WiseStay

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Cardiff, near Principality Stadium

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L | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
S | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, Wales, CF11 6AN
  • Sophia Gardens
    6 min walk
  • Bute Park
    7 min walk
  • Principality Stadium
    10 min walk
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    36 min drive

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Room options

L

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

XL

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bunk Bed

XS

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

M

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

S

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Located in Riverside, WiseStay is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. The 14 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse include electric kettles and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Principality Stadium - 10 min walk
  • Cardiff Castle - 10 min walk
  • Cardiff International Arena - 13 min walk
  • Cardiff Bay - 18 min walk
  • Cardiff University - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Riverside Farmers Market - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fuel Rock Club - ‬10 min walk

About this property

WiseStay

Guesthouse in Cardiff, near 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 to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles are also included.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Polish

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

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 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

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 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

Anchorage Guest House B&B Cardiff
Anchorage Guest House Cardiff
WiseStay Cardiff
WiseStay Guesthouse
Anchorage Guest House
WiseStay Guesthouse Cardiff

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 short 10-minute walk of Principality Stadium and also 10 minutes on foot from Cardiff Castle. You'll also find Cardiff Bay and Sophia Gardens less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at WiseStay?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

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.

Are there rooms with balconies at WiseStay?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at WiseStay.

WiseStay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 183 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 183 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rowan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
It was fine
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Saige

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, an area slightly out of city centre so may want to head back before it gets too dark, but great for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
No heating at night
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed as a family of four in the XL bunk bed room. The room was spacious, clean, and the beds were comfy. The room is next to the front door so can be a bit noisy but you expect a certain amount when in a hotel. As per other reviews the walls are a bit thin, but I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small but convenient
Tiniest room I've ever stayed in but fine for little me for three nights as overlooking river and just a few minutes walk into city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dámaso Arroyo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Para nosotros fue innovadora la forma de check in, sumamente limpio, ordenado, precio justo (para la zona donde estábamos). Repetiríamos
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

CAROLE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in with code. Room exactly as pictured. Beds comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022