Nestled close to Swansea Beach and Singleton Park, The Dolphin SA1 Hotel offers a warm welcome with its bar and free in-room WiFi. Unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby, store your luggage safely, and enjoy the convenience of an elevator; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 71 min drive
Swansea Station - 9 min walk
Swansea (WSS-Swansea Train Station) - 11 min walk
Baglan Station - 16 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
Located near a train station, The Dolphin SA1 Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Swansea. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
41 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay
Breakage deposit: GBP 100 per stay
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Dolphin SA1 Hotel Swansea
Dolphin SA1 Hotel
Dolphin SA1 Swansea
Dolphin SA1
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Hotel
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Swansea
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Hotel Swansea
Frequently asked questions
Does The Dolphin SA1 Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Dolphin SA1 Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of GBP 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Dolphin SA1 Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Swansea Marina (8-min walk) and Swansea Beach (1.2 mi), along with Singleton Park (1.6 mi) and Swansea University (1.7 mi).
What's the area around The Dolphin SA1 Hotel like?
The Dolphin SA1 Hotel is in Castle, a short 9-minute walk from Swansea Station and 5 minutes' walk from Swansea Arena.
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The Dolphin SA1 Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Good
19 May 2025
Good cheap hotel
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
23 Jun 2025
Generally OK a little dated staff were excellent.
Philip
Philip, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Jun 2025
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
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
1 Jul 2025
Super friendly and helpful reception. Bed was pretty uncomfortable and bathroom moderately clean. Overall good value.
Hugo
Hugo, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
5 Jul 2025
Stayed one night after a work event in Swansea. Decor is dated and could do with a coat of paint in the rooms. But clean and a perfectly good budget hotel. Breakfast was included in my booking and had the added surprise that I could have it delivered to my room! Would stay again!
Danielle
Danielle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jun 2025
Clean, Comfortable,
Ryland
Ryland, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
26 Jul 2025
Poor appearance. Hotel needs updating.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
20 Jul 2025
Overall the hotel is ok the main problem we had is because of the heat we had to have the window open so could hear everything outside , because the window was open the door to our room kept rattling constantly it was hard to sleep
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Apr 2025
I would go there again
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
3 May 2025
1 night business stay over
Mehmet
Mehmet, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
9 Apr 2025
It was accessible to the town
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
26 May 2025
It was fair hotel . Room was too hot only issue
richard
richard, 3-night trip
2/10 Terrible
15 May 2025
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
Dylan
Dylan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Dec 2024
GEM OF A HOTEL & SO CENTRAL
Very nice people running hotel, helpful & kind.
Tammy
Tammy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Jan 2025
It was a really nice place no compaints clean cheap bar downstairs didntbtry the food was just a sleep over
craig
craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
7 Jan 2025
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
23 Jun 2025
They ask for 100 pound a warranty and you never recive the money back
Cristian
Cristian, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
21 Jul 2024
A nice hotel
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
24 Jul 2024
The stay was amazing! The hotel was clean and comfortable. The location is great, within easy reach from everything.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Jul 2024
24 hour front desk, convenient location and friendly staff
Oliver
Oliver, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
29 Jul 2023
Friendly staff and good location.
Khan
Khan, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Nov 2023
Been here quite a few times and always found it excellent
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Dec 2024
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.