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Reviews of The Dragon Hotel

The Kingsway, Swansea, SA1 5LS, United Kingdom

#19 of 21 hotels in Swansea

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Review score

Based on 4266 hotel reviews

6.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.3

  • Comfort

    7.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    6.7

  • Staff

    8.2

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.8

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  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    7.0
    Excellent staff but somewhat limited facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Dragon Hotel is really more of a B&B. I was there on a Friday. I'm beyond the age of looking for a loud music bar or nightclub on a Friday night. But when I returned to the hotel at about 10.20pm, I discovered that thhe hotel did not have a bar, where one could relax with a drink for an hour or two before retiring. I was also looking for somewhere to reat on the Friday evening. There was a Brasseries, which seemed to be attached to the hotel, though it may be independent of the hotel. But when I went there to check the menu, I was told it was closed. I don't know if this was just the Friday I was there, or every Friday. Whiile the hotel's central location is easy to get to, and near the railway station, I found that the traffic noise from early in the morning can interrupt sleep if one is a light sleeper.

    I found the staff to be friendly and excellent in every way. When I went for breakfast in the morning, the server was already aware of my food intolerance issue. Brilliant communication, therefore, between reception and the breakfast room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    7.0
    As I was only in hotel for a few hours during an overnight stay it was fine for my short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was satisfactory

    Location was good being very central in Swansea

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    6.0
    Tired hotel, such a shame.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel itself seemed tired. It was a large hotel but didn't seem to have any character. The windows in our room were bad, one seemed to be jammed shut with mastic of sorts which didn't stop the wind coming in.

    The room, after being moved, was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was nice.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was alright for us nothing to complain

    The cleanliness of the room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    6.0
    It was pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could use a serious upgrade including double glazing

    The lady at reception was very helpful Thanks Alexandra

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    It was the breakfast that was disappointing which probably explained why I was the only person in
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast coffee machines did not work either morning

    Room was excellent

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    room needs refurbishment ,carpet needs replacing and furniture old and marked

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The carpets in room bit tired ,and no de caf tea bags available in room

    Location and staff were great

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    8.0
    Great balue and location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It could do with upgrading

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Two night break fab location .. hotel a bit dated but spotless and staff so welcoming would definitely stay there again .. lovely breakfast and tea pots which is an excellent idea much better then small cups which need to be refilled ….

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    6.0
    Struggling
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very tired looking and and in places dirty. Our room was comfortable but again in need of a bit of tlc The breakfast wasn't good Food was cooked to within an inch of its life and obviously cooked well in advance we had to wait for fresh food to be cooked and even then there wasn't enough to go around. Having stayed at this hotel quite a lot over the years I feel it is struggling which is a shame. Still only one lift working which has been like this for far too long. Come on Dragon hotel !

    Good location Polite staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    7.0
    Great location and very friendly staff just needs to be refurbed a bit
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property needs a refurb to bring it back to its obvious opulence

    Easy to use all the usual necessities car parking etc Room was pleasant if a little scruffy

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    6.0
    The hotel is in a good location the staff are lovely and rooms are clean but do not get a room next to lift because all
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The photos are nothing like the hotel very disappointing

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    7.0
    One night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No bar, room was cold as no instructions for heating, Rooms and bathroom spotless but a bit tired

    The location, the staff, room cleanliness, breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor lift facilities

    Poor breakfast not much fresh fruit toast took a long time

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    7.0
    Nice hotel in a brilliant location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only one lift working, the working lift was often dirty. Bed was slightly uncomfortable, felt like we had two single mattresses together instead of a double.

    Great location in the centre of the town, staff were lovely. Room was spacious and clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    Wales Visit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is a bit tired and dated and needs a refurb as it showed in my room , it was clean and comfortable.

    Central position of the hotel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    6.0
    OK ish
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room a little tired looking and the carpet shabby

    Perfect location for the theatre

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel is a bit dated and a tad dreary.

    Staff were very friendly and the location is fantastic.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    8.0
    Reasonable price in excellent location and the staff made up for the dated decor.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The foyer on level 3 really stinks of cigarette smoke which was horrible and depressing making a very bad first impression- I guess it must be in the carpet. But the bedroom itself smelled fine. The air conditioning was cold, but daughter was able to resolve this by googling the manual. Clear instructions beside the controls would help the less IT literate guests.

    Staff were excellent and warm and helpful. The rooms were comfy and clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    8.0
    A true value for money surprise. Would definitely return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - a very satisfactory overnight stay

    All good. Clean, tidy, well-equipped and well priced. Previous reviews talk of it being a little tired which may be true but we’ve stayed in much worse and paid double and triple the rate.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    7.0
    It was phenomenal
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi wasn’t the best. It wouldn’t work for long, always had to use cellular data.

    Location was amazing, near to town and the beach, would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    7.0
    Great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Over priced, sink in bathroom blocked, toilet flush broken/or worked when it wanted & no instructions for the room itself air conditioning so couldn’t figure out heating VERY COLD NIGHT WIFI password and etc No tv channels - signal at all Not a duvet either just sheets

    24 hr

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    friendly helpful staff good breakfast good location

    Stayed in February 2024

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