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The Riverhouse

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

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Property entrance
Front of property
Daily continental breakfast (GBP 4.00 per person)
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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59 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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City Single Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Signature Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Signature Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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City Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

City Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Riverside, The Riverhouse is adjacent to Principality Stadium and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Cardiff Castle. Each of the 12 rooms at this bed & breakfast includes a dining area, a sitting area, and a refrigerator.
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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) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Riverhouse

Bed & breakfast in Cardiff, steps from Principality Stadium
The Riverhouse features free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. This smoke-free bed & breakfast also has a garden.
43-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. 8 bathrooms, dining areas, and sitting areas are also available. Bathrooms are shared.

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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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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)

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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Riverhouse?

The Riverhouse offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riverhouse?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riverhouse on Dec 2, 2025 start from $56.79, 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's there to see around The Riverhouse?

This bed & breakfast 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 there parking available at The Riverhouse?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Riverhouse include a casino?

No, The Riverhouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Riverhouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about The Riverhouse?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like Netflix as well as a terrace and a library.

Are there hot tubs at The Riverhouse?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Riverhouse have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Riverhouse offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Riverhouse allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at The Riverhouse?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from The Riverhouse?

The closest major airport to The Riverhouse is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is 11.7 mi away (33 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 The Riverhouse?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Riverhouse.

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