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The Dragon Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Swansea Castle

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Bar (on property)
Reception
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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The Kingsway, Swansea, Wales, SA1 5LS
  • Place, Grand Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Waterfront Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Swansea Marina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Accessible | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Standard Double Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Swansea

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Castle hotel places you steps from Swansea Castle and within a 5-minute walk of Swansea Market. LC Swansea and National Waterfront Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Swansea Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swansea Arena - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Waterfront Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Swansea Marina - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Swansea Station - 6 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steak by Night - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bunkhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turkish Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sessions by Mumbles Brewery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Dragon Hotel

4-star hotel near Swansea Castle
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 5 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Dragon Hotel also features concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 24-hour room service. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Swansea hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The Dragon Hotel offers 106 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 13.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness facility
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 to-go breakfast: approximately GBP 13.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Dragon Hotel
Dragon Hotel Swansea
Dragon Swansea
Hotel Dragon
The Dragon Hotel Swansea, Wales
The Dragon Hotel Hotel
The Dragon Hotel Swansea
The Dragon Hotel Hotel Swansea

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dragon Hotel to the airport?

The Dragon Hotel is 38.2 mi (69-min drive) away from the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Dragon Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dragon Hotel.

How close is The Dragon Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (10-min drive) from Swansea Beach and 5.6 mi (26-min drive) from Langland Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Dragon Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Dragon Hotel, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 13.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Dragon Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Dragon Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Dragon Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 10.00 per night.

Does The Dragon Hotel have a pool?

The Dragon Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Dragon Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like Regional cuisine and light fare.

Does The Dragon Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Dragon Hotel to downtown Swansea?

The Dragon Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Swansea.

The Dragon Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 127 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 131 out of 1002 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Anne-Marie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great staff - sub standard facilities

This hotel has 5 star staff but 2 star facilities. The reception looks good when you arrive. However - when you get to the rooms , they are substandard old and dated. The shower wafer did not even achieve the standard temperature. Breakfast was horrible. Cheep food the tasted nasty. There were so many signs that the owners do not spend any money on maintenance or providing a good service. The last point I found funny. They play Spotify music over breakfast - but even this is the free version of Spotify with adverts. Oh and parking is a cramped bin yard. Honestly - best avoided
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alun

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location for Swansea Arena. Perfect for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family
Lovely stay for one night. Would have appreciated two pillows. Clean room and bathroom. Great sleep, not noisy at all. The most wonderful smiley welcome for breakfast in the piano room. The lady was very helpful and busy replenishing items. That lady deserves a pay rise for all her hard work.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cleanliness wasn’t the best, don’t think the carpet has been hoovered or cleaned in a while, bits everywhere especially down the side of the bed. And stains in front of the sofa Couldnt really open my windows as there was some kind of air ducting outside making noise all through the night so not the greatest sleep due to the warmth of the room and noise from outside. The room did look quiet nice and looked like it’s had had a lick of paint and bathroom refurbed which was nice. Least i got the correct room id booked this time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

alwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay convenient to transport, shopping, venues. Room was clean and comfortable, the staff very helpful and friendly. Parking on site but is chargeable. Didn't have breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All areas very clean and tidy, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel where very welcoming, the room was big and spacious however a little dated, the bed was super comfy this was a surprise for me. Carnt get over having a separate room with a sofa however the sofa was in the bedroom so really a bit os a useless room, the lift said it would carry 3 people but kept saying it was overloaded if 3 got in, the breakfast was very basic the sausages where disgusting to the extent i dont think could eat one ever again,, the bistro the waiter took ages to get my husband's drink he ordered ( at least half hour) then the pizza i ordered was out of stock so had to wait even longer after i changed my order, that was not a good experience,. Would i stay here again if i was in the area yes i would as it was quiet and local to all the shops
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

jodi

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Cheap hotel, that could do with a bit of an update. Staff are friendly & professional. Generally ok.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, just dated. Bed was comfy. The shower was great, nice and strong. Location is great in center of Swansea, close to shops and restaurants. It’s nice having ample parking available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were friendly, however only one lift worked, which would accommodate 2 persons max. Only 1 person with baggage. No buffet breakfast on Saturday morning, the room size was small really
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

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

6/10 Okay

Elke

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unser Zimmer war sauber, aber in einem sehr abgewohnten Zustand. Der Teppich war schmutzig, abgetreten und schlug Wellen. Einer der beiden Fahrstühle war außer Betrieb, scheinbar schon länger; der andere war winzig, alt und sehr langsam. Der Frühstücksraum bot einen trostlosen Anblick, das Frühstück war mangelhaft und seinen Preis nicht wert. Die Kaffeemaschine war defekt, als Alternative wurde auf die Beutel mit Instantkaffee verwiesen. Am zweiten Morgen gab es Kaffee aus einer Thermoskanne - leider ungenießbar. Die unmittelbare Umgebung des Hotels war schrecklich, große Baustellen, viele leerstehende Geschäfte und die noch offenen Geschäfte nicht unser Geschmack.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location and room were good. Arrived a bit early before check in time (20 mins) and I like most places where they let you have the key, they wanted us to pay for early check-in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The condition of the room is very poor and dilapidated, the furniture must be 50 yrs old and the chair was threadbare to such an extent you wouldn't want to sit on it. Added to this they wanted £10 a night for parking which wasn't mentioned in the booking. Totally disappointed with the hotel, the front desk staff were okay and entrance gave the impression it was of a much higher level. Also our window had scaffolding in front of it. The management should be ashamed of putting guests in such a poor room and charging these rates. Years ago the Dragon was seen as the hotel to stay at, sadly its the opposite !!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay at The Dragon Hotel. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Lovely room and car park on site is handy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Receipt and Bar staff was really friendly, the room was good and clean. However, windows was locked shut and there was no iron in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerry

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
All a bit tired but nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
A little dated but clean and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025