Newly refurbished we sit beside the Millennium Stadium, on the banks of the River Taff. In a quiet location, all major attractions are within short walking distance from our doorstep.In our 120 year old Victorian townhouse, we invite our fellow travellers to relax to music while reading our many books, enjoy a film in our lounge and surf our super fast free wireless internet.Our fully quipped kitchen is free for guests to indulge in some of their own home comforts. The bathrooms are individual so you can lock the door behind you and have your own facilities in total privacy - just like home.We appreciate the importance of clean facilities, so you will notice we will be cleaning all day long.- Free Breakfast- Free Individual Lockers and Locks- Free Linens and Duvets- Free Coffee and Tea All Day- Free Wireless Internet connection- Free Access to Guide Books, Book Exchange and DVD Library- Free Maps and Advice- Free Satalite TV and Films- I-Pod station, Mobile Phone Charging, Wii, and Bedlights.... and did we mention The Riverhouse was the number 1 hostel in the UK in 2008, 2009 and 2010!Please note we do not accept bookings for more than 6 people at weekends and will not be able to accommodate multiple bookings which exceed this number.
Traveler Reviews
“Looking forward to coming back”
Reviewed on April 10, 2025
Fantastic location everything in walking distance. Spotlessly clean. I'm looking forward to coming back. I have mobility issues and called and explained, and they swapped my room no hassle...
“The perfect central location: Cosy, friendly, modern, clean….ticked all our boxes!”
Reviewed on March 17, 2025
What an absolute gem of a place. 2 nights for the rugby. Couldn’t have been any better placed for the game, the train station and the bright lights of the city…Facilities were great with secure...
“Best place to stay for Solo travelers”
Reviewed on March 13, 2025
I often go to Cardiff on my own, and always stay at the Riverhouse. This time, I took my Brother with me and we stayed in a top room with 2 beds. The Hostel is clean, convenient and comfortable. The...
From the Central Train and Bus Station:Walk straight ahead onto Wood Street, turn left and go over the bridge. Take an immediate right onto Fitzhamon Embankment.We are the last house on the left facing the river and stadium.If coming by Megabus :From facing the Castle, turn left down Castle St, go over the Castle St Bridge, turn left onto Coldstream Terrace and follow the river dowm to Fitzhamon Embankment. We are on the right facing the river.From Cardiff International Airport :Take the X91 bus to the city centre or take a taxi which is 20 mins and should cost £25 approx.