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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Swansea Marina

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Snack bar
Coffee shop
Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Coffee shop
LCD TV

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 257
AED 308 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Whitehalls, Swansea, Wales, SA1 3AB

What's nearby

  • Swansea Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Swansea.com Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Singleton Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Swansea University - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Swansea Beach - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Swansea Station - 9 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zinco Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee No 1 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kardomah Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

Hotel near Swansea Marina
Located close to Swansea Beach and Singleton Park, The Dolphin SA1 Hotel provides a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends: GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Elevator

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Dolphin SA1 Hotel Swansea
Dolphin SA1 Hotel
Dolphin SA1 Swansea
Dolphin SA1
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Hotel
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Swansea
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Hotel Swansea

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dolphin SA1 Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

As of 17 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel on 18 March 2025 start from $83.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Dolphin SA1 Hotel located?

Located in Castle, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Swansea Marina, Swansea Beach, and Singleton Park. Swansea University and Swansea.com Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km). Swansea Station is 9 minutes by foot and Swansea (WSS-Swansea Train Station) is 11 minutes.

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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 440 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Bader

Stay in Swansea
Convenient stay, location great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first stay was very impressive and reasonably quiet considering the city centre location in the middle of swanseas night life. Everything you need within easy walking distance. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. I was only there for one night playing in a weekend sporting competion. I deal for a covenient place to get your head down, nothing fancy it is what is. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient and comfortable
I stayed due to travel disruption. Very convenient for the station, friendly and helpful receptionist, clean and comfortable room with all I needed for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value accommodation
The staff were friendly. Basic hotel accommodation. Very clean and well maintained. Decor a bit dated. The only down side was the very thin duvet and no extra blankets or duvets available in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was amazing! The hotel was clean and comfortable. The location is great, within easy reach from everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's grubby and noisy, but very central. The staff are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
24 hour front desk, convenient location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly. But located in noisy shopping street. Not ideal for solo women travellers in my experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you
A well located hotel with very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent value for money
Always clean and tidy. While not fancy or particularly handsome as rooms go, its good value for money and highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Reasonable price for the hotel. It looks like it's in the process of renovation and benefits from being right in the centre of Swansea.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendliness and helpfulness of staff was outstanding. The check in/check out was efficient. The rooms were small but very, very comfortable and clean. Had a great night's sleep. The Swansea market and castle are nearby, shop are an easy few steps away, and there are some great eating options within walking distance. The on-site cafe, Cafe Lucia served great coffee and was a very comfortable, inviting venue. Would stay here again, if we ever get the opportunity to return to Swansea.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Been here quite a few times and always found it excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Khan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel great, staff wasn't on this occasion
We're regular customers at The Dolphin, when visiting Swansea. The hotel is good value for money. However on this occasion, the staff member who check us in was rude and dismissive. Staff can make or break a stay if someone has never been there before. We will return again, hoping for a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy nice rooms nice staff great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was very convenient and rooms were clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for 3 weeks comfortable clean good service
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very warm welcome, very polite staff throughout the stay. Very good location not far walking distance to the beach or the local attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
super friendly, really comfortable bed, clean rooms, good price too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room deposit
Although the hotel was satisfactory, I was somewhat disappointed with the £100 deposit. While I understand that such deposits are customary, it would have been beneficial if the hotel had explicitly indicated that contactless payment was not an option. The only payment methods available were chip and pin or card number. Fortunately, I had my card number readily available, as I would have been unable to check in without it. In 2024, it is perplexing that contactless payment is not a standard feature.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really really old fashioned and dirty carpets and walls
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's seen better times....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location
Only a short stay but the staff were excellent and the room comfortable enough for a 6 hour sleep - didn't really have much time to look around as I have a late arrival and an early train out the next morning but seemed clean, comfortable and right in the centre of town with about a 10 minute walk to the station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024