WiseStay
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About this property
Guesthouse in Cardiff with free Wi-Fi and family rooms, just a short walk from Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle.
Location
Riverside, a neighborhood in Cardiff, is home to WiseStay. New Theatre and National Museum Cardiff are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Llanover Hall Arts Centre and Techniquest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Principality Stadium or Utilita Arena Cardiff.
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Luggage storage
Room options
2
Single Room
Room details
1 Single Bed
86 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
12
Double Or Twin Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
8
Deluxe Double Or Twin Room with River View
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
172 ft²
River ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
13
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
108 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
9
Superior Single Room with River View
Room details
1 Single Bed
108 ft²
River ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
Guest reviews of WiseStay
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 39 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across reviews, WiseStay is praised for its central Cardiff location near the castle and station, straightforward code-based check-in, and generally clean, practical rooms that suit short stays and budget travelers seeking a simple base.
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Across reviews, WiseStay is praised for its central Cardiff location near the castle and station, straightforward code-based check-in, and generally clean, practical rooms that suit short stays and budget travelers seeking a simple base.
Rooms are often small and basic, with thin walls and some comments about noisy plumbing or outside disturbances. A few guests reported maintenance quirks such as unstable hot water, occasional bathroom odors, and worn walls, while others mentioned comfortable beds and useful in-room tea and coffee. Overall, expect a no-frills stopover that works best for short city visits.
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Facilities
Basic amenities like in-room tea and coffee are noted; several guests used paid street parking nearby, which is not guaranteed. Multiple reviews mention inconsistent hot water or no hot water at the sink.
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Oliver
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
4
Rodgers
13 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
Rowan
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, 5 minute walk from city centre and castle. We had a medium room which was very small (enough room to just about walk round the bed with 1 small suitcase). Suited us as we only used the room to sleep. For the price we paid you couldn't really fault it. Tea/coffee in the room and also near reception with take out cups. The only thing I'd suggest to improve it is a lick of paint as the walls in the room were very damaged - this would make the rooms feel more cared for and give an overall better impression. I'd stay again and I've recommended to my parents (but a large room).
Great location, 5 minute walk from city centre and castle. We had a medium room which was very small (enough room to just about walk round the bed with 1 small suitcase). Suited us as we only used the room to sleep. For the price we paid you couldn't really fault it. Tea/coffee in the room and also near reception with take out cups. The only thing I'd suggest to improve it is a lick of paint as the walls in the room were very damaged - this would make the rooms feel more cared for and give an overall better impression. I'd stay again and I've recommended to my parents (but a large room).
6
Shaun
26 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Paul
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Was great Central location to town, train station, tv reception wasnt great
Was great Central location to town, train station, tv reception wasnt great
6
CW
19 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
George
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Anthony
30 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Richard
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
martin
27 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
My stop at wise stay cardiff was fine, it was only for 1 night, the room was very small but I only paid £40. It had coffee available, would not want to stay longer than 1 night because of the size of the room. It was clean and easy access via a code sent to me.
My stop at wise stay cardiff was fine, it was only for 1 night, the room was very small but I only paid £40. It had coffee available, would not want to stay longer than 1 night because of the size of the room. It was clean and easy access via a code sent to me.
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Cleanliness
Most reviewers found rooms clean and tidy. A few noted issues such as bathroom mold or drain odors.
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Louise
20 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was clean and well equipped, and the shower was good. It was noisy however - the walls are thin, and much detail of our 'neighbours', both to the side and above could be heard. I would, however book again, and hope it was a little less noisy.
The property was clean and well equipped, and the shower was good. It was noisy however - the walls are thin, and much detail of our 'neighbours', both to the side and above could be heard. I would, however book again, and hope it was a little less noisy.
8
Wayne
10 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
10
MAN WAI
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
Paul
27 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wisestay is close to the city centre, it's a 5 minute walk. The staff are friendly and helpful and the room was clean and tidy. Great for a weekend break.
Wisestay is close to the city centre, it's a 5 minute walk. The staff are friendly and helpful and the room was clean and tidy. Great for a weekend break.
6
Shaun
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
George
12 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Joe
29 May 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Very small room but clean and a great location. Would stay again.
Very small room but clean and a great location. Would stay again.
10
Anthony
30 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
paul
17 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was clean and tidy and nice and warm, nice hot shower, good job. Could have done with some coat hooks on the wall and maybe sound proofed but overall pretty good.
Our room was clean and tidy and nice and warm, nice hot shower, good job. Could have done with some coat hooks on the wall and maybe sound proofed but overall pretty good.
10
Gemma
29 May 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location for concert and city center. Room small but perfect for somewhere to sleep. Perfectly clean and great to have en suite.
Perfect location for concert and city center. Room small but perfect for somewhere to sleep. Perfectly clean and great to have en suite.
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Rooms
Rooms are mostly small and simple, though a few were described as spacious or comfortable. Recurring comments mention thin walls, noisy pipes, soft or hollow mattresses, and two twins pushed together instead of a true king.
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Oliver
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
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Louise
20 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was clean and well equipped, and the shower was good. It was noisy however - the walls are thin, and much detail of our 'neighbours', both to the side and above could be heard. I would, however book again, and hope it was a little less noisy.
The property was clean and well equipped, and the shower was good. It was noisy however - the walls are thin, and much detail of our 'neighbours', both to the side and above could be heard. I would, however book again, and hope it was a little less noisy.
4
Rodgers
13 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
Rowan
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, 5 minute walk from city centre and castle. We had a medium room which was very small (enough room to just about walk round the bed with 1 small suitcase). Suited us as we only used the room to sleep. For the price we paid you couldn't really fault it. Tea/coffee in the room and also near reception with take out cups. The only thing I'd suggest to improve it is a lick of paint as the walls in the room were very damaged - this would make the rooms feel more cared for and give an overall better impression. I'd stay again and I've recommended to my parents (but a large room).
Great location, 5 minute walk from city centre and castle. We had a medium room which was very small (enough room to just about walk round the bed with 1 small suitcase). Suited us as we only used the room to sleep. For the price we paid you couldn't really fault it. Tea/coffee in the room and also near reception with take out cups. The only thing I'd suggest to improve it is a lick of paint as the walls in the room were very damaged - this would make the rooms feel more cared for and give an overall better impression. I'd stay again and I've recommended to my parents (but a large room).
6
Geraint
7 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very close to the river taff and Millennium Stadium. Mattress was very hollow
Very close to the river taff and Millennium Stadium. Mattress was very hollow
6
CW
19 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Joe
29 May 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Very small room but clean and a great location. Would stay again.
Very small room but clean and a great location. Would stay again.
8
Richard
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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martin
27 May 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
My stop at wise stay cardiff was fine, it was only for 1 night, the room was very small but I only paid £40. It had coffee available, would not want to stay longer than 1 night because of the size of the room. It was clean and easy access via a code sent to me.
My stop at wise stay cardiff was fine, it was only for 1 night, the room was very small but I only paid £40. It had coffee available, would not want to stay longer than 1 night because of the size of the room. It was clean and easy access via a code sent to me.
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Gemma
29 May 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location for concert and city center. Room small but perfect for somewhere to sleep. Perfectly clean and great to have en suite.
Perfect location for concert and city center. Room small but perfect for somewhere to sleep. Perfectly clean and great to have en suite.
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Service
Check-in is generally easy and fast via codes, and many guests describe staff as friendly and helpful. Isolated complaints cite a difficult check-in interaction and a charge for luggage storage.
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Oliver
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
10
Bryan
2 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff assistance!
Great staff assistance!
10
Maria B
3 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
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CAROLE
19 Sept 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy check in with code. Room exactly as pictured. Beds comfortable
Easy check in with code. Room exactly as pictured. Beds comfortable
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Wayne
10 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
10
MAN WAI
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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CW
19 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
George
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
DAN
22 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Wise Stay staff allowed us to leave our suitcases in their care while we spent time touring Cardiff city center after we checked out. We are grateful for their kindness!
Wise Stay staff allowed us to leave our suitcases in their care while we spent time touring Cardiff city center after we checked out. We are grateful for their kindness!
10
David
18 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Location
Consistently praised as central and walkable to Cardiff Castle, the stadium, Bute Park, and the train station. A minority felt slightly outside the center, but most found it very convenient for sights and events.
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Oliver
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
Nice and centrally located hotel. Room was nice and spacious with Tea and Coffee making facilities, TV and a bathroom with shower. Everything one needs for a stay. Centre of town only 10 Minutes away on foot. Easy and fast check-in and out!
10
Maria B
3 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
10
MAN WAI
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Saige
6 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice, an area slightly out of city centre so may want to head back before it gets too dark, but great for the price.
Nice, an area slightly out of city centre so may want to head back before it gets too dark, but great for the price.
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Rowan
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, 5 minute walk from city centre and castle. We had a medium room which was very small (enough room to just about walk round the bed with 1 small suitcase). Suited us as we only used the room to sleep. For the price we paid you couldn't really fault it. Tea/coffee in the room and also near reception with take out cups. The only thing I'd suggest to improve it is a lick of paint as the walls in the room were very damaged - this would make the rooms feel more cared for and give an overall better impression. I'd stay again and I've recommended to my parents (but a large room).
Great location, 5 minute walk from city centre and castle. We had a medium room which was very small (enough room to just about walk round the bed with 1 small suitcase). Suited us as we only used the room to sleep. For the price we paid you couldn't really fault it. Tea/coffee in the room and also near reception with take out cups. The only thing I'd suggest to improve it is a lick of paint as the walls in the room were very damaged - this would make the rooms feel more cared for and give an overall better impression. I'd stay again and I've recommended to my parents (but a large room).
6
Shaun
26 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Paul
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Was great Central location to town, train station, tv reception wasnt great
Was great Central location to town, train station, tv reception wasnt great
6
Geraint
7 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very close to the river taff and Millennium Stadium. Mattress was very hollow
Very close to the river taff and Millennium Stadium. Mattress was very hollow
8
George
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Gemma
29 May 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location for concert and city center. Room small but perfect for somewhere to sleep. Perfectly clean and great to have en suite.
Perfect location for concert and city center. Room small but perfect for somewhere to sleep. Perfectly clean and great to have en suite.
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Wendy
24 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
It is clean. The location is convenient
It is clean. The location is convenient
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Arlene
18 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Helpful staff, he may not be able to give us information bout parking in the area but that’s ok we managed. Hotel is clean and tidy. Walk to the shops and restaurants is close by. The stadium itself is walkable which is very convenient. Will definitely book in the future.
Helpful staff, he may not be able to give us information bout parking in the area but that’s ok we managed. Hotel is clean and tidy. Walk to the shops and restaurants is close by. The stadium itself is walkable which is very convenient. Will definitely book in the future.
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Abdul
5 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Not good at all wouldn’t recommend unless last resort
Not good at all wouldn’t recommend unless last resort
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Jack
2 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
My room was maybe 6ft x 4ft. Bathroom was small. No where store stuff. No water pressure in shower cause building is old. Only good thing was across street from stadium.
My room was maybe 6ft x 4ft. Bathroom was small. No where store stuff. No water pressure in shower cause building is old. Only good thing was across street from stadium.
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Adam
28 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
I get it doesn't reach 35c plus many times in Wales, but the room was very hard to sleep in with just a cheap fan that moves warm air around, the prices we pay to stay you should invest in Aircon as it will work to warm air not just cool air...
I get it doesn't reach 35c plus many times in Wales, but the room was very hard to sleep in with just a cheap fan that moves warm air around, the prices we pay to stay you should invest in Aircon as it will work to warm air not just cool air...
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FAQs about WiseStay
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available at the property.
Is breakfast offered, and what are the details?
A buffet breakfast is offered at a cost of approximately GBP 3.50 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children. Breakfast is served during the property's operational hours.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 15:00, and check-out time is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details on room accessibility are not provided.
What is the location like in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Riverside, Cardiff, just a short walk from Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. It is also near cultural highlights like Animal Wall and New Theatre, and attractions such as Techniquest and The Gate Arts and Community Centre.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age requirement for children to stay for free.
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