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The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Principality Stadium

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Standard Twin Room
Reception
Interior entrance
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

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €72
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cinema Room

Cinema Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Cinema Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF101DW

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cardiff International Arena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Prince of Wales - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cambrian Tap - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel Cardiff

Hotel near Principality Stadium
Located close to Cardiff Castle and Cardiff International Arena, The Royal Hotel Cardiff provides a bar, conference space and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and a lift
  • A banquet hall, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Meeting rooms, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and daily housekeeping

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Interior entrance

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 14 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Fitz Bar
  • Slug & Lettuce Central

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2,367 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1866
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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.

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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.0 for adults and from 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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 smoke detector, 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel Cardiff on 19 Oct 2025 start from €72.44, 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 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?

Checkout 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 International Arena and Bute Park. Cardiff Castle and New Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Cardiff Central Station and Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Royal Hotel Cardiff Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central Location, Friendly staff and clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy access and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wakeham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Near to public transportation, restaurants, parks, etc.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a good location, close to restaurants, shopping and the castle
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, wonderful trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was in an excellent location for cardiff city centre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, good access to the City. Rooms clean and staff helpful. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming. Room was comfortable and clean. Easy access to Cardiff Castle and Cardiff Market
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dionne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast. Comfortable bed. Lovely quiet room facing a very busy street with lots of bars but there was great sound proofing. Easy walking distance from the station and where we needed to be. Lovely staff and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Cardiff City centre! Very good breakfast with plenty of choice! Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cerrie

Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

glynnis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, in the heart of Cardiff! A guest laundry would have been greatly appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time, friendly staff, central location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is great but the hotel is very run down and dirty. I would not stay there again nor recommend it to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, professional staff. The breakfast in the Captsin Scott room was a great experience with a nice choice of freshly served food options.to cater for all tastes. Bed was also v comfy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The layout of the hotel was certainly differant with reception on the 2nd floor. Air conditioning available if needed. Choice of full English or continental breakfast was good As the hotel is in the middle of the city everything was in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location for any event in the city
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice rooms were clean. Hotel felt dated but not bad for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much! It was wonderfully convenient! Right precisely where we needed to be! Furthermore, the staff was just lovely. A fantastic find for us, simply wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stayed here a few times and will DEFINITLY go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was warm and friendly. The room and bathroom were large. The bed had 2 pillows per person. The location was excellent and the room so quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Echelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and staff was excellent. The hotel is located within walking distance to many attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025