The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Principality Stadium

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Exterior
Reception
View from room
Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Point of interest

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 203
AED 243 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Highlights

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

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

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

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • 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 - 5 min walk
  • Cardiff Castle - 5 min walk
  • National Museum Cardiff - 14 min walk
  • Cardiff Bay - 14 min walk
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 30 min drive

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

Hotel near Principality Stadium
Located close to Cardiff Castle and New Theatre, The Royal Hotel Cardiff provides a bar and conference space. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Multilingual staff, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Bulgarian, Czech, English, German, Polish, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends: GBP 14.0 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Fitz Bar

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference space (2367 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV
  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges GBP 2 for credit card payments
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 14.0 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of GBP 2

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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

Is The Royal Hotel Cardiff pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

The Royal Hotel Cardiff doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royal Hotel Cardiff located?

Located in Cardiff City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, and Bute Park. New Theatre and National Museum Cardiff are also within 15 minutes. Cardiff Central Station and Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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The Royal Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

YASUSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for exploring Cardiff at reasonable costs of stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Considering it's overlooking the main street, It was quite quiet!! Lovely, clean, big room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Khaled

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to every thing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was easy to check in, staff r friendly and room was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location , friendly staff and understated hotel with a great room and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with some extra nice touches to our room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Galen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location to transport and tourist sites.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Fraser

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A bit hit and miss, staff were super friendly but hotel is very dated, didn't opt for breakfast but looked like something out of Captain Scott's era himself, room was very comfortable, albeit difficult to get the temperature down via the Aircon, bathroom was fine, everything worked, although there was a dubious stain on one of the bed throws but I assumed positive intent on this occasion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the railway station and the main shopping area. Spacious room with a verry large bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dr Bharatkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal is a beautiful boutique hotel just a five minute walk from the train station. It is in the centre of Cardiff so close to everything. The staff are wonderful and friendly and the rooms are clean and provide you with all you need. Love staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not fault the hotel, room was spotless & comfortable. Staff were so polite & friendly. Only one negative & that was the noise from outside, but understandable due to the area of hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff ,clean rooms, easy to find ,not far from train transport,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was very quick and professional. The reception staff were very friendly and the room was quite nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Very close to all amenities, which is exactly what I wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the centre of cardiff but a street away from the hussle and bussle so it doesnt get noisy. Hotel and staff very lovely and very welcoming will definitely be making a return trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central hotel
So central, friendly helpful staff. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
charming building with nicely sized rooms and comfortable beds - tvs with internet access would be nice though!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were lovely and accomadating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb position for castke and stadium right in the center of cardiff..great hotel to stay in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024