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About the Hotel

88 St Mary'S St, Cardiff, CF10 5DW

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“Being in the heart of Cardiff made exploring so easy and fun!”view full review

4-star city-center hotel in Cardiff

Location

The Royal Hotel Cardiff is situated within a Grade II listed building, just 200 meters from the Principality Stadium and 250 meters from Cardiff Central Train Station. The hotel is also a mere 400 meters from Cardiff Castle and Bute Park, making it a convenient base for exploring local attractions. Nearby, visitors can find numerous dining options, with over 393 restaurants listed within a half-kilometer radius.

Rooms

The hotel offers 60 uniquely decorated rooms ranging from small doubles to superior options, all with ensuite limestone bathrooms. Superior Double Rooms boast UK Kingsize beds or larger, along with complimentary wine and enhanced amenities. The newly introduced Cinema Rooms feature a 75-inch HD Smart TV, PlayStation 4, and a micro surround sound system for an immersive entertainment experience.

Dining

Breakfast is served in The Captain Scott Room, where guests can enjoy a full Welsh breakfast or a continental buffet. This historic room was frequented by Captain Robert Falcon Scott before his journey to Antarctica, adding a unique touch to meals. The Slug & Lettuce Lounge Bar offers a relaxing environment with plush furniture, though food service is currently suspended.

Amenities

Complimentary offerings include breakfast, Wi-Fi, local calls, and eco-friendly toiletries in each room. A rewards scheme incentivizes guests who book directly, allowing them to earn points for free upgrades and overnight stays. The hotel also features a bar with plush seating for relaxation after a busy day.

Unique Features

The Royal Hotel supports local bee populations with its own beehive, producing honey for sale to guests and providing insight into local sustainability efforts. The hotel has collaborated with the International Bee Research Association to promote awareness of the importance of bees in agriculture. Guests enjoy unique products made from beeswax, further enhancing their experience.

Highlights

Location: 200 meters from Principality Stadium

Rooms: 60 uniquely decorated accommodations

Dining: Breakfast served in Captain Scott Room

Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi and local calls

Unique: Own beehive producing honey for guests

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Royal Hotel Cardiff By Belvilla 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 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
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Superior King Room
2 persons
23 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
15 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Heating
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Cozy Cinema Experience

“I enjoyed the cinema room with an really good entertainment system. It was a fantastic way to unwind after a busy day. The comfortable seating and great sound made the movie night nice.” read full review

Luxurious Bathroom Amenities

“The bathroom featured good toiletries, which added a touch of luxury to my stay. I particularly appreciated the complimentary body wash, shampoo, and conditioner, creating a spa-like experience in my very own hotel bathroom.” read full review

Superb Comfort

“The bed in my room was incredibly comfortable, making for a restful night's sleep. I was especially thrilled with the power shower, which was an invigorating treat compared to what I have at home.” read full review

Delicious Breakfast Buffet

“I was delighted by the breakfast buffet that offered a variety of freshly prepared options. The self-service arrangement was perfect for someone with a big appetite like mine, and everything tasted fantastic.” read full review

Facilities: Great

8.0/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
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

Royal Hotel Cardiff By Belvilla Location

88 St Mary'S St, Cardiff, CF10 5DW

Getting around

City Centre
Cardiff 6 min · 1700 ft
Airports
Cardiff (CWL) 33 min · 13.6 mi
Bristol (BRS) 114 min · 47.2 mi
Train
Cardiff Central Railway Station 3 min · 700 ft
Bus
Bus stop 3 min · 700 ft

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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 true.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel 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

Number of floors:

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Royal Hotel Cardiff By Belvilla from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 1739 verified reviews

8.2 /10

Great

85 %

Recommend

Breakfast

7.7/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Comfort

8.4/10

Facilities

8.0/10

Free WiFi

8.3/10

Location

9.4/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.0/10

Staff

8.8/10

Value for money

7.9/10

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Royal Hotel Cardiff By Belvilla, Cardiff

About the Hotel

Location

Rooms

Dining

Amenities

Unique Features

Highlights

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Royal Hotel Cardiff By Belvilla Location

Reviews and Ratings

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