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WiseStay

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Cardiff, steps from Principality Stadium

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Comfortable room with a large bed, two additional beds, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.
Cozy retreat with a functional desk, flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating area.
Enter a cozy hallway with a carpeted floor leading to a door at the end, featuring a radiator, shelf, and mirror.
Bathroom features a sink, mirror, toilet, and soap dispenser, with a tile-patterned wall.
Stunning two-story building with a central entrance and symmetrical facade.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £68
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Room options

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L | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

L

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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XL | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

XL

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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XS | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

XS

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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M | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

M

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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S | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

S

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment, Cardiff, Wales, CF11 6AN

What's nearby

  • Cardiff Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. David's - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cardiff International Arena - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cardiff University - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Principality Stadium - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fuel Rock Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪BrewDog Cardiff - ‬9 min walk

About this property

WiseStay

Guest house near Principality Stadium
Close to Cardiff Castle and Cardiff University, WiseStay has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at WiseStay offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Polish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 11.50 per day)
  • Street parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 11.50 per day (33 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a smoke detector and window guards
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is WiseStay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at WiseStay?

As of 29 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WiseStay on 18 Aug 2025 start from £68.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at WiseStay?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at WiseStay?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is WiseStay located?

Located in Riverside, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Sophia Gardens, Principality Stadium and Cardiff Castle. Cardiff Bay and Cardiff University are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cardiff Central Station is 6 minutes by foot and Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) is 6 minutes.

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WiseStay Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 196 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and professional helpful staff. I've stayed at a couple of premiere inns and this one was by far the best. Not only was the layout really good and facilities not just rescrited to the rooms but overall design spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff assistance!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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

Shaun

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cardiff accommodation

The place is ideally situated not far from the main streets for shopping, restaurants and pubs. Car parking is easy in the street, £14 for 24hrs. Our room was a nice size with a very comfortable bed, but the only complaint was the awful smell from the shower/toilet as the drains needed a serious clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Ninel

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

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

Verified traveller

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

4/10 Poor

Rodgers

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Could be better

Check in was fine. Stated WiFi in my room couldn’t even be found on the search. Water could be heard running through pipes the whole night which made sleeping nearly impossible.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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

6/10 Okay

CW

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

Great location, but weird the facilities

Great location, staff are nice. But the hot water is very unstable, never hot enough, even though I have to switch it on 25 minutes prior, which is waste of water. I have requested a king bed, but they have only put 2 twin beds together which is not very comfortable. They charged ￡5 for luggage storage, which usually i have offered dor free in other hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

martin

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

8/10 Good

Rowan

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

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

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miné

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

NHUNG THI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hing Ke Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gianny

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
O conforto, limpeza e localização foram ótimos porém, ficamos no apartamento nunero 1 ao lado da rua e da porta de entrada de todos os hospedes( é necessario digitar para ter acesso a propriedade) então, fora o barulho da rua ainda tem barulho dos hospedes digitando o código de acesso e falando alto madrugada a fora!!! Um horror!!! Impossivel dormir!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024