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The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Principality Stadium

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Restaurant
Reception
Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Point of interest
In the heart of Cardiff, The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers a warm welcome with its bar, conference space, and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of an elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, meeting rooms and a banquet hall while appreciating top-notch service from its helpful staff.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is $64
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12

Room options

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • 28.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • 29.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • 19.6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cinema Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Cinema Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • 23.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF101DW

What's nearby

  • Principality Stadium - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cardiff International Arena - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 30 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 81 min drive
  • Cardiff Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 9 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Prince of Wales - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cambrian Tap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Proud Mary - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fresh - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel Cardiff

The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Cardiff Bay and Cardiff University are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and central location get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

Bulgarian, Czech, English, German, Polish, Russian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • The Hotel has entrances on both Westgate Street, CF10 1TL and St Mary Street - CF10 1DW (Pedestrianized). Guests with heavy luggage or guests with mobility issues are recommended to use the Westgate Street entrance, CF10 1TL, which is step free.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2367 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1866
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Fitz Bar - Onsite bar.
Slug & Lettuce Central - This theme restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.0 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Cardiff Hotel
Cardiff Royal
Cardiff Royal Hotel
Hotel Cardiff
Hotel Royal Cardiff
Royal Cardiff
Royal Cardiff Hotel
Royal Hotel Cardiff
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Hotel
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Cardiff
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Royal Hotel Cardiff does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Royal Hotel Cardiff.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Royal Hotel Cardiff and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Principality Stadium (4-min walk) and Cardiff International Arena (5-min walk), along with Cardiff Castle (7-min walk) and Bute Park (7-min walk).

Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Yes, Fitz Bar offers international cuisine.

What's the area around The Royal Hotel Cardiff like?

The Royal Hotel Cardiff is in Cardiff City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Cardiff Central Station and 4 minutes' walk from Principality Stadium. Travelers say the area is central and good for shopping.

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The Royal Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a generous buffet offering a wide range of options. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Good value for money stay and would certainly use this hotel again.
June, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and location

Comfortable, even though the building is old. The entrance to the hotel is a bit weird, a mix of stairs + lifts, but they make it clear to everyone. The staff was very helpful.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet and comfortable! And convenient location.
Maren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Don’t miss this one. Perfect location, brilliant pub and excellent service.
Fredrik, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Central hotel in Cardiff

One night stay for conference. Very centrally located. Room was very clean, good check in and good breakfast. Would stay again if in Cardiff
Jayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceeded my expectations!

Even though from the outside, the building looks a bit rough, it is really nice inside! Would book myself again into The Royal without any hesitation should the need arise. Very good quality breakfast, nice rooms. Recommended!
Yury, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was easy to check in, staff r friendly and room was clean
Matthew, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good hotel

Nice city hotel, staff all lovely, breakfast very but not very hot
maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel

Lovely hotel,rooms are spacious.My only negative is beds are not comfortable and would like to have been able to open windows a little.
Tracy, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Overrated - avoid

A bit run down. On a main street so noisy and the area is not very safe. Claimed to be a double bed but it was just two single mattresses joined together. Pretty disappointing.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Central location , friendly staff and understated hotel with a great room and good breakfast
andrew, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Sad single

I booked the 'sad single' (OK, twin) room and got the usual. It seems to be a feeling amongst hotel owners that, if you're travelling alone, you'd really like a view of the air conditioning. My room had a minute window with a view of nothing. Otherwise, generally clean and comfy, and the staff were friendly and helpful. But the room wasn't a selling point.
Graham, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed a lovely one night stay, staff were very helpful and accommodating. Room was excellent. Perfect location. Definitely book again and would highly recommend to others.
Elaine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Night away

Hotel ideally situated
Alan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a lovely lovely stay , staff were great the room was great. It would have been nice to be able to lower the temperature less than 14° without having to call reception but it was a great stay regardless
Moni, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Awful: So Noisy Until 3am

We stayed on a Saturday night with a room that overlooked the high street. The bars were open with really loud music and front doors open until 2am and there was a karaoke busker with a speaker in the high street right outside with crowds singing and the speaker on max until 3am. We are not old and love a night out but the hotel could have warned people that they basically couldn't get any sleep at the weekend in we had a room that overlooked the high street. We definitely not stay again.
CHANDRA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location to transport and tourist sites.
Galen A., 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great value hotel

Very central location close to shops and train station. Great value given size of the room and price of the breakfast. Enjoyed having choice of a bath and a shower plus being able to follow easy controls on air conditioning. Unfortunately the bed was not the most comfortable, the tea urn didn't ever get hot enough to make quality tea- and there were a lot of stairs!
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with some extra nice touches to our room
Christina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the railway station and the main shopping area. Spacious room with a verry large bed.
Hans, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

GREAT SHORT STAY IN CARDIFF

Hotel location was very central and very good, many top bars and restaurants were within walking distance, hotel staff were very helpful and friendly, we were given a better room than the one we had booked and this made our stay very good indeed
Dr Bharatkumar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff ,clean rooms, easy to find ,not far from train transport,
Lucy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great night away in Cardiff

Lovely old building, looks a bit weathered on the outside but stunning on the inside ,friendly staff amazing room on 7th floor, will stay again
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely stay

Prefect location in the middle of town parking is a short walk away, the hotel was very nice and staff were all very welcoming and friendly - great place to stay for a Cardiff trip.
Mike, 1-night trip