The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3 stars
88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, CF10 1DW, United Kingdom
Cardiff, United Kingdom
+44 292 055 0750
8.1
Very good
based on 3803 reviews
3,803 reviews
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Wed 13/5
2 guests, 1 room
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Standard Room
£51
Double room
£58
Superior room
£139
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Overview

Situated a five-minute walk from the Cardiff Central Library and Millennium Stadium, The Royal Hotel Cardiff was refurbished recently and provides modern rooms featuring free wireless internet access, a flat-screen TV and an in-room safe. It is located a brief stroll from Cardiff Motorpoint Arena, St. Davids and Cardiff Castle.

The property provides a 24/7 reception, as well as a currency exchange and an express check-in and check-out feature. For added convenience, it offers porters, meeting rooms and luggage storage. A friendly tour desk is in-house and Cardiff Central Bus Station is minutes away on foot, making it convenient for guests to discover the area and its attractions.

The air-conditioned rooms at the property are modern and offer a desk, tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom. They each have ironing facilities and an in-room closet.

Those staying at The Royal Hotel Cardiff can relax at the in-house bar, suitably situated for socialising in the evening.

The Royal Hotel Cardiff is a short stroll from Cardiff Central Railway Station, allowing easy access in and around Cardiff. River Taff is a quick car trip away.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 3,803 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Royal Hotel Cardiff

Tue 12/5
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Wed 13/5
Superior room
No inclusions
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£139
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
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£142
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
£165
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
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£58
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
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£59
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
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£69
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
No inclusions
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£51
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
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£54
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
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£55
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Queen room
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£233
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at The Royal Hotel Cardiff

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Gaming console
  • Blu-ray player
  • Streaming service
  • TV
  • Videogames
  • DVD player

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • City view
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of The Royal Hotel Cardiff

8.1
Very good
3803 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
871
Good
633
Okay
250
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163
Mediocre
79
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99

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests frequently praised the hotel's excellent central location and friendly, helpful staff. Many appreciated the spacious rooms and comfortable beds, along with a notable breakfast offering. However, some guests noted issues with cleanliness, particularly in bathrooms and floors, as well as discomfort with bed quality and noise from neighbors. Despite some outdated decor and minor maintenance issues, the overall experience was positive, especially regarding location and service.
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Service9 out of 10
Room Size7 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort2 out of 10
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7.7
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Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) Close to all amenities, and clean.
Cons (-) Comfort of mattress not so good. Myself and husband got up with an aching back.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Excellent location, staff extremely friendly and helpful. Plenty of choice at breakfast, clean and tidy rooms.
Cons (-) No adverse comments to make - all good.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2016
Pros (+) I like this hotel everything was perfect, location, staff, room

Location

88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, CF10 1DW

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Central Library191 yd
  • Cardiff Story229 yd
  • Cardiff Central Railway Station275 yd
  • Principality Stadium352 yd
  • St David's387 yd
  • Cardiff City Centre420 yd
  • Cardiff International Arena0.3 mi
  • Cardiff Castle0.4 mi
  • National Museum Cardiff0.5 mi
  • Cardiff University0.6 mi
  • Wales Millennium Centre1.1 mi
  • Mermaid Quay1.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Royal Hotel Cardiff

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March
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£97
£131
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 133% rise in price.
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When to book a room at The Royal Hotel Cardiff

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Royal Hotel Cardiff, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Royal Hotel Cardiff, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Royal Hotel Cardiff was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £67, while the most expensive was £154.
  • How long should you stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Royal Hotel Cardiff

  • Where is The Royal Hotel Cardiff located?

    The Royal Hotel Cardiff is located at 88 St Mary Street, 0.2 miles from the centre of Cardiff. Cardiff Central Library is the closest landmark to The Royal Hotel Cardiff.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Royal Hotel Cardiff.

  • Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Royal Hotel Cardiff from the airport?

    The Royal Hotel Cardiff is 9.1 miles from Cardiff Wales. The Royal Hotel Cardiff is 20.8 miles from Bristol.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Royal Hotel Cardiff hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Royal Hotel Cardiff in Cardiff and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Royal Hotel Cardiff and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Royal Hotel Cardiff.

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Distance to airport

8.2
0.2 mi
Cardiff Wales
9.1 mi

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