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YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Utilita Arena Cardiff in Cardiff

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Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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East Tyndall Street, Cardiff, Wales, CF10 4BB
  • Place, Utilita Arena Cardiff
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Wales Millennium Centre
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Cardiff Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only (Sleeps 4, Shared Bathroom)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only (Sleeps 4, Shared Bathroom)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleeps 4, Shared Bathroom)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Double Room (Ensuite) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room (Ensuite)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private Ensuite)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private Ensuite double bed )

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room (4 Bed Private Ensuite 2 double beds)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (5 Bed Private Ensuite Double bed)

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cardiff

Heart of Cardiff.Within a 15-minute walk of this Butetown hostel, you'll find Utilita Arena Cardiff and University of South Wales, Cardiff Campus. Cardiff Metropolitan Cathedral of St David and Capitol Shopping Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wales Millennium Centre - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Cardiff Bay - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Cardiff Bay Waterfront - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Bar - John Lewis - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Cafe by Benugo - ‬13 min walk

About this property

YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel

Hostel near Utilita Arena Cardiff in Cardiff
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an elevator. Self parking is free.

This Cardiff hostel is smoke free.

  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel offers 89 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

Property is also known as

YHA Cardiff Central Hostel
YHA Cardiff Central
YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel Cardiff
YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel to the airport?

YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel is 14.4 mi (39-min drive) away from the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel.

How close is YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 9.6 mi (35-min drive) from Barry Island Beach and 4.3 mi (9-min drive) from Pennarth Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel have a pool?

YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel to downtown Cardiff?

YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel is 0.8 mi away from Cardiff.

YHA Cardiff Central - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 316 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 316 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 316 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 316 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 316 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

A

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid

I had a really bad customer experience here and I will at all costs. The ‘team leader’ on site was a bit of a bully and aggressive. I will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
High-Quality. Amazing price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2nd time we have stayed staff were very friendly and helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great bargain!

For the price of about £10 a night, my 5 days went very well. Not too loud, bathroom in room and plug sockets at my bed. Will stay again and have recommended to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. This hostel will become my first choice for a stay in Cardiff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

ben

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

not very helpful - avoid

I cancelled with plenty of notice and was refused option to move dates or refund my costs. Not very helpful or understanding. I had a sick relative that could not attend so we wanted to move dates. Awful customer service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, free parking . Peaceful . It would have been nice to have tea and coffee facilities in the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Private rooms more like hotel standard than hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cheap and excellent location for city centre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ENILSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SUPREMO

Trata-se de um hostel diferenciado, fenomenal. Atendimento supremo. O staff é muito competente e altamente gabaritado. Os quartos possuem APENAS 2 beliches e banheiro privativo com chuveiro excelente.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
とても良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great Youth hostel. It is a short fifteen minute walk to the centre of Cardiff, we stayed there for a gig at Motor point Arena, Taxi back was just £5.00. Breakfast was really good hot and plentiful, Overall fantastic value for money. We were in a double room with En suite which was great bed comfy. Options of cooking your own food or restaurant great idea. Communal area to sit and enjoy a coffee. Brilliant cheap weekend away.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, free parking and extremely helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Shocking attitude

Terrible service from reception when rang to enquire about left belongings. Was not interested and did not care with a blasé attitude.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ENILSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ESPLÊNDIDO

Staff altamente gabaritado e muito qualificado. Hostel que mais lembra hotel. Tudo maravilhoso. Instalações fantásticas. Café da manhã magnífico por 7 libras. Cozinha muito bem equipada. Banheiro excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant price - perfect if you're not fussy and just want a bed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel (take your own towels!)

We would definitely recommend staying here - the room was great and service great. Our only real frustration was not being informed by Hotels.com that there are no towels and that you either bring your own or rent them for £2 each. So we had to pay when we could have just brought our own (which would have been fine for us). Breakfast was about £6.50 each, for cooked breakfast, cereal, juice, coffee/tea, pastries, etc. Good value!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Emran

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not stay at this place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Considering the cost, I found the hotel very comfortable and had no faults during our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not in town

This hostel is a good 20 mins walk out of town and there is nothing around it which is very annoying because I didn’t feel comfortable walking back at night. Other than that it is a nice hostel. Clean rooms, nice staff and just generally comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean youth hostel but lacks public transport

Due to availability, we booked 3 different private ensuite rooms for our 5 nights' stay. The 3 ensuite rooms we stayed in were in good condition and comfortable. We suggest that one or two more lights can be added to the room to make it brighter. We used its communal kitchen to cook some meals and found it well-equipped. Whenever we change our room, we need to store our 2 suitcases in the luggage locker at a charge of £4 for a big locker that can store 1 suitcase. To save the luggage storage costs, we asked the reception staff to help follow up with the cleaning team to get our next room ready around noon so that we can check in to the next room and move our luggage here. We appreciated that the reception staff were willing to make this arrangement. The youth hostel is quite far away from the city centre. We had to walk more than 30 minutes with heavy luggage from the Castle Street Coach Stop to the youth hostel as there were no buses to the youth hostel. It will be more convenient for guests who drive their cars to the hostel. Guests who don't like or are not capable of walking a lot should consider if this hostel suits their needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Chair in my Room 336 The arm rest was broken which needs changing. The Lamps by the side of the bed are too close to were you sleep and when I woke up in the night to have a drink I did hit my head.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needing a fact check...

The details given for how close they are to things are not correct on hotels.com or another site as I would find out from another person staying in the room. Apparently they have moved from a previous location and have not updated those details. I would not have booked the room had I known that I would need a vehicle. It was very inconvenient. If you are driving, it is fine. Everything was clean and service was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
i did not like the light switch with your card. It is not practicable with a shared room
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019