In the heart of Cardiff, The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers a warm welcome with its bar, conference space, and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of an elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, meeting rooms and a banquet hall while appreciating top-notch service from its helpful staff.
Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 30 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 81 min drive
Cardiff Central Station - 4 min walk
Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) - 4 min walk
Cardiff Queen Street Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
The Prince of Wales - 4 min walk
Cambrian Tap - 1 min walk
Proud Mary - 1 min walk
Fresh - 1 min walk
Taco Bell - 1 min walk
About this property
The Royal Hotel Cardiff
The Royal Hotel Cardiff offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Also, Cardiff Bay and Cardiff University are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and central location get good marks from fellow travellers.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges GBP 2 for credit card payments
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Golf lessons nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (2367 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1866
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Smooth flooring in room
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Fitz Bar – On-site bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.0 for adults and GBP 7 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of GBP 2
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Royal Hotel Cardiff
Royal Cardiff
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Hotel
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Cardiff
The Royal Hotel Cardiff Hotel Cardiff
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Hotel Cardiff offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Hotel Cardiff does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Royal Hotel Cardiff.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Royal Hotel Cardiff?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Royal Hotel Cardiff and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Principality Stadium (5-min walk) and Cardiff Castle (5-min walk), along with Bute Park (7-min walk) and New Theatre (10-min walk).
What's the area around The Royal Hotel Cardiff like?
The Royal Hotel Cardiff is in Cardiff City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Cardiff Central Station and 5 minutes' walk from Principality Stadium. Travellers say that the area is central and good for shopping.
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The Royal Hotel Cardiff Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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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 Exceptional
15 February 2025
Don’t miss this one.
Perfect location, brilliant pub and excellent service.
Fredrik
Fredrik, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 January 2025
Clean, quiet and comfortable! And convenient location.
Maren
Maren, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 January 2025
Central hotel in Cardiff
One night stay for conference. Very centrally located. Room was very clean, good check in and good breakfast. Would stay again if in Cardiff
Jayne
Jayne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 January 2025
Good hotel
Nice city hotel, staff all lovely, breakfast very but not very hot
maria
maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 January 2025
Great Hotel
Lovely hotel,rooms are spacious.My only negative is beds are not comfortable and would like to have been able to open windows a little.
Tracy
Tracy, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 February 2025
Great value hotel
Very central location close to shops and train station. Great value given size of the room and price of the breakfast. Enjoyed having choice of a bath and a shower plus being able to follow easy controls on air conditioning. Unfortunately the bed was not the most comfortable, the tea urn didn't ever get hot enough to make quality tea- and there were a lot of stairs!
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Night away
Hotel ideally situated
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2024
Was a lovely lovely stay , staff were great the room was great. It would have been nice to be able to lower the temperature less than 14° without having to call reception but it was a great stay regardless
Moni
Moni, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 October 2024
Central location , friendly staff and understated hotel with a great room and good breakfast
andrew
andrew, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
17 February 2025
No food/snacks available in lounge bar.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 September 2024
Great location to transport and tourist sites.
Galen A.
Galen A., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 November 2024
Close to the railway station and the main shopping area. Spacious room with a verry large bed.
Hans
Hans, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 October 2024
GREAT SHORT STAY IN CARDIFF
Hotel location was very central and very good, many top bars and restaurants were within walking distance, hotel staff were very helpful and friendly, we were given a better room than the one we had booked and this made our stay very good indeed
Dr Bharatkumar
Dr Bharatkumar, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Great night away in Cardiff
Lovely old building, looks a bit weathered on the outside but stunning on the inside ,friendly staff amazing room on 7th floor, will stay again
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
The Royal is a beautiful boutique hotel just a five minute walk from the train station. It is in the centre of Cardiff so close to everything. The staff are wonderful and friendly and the rooms are clean and provide you with all you need. Love staying here.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 August 2024
Great location
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Could not fault the hotel, room was spotless & comfortable. Staff were so polite & friendly. Only one negative & that was the noise from outside, but understandable due to the area of hotel.
Lucille
Lucille, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 August 2024
Friendly staff ,clean rooms, easy to find ,not far from train transport,
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
The check in was very quick and professional. The reception staff were very friendly and the room was quite nice too.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
Very close to all amenities, which is exactly what I wanted.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
A lovely stay
Prefect location in the middle of town parking is a short walk away, the hotel was very nice and staff were all very welcoming and friendly - great place to stay for a Cardiff trip.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
Very close to the centre of cardiff but a street away from the hussle and bussle so it doesnt get noisy. Hotel and staff very lovely and very welcoming will definitely be making a return trip.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 September 2024
Central hotel
So central, friendly helpful staff. Great value.
tim
tim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2024
charming building with nicely sized rooms and comfortable beds - tvs with internet access would be nice though!