The Riverhouse

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Cardiff, steps from Principality Stadium

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Property entrance
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Daily continental breakfast (GBP 4.00 per person)
Front of property
City Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
The Riverhouse is steps from Cardiff Castle and Cardiff International Arena. Guests can relax in the garden, browse the library, or use WiFi. Breakfast is served daily, and the quiet atmosphere is appreciated by returning visitors.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ¥7,369
¥8,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

Room options

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City Single Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
8 bathrooms
Hair dryer
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

City Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Hair dryer
8 bathrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Hair dryer
8 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

City Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
8 bathrooms
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Signature Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Hair dryer
8 bathrooms
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Riverside, a neighborhood in Cardiff, is home to The Riverhouse. St. David's Hall and Animal Wall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Parc All Weather Play and Techniquest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Principality Stadium or Swalec Stadium.
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CF11 6AN, Wales, Cardiff, 59 FITZHAMON EMBANKMENT

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. David's - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cardiff International Arena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cardiff University - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pret A Manger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Riverhouse

Bed & breakfast near Principality Stadium
Near Cardiff Castle and Cardiff University, The Riverhouse provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Riverhouse include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and coffee/tea makers
  • 8 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast 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 elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

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 within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is The Riverhouse pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riverhouse?

As of Sep 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riverhouse on Sep 22, 2025 start from ¥7,369, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Riverhouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Riverhouse?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Riverhouse located?

Located in Riverside, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Sophia Gardens, Principality Stadium, and Cardiff Castle. Cardiff Bay and Cardiff University are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cardiff Central Station is 6 minutes by foot and Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) is 6 minutes.

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