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The Royal Hotel Cardiff vs Hilton Cardiff
Both hotels are highly recommended by writers. On balance, The Royal Hotel ranks slightly higher than Hilton Cardiff. The Royal Hotel comes in at 79 with positive reviews from 3 reviews such as The Telegraph, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
The Royal Hotel Cardiff
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Oyster
Independent
Independent
88 St Mary Street, Cardiff CF10 1DW, Wales
From $82 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"Egyptian cotton sheets, goose-down pillows and fluffy bath robes contribute to a high pamper factor at this central boutique hotel... Just across the street from the train station."
The Telegraph
7.0
"The 19th-century Royal Hotel is Cardiff’s oldest hotel, close to all the city’s essentials and providing a comfortable night’s rest after urban exploring."
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Oyster
Budget
"Plush beds, renovated bathrooms, and triple-glazed windows keep all 60 rooms comfortable and generally quiet. "
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Independent
"Rest your head at Cardiff’s oldest hotel. The Royal is a Grade II-listed hotel, which shows slight signs of wear and tear, but is still an attractive central stay with heaps of charm. "
Independent
"The ultra-central location means you’re close to Cardiff’s hottest bars...rooms are fresh, contemporary and a steal, given the modest price tag."
Hilton Cardiff
Lonely Planet
Star Service
Kingsway, Cardiff CF10 3HH, Wales
From $105 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"Central Cardiff's five-star is housed in a new circular building that was built in the traditional style of pale stone, with views over the castle. The rooms are plush and comfortable,..."
Star Service
"In the heart of the city, across from Cardiff Castle, a two-minute walk to Queen Street and 1 km northeast of the train station, this remains the largest hotel in town."
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Guests should request west-facing rooms on as high a floor as possible for best views of the castle; rooms on this side are also quieter than those in the east wing.
