See all properties
Save

The Dragon Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Swansea Castle

Photo gallery for The Dragon Hotel

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible
Reception
Front of property - evening/night
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$303
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

Explore the area

Map
The Kingsway, Swansea, Wales, SA1 5LS
  • National Waterfront Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Swansea Marina
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Swansea Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Accessible

Standard Double Room, Accessible | Bathroom

Standard Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the area

Swansea

The Dragon Hotel places you in the centre of Swansea, steps from Swansea Castle and within a short 5-minute stroll of Swansea Market. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The brasserie, THE DRAGON BRASSERIE, serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of 5 meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. To-go breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Castle hotel include LC Swansea and National Waterfront Museum.

What's nearby

  • Grand Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Waterfront Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Swansea Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Swansea Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Swansea University - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Copper Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Turkish Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kaspa's Swansea - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Dragon Hotel

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Swansea Castle
There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre 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 centre
  • 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 a hairdryer. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Welsh

Similar properties

Children's activities

The Grand Hotel Swansea

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 827 reviews
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Grand Hotel Swansea

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 20 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast to-go 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

Restaurants on site

  • Piano Bar & Restauarnt
  • THE DRAGON BRASSERIE

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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
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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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: from approximately GBP 13.95 for adults and from 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
On-site 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. On-site 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Dragon Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Dragon Hotel?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dragon Hotel on 15 Aug 2025 start from AU$303.18, 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.

Is parking available at The Dragon Hotel?

Yep, The Dragon Hotel has a self car park for GBP 10.00 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Dragon Hotel?

The closest beach to The Dragon Hotel is Swansea Beach (0.9 km).

Does The Dragon Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, to-go brekkie is available weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dragon Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Dragon Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Dragon Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Pennard Golf Course is a short 5-minute walk away.

The Dragon Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 133 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 127 out of 1000 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Angela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
So the property is in a good location, but it just feels very dated. Carpets are very worn. Everything just feels like it could do with updating only one of the two elevators was working and its tiny maximum free people, but it also felt a little grubby. I thought the breakfast was good value, but on the second day, the coffee machine wasn’t working. The staff are very friendly and try to help where they can.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The carpet was worn and torn. The window couldn’t close. Very poor. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marjan

Travelled with partner
Flush does not work. No lock in the toilet. No handwash in the toilet. No manner from the staff. One of the staff members got inside the room without knocking while me and wife we’re sleeping. It was a waste of money and would never recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jim

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel reminded me of post communist Eastern European hotels from the 90s. Lift was tiny and only one was working. Tried to have a shower at 8.30am and it was stone cold. Told reception when I was checking out and they told me they'd been told and had put hot water heater back on!! The hotel was full and they didn't keep the boiler on when everyone was likely to take a shower!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were really friendly and helpful. Rooms were ok Breakfast was plentiful and piping hot. Cental to city centre. Only snag was lift qasnt working when wenarrived but was fixed by the evening.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They took really good care of me and my husband.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sadly I was disappointed with the hotel. Having stayed in the past, it was a shame to see how tired the hotel rooms are. Bed bases were worn and ripped. The carpets in the room were stained and worn. The walls and ceiling were marked and water damaged. It doesnt feel like a 4 star hotel at all. The reception and bar areas are still lovely, but everywhere else is in need of some tlc. There was a large wedding party on the night we stayed and they left everywhere a tip, food and drinks tipped all over the stair cases. And they were noisy! Quite a challenge for the staff on duty. It's ideally situated for a night in Swansea, but I dont know that I would return again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Hope they found Wayne

Love the 1950’s charm of this hotel, chose to stay here over the premier inn because of that - love the staircase and the nod to past grandeur. The staff are all super friendly and professional which is really appreciated. I want impressed with the wedding party staying at the hotel who felt it appropriate to run through the corridors shouting all night, I hope they found “Wayne” who was clearly lost and in need of finding, so desperate were his friends to locate him that they felt the need to knock on every door at 2am whilst shouting for him. Kind of ruined the vibe and destroyed what was promising to be a good nights sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhodri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Average stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Hotel was ideal for our stay! Parking and breakfast reasonably priced. Staff on arrival, breakfast and departure were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

I messaged the hotel requesting an earlier check-in, they replied through this app stating an additional charge of £30 but I didn’t get this until I arrived. I asked at reception 1pm, was told in no uncertain terms and abruptly that it would be 3pm when I could check-in. This from the (I assume the duty manager), who spoke to me at breakfast the following morning, re my concerns re the cleanliness and the extremely dated furnishings, he shared with me that the hotel was being refurbished soon. I shared photographs via email and in person at reception around 6pm (pics to follow). The plus points were that reception staff seemed to be sympathetic, the breakfast was good and the bed linen was clean. The said manager, when speaking seemed an ok guy, even though his total lack of effort in even attempting to get me into my room sooner than 3pm had already disappointed, not even an attempt at trying, and after a 4 hour drive would have been nice. This hotel is listed as *4 honestly it’s a *2 at best.
Dust accumulated in the corner of the bedside cabinet.
Sofa, very tired and lacking in room preparation.
Shabby
Stained carpet and tissue on the carpet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed here a few times now and it's always been a pleasant stay. Comfortable room and very clean bathroom. The hotel is right in the town centre so is close to everything. The staff are also very friendly and helpful, there is also a very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dewi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thw room was dusty and run down stained carpets. There was no swimming pool and gym available as advertised online tkis is whyvi choose this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cerijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking should be free of charge for the guests staying . The outside doesnt do the inside justice the inside is beautiful so lovely and clean . Very helpful and friendly staff on arrival,during and leaving. Definitely will be staying again very soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dilys

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Beds clean and comfortable, bathroom facilities clean, main light not working in room, carpets ruffled and holes ,chair in room arms filthy , communal areas lovely and clean , staff very polite and helpful 🙂 the young lad that was serving us in the bar who was from Hungary, can't remember his name but gave us excellent service , nothing was too much for him , always polite and very helpful 10/10 😊
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay hotel is a bit dated in parts but the room was clean and the staff pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025