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The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Principality Stadium

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Interior entrance
Reception
Point of interest
Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF101DW
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Principality Stadium
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cinema Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Cinema Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 211 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 307 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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

Cinema Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Cardiff City Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cardiff City Centre hotel, you'll find Principality Stadium and Utilita Arena Cardiff. Bute Park and Cardiff Castle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

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

3.5-star hotel near Principality Stadium
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2367 square feet (220 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Royal Hotel Cardiff also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and a front-desk safe.

This 3.5-star Cardiff hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2367 sq ft of conference space
  • 220 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1866
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers 60 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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 transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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 available
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Cardiff Hotel
Cardiff Royal
Cardiff Royal Hotel
Hotel Cardiff
Hotel Royal Cardiff
Royal Cardiff
Royal Cardiff Hotel
Royal Hotel Cardiff
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Hotel
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Cardiff
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Hotel Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Hotel Cardiff to the airport?

The Royal Hotel Cardiff is 13.7 mi (40-min drive) away from the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel Cardiff on Nov 10, 2025 start from $78.76, excluding 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.

Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Hotel Cardiff.

How close is The Royal Hotel Cardiff to the beach?

This hotel is 9.6 mi (38-min drive) from Barry Island Beach and 4.2 mi (10-min drive) from Pennarth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Hotel Cardiff, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.0 for adults and GBP 7 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff have a pool?

The Royal Hotel Cardiff does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel Cardiff to downtown Cardiff?

The Royal Hotel Cardiff is 0.2 mi away from Cardiff.

The Royal Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1004 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

Rhonda, Mill Bay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely refurbished older hotel with good climate control, large room, hypoallergenic bedding, wood flooring and a nice shower ( no shower mat so it was slippery). Breakfast was good. Room cleaned daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Old hotel with good location in Cardiff

Good location, but hotel smells of damp as soon as you walk in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just one night stay to see steorphonics.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only 5 mins walk to Cardiff Castle. Ideally situated for shopping. Four flights of stairs up to reception lobby though so you need to be fit. Staff were polite and helpful. Glad of the aircon on a baking hot day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were fantastic and it's a great location if you're going to an event at Principality Stadium. The exterior clearly needs some cleanup, but my room was pretty nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lewis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Considering it's was next to multiple pubs it was very quiet. Central location. Short walk to principality Stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

2/10 Terrible

Cerrie, Tonypandy

Very good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
While the overall room was not bad , the floor was sticky and dirty. We asked at the desk to have is cleaned but nothing happened. When we checked at the desk the next day we were
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hywel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff nice accommodation. Our room was above a couple of bars and was really noisy at night & also in the mornings with deliveries. So not a great sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Traveled with family
Clean and tidy. Staff were helpful. However, our aircon made an awful noise all night long. I did mention it to reception but do not know the outcome of there is one. Also we were not able to take our coffee outside which is something I do every morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Trowbridge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

8/10 Good

Geraldine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location good but parking not so good, unfortunately we chose the weekend of the Pride parade so lots of road closures
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alarmed by all the busy pubs adjacent and expected to be struggling to sleep with all the noise below travelling up. Not a bit of it. Whisked up to Reception on second floor in a lot once in the building and then we had a room up top where we slept quietly very comfortably. Breakfast buffet was ample but could have been hotter. Staff were all lovely and helpful. Decor a little dated but room was spacious with good views out and it was clean and welcoming after a long day. Would be happy to recommend and to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvalinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property location is great close to everything, a bit crowded on the outside, breakfast is nothing to write home about with the same menu every day, could be upgraded with more choices.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025