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The Royal Hotel Cardiff
3 stars

The Royal Hotel Cardiff

88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, CF10 1DW, United Kingdom
Cardiff, United Kingdom
See location+44 292 055 0750
From
$95
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rate per night

8.1
Very good
based on 2729 reviews
2,729 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$95
Double room
$113
Superior room
$292
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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 2,729 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for The Royal Hotel Cardiff

Fri 18/7
Sat 19/7
Standard Room
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$95
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$126
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$127
Double room
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$113
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$114
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$117
Superior room
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$292
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$335
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$365
King room
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$400
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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

  • Conference rooms
  • 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

Accessibility and suitability

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

Bathroom

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

Dining

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

General

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

Bedroom

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

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of The Royal Hotel Cardiff

8.1
Very good
2729 verified ratings
Wonderful
1259
Very good
577
Good
482
Okay
175
Fair
124
Mediocre
53
Poor
59

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the central location and friendly service, highlighting the cleanliness of the rooms. However, many reviews pointed out significant noise disturbances from nearby bars and nightclubs, as well as issues with bed comfort and wifi connectivity. Some guests also noted that the hotel could use some updates and improvements in maintenance.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort2.5 out of 10
Noise Level1 out of 10
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7.7
Good
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, June 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 Library156 m
  • Cardiff Story209 m
  • Cardiff Central Railway Station252 m
  • Principality Stadium340 m
  • St David's348 m
  • Cardiff City Centre391 m
  • Cardiff International Arena0.5 km
  • Cardiff Castle0.6 km
  • National Museum Cardiff0.9 km
  • Cardiff University1 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre1.8 km
  • Mermaid Quay1.9 km

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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Average price (weeknight)

April
June
$176
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

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 April and May.
  • 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 Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Royal Hotel Cardiff was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $230, while the most expensive was $230.
  • How long should you stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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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, 0.3 km 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 14.2 km from Cardiff Wales. The Royal Hotel Cardiff is 33.9 km from Bristol.

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

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.2
0.3 km
Cardiff Wales
14.6 km

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