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The Royal Hotel Cardiff

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute walk to Principality Stadium

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Property entrance
Point of interest
Standard Twin Room
Interior entrance
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF101DW
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bute Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Cinema Room

Cinema Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Cinema Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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 Utilita Arena Cardiff. 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
  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bute Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • New Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Prince of Wales - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel Cardiff

Hotel with a restaurant, 4-minute 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.

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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 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel Cardiff on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$123.30, 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. 500 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1005 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

glynnis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, in the heart of Cardiff! A guest laundry would have been greatly appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

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

Good location and nice hotel, but some issues.

Nice room thanks to an upgrade. Curtains let a lot of light through and not very well sound proofed. Bedding was lovely. Nice big TV. Bath was very slippy resulting in a fall. Towels are very small. Staff friendly and breakfast was ok (but wouldn’t have paid £14 for it). Very good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Fab location specially for a night out. Rooms clean, spacious and airy. Couldn't fault it. Will definitely be retuning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

marley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice. Extra costs for everything. Hold a bag before noon or after 2 costs 4 Ibs per bag. Stay 1/2 hour after check out, 20 Ibs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Cardiff City centre! Very good breakfast with plenty of choice! Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Alexandria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is the best place to stay if you’re looking to stay in the heart of historic Cardiff with close proximity to Cardiff Castle — you really can’t beat this location and it is a short walk from Cardiff Central that was manageable even with our two large suitcases. The room was super clean and the spacious considering typical hotel rooms are very compact. We had a king size bed with a room that faced St. Mary’s Street. Please be aware that if you enter from St Mary’s Street you’re actually entering on Floor 1 and reception is on Floor 2. You’ll need to take the stairs to the ground level to the lift that will then take you to the second floor. There is another lift from the second floor that takes you to the rooms. We didn’t try to English breakfast. There is a bar and lounge area on the second floor which were never busy. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Room was spacious and the bathroom was great. Really enjoyed the breakfast each morning - piping hot and a great variety.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

1 night stay in twin room

Booked a twin room at this hotel to stay overnight with a friend to go to a concert in Cardiff Castle. It's a fabulous location in the city centre. Discount on Parking at the NCP was a bonus. Check in was easy, the room was clean and the beds were comfy. Would stay again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was warm and friendly. The room and bathroom were large. The bed had 2 pillows per person. The location was excellent and the room so quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina, Los Angeles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much! It was wonderfully convenient! Right precisely where we needed to be! Furthermore, the staff was just lovely. A fantastic find for us, simply wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda, Mill Bay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely refurbished older hotel with good climate control, large room, hypoallergenic bedding, wood flooring and a nice shower ( no shower mat so it was slippery). Breakfast was good. Room cleaned daily.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Old hotel with good location in Cardiff

Good location, but hotel smells of damp as soon as you walk in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Janine

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, wonderful trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

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

Just one night stay to see steorphonics.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

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

8/10 Good

Nicky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only 5 mins walk to Cardiff Castle. Ideally situated for shopping. Four flights of stairs up to reception lobby though so you need to be fit. Staff were polite and helpful. Glad of the aircon on a baking hot day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were fantastic and it's a great location if you're going to an event at Principality Stadium. The exterior clearly needs some cleanup, but my room was pretty nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lewis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Considering it's was next to multiple pubs it was very quiet. Central location. Short walk to principality Stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location for any event in the city
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025