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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Swansea Marina

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A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a dark headboard, and a brown leather armchair.
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Whitehalls, Swansea, Wales, SA1 3AB
  • Place, Grand Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Swansea Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Swansea Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with white bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a wooden chair in a room with yellow walls.

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a brown bedspread and pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, a door with a security lock, and a carpeted floor.

Superior Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Family Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a brown bedspread and pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, a door with a security lock, and a carpeted floor.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Swansea

Castle stay.With a stay at this Castle hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Swansea Marina and 2 miles (3 km) of Swansea Beach. Singleton Park and Swansea University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Grand Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Swansea Arena - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • National Waterfront Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swansea Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Swansea Bay - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sessions by Mumbles Brewery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turkish Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Bank Statement - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Steak by Night - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Swansea Jack - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

3-star hotel near Swansea Marina
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Dolphin SA1 Hotel also features coffee/tea in a common area and an elevator.

This 3-star Swansea hotel is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel offers 41 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Swansea hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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)

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, 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Hotel Swansea

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dolphin SA1 Hotel to the airport?

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel is 42 mi (71-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 Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

As of Aug 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel on Aug 28, 2026 start from $118, 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.

Does The Dolphin SA1 Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel.

How close is The Dolphin SA1 Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.4 mi (7-min drive) from Swansea Beach and 6.8 mi (24-min drive) from Caswell Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Dolphin SA1 Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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 costs GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Dolphin SA1 Hotel have a pool?

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Dolphin SA1 Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Dolphin SA1 Hotel to downtown Swansea?

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Swansea.

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 516 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 516 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 516 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 516 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 516 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was exactly how we expected
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as expected for what I was wanting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious room and in an excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hi Can’t fault this lovely hotel it’s easy to find and nice lovely staff (Brad) is very friendly thanks everyone
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was comfortable and clean as was the whole hotel always enjoy there with its central position
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t fault this lovely hotel and the wonderful staff they look after you till you feel embarrassed by their excellent hospitality thank you guys 👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good cheap hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff serving breakfast,very polite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wasn't expecting too much from our stay at The Dolphin hotel Swansea as it wasn't expensive and only classed as 3*. The receptionist was very friendly, efficient and welcoming. We did mention that we were in Swansea to celebrate my partner's birthday but wasn't offered anything as a free upgrade which would have been a nice treat. Having worked in hotels myself in the past this is something that can result in repeat business. The furniture was very dated and worn in appearance and the carpet was coming away from the walls. However the room was spotlessly clean. It suited us for what we needed and depending upon the price we would book there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Khan

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

6/10 Okay

Bader

Stay in Swansea

Convenient stay, location great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Modris

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff Clean room Didn’t have breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stains on bed linen, long walk from nearest car park
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lee

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would go there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keegan

Close to shops and transit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful.. The room was lovely and the beds were extremely comfortable. The breakfast was very good and the service was great. Would definitely go back again to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

GEM OF A HOTEL & SO CENTRAL

Very nice people running hotel, helpful & kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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