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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.

Location. Cleanliness and friendly staff...venue was very clean ..welcoming atmosphere...

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6.9
Review score
2,288 reviews
Price from
285 Kč
per night

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.

The hotel is very close to the train station and bus stop. I can go anyway i want to go any time without stress. The hotel is in the heart of cardiff

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6.2
Review score
1,315 reviews
Price from
311 Kč
per night

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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

  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,288 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
  • Avg. price/night: 6,018.43 Kč
    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
  • Avg. price/night: 4,007.48 Kč
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 714 reviews
    Safe parking. Secure great location. Quiet on night
    Catherine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: 1,960.49 Kč
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,873 reviews
    The room we got for the price, was great. Granted, it was a little small but it was more than worth it for the price. Felt a little vulnerable with there only being a sliding wall for the toilet door, but understood that this was necessary for the small box style budget room that the hotel is going for. The location was perfect, right by the station and close to the city centre which is exactly what we wanted. This hotel is great for those who just want a cheap and clean bed to stay in after a night out in the city.
    Erin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: 2,309.35 Kč
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,413 reviews
    highly recommend this hotel! Great location and friendly staff. The room was spacious and the bed was really comfortable. I normally find hotel wifi slow but the wifi was great! I parked on site and felt my car was safe. There are very little car parking spots however there were always a few available during my stay. I will definitely be staying again and recommending to friends :)
    Millie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 2,573.15 Kč
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,518 reviews
    Great location. Helpful staff. Cheap compared with more high-end places like the Hilton or Park Plaza.
    Claudia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: 3,406.36 Kč
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,172 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
  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,288 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
  • Avg. price/night: 1,158.42 Kč
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8,706 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
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,384 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