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The Grand Hotel Swansea

3.0 star property
Life inside castle walls combines medieval charm with modern convenience, where staff know exactly when guests need assistance and when they need space.

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The Grand Hotel Swansea transforms a historic castle into a practical retreat. Guests enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, relax with coffee, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Dry cleaning and laundry facilities add convenience for travelers refreshing their wardrobe.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Family Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Castle, a neighborhood in Swansea, The Grand Hotel Swansea is in a shopping district and near the beach. Three Cliffs Bay Beach and Cwm Clydach Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include LC Swansea and Plantasia. Dylan Thomas Centre and Swansea Observatory are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Swansea travel guide
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Ivey Place High Street, Swansea, Wales, SA1 1NX

What's nearby

  • Grand Theatre
    Grand Theatre
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Waterfront Museum
    National Waterfront Museum
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pennard Golf Course
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Swansea Arena
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Swansea Marina
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Swansea Station
    1 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sessions by Mumbles Brewery
    6 min walk
  • Turkish Kitchen
    3 min walk
  • Kaspa's
    5 min walk
  • The Ship
    10 min walk
  • Zinco Lounge
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8.50 per night)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hotel Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

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 60.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.50 per night (899 ft away)

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel will place GBP 60 pre-authorization on a valid credit/debit card for the King and Queen Suite room types for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking. This will then be released on departure.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Grand Hotel Swansea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Grand Hotel Swansea?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Grand Hotel Swansea?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Grand Hotel Swansea located?

Located in Castle, this hotel is steps from Glynn Vivian Art Gallery and Pennard Golf Course. Laserzone and Swansea Castle are also within 10 minutes. Swansea Station and Swansea (WSS-Swansea Train Station) are within a 2-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Grand Hotel Swansea Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 976 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 976 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 976 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 976 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 976 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the great place few yards from the train station very helpful staff look after you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dewi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The professional, welcoming staff make the grand an absolute pleasure to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

KIRSTY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless very modern great location very helpfull friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Staff brilliant. Breakfast wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious, everything was exceptional. The food in their restaurant I can really recommend. Extremely friendly personnel, I would certainly stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent value in a good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly team who work at The Grand. Great rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent. Very comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have not stepped foot in the grand since it was a night club and berni inn. Staff were very attentive, room clean was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ovefeor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel's proximity to the train station was perfect 👌. The customer service was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy access to parking, lovely staff, good food, clean, comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lots of renovations happening so the lifts were not working. The room was nice and comfortable - quite warm though. Not the nicest area but very walkable down to wind street. Parking next door for £5 was handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Ilana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a lovely room, very spacious! Being directly across from the train station was incredibly convenient. All of the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Polite staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location Great quality Great comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The sheets and pillow covers were clean and neat. Bathroom was also quite clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed my stay in the hotel. Quiet and private. Perfect to get good sleep and rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and lovely rooms. Check in efficient and in a central location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

Great Hotel in Central Swansea!

Great hotel! Staff very friendly & great facilities! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Oludotun

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a time of refreshing and hotel was quiet enough for that. The breakfast was very nice and the room was warm which was what I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room with all facilities available. One particular member of staff was very welcoming and professional. I don't know her name but she did mention that she used to do nursing, she is a credit to your company!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great staff , breakfast was very good , comfy clean rooms , excellent location in centre Swansea. hotel a bit tired but not to bad , 👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room rather small and there was a lack of surface area to put anything down. Badly designed. Clean and comfy beds. Welcoming and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026