The Riverhouse
59 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff · B&B
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A B&B on Cardiff's Fitzhamon Embankment, a short walk from Cardiff Central, with spotless shared bathrooms and a self-check-in setup that suits independent travellers.
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About The Riverhouse
Cardiff's Fitzhamon Embankment sits within easy reach of the city centre, and it's here that The Riverhouse offers straightforward, well-kept B&B accommodation. Cardiff Central station is close by, making this a practical base for anyone arriving by train or exploring the city on foot, with the Weston Seaquarium among the local points of interest nearby.
Rooms are clean and comfortable, including family and accessible options, and guests share bathrooms that are kept spotless along with communal kitchens that are equally well maintained. Breakfast is included, and there's free WiFi throughout, plus a garden and outdoor seating for relaxing away from the room, along with a games room for something more sociable. Check-in and check-out are handled through a simple self-service process, backed by 24-hour reception and staff who are on hand to help when needed.
Beyond the property, guests have easy access to nearby pubs, bars and restaurants, along with entertainment, watersports and a golf course in the surrounding area. The Riverhouse works well for those after good value and a convenient location rather than a full-service hotel experience.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
We stayed here on and off over 4 weeks while we traveled around Wales. After travelling for the last 12 months it was hands down the best accommodation I have ever stayed at. Pricing was very affordable, smart TVs in each room were great, rooms and shared areas were cleaned regularly and were all very tidy. Shared bathrooms were always spotless. If I could leave more stars I would. Very close to the city and the self-check in process was perfect. Please book directly as you will support the local owners Abi and Charlie. 11/10. I would recommend this place to literally everyone.
5 months ago · via Google
Super friendly, efficient, helpful great communication from booking through to leaving, clean and great location for exploring Cardiff. Recommend contacting and booking directly for best prices. Really good to have access to shared kitchen and dining room, although breakfast is available if preferred. Thanks to Abi and Charlie and the cleaning team for making our stay so comfortable. Definitely will recommend and hopefully come back sometime!
3 weeks ago · via Google
This was my 2nd time staying at this lovely guesthouse and I will go back again. The location is perfect, just a 5-10 mins walk from Bute Park, the castle and town centre. The rooms are immaculate with super comfy beds - it wasn't a problem using a shared bathroom as they are kept extremely clean. The shared kitchen/dining area is nice and there's even a nice little garden out the back to enjoy your breakfast in. The staff (both in person and via whatsapp) are friendly and responsive. Just made my stay in Cardiff so easy and comfortable, thoroughly recommend.
3 weeks ago · via Google
Excellent location in the heart of Cardiff, easy to walk from train or bus station. Private double room was clean and comfortable, with shared bath very nearby. Rooms and bathrooms were all nicely clean. Kitchen to share was clean, nice to have a refrigerator. Breakfast selection was OK, but minimal fresh fruit (just bananas). Things like oil, and salt and pepper were in a cupboard on the side of kitchen-had to dig for them. Overall excellent value, I'd stay again!
2 months ago · via Google
Guests mention this guest house offers clean, comfortable rooms and spotless shared bathrooms, along with well-maintained communal kitchens. They also highlight the excellent value for money and the convenient self-check-in and check-out process. Visitors appreciate the attentive and helpful staff.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 59 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, CF11 6AN Get directions
- Property type
- B&B
- Location
- 59 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Cardiff