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WiseStay

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Cardiff, steps from Principality Stadium

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Superior King/Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Single Room | Bathroom shower
Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Superior King/Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, Wales, CF11 6AN
  • Place, Bute Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sophia Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardiff Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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XL | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

XL

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Superior King/Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King/Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Superior Single Room with River View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Single Room with River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Riverside, WiseStay is adjacent to Principality Stadium and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Cardiff Castle. The 14 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse include electric kettles and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Bute Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sophia Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Black Sheep Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Cardiff - ‬9 min walk

About this property

WiseStay

Guesthouse in Cardiff, steps from Principality Stadium
Guests of WiseStay have access to free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 11.50 per day)
  • Street parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 11.50 per day (33 ft away)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at WiseStay?

WiseStay provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around WiseStay?

This guesthouse is situated in Riverside within a 10-minute walk of Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. You'll also find Cardiff Bay and Sophia Gardens less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at WiseStay?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does WiseStay include a casino at the property?

No, WiseStay doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at WiseStay?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does WiseStay have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does WiseStay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, WiseStay doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will WiseStay allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at WiseStay though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at WiseStay?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from WiseStay?

The closest major airport to WiseStay is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 13.6 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 21.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at WiseStay?

No, at WiseStay, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

WiseStay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 211 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very wise move to stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The WiseStays in Cardiff is a brilliant location. Walkable to the town centre and castle. It's also only a 25 mins walk to Cardiff Bay. So if you want to be in heart of town, this is the place. Also the street parking isn't too bad. I was able to find parking every time I needed to but it's not guaranteed. Street parking is paid 3.50 an hour from 8am-6pm Mon to Sat and 10am-6pm Sunday. The accommodation is a basic bed sit. An old terrace house where each room has been made into you sleeping accommodation for the evening. It's old and basic but everything was clean and in working condition. The whole place is practical with nothing fancy. I was impressed with their communication. It was all done via messages. Very proactive and good clear instructions to get in. So it's a good place, just a little old with nothing fancy to mention.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good quality lodgings.

Top-drawer in every way. Pleased to see the microwave and extra hot/cold drink available, too. Well organised room, comfortable although a slightly thicker mattress would be appreciated and detracted from the quality feel. The only down side I faced (and not much the hotel could do about it even if asked) was that when I opened my windows, the smell of weed being smoked by neighbours was pervasive and I had to close the windows on a warm night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

andre

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAN WAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

The location of the hotel is amazing, very close the Cardiff central station making it the best place to stay. The room is clean with no complicated check in/check out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria B

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little private gem in the heart of Cardiff

Comfortable stay, easy check-in, very kind and helpful front desk personnel and within 5-minute walk to Cardiff Castle, restaurants (Pasture and The Welsh House) and 8-minute walk to Bute Park! Best location, everything within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and professional helpful staff. I've stayed at a couple of premiere inns and this one was by far the best. Not only was the layout really good and facilities not just rescrited to the rooms but overall design spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff assistance!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miné

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ninel

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cardiff accommodation

The place is ideally situated not far from the main streets for shopping, restaurants and pubs. Car parking is easy in the street, £14 for 24hrs. Our room was a nice size with a very comfortable bed, but the only complaint was the awful smell from the shower/toilet as the drains needed a serious clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rodgers

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Could be better

Check in was fine. Stated WiFi in my room couldn’t even be found on the search. Water could be heard running through pipes the whole night which made sleeping nearly impossible.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

NHUNG THI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

CW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, but weird the facilities

Great location, staff are nice. But the hot water is very unstable, never hot enough, even though I have to switch it on 25 minutes prior, which is waste of water. I have requested a king bed, but they have only put 2 twin beds together which is not very comfortable. They charged ￡5 for luggage storage, which usually i have offered dor free in other hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great Central location to town, train station, tv reception wasnt great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little place

Brilliant little place to stay, good for just coming and going when you need without the hassle of keys. Parking was ok outside on the road. Very clean and tidy, just no hot water in the sink tap which was weird as you cant wash unless having a shower but overall great place to stay for a cheap short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ideal cost effective layover

Perfectly cost-effective option for an overnight stay/layover. You get exactly what you pay for however, the room's could really do with a fabric conditioner so there's no linger smoke smell which was off-putting and the reason why it's not getting full marks. Great central location opposite the stadium
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place but could do with a little work.

Loverly room nice and clean a couple of patches of mold in bathroom but tbh the room is so small and hot with no airflow it is not surprising. Checking in was a bit of fiasco staff really did not like being disturbed but was sorted after they read my checking in email and looking at their records
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Geraint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very close to the river taff and Millennium Stadium. Mattress was very hollow
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023