The Grand Hotel Swansea

Hotels
Great National Hotels
8 (231 reviews)
Ivey Place High Street, Swansea, Wales, SA1 1NX , Swansea , GB

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Express check-out
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Street parking
Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Dirty plates
Outside guests causing disturbance

Categories

Cleanliness
7.21
Some dirty plates were served which affected the overall perception.
Service
8.68
Staff were consistently praised for their friendliness and attentiveness.
Location
8.22
Conveniently located opposite the train station with good parking options.
Room Quality
8.17
Rooms were clean, tidy, and comfortable with useful amenities like iron and board.
Amenities
8.2
Included good amenities like iron and ironing board which are hard to find elsewhere.
Value for Money
7.66
Portion sizes were good but concerns regarding outside guests during busy times.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Food quality was praised with specific mentions of excellent Sunday lunch.
Overall Experience
7.68
Although there were some negatives, the overall experiences were positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 07:44

Property Description

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at The Grand Hotel Swansea, ideally located in the heart of the city.

Modern Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, making it easy to catch up on work or plan your adventures in Swansea. Our 24-hour front desk and express check-out ensure a hassle-free experience.

Delightful Dining Options
Savor delicious meals at our on-site restaurant or grab a quick snack at our coffee shop/café. For those late-night cravings, room service is available during limited hours, along with a welcoming bar/lounge for evening relaxation.

Comfortable Accommodations
Choose from 53 well-appointed, air-conditioned guestrooms equipped with essential comforts, including coffee/tea makers and hair dryers, ensuring a restful stay.

Don’t miss out on unforgettable experiences – book your stay at The Grand Hotel Swansea today!

Important information:

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CWL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 231 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.21
Service: 8.68
Location: 8.22
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 7.66
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 7.68
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Carol solo_traveller gb
8
It was comfortable, the staff were very obliging
Pros:

The fact it was opposite the train station and easy accessible to amenities

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Claire couple gb
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Ifor solo_traveller gb
8
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Jones solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Maureen couple nz
8
Convenient location with friendly helpful staff
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

A little dated and shabby

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
M
Matthew couple gb
8
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
M
Mark solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Nice location and very friendly staff

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Anne solo_traveller us
1
The location isn't worth the issues and apathy.
Pros:

That it was across from the train station.

Cons:

Was given a room with no thermostat, air flow, vent fan in bathroom with no windows that would open. We also had a broken dead bolt and phone. When reported to front desk, they said they they knew the thermostat and vent fan didn't work as it was an electrical issue. Said they would have someone stop in the next day to look at it. Didn't offer another room until we asked if it was legal to offer a room with health and safety violations. Gave us another room with a "king" bed as requested...it was a double bed. Then was charged extra fees upon check out. Nothing was comped or discounted. Absolutely flabbergasted.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Carol solo_traveller gb
10
Good value for money, opposite station.
Pros:

The proximity to the station, nice and quiet, lovely spacious rooms with nice decor, friendly staff. Second time staying here.

Cons:

The front entrance let's the hotel down (sliding grubby door).

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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aaron extended_group ie
8
Amazing Breakfast
Pros:

Breakfast was really good, the safe very helpful, cheap parking

Cons:

The surrounding area is a little sketchy at night

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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John extended_group gb
7
Pleasant and comfortable stay in a conveniently-located hotel, though with a few maintenance issues
Pros:

Staff were friendly and attentive. Breakfast options were good and nicely cooked. The room, though a little small was comfortable. The location next to the train station was perfect for us, as we used the trains every day. There are more attractive parts of Swansea to stay in for sure, but being in the vicinity of the station and restaurants for evening meals was more important for us on this occasion.

Cons:

I didn't appreciate being told on the day of arrival that the lift was out of order. Luckily, I only had to lug my suitcase up to the 3rd floor via the stairs once! The hotel must've known in advance that the lift was not working and should have informed me earlier. To be fair, they did offer to help with bags on check-in, however.

There seemed to be a problem with a new batch of key cards the hotel was using, as they kept having to be reprogrammed, with some not working at all. Also, on my last evening, the battery power failed on my door lock so I had to be escorted by hotel staff for the remainder of my stay to be let back into my room! Which makes me question how effective are the hotel's maintenance procedures...

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Jessica solo_traveller gb
1
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Fitzroy solo_traveller gb
2
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Thierry solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent stay. For the price I paid, one of my top 3 stays and I am a frequent weekender.
Pros:

Excellent value. Breakfast was excellent. Room was very comfy and quiet. Location is ideal opposite train station.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Joanna solo_traveller gb
7
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Paul couple ie
8
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Carl solo_traveller gb
8
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Sophie solo_traveller gb
8
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Rogers solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The room's and location

Cons:

The speed of service during breakfast

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Lee couple gb
7
Cons:

The lift was not working

2026-05-12 via Nuitee