The Royal Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 5DW

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“The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore shops, bars, and restaurants all within walking distance.”view full review

The Royal Hotel Cardiff, a 4-star hotel with an 8.1/10 rating on Booking.com, offers modern accommodations and is known for its historical charm within a Grade II listed building. Situated in Cardiff Centre, this hotel features a variety of amenities including a full Welsh breakfast and a bar area. The hotel is just a short walk from several key attractions and venues.

Rooms & Amenities

The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers 60 uniquely decorated rooms, combining neutral tones and bold furnishings. Each room includes full air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, in-room safes, flat-screen TVs with Freeview, and tea & coffee making facilities. Deluxe and superior rooms feature king-size beds and complimentary bottles of wine.

Dining Options

Breakfast is served in the Captain Scott Room with options ranging from a Continental buffet to a popular Full Welsh Breakfast. The Lounge Bar offers an inviting atmosphere for guests to unwind, complete with comfortable seating. Guests receive vouchers for loyalty rewards with opportunities for free wine and room upgrades.

Location & Transportation

This Cardiff hotel provides access to various local attractions including Cardiff Castle and the Principality Stadium, both within a 500-meter radius. The Utilita Arena, popular for concerts and events, is also nearby. Options for public transport include bus stops within a two-minute walk and Cardiff Central Train Station only 300 meters away.

Services & Sustainability

Services include free baggage storage prior to check-in and after check-out, available for a nominal charge. The Royal Hotel Cardiff is committed to sustainability, featuring eco-friendly toiletries and a beehive project that promotes local bee populations. The hotel provides 24-hour reception and nearby parking options.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Budget Double Room

2 persons

13 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

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Superior King Room

2 persons

23 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Triple Room

2 persons

30 m²

3 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

15 m²

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Video games

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Dressing area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 5DW

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88 St Mary Street, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF10 5DW

City landmarks

Museum

National Museum Cardiff

2.1 km

Park

Bute Park

2.2 km

Landmark

Cardiff Bay

2.5 km

Church

St David's Metropolitan Cathedral

610 m

Museum

Techniquest

2.2 km

Landmark

Tramshed Cardiff

710 m

Public Building

City Hall

780 m

Gallery

Martin Tinney Gallery

1.2 km

Gallery

Kooywood Gallery

1.3 km

University

Cardiff University

1.3 km

Nearby

Cardiff Castle Grounds

Cardiff Castle

490 m

Westgate Street

Principality Stadium

440 m

Stadium

Motorpoint Arena Cardiff

510 m

Mall

St David's Dewi Sant

250 m

Golden Cross Hayes Bridge Road

Wales National Ice Rink

400 m

Market

Cardiff Market

290 m

Church

The City Parish of St John the Baptist

300 m

Museum

Museum of Cardiff

230 m

Shopping Area

Capitol Shopping Centre

490 m

Art object

Animal Wall

520 m

Mall

High Street Arcade

310 m

Shopping Area

Castle Quarter Arcade

370 m

Mall

Duke Street Arcade

370 m

11 St David's Way St David's - Dewi Sant

Statue of Sir Gareth Edwards

440 m

Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Cardiff

270 m

Museum

Firing Line Museum of The Queen's Dragoon Guards and The Royal Welsh at Cardiff Castle

440 m

Cardiff Arms Park Westgate Street

BT Sport Cardiff Arms Park

430 m

Womanby Street

Castle Emporium

410 m

Shopping Area

Royal Arcade

90 m

btwn St Mary St & Mill Lane

Wyndham Arcade-Nos 1-39 & Nos 4-32

130 m

Restaurants

O'Neill's

20 m

85-87 St. Mary Street

Pieminister

100 m

35 St. Mary Street

The Yard Bar & Kitchen

70 m

42-43 St. Mary Street South Glamorgan

Viva Brazil

520 m

Ground floor

Mia Porto Due

120 m

The Old Brewery Quarter Caroline Street

Brewhouse

110 m

49 St. Mary Street Old Brewery Quarter

Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery

120 m

10-12 Royal Arcade

Charlston's Steakhouse

100 m

52 - 54 St Mary's Street

Coyote Ugly Saloon

390 m

78 St. Mary Street

Wally's

120 m

38-46 Royal Arcade

Getting around

City Centre

Cardiff6 min · 500 m

Airports

Cardiff (CWL)33 min · 21.9 km

Bristol (BRS)114 min · 75.9 km

Train

Cardiff Central Railway Station3 min · 200 m

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 200 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:30

Check-out

from 03:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 14.95 per day.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP14 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Czech, Hungarian, Polish, Russian, Bulgarian, Latvian

Year renovated:

2011

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The Royal Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff

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