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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Swansea Marina

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Snack bar
LCD TV
Coffee shop
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Whitehalls, Swansea, Wales, SA1 3AB
  • Swansea Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Swansea Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Singleton Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 194 sq ft
  • 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

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Twin Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Single Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Superior Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Room

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

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

  • Swansea Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Swansea Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Swansea.com Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Singleton Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Swansea University - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

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

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.

Languages

English

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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

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 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 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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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.

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. 137 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 457 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff very friendly and helpful BUT

The hotel requires a £150 deposit! In cash you get it a checkout once the room hss been checked, use a credit card and it will be refunded within 3- 5 days! Totally unacceptable I am not a room wrecker and it is not Falaraki! Also I paid extra for a Superior room.not sure what was superior about it - would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmyn

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

10/10 Excellent

craig

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a really nice place no compaints clean cheap bar downstairs didntbtry the food was just a sleep over
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

w r

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Most uncomfortable night ever had in a hotel

I have never seen such a small single bed in my life not only was extremely uncomfortable but trying to lie down on it was like trying to lie on a rope. My arms and shoulders had nothing to rest on as the bed was so narrow.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pretty basic hotel, dated decor, but still clean and perfectly pleasant. I stayed on a Monday night so was quite quiet, but I wonder if it would be that quiet in other days.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Sami

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

8/10 Good

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

The honda civic of hotels

Decent hotel with very friendly staff. Cheap and affordable if you need somewhere to stay for the night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Bader

Traveled with family

Stay in Swansea

Convenient stay, location great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MASAYUKI

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Luisa

Traveled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
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

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

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024