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The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Principality Stadium

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Experience the grandeur of The Royal Hotel Cardiff, featuring a classical entrance with Corinthian columns and a detailed pediment.
Welcome to our reception area, where a beautifully decorated Christmas tree adds a festive touch to the space, complemented by a glass display case and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Overlooking the calm water, the clock tower stands prominently in the foreground.
Enter the Capt. Scott Room, featuring a traditional door with glass panels and ornate woodwork.
Two single beds with tufted headboards and a desk with a vase of flowers.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room

Relax in this stylish room featuring a large bed, a separate bed, flat-screen TV, and a dresser with drawers.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Two single beds with matching headboards and a nightstand with a lamp create a clean and organized space.

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, bedside table, and mounted TV.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Cinema Room

Relax in a room with a large flat-screen TV, a cozy reading nook, and a vibrant mural.

Cinema Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, tufted headboard, and comfortable seating area.

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Economy Double Room

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, offering a city view from the windows.

Economy Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cardiff

The Royal Hotel Cardiff puts you in the heart of Cardiff, within just a 10-minute stroll of Principality Stadium and Cardiff International Arena. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The theme restaurant, Slug & Lettuce Central, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Fitz Bar is the hotel's own bar. 2367 square feet (220 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Cardiff City Centre hotel include Bute Park and Cardiff Castle.

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cardiff International Arena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Prince of Wales - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cambrian Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Proud Mary - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel Cardiff

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to 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 metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Royal Hotel Cardiff also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe.

This 3.5-star Cardiff hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Conference 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 members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • 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 a hairdryer. 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 telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

Bulgarian, Czech, English, German, Polish, Russian

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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 transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Fitz Bar
  • Slug & Lettuce Central

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2,367 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1866
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with digital channels

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per stay.

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: from approximately GBP 14.0 for adults and from 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 on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 10 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel Cardiff on 25 Aug 2025 start from NZ$142.29, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

The closest beach to The Royal Hotel Cardiff is Barry Island Beach (12 km).

Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

No, The Royal Hotel Cardiff does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Royal Hotel Cardiff Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1005 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

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central to history, shopping and dining. Easy to get around if walking, travelling by train or bus and taxi. Helpful staff and very relaxing ambience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only slight downside was you can’t open the room windows, AC for me is to dry when your trying to sleep, but saying that our room was perfect and very comfortable, otherwise great hotel, staff and location. Personally I wouldn’t use the NCP car park that the hotel recommend, it’s very run down and stinks of urine. We parked for over 24 hours in the St David’s shopping centre car park which is modern, bright and felt nice and safe and is only about a 5 minute walk to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Echelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and staff was excellent. The hotel is located within walking distance to many attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

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

Great value

Great value hotel, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudi

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

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stayed here a few times and will DEFINITLY go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was very difficult, confusing and costly. Ability to enter and exit the property was not easy for anyone with the slightest mobility problem. Rooms and service were good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First time staying at The Royal; as much the room was nice and inviting, there were an accumulation of minor things that bugged me a little. When I had a shower, I realised there was no mat and the actual shower door spread water across the bathroom, which wasn’t ideal; when I started cleaning up the floor after getting out of the shower and retrieving my phone from the bedside table, I realised that the floors weren’t the cleanest.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Louisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

a satisfying break

first time to Cardiff weather was ok and there was plenty to do the hotel was good better than i expected no fault and the staff i thought was very friendly and the breakfast well there was no problems everything was laid out nice in fact we will be going back to stay at the royal
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellinor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellinor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A fine hotel in the centre of Cardiff, very pleasant and friendly staff. The hotel is centrally located, but looking and feeling a bit tired and run down. Lack of facilities, No evening meal, or room service was available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

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

10/10 Excellent

Renee

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

10/10 Excellent

CAMILLA, Fort Lauderdale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great—right in the city center, close to the train station and within walking distance of major attractions. The front desk staff were very friendly and welcoming. Our standard twin room was comfortable and well-appointed, featuring cozy beds, blackout curtains, a safe, and eco-conscious amenities. Breakfast was a highlight, with a generous buffet offering a wide range of options. We also rented a car and appreciated the discounted parking location recommended by the hotel which was very convenient. Overall, a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overrated - avoid

A bit run down. On a main street so noisy and the area is not very safe. Claimed to be a double bed but it was just two single mattresses joined together. Pretty disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025