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The best hostels in Cardiff

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Mrs Potts, hostel in Cardiff

Conveniently set in the centre of Cardiff, Mrs Potts provides free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is situated less than 1 km from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus, a 13-minute walk from Cardiff University and 9.4 km from Cardiff Bay. The property is non-smoking and is located 400 metres from St David's Hall.

The hostel features certain rooms that include city views, and each room has a shared bathroom with a shower. Guest rooms have bed linen.

It’s a clean a lovely hostel, everything was good, and the location is great!

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6.8
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2,336 reviews
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£11
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BunkHouse, hostel in Cardiff

Boasting a garden, a shared lounge as well as a bar, BunkHouse is situated in the centre of Cardiff, 300 metres from Principality Stadium. The property is located less than 1 km from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus, a 14-minute walk from Cardiff University and 9.3 km from Cardiff Bay. The accommodation features nightclub and free WiFi.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Cardiff Castle, St David's Hall and Motorpoint Arena Cardiff. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 20 km from BunkHouse.

I loved the staff and safety in the bedrooms.

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6.2
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1,345 reviews
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£12.96
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Cardiff

  • Luxury Cardiff City Centre Apartments

    Luxury Cardiff City Centre Apartments

    Hostel in Cardiff
    Avg. price/night: £311.96
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 291 reviews
    Great location, spotlessly clean and spacious. Well supplied with essentials and very safe and secure. Great communication from the host about access and things to do locally.
    Sarah
    Group
  • Hotel Indigo - Cardiff, an IHG Hotel

    Hotel Indigo - Cardiff, an IHG Hotel

    Hostel in Cardiff
    Avg. price/night: £124.65
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,178 reviews
    Extremely friendly staff, especially at reception and Amedeo in the bar/restaurant. We had a high-quality (albeit not cheap) dinner and breakfast was decent, including freshly cooked options. The location is safe and convenient, and our room was quiet, as it was not street-facing.
    Hugo
    Young couple
  • Entire 2 Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment - With Parking - Cardiff City Centre

    Entire 2 Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment - With Parking - Cardiff City Centre

    Hostel in Cardiff
    Avg. price/night: £179
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 31 reviews
    The location was very near to the city and the stadium, which was very great. It took us like 5-10 min to get into the city. The street is a little bit shabby but there where no problems at all. The Host was very nice and also told us everything we need to know. No Problems at all! If you are looking for a cheap stay or have a low budget. i would definitly recommend.
    Richard
    Group
  • ibis Cardiff Gate - International Business Park

    ibis Cardiff Gate - International Business Park

    Hostel in Cardiff
    Avg. price/night: £72.98
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,558 reviews
    Cheap and a great location for myself.
    Kaine
    Solo traveller
  • Mrs Potts

    Mrs Potts

    Hostel in Cardiff
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,336 reviews
    Great location, basic but what you expect from a inexpensive hostel, good sized beds that you can close with a curtain for real privacy, and a good sized under bed locker.
    Patrick
    Solo traveller
  • Beautiful river views: 2 bed / 2 bath modern flat

    Beautiful river views: 2 bed / 2 bath modern flat

    Hostel in Cardiff
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    Great location within 30 minute walk of Cardiff centre with lovely views towards the bay. Very spacious living area, comfortable beds and easy parking. Neighbourhood felt safe.
    Lady Penelope
    Family with young children
  • Hotel Indigo - Cardiff, an IHG Hotel

    Hotel Indigo - Cardiff, an IHG Hotel

    Hostel in Cardiff
    Avg. price/night: £124.65
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,178 reviews
    Quiet room, comfortable bed, fantastic shower, great location, staff were very friendly and room was ready a little earlier than the scheduled 3pm check in. Breakfast was OK; parked in Sophia gardens for 3 days, £40 for 7 days but cheaper than the other NCP car parks even with a disount and a lot safer, 10 mins walk across the river.
    byron
    Young couple
  • Mrs Potts

    Mrs Potts

    Hostel in Cardiff
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,336 reviews
    They send you the front door and room door codes in advance and ask for a photo of your ID, so check in is swift. I arrived slightly early and was allowed to go to the room. The beds are the best hostel bunk beds I've found. You have a light, charger point and under bed storage. There is head room and even room to put things at the side of your bunk. The room is not cramped either. There are two female only dorms with two showers and one toilet completely separate.
    Laura
    Solo traveller
  • ibis budget Cardiff Centre

    ibis budget Cardiff Centre

    Hostel in Cardiff
    Avg. price/night: £89.38
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8,727 reviews
    Close to city centre basic and cheap room gold for backpackers that want slightly more than just a hostel. Wouldn't recommend if traveling with more than just a partner/child.
    Matthew
    Family with young children
  • Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

    Cardiff Sandringham Hotel

    Hostel in Cardiff
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,436 reviews
    the location for central cardiff was excellent, A cheap stay at a great location, clean rooms but outdated, but I didnt expect a 5 star hotel, as the price was supurb, Would highly recomend for a great nights sleep after a night out in cardiff
    angela
    Young couple
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