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Reviews of The Grand Hotel 3 stars

Ivey Place, Swansea, SA1 1NX, United Kingdom

#12 of 21 hotels in Swansea

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 3259 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't think of anything I did not like about the hotel

    The hotel was clean and comfortable and the location was ideal

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money, comfortable and clean room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all good

    Convenient, cheap parking and overall nice hotel

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    8.0
    One night stay to attend a concert
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no room to store our luggage when we arrived and the reception wasn't constantly staffed so I was not convinced that leaving it at the desk (as suggested by the staff member we spoke to) was safe.

    Breakfast was delicious with plenty of options. Bed was extremely comfortable. The room was roomy, clean and comfortable. Plentiful supply of refreshments and toiletries.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    7.0
    Easy to find, good sized room
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Classic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds were a little soft

    Nice large room, some lights didn't work and there was water damage to the bathroom door.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    8.0
    Much better than anticipated
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only negative was the room view. We had scaffolding outside with a view of a bucket! 😂 And the air con was noisy so we turned it off at night.

    The foyer is welcoming, easy check in and friendly efficient staff. The room was really good, better than I was expecting. The decor was lovely, clean and the bed comfortable. The bar has lovely decor and drinks reasonably priced. Well situated next to the railway station and there's a car park to the side for £5 overnight. I would stay again without hesitation.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - You can hear noises from the main road at night - Bed and pillows are too soft

    - Good price for location - Friendly staff - Nice cleaning service on the daily basis - Tesco across the road working till 11 pm - Even visually seems to be one of the best hotels to stay in Swansea

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    7.0
    Great for train travellers visiting Swansea
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    You couldn't open a window so no fresh air at all. In fact the corridor had a smell artificial air freshener. It wasn't particularly warm weather, but the room always felt clammy. As a result didn't sleep at all well in either of my two nights stay. The air con was noisy. The outside max temp was 16 degrees so you shouldn't have needed a/c. All it needed was a window that could open an inch and let fresh air in. The thermostat in the shower was very slow in setting the temperature to the desired temperature. So ended up with either cold or scalding water quite often. NB I have stayed in the rooms at this hotel with a balcony before. They cost more but I would recommend these over the standard room which I wouldn't recommend

    Excellent location next to Swansea Rail Station and handy for all city centre amenities. Close to taxi rank, bus stops, city centre, marina and beach. Decent sized comfortable bed with toiletries provided and complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    7.0
    Friendly, clean and convenient but expect city centre noise levels.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Extreme road noise with heavy traffic giving way to what sounded like street racing later. The plumbing is unpredictable, having to run the water for ever until it’s cool enough to brush your teeth with and doesn’t keep an even temperature when you’re having a shower.

    The room was nice and clean. The hotel was extremely convenient for the train and inside was quiet with friendly staff and the location was perfect for exploring Swansea.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Comfortable beds

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    9.0
    Grand hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise from the road outside an electric fan in room would help as we could then have kept windows closed

    Location was perfect for us Easily accessible to town

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    8.0
    Good for a short stay, handy for the train station.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints

    It was okay for an overnight stay. Paid parking available close by.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful Hotel, Swansea best kept secret
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few small items of damage, the bathroom door had a couple of "dinks " in it like it had been hit with a hammer? Broken glass in one of the communal doors in the corridor, nothing major but noticeable.

    The room was spacious, which isn't always the case for solo travellers. It was beautifully clean with a decent sized bathroom, the staff were very helpful and the location was excellent. The bed was super comfortable and the bathroom was probably the best ld seen in any hotel lve stayed at. The Hospitality Tray actually had more than enough tea bags and milk, which is a rarity.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    7.0
    enjoyed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    some areas looked a bit tired

    food excellent staff very friendly

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    9.0
    Will return
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The check in was friendly and professional. The room was on the second floor very spacious and comfortable with a lovely bathroom. The staff in the bar /Restaurant were helpful and friendly the food was good and fairly priced. The room was exceptionally clean and had everything I needed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    8.0
    Very enjoyable stay and will return
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room very warm as cooling could only go down to 19.

    The location, breakfast, staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    8.0
    Very convenient stay for the grand theatre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was a bit dated.

    The location was very good for the train, and car parking. Quite central for the town too.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    7.0
    Great location, friendly and welcoming staff. Comfortable room and great air conditioning
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise at night

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like

    It was in the centre and close to everything. The rooms were clean and so comfy. The bed was huge. Lovely little balcony with a chair and table.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay and close to the train station.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice clean room. Close to the train station.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    7.0
    Acceptable for price, central
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location is pretty noisy as it's right next to the Central Station and there were a lot of drunk people about yelling. No parking at hotel but parking garage is right next door. Older, not renovated rooms are very dated.

    Overall nice hotel if one doesn't have too high expectations. The newly renovated rooms are nice and beds are comfy. The hotel bar is amazing and breakfast for 14GBP was plentyful with an option of hot breakfasts and a buffet. Cocktails were good in the evening.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress on bed needed changing( too thin,lumpy), breakfast was reasonable but needed something other than sour bread and a little or no rocket.

    Good room, staff very friendly,

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    8.0
    Viewing Uni
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    8.0
    Was exactly what we needed - and the breakfast was excellent!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bar was closed before 11pm on Sunday evening

    Really very close to the rail station

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic stay. Would definitely recommend and will definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the hotels fault really but it was really loud outside, could hear absolutely everything, which wasn’t great when trying to sleep. Maybe could invest in some thicker windows to sound proof the rooms? Other than that no other faults at all.

    A lovely, modern and clean hotel with extremely friendly staff. Food was absolutely superb too.

    Stayed in May 2024

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