The Royal Hotel Cardiff
88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 1DW - See map
Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Cardiff part of Cardiff, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Cardiff Bay. This 4-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.
Highlights
Hygiene Plus
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Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Sterilizing equipment
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities
Car park
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Front desk [24-hour]
Check-in/out [express]
Luggage storage
Room service [24-hour]
Overnight stay”
Booked this hotel simply on the cost for my daughter to stay in for her birthday. It was her first overnighter with her boyfriend & it was her birthday. Have to say, on entering the lift to reception I wondered if I had made a mistake! But when we got to reception it was a pleasant surprise! Fresh, modern, clean & welcoming! Reception staff were wonderful & helpful. It was a bit of a trek to the room, but wow! Corner room with beautiful bay windows overlooking the city. It was immaculate, clean, modern & just perfect. Free wifi! Huge bathroom with bath & shower. I couldn't have asked for better for a birthday treat! I highly recommend The Royal for a value for money stay in Cardiff. Central location & excellent service! We'll be back!
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Excellent location”
The hotel is close to the city centre and is only a few minute walk from Cardiff Central station. A good base to explore the surrounding areas. Lots of eateries and supermarkets around. Bus stops are just around the corner in Westgate and we took the bus to St Fagan Musuem (which is excellent and we highly recommend for those who wish to learn more about the Welsh history). We also took the train to Llantwit Major (about 40 mins from Cardiff Central station), walked along the heritage coastal trail to Nash Point Light House took the bus from Macross to Llantwit Major train station. An easy relaxing walk along the cliffs with stunning view of the Bristol Channel on one side and rolling grassland and wheat field on the other. All in all, we enjoyed Cardiff and felt lucky to have chosen this hotel.
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Relaxation and shopping”
The stay at Royal Cardiff was excellent,the rooms are clean and the staff is friendly and attentive.The Hotel is centrally located the shoppings is just right at the doorstep moreover the Cardiff castle is just about half a kilometres away.The central market was great and the shopping center was huge and u canvirtually spend half a day shopping and eating your lunch or dinner there.
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Comfort and assessibility rolled into one. ”
It was my very first time in Cardiff so I did not know what to expect. The hotel is classy and well furnished. Rooms are very clean and air-conditioned. I had a very comfortable stay. I could walk almost everywhere in the city because of the hotel's location. My room was on the 3rd floor and had a lovely view of the city. Will definitely recommend the Royal Hotel.
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Great location, v nice room”
Located close to Cardiff Central train station and some car rental agencies so its convenient to travel around Wales or back to London. 5 min walk to halal eateries at Caroline St. 5 min walk to starbucks at the nearby shopping arcade. Supermarket nearby too. Front of hotel opens to a pedestrian walking street, back opens to a road where u can tk a bus or walk across to a pretty big supermarket and a bit further to Cardiff Central stn. Walking distance to Cardiff Castle too. Lift to room. spacious room, really nice modern furnishing, bathtub included. Clean and comfortable bed. Kettle, coffee and tea provided.
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Fantastic hotel.”
I stayed in Royal Hotel for few days. Hotel is located close to the train station and there is plenty of local buses around. Walking distance to the Cardiff Castle. Staff is exceptional. Friendly room cleaners and reception clerk. Room are spacious and equipped with all you may need away from home: kettle, iron, hairdryer.
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Great location and value ”
My husband and I stayed for one night as we were traveling around the U.K. and Ireland. The hotel was in a perfect central location in Cardiff, walking distance to lots of restaurants and the Cardiff Castle which we visited during our stay. The bed was comfortable and room well equipped, staff was friendly; overall we were very happy and would stay again should we visit the area. Only downside was parking is a couple blocks away (the hotel is located on a street that appeared to be only for pedestrians) but we were only traveling with a couple bags and this was not bothersome for us.
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So comfortable”
Entry into the hotel gave a hint to it's exclusivity though it was situated above what is probably a very busy pub and on a busy corner very near to the centre of Cardiff. Within it was peaceful and beautifully decorated. Everything was clean, though there was a small crack in the sink in my room. This didn't mar a very pleasant stay. The room was exactly as advertised, spaceous and modern as would be expected of a Bespoke hotel. The pillows on the bed were so soft and comfortable that I have been seeking out similar since my return home. I had a bottle of Welsh cider from the bar which compared most favourably to my preferred brand. Over all I would recommend this hotel to anyone who wishes to stay in the city centre - apart from the view from the window you would not know that you were in a busy city. Very convenient for the train station though parking nearby was not as easy.
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High Quality and Very Convenient”
I had a great time staying at this hotel. It is right in the middle of Cardiff City and very near to Cardiff Central Station. The hotel itself is of a high quality for you to enjoy and make a base to explore the beautiful city of Cardiff. The room is pleasently decorated, topped up with toiletteries and amenities such as iron and ironing board, hair dryer and safe box. I had a pleasant stay and would recommend this hotel to everyone.
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Well worth a visit”
Nice hotel, good location in Cardiff city centre with excellent transport links. My room was lovely with a modern feel. The bathroom was really clean and modern with both a bath and shower. The staff were friendly and welcoming. I would definitely recommend the Royal Hotel
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Little gem”
From the outside doesn't look impressive, although I believe it's the oldest hotel in Cardiff, and as the reception is on the 2nd floor, after meandering through corridors for the lift or stairs (dependant on entrance used) slightly off putting, but once IN the hotel staff were so friendly and accommodating. Large rooms (mine was a standard so the superiors must be massive) , big screen TV, sizeable wardrobe, ironing facilities (going for an interview so very welcome), and good sized bathroom I used the bar for a late drink, comfortable, friendly and nice atmosphere but didn't do breakfast so can't comment Location - bang on - shops, bars and restaurants all around but from the room couldn't hear any noise. Stay again - Yes
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Another lovely stay ”
Our first choice hotel when visiting Cardiff is The Royal staff are great /helpful the rooms are very clean bed comfortable tea & coffee a iron hairdryer and a safe in every room convienent for nightlife train station (5 minutes) walk will definatly stay here again.
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Great hotel with attentive staff, ideal location”
I was made to feel very welcome at the Royal Hotel Cardiff, the room was perfect, no noise whatsoever from the street. The staff were extremely helpful and I would definitely stay here again on my next visit.
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First Visit to Cardiff”
It was very comfortable and the room was large and spacious. Some items in the room were a little old (the bin in the loo was broken and required manual handling to open the lid to dispose of rubbish). The room was clean but didn't offer basic items like tissue, lotion or complementary drinking water. Tea, coffee and kettle was available in the cupboard. The beauty of the hotel is its quaintness for its age, central location that allows you to walk straight onto the pedestrian walkway for shopping, loads of food and drinking options available by your doorstep and close enough to walk to some sights like the Cardiff castle and Millennia Stadium if you have limited time between your work to see part of the city. The price was good value for money but it would have been even better if it included breakfast. The free wifi was patchy but the double windows in the rooms ensured peaceful rest even if there was noise from the walkway, stadium or traffic.
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Very comfortable and down town centre of Cardiff”
We were excited to find a comfortable room down town centre where we could walk just 3 mins to get to the central bun-train station. The room was large and the service was excellent and very fast. Hotel is located within the shopping area of Cardiff and I Could say that I enjoyed the view of the city which was superb from the 5th floor where we stayed. I did not have time to enjoy the 55 inch tv ! But I worked easily from my laptop since the wifi was ultra fast. I can give only one negative point which is the absence of fridge within the room. Otherwise I would definitely recommend and for sure I would visit again
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Nice quick getaway from daily grind”
Hotel, to my surprise, was mere meters away from Cardiff Central Station; a bonus when you have been traveling via rail for five hours! Lifts to hotel rooms did not work, but staff were more than accommodating to assist where needed. Room was spacious, though the shower was smaller than expected (do note I am nit-picking to find flaws here). Bed was comfortable and room was quiet, seeing as there was a nightclub next door. Due to the broken lift, a £10 bar voucher was offered and used. Brilliant Caipirinha by the way, so compliments to the barman. I could spend ages here saying how good it was, but I won't. I'll keep this hotel in mind though when I next come to Cardiff.
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Perfect!”
Stayed for a night as we were Christmas shopping and then going out for a meal.1st time stay, have stayed in several hotels in Cardiff from the Hilton to Travelodge and this was by far the best.Staff were helpful and friendly.Room big, comfortable and clean.Breakfast was faultless.Thank you and we will definatly stay again.
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Exceptional”
Great location in the centre of Cardiff with shops, restaurants and pubs just outside the hotel. and the train station,, stadium and castle a short walk away.. Rooms were clean and staff .very helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
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Lovely hotel well refurbished and good staff”
very nicely refurbished hotel that has been well designed. Room was clean and comfortable and staff were very good. It is well located in the centre of Cardiff and close to the castle and shops. Was surprised they had no Cheese on a Friday night or the rest of the weekend. I was a bit disappointed not to get some fine Welsh cheese on the first night, but the staff were nice about it.
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Fun stay in wales!”
The hotel is perfectly positioned for central Cardiff, staff were extremely good and very attentive, reception always greeted you with a smile & hello! I would like to thank sue our lovely breakfast waitress, also the very nice male waiter that was on duty with her, they made us all feel very welcome, it was my birthday. I do think breakfast should be included in the price as you pay seperatly. Thanks for a great stay.
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