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The Riverhouse

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Cardiff, near Principality Stadium
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
City Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
59 FITZHAMON EMBANKMENT, Cardiff, Wales, CF11 6AN
  • Sophia Gardens
    6 min walk
  • Bute Park
    7 min walk
  • Principality Stadium
    10 min walk
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    33 min drive

Room options

View all photos for City Single Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

City Single Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

City Single Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hairdryer
8 bathrooms
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for City Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

City Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

City Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hairdryer
8 bathrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hairdryer
8 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for City Double Room, 1 Double Bed

City Double Room, 1 Double Bed

City Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hairdryer
8 bathrooms
  • 12.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Signature Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Signature Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Signature Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
Hairdryer
8 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Cardiff

At The Riverhouse you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. Highlights at this B&B include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden. Each morning to-go breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Near this Riverside B&B, you'll find Cardiff Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Principality Stadium - 10 min walk
  • Cardiff Castle - 10 min walk
  • Cardiff International Arena - 13 min walk
  • Cardiff Bay - 18 min walk
  • Cardiff University - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverside Farmers Market - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fuel Rock Club - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Riverhouse

Bed & breakfast in Cardiff, near Principality Stadium
The Riverhouse offers its guests a library, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Cardiff bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Riverhouse offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes desks. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Cardiff bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 11 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 4 for adults and GBP 4 for children

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately GBP 4.00 for adults and from GBP 4.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 11.00 per day (328 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

River House Hostel
The River House Hostel
The Riverhouse Cardiff
The Riverhouse Bed & breakfast
The Riverhouse Bed & breakfast Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Riverhouse?

The Riverhouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Riverhouse?

The closest beach to The Riverhouse is Barry Island Beach (11.7 km).

Does The Riverhouse serve breakfast?

Yep, to-go brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Riverhouse?

No, The Riverhouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Riverhouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Riverhouse?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Riverhouse Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Valerijs

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Room it self was ok. I would say average. In regards bathroom was dirty, I had to clean first before use it. In regards breakfast, not enough options. Only on first morning breakfast was great. Food kept replenished. Then at rest of the days of my stay with the family, breakfast was very limited. Never was replenished. I don’t recommend include breakfast when you stay. Even during the evening would not able to get cup of coffee. Owner kept locking coffee machine every time. Only good about this stay, wi-fi connection was great and tv options were phenomenal had absolutely everything what you want. However when you on holiday you trying always be outside to explore, Many thanks Regards Wolf
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Osman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to locate and the facility was neat. I enjoyed it and wish to come again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the river view and was always a restroom available. Good breakfast options!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, room layouts are odd tho with tvs where they cant be seen from the table or bed. Only spoke with staff on whatsapp and they were helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No personal welcome. Basic bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Hisayo

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

andie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
an unexpected stay
First the bad bits-its past history as an hostel clearly shows, especially when you notice staff only inhabit the property, thrice daily before leaving, causing mess to linger for upto six hours. As a matter of fact, the owners are only seen during breakfast for a short period, which can be frustrating if something goes wrong, like it did with me and you have no way of contacting them; There should be, in my experience of traveling, somebody knowledgeable enough on hand, for those like me, who require additional support or prefer analogue methods. Certain things could do with a bit of updating to post covid standards, not to mention, instructions regarding breakfast and other things made more clearer, but i have moaned enough, to make my review unbalanced, so I'll move on to the positives. Despite the shady, dreary, late 00's décor, I cant fault how secure and modern the building is, For an accommodation advertised as an B&B, i wasn't expecting beautiful views, self service and all streaming services included with the price; If i had more money, time and energy, it would have been no problem to stay the entirety simply in this hybrid stay. what staff i did mange to find, were a mixture of friendly, helpful and oppositely, hard to speak with, due to language barriers. overall, i will be wanting to come back later in the year for a do-over, which will be the first time since i was eleven, that i've made a return visit to a property
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the Place :)
My Riverhouse stay has been delightful and I enjoyed it. The property was near Cardiff Central Station and it is accessible to buses and other modes of transportation. It is also near tourist attractions like Cardiff Castle and the National Museum of Natural History. The place itself is clean, amenities are easily accessble and the self-check in was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mauro

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy stay!
The place is very well organised and kept in great condition! Location is also really good, by the water and stadium and super close to centre and stations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms and easy to find from the train station. Room was comfy and clean and staff were friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay
It was very enjoyable and the beds were comfy. Overall very good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really nice property in very convenient location within sight if Principality Stadium and Cardiff Central railway station. Room is compact with beds and few hangers but more tjan adequate for our stay. There were plenty of showers which were separate from rooms but plenty of them and never had to wait. Breakfast was great...help yourself and great selection and bery nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best b&bs in Cardiff.
Amazing place. The owners are really polite and so helpful. Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cleanliness was fine and the shared bathrooms were kept in a good state. The location was good - only a few minutes walk to the centre and half an hour to Cardiff Bay. However the other guests left me feeling quite isolated and intimidated - they took over the shared area and the lack of onsite staff meant that there was no oversight of how loud they were into the evening. The room boasted a TV with Firestick however the Wifi was so inconsistent that it wasn't really fit for purpose. Room was very hot, bed was comfortable and clean. I ended up booking a different hotel for the following night. Would be good for a group of younger travellers however not what I was looking for as a solo traveller.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable place to stay. Very clean too. Ample food for continental breakfast. Good sized room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value stay
Clean, nice kitchen and garden area, good location. Bed a bit hard for my liking. Very good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very near Cardiff castle , kind staff with lovely smile ^^ breakfast was good. Very clean . I'd like to stay here if I go to Cardiff !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff reception on arrival; ease of parking; minimalist room but clean, tidy and value-for-money ! Proximity to Principality Stadium, city Centre & Station - - -
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful location with easy walking access to the caste, downtown, Bute park and walks along the Taff. The hostel is sparkling clean including bathrooms and showers, with a great kitchen, friendly welcoming staff and lovely ambience. Great breakfasts. Nice to have a patio out at the back to sit and read or eat. Or chat with other guests. Overall : Stellar!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very boutiquish, clean and great atmpsphere. Close to everything and the breakfast was fantastic. The wifi, bed, showers and WC were tops 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019