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About the Hotel

12-14 Whitewalls, Swansea, United Kingdom

Rooms & Accommodations

Dolphin SA1 offers single, double, twin, club, family, and suite rooms. All include an en suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee facilities. Club rooms add a king bed, iron, and desk. Suites feature a queen bed, shower bath or spa, lounge area, bathrobes, and a complimentary fruit basket.

Dining & Drinks

The Dolphin Bar serves spirits, soft drinks, juices, and bar snacks. An extensive cocktail and wine list is available, including options like New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and Spanish Tempranillo. A continental breakfast is served daily in a common area. Caffé Lucia, open all day, offers sandwiches, paninis, salads, jacket potatoes, and hot dishes using locally sourced ingredients.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is in central Swansea. It is a short walk to Wind Street, Swansea Marina, and the beach. Sights within 0.5 km include the Dylan Thomas Centre, National Waterfront Museum, Swansea Castle, and The LC water park. The Gower Peninsula, Mumbles village, and Rhossili Bay are a short drive away. Car parking is available at NCP Salubrious Place next to the VUE cinema.

Services & Facilities

Services include 24-hour tea and coffee at reception, hair dryers on request, and lift/elevator access. Linen and towels are provided. The hotel offers corporate rates and special packages, including a romantic package with champagne and chocolates and multi-night family stays.

Local Attractions & Activities

The area offers Swansea Market, the five-mile Swansea Bay promenade to Mumbles, and the Liberty Stadium for Swansea City AFC and Ospreys rugby matches. The National Waterfront Museum showcases Welsh industry. The Gower Peninsula features Three Cliffs Bay and Rhossili Bay.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Single Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

155 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

195 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

195 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Swansea700 ft

Airports

Swansea (SWS) 6.8 mi

Cardiff (CWL) 38.7 mi

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

12-14 Whitewalls, Swansea, United Kingdom

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12-14 Whitewalls, Swansea, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

National Waterfront Museum

2300 ft

Gallery

Dylan Thomas Centre

2300 ft

Botanical Garden

Plantasia Tropical Hothouse

2100 ft

Gallery

Mission Gallery

2500 ft

Castle

Swansea Castle

4600 ft

Public Building

Brangwyn Hall

1.0 mi

Landmark

Swansea Marina

4400 ft

Church

Cathedral Church of St Joseph

4700 ft

Public Building

The Guildhall

4200 ft

Park

Brynmill Park

1.3 mi

Landmark

Dylan Thomas Birth Place

1.2 mi

Park

Cwmdonkin Park

1.5 mi

Nearby

Park

The LC

1800 ft

Museum

Swansea Museum

2000 ft

Gallery

Glynn Vivian Art Gallery

1600 ft

Square

Castle Square

500 ft

Church

The Collegiate & Parish Church of St. Mary's

500 ft

High Street

1000 ft

Pobbles Bay

1500 ft

Welsh Coastal path

1000 ft

New Oxford Building Oxford Street

Oxford Street

500 ft

Shopping Area

The Quadrant

600 ft

Whiteford National Nature Reserve

1500 ft

1 York Street

Cygnet Distillery

1200 ft

Mosque

St Andrew's English Calvinistic Methodist Chapel

1700 ft

31 The Kingsway

Breakout Live Swansea

600 ft

Casino

Grosvenor Casino Swansea

1200 ft

Museum Park

1700 ft

Penyfodau Fawr Farm Shop

1000 ft

Horton Beach

1500 ft

Restaurants

Lillte Tokyo

300 ft

Oxford Street 64-65 Swansea Market

Kardomah

600 ft

11 Portland Street

Greek Flavours By Alexanter

500 ft

191 Llangyfelach Road Brynhyfryd

Burger King

500 ft

1-2 Union Street

Shine

700 ft

28 Union Street

Dough To Go

500 ft

Oxford Street Bridgend

McDonald's Restaurants

600 ft

1 Oxford Street

Pastel de Nata

600 ft

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Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

David

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The location was excellent, just across from Primark and a short walk to The Grand Theatre. However, I did notice some wear and tear in the room.

Rooms

7.0

Also, there were some signs of wear and tear.

Service

9.0

The staff members were incredibly friendly and accommodating, going out of their way to assist me during my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, right in the city center with easy access to buses, trains, dining options, and entertainment venues.

Dining

5.0

I was a bit disappointed with the dining experience. The continental breakfast was underwhelming, delivered in a paper bag without proper plates. It lacked the variety I expected for a continental breakfast.

Facilities

The hotel offers basic facilities, but nothing extraordinary stood out during my stay.

Paul

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.4/10

The hotel had a convenient location in the city center, right next to Swansea market and close to Primark and M&S. The rooms were a bit noisy and warmer than expected due to the bathroom radiator, but for the price, it was acceptable. The staff, although not the comfiest, tried their best to accommodate our needs.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a little noisy and warmer than expected due to the bathroom radiator.

Service

9.0

The staff was really friendly, chatty, and willing to help with anything we needed. They made us feel like valued guests, which was appreciated.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was excellent for sightseeing, shopping, and meeting friends with a boat in the marina. However, be prepared for a walk to the NCP car park if it's raining.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was decent, but there is room for improvement. The Italian grilled meat was satisfactory, but there are better dining options around like the continental breakfast at a nearby cafe.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were adequate for our needs during the stay. Nothing extraordinary, but they served their purpose.

Alexandra

United Kingdom, July 2023

6.6/10

The hotel had spacious rooms but with heating issues. The service was welcoming and accommodating. Its central location was convenient, although noisy at times due to nightlife. The dining experience lacked variety. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious but too hot due to issues with the heated towel rail.

Service

8.0

The staff were welcoming, friendly, and more than happy to assist, including storing luggage.

Location

7.0

The central location was perfect for shopping and close to bars and restaurants, although affected by noise from late-night activities.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were lacking for a continental breakfast, with minimal selections.