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The River House Backpackers


59 Fitzhammon Embankment, Cardiff CF11 6AN, Wales
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London, United Kingdom
25 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway New

it was a perfect stay!!! the owners were friendly, rooms were clean but cheap, breakfast was first class! They gave us cider on a Sunday! more

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Montreal, Canada
18 Nov 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed a couple of nights in Cardiff and were super excited with this hostel. Great location (in front of the Millenium Centre), nice staff, clean shared bathrooms. Breakfast was just what we needed and we felt right at home chatting with the other travellers. more

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5 of 5 stars
Cardiff, United Kingdom
29 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Family

Everything has been thought of - from the kitchen to the lounge, rooms and outside. Abi and Charles put on a breakfast better than most hotels and supplied information on where to eat to how to get somewhere. I took my Mum and Dad (50's) and they thoroughly enjoyed staying there. more

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Aussie on holidays
29 Sep 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Riverhouse Backpackers. Our hosts were excellent. They couldn't do enough for us. Dorms and bathrooms were clean and beds comfortable. A great breakfast was provided and we were able to make coffee etc all day. WiFi was available and there was a nice outdoor seating area. Can highly recommend Riverhouse Backpackers as the place... more

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Cornwall
25 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Just returned from a fantastic weekend in Cardiff. When we arrived Charlie gave us a really warm welcome, we were made to feel as if nothing was too much trouble. The facilities were outstanding, not what we expected from a hostel at all. The dorm and bathrooms were spotlessly clean. An ideal location for us as we went to see... more

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5 of 5 stars
Ireland
13 Aug 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

This hostel was excellent, it was clean, comfortable and the staff could not have been more helpful. |t is in a great location for the Cardiff night life and just a 30 minute walk to Cardiff Bay. more

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ResearchTraveller
10 Aug 2009

I stayed here with a group of friends for a stag do. The location is excellent, just across the river from the Millenium Stadium and five minutes walk from some of Cardiff's best night life. We didn't use a taxi all weekend. The hostel is very welcoming, spotless and our rooms which were dorms for six were perfectly clean, simplistic... more

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5 of 5 stars
Italy
29 Jul 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

While we did have to give them cash deposits (that they did return when we returned the stuff) for towels, locks, rented videos, etc, which was a bit annoying, the place was welcoming and totally comfortable. Don't go there if you are allergic to cats (though there's only one hanging around). It gazes upon the unattractive Millennium Stadium, but is... more

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Vancouver BC
25 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Couples

This is the 8th hostel we've stayed at in the past 4 months, and we both felt it was one of the best, if not the very best out of all of them (and we've stayed at some of the top-rated hostels in the world!). First off, Charlie and Abi are great - they are always available and super helpful,... more

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Malaysia
24 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

This is my first time checking into a backpacker's hostel. I've got to say i'm impressed with it. Charlie is great in welcoming...very cheerful & friendly. Overall the place is clean, very neat & tidy. And when it comes to $$$, it's worth it. Most importantly it felt safe for a solo female traveler like me. more

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59 Fitzhammon Embankment, Cardiff CF11 6AN, Wales
Cardiff Speciality Lodging The River House Backpackers
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