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Royal Hotel Cardiff by Belvilla

★★★★ 88 St Mary's St, Cardiff, GB

8.2 guest rating· 4146 reviews

About this hotel

Victorian Charm with Modern Comforts

Historic Elegance : Step into the past at The Royal Hotel, housed in a Grade II listed Victorian building dating back to 1866. Enjoy the blend of historic charm and modern amenities, including air-conditioned rooms with LCD TVs and free Wi-Fi.

Unique Dining Experience : Indulge in a delightful breakfast at the Oak Panelled Scott Room, steeped in history and capable of hosting weddings and events. Immerse yourself in the ambiance where Captain Robert Falcon Scott once dined before his Antarctic expedition.

Cosmopolitan Convenience : Located just minutes away from the Principality Stadium and the train station, The Royal Hotel offers a prime location for exploring Cardiff. Unwind at Fitz's bar with a variety of light meals and handcrafted cocktails.

Book your stay now at The Royal Hotel Cardiff for an unforgettable experience!

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Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 15 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This room offers two standard UK single beds, complimentary standard Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making amenities, and a 32-40 inch television. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ironing facilities, hairdryer and safe. These rooms feature hardwood flooring and all rooms have their own private bathroom. We also provide naturally resourced bathroom amenities.

Standard Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · 3× Twin bed, Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This room offers three standard UK single beds, complimentary standard Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making amenities, and a 32-40 inch television. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ironing facilities, hairdryer and safe. These rooms feature hardwood flooring and all rooms have their own private bathroom. We also provide naturally resourced bathroom amenities.

Cinema Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This room includes: - 65-inch+ LED HD 1080p resolution smart TV with USB connections - Freeview HD - PlayStation 4 (PS4) and games. - Ability to play Blu-ray's or DVD's (DVD's not provided) - Access to Netflix, iPlayer, 4oD, Demand5 through PlayStation 4 - Micro surround system with USB playback - Mini Fridge - Cinema themed décor - Popcorn and small mini - fridge with refreshments. This room offers a standard UK king size double bed, complimentary standard Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making amenities, and a 65-75 inch television. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ironing facilities, hairdryer and safe. These rooms feature hardwood flooring and all rooms have their own private bathroom. We also provide naturally resourced bathroom amenities. Please note that this room does not have windows.

Superior King Room

Sleeps 2 · 23 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, city views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Budget Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a flat-screen TV, as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 15 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This room offers a standard UK king size double bed, complimentary standard Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making amenities, and a 32-40 inch television. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ironing facilities, hairdryer and safe. These rooms feature hardwood flooring and all rooms have their own private bathroom. We also provide naturally resourced bathroom amenities.

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>307-sq-foot room with city views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch HDTV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle, free bottled water, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 2 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Economy Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi
  • TV

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>140-sq-foot room with city views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch HDTV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle and free tea bags/instant coffee </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, fresh towels every 2 days, fresh bed sheets every 2 days </p> <p><b>Accessibility</b> - Smooth flooring in room</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking garage
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
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  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fruits
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key card access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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88 St Mary's St, Cardiff, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.24146 reviews

+ Good location+ Friendly staff+ Comfortable beds− Cleanliness issues− Broken lift− Noise disturbances
Cleanliness7.2
Service8.6
Location9.2
Room Quality7.6
Amenities8.2
Value for Money8.1

Aussie review

4.0

Dining room

− Tired facility Stairs Rabbit Warren passageways

David · AU · 2026-07-25

Guest review

7.0

A/C, staff friendly, location convenient. Did the job for one night, close to castle, river, etc.

− Found out in the morning after a too-warm night towel heater bar in the bathroom was on, competing with the A/C that was not very powerful. Shampoo was watered down, conditioner seemed to be shampoo, not conditioner.

Nathan · US · 2026-07-25

Guest review

1.0

Nothing, we left after seeing the room.

− The hotel is right in the city centre, we entered from the back entrance and there was no security at all, anyone could walk in and as the reception was two floors up no one would know. We arrived at reception and there was no one on the desk, another security warning. We were given a room key card and after walking along endless narrow corridors and up two flights of stairs, after the lift we arrived. The room was dark, smelly, the bathroom had black mould and the curtains and bed spread were dirty. The floor was also very dirty in the corners and for some bizarre reason there was a rubber bathmat on the floor going into the bathroom. As two women travelling together we did not feel safe in this hotel or wanting to sleep there, we checked out

Gill · GB · 2026-07-25

Guest review

6.0

It was central

− The bed was far too soft as were the pillows It had a thick winter duvet on the bed and we were in a heat wave! The bathroom needed up dating.

Michella · GB · 2026-07-23

It was good value and in an idyllic location

8.0

The property location was perfect, right where we wanna be in central Cardiff. Surrounded by eateries and a Tesco express and right in the centre of town for shopping. The rooms were nice and clean and spacious and well facilitated.

− It was a little dingy and less fancy than the images suggest. The elevator made some concerning noises and closed quite abruptly, crushing anyone in its way. But if you took the stairs you had to go up a fair few to get to reception, which isn’t ideal.

Kim · GB · 2026-07-23

Good to know

Parking is available at nearby NCP Westgate Street, CF10 1DZ. Unfortunately, we don't have an on-site car park, but our guests receive a promotional code for the local NCP Westgate Street, CF10 1DZ, which is a short walk from the hotel. This costs £14.95 per 24 hours; this is via a promotional code given to you via reception at check-out, and then you pay at the car park.

Guests with heavy luggage or disabled access requirements are recommended to arrive via the Westgate Street entrance, CF10 1TL, which is step free. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.