The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, a quick walk to Swansea Marina

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Snack bar
Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
LCD TV
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Coffee shop

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 18.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Whitehalls, Swansea, Wales, SA1 3AB

What's nearby

  • Swansea Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Swansea Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Swansea.com Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Singleton Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Swansea University - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Swansea Station - 9 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zinco Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee No 1 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kardomah Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Dolphin SA1 Hotel

Hotel near Swansea Marina
Located close to Swansea Beach and Singleton Park, The Dolphin SA1 Hotel provides a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Dolphin SA1 Hotel Swansea
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Dolphin SA1
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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Hotel Swansea

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dolphin SA1 Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Dolphin SA1 Hotel located?

Located in Castle, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Swansea Marina, Swansea Beach, and Singleton Park. Swansea University and Swansea.com Stadium are also within 3 mi (5 km). Swansea Station is 9 minutes by foot and Swansea (WSS-Swansea Train Station) is 11 minutes.

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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 457 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good cheap hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful.. The room was lovely and the beds were extremely comfortable. The breakfast was very good and the service was great. Would definitely go back again to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would go there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

richard

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was fair hotel . Room was too hot only issue
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Amenities
It was accessible to the town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dylan

Liked: Staff & service
If you’re ever in Swansea visit, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL. They charge you an additional £100 security deposit. You’re better off staying at the premier inn down the road
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a really nice place no compaints clean cheap bar downstairs didntbtry the food was just a sleep over
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

GEM OF A HOTEL & SO CENTRAL

Very nice people running hotel, helpful & kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pretty basic hotel, dated decor, but still clean and perfectly pleasant. I stayed on a Monday night so was quite quiet, but I wonder if it would be that quiet in other days.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was amazing! The hotel was clean and comfortable. The location is great, within easy reach from everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and comfortable

I stayed due to travel disruption. Very convenient for the station, friendly and helpful receptionist, clean and comfortable room with all I needed for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
24 hour front desk, convenient location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first stay was very impressive and reasonably quiet considering the city centre location in the middle of swanseas night life. Everything you need within easy walking distance. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. I was only there for one night playing in a weekend sporting competion. I deal for a covenient place to get your head down, nothing fancy it is what is. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you

A well located hotel with very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly. But located in noisy shopping street. Not ideal for solo women travellers in my experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Been here quite a few times and always found it excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Khan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy nice rooms nice staff great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard

Reasonable price for the hotel. It looks like it's in the process of renovation and benefits from being right in the centre of Swansea.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was very convenient and rooms were clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for 3 weeks comfortable clean good service
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very warm welcome, very polite staff throughout the stay. Very good location not far walking distance to the beach or the local attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendliness and helpfulness of staff was outstanding. The check in/check out was efficient. The rooms were small but very, very comfortable and clean. Had a great night's sleep. The Swansea market and castle are nearby, shop are an easy few steps away, and there are some great eating options within walking distance. The on-site cafe, Cafe Lucia served great coffee and was a very comfortable, inviting venue. Would stay here again, if we ever get the opportunity to return to Swansea.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 star stay

Great stay. Comfortable, warm, excellent shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022