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Austins Self Service Guest House

3.0 star property
Travelers stay connected with in-room WiFi while exploring Cardiff's top attractions - Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, and International Arena

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Austins Self Service Guest House puts visitors in Cardiff's center with a convenient home base. The property offers in-room WiFi and sits within easy walking distance of major landmarks like Principality Stadium, Cardiff Castle, and the International Arena.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
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Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
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Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Riverside, a neighbourhood in Cardiff, Austins Self Service Guest House is in the entertainment district and on a river. Cardiff Castle and Blackfriars Priory are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include TeamSport Cardiff and Techniquest. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Principality Stadium or Cardiff Arms Park.
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Map
11 Coldstream Terrace, City Centre, Cardiff, Wales, CF11 6LJ

What's nearby

  • Bute Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sophia Gardens - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cardiff University - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Utilita Arena Cardiff - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tiny Rebel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Gatekeeper - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mad Dog Brewery Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maison De Boeuf - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yummy Yummy - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Austins Self Service Guest House

Guest house near Cardiff Castle
Close to Principality Stadium, Austins Self Service Guest House has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Austins Self Service Guest House include amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

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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

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 (820 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

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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

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Austins Guesthouse House Cardiff
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Austins Guesthouse Cardiff Wales
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Frequently asked questions

Is Austins Self Service Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Austins Self Service Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Austins Self Service Guest House?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Austins Self Service Guest House located?

Located in Riverside, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Castle. Principality Stadium and Cardiff Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cardiff Central Station is 10 minutes by foot and Cardiff (CFW-Cardiff Train Station) is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

Austins Self Service Guest House Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 344 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy access to the guest house and my room with a code. Very convenient location for attending an event at the Utilita arena. Regarding cleanliness there were some issues:-the carpets in the room and hallways are dirty, very worn chair in my room, dirt on wall and very dark stains on duvet and mattress protector that can be seen through the sheets. The bathroom facilities all looked very clean. Overall it’s a nice guesthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness

Well run budget guest house near city

Great guest house if you're on a budget. Certainly no frills, all self service but clean and well run place. V near city centre also
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Urwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, cheap hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Masako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
convenient, safe place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simple and basic, but sufficient and convenient!

Despite initial problems gaining an access code, I had a pleasant stay in a simple, no nonsense room with all that was needed. Central location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Spacious room and very comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Katherina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Could be better

The staff and especially Kenan were always helpful and very friendly on the phone. The rooms are clean but the partitions between rooms as so thin that in the rooms with shared bathrooms, in one of the accommodations, everything that happens in the next room can be heard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fab place

Simple room but did the job. Convenient location and easy to check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

Great apartment when made up for two rooms

Stayed here for Oasis opening night so it was much more expensive than usual - wasn't everything! Super close to the stadium. Very clean. Didn't get the pre-arrival email but called the emergency line at the front door and was given the codes - really nice chap on customer service who was really helpful. Was expecting a two room apartment so he immediately sent someone over to make up the double sofa bed in the lounge. Has everything you need. Would use again if going to Principality Stadium.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

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

Great value for money

We were so happy with our accommodation. It was perfectly located within walking distance to the coach station and castle, as well as the main shopping precinct. Our family room was gigantic and massive value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sion

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Comfortable but needlessly cold!

Comfortable room, as usual, except that the radiator didn’t work and there was no other form of heating on a very cold night!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rukayat

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

Cardiff

Location and price wise it was good. The WiFi didn’t reach in the room and it had a damp smell. The choice of room was comfy and it had what you needed. Overall the stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Central, cost effective!

It's very reasonably priced and in a perfect central location. Central enough to walk around but not on the main street, so a quiet night sleep is guaranteed! Only downside is the slightly off smell of the carpets/exterior (a couple of plug in air freshners would make a huge difference!) will happily stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geneliza

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good location - walkable to the city center. The room is good, clean, and spacious. There's no parking available. You have to park in a metered street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Get the en-suite/extras room

Having the option of this room made my life so much easier, plus the location… the only reason I took off a star was because of the bed, they need to change the bases round as the one at the top of the bed was broken, which didn’t really help my sciatica, but apart from that, would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to town and felt safe ,room needs decorating and shower head wouldn't stay up on required hight,Devan base was dirty and frayed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was as expected and bed comfortable but the window leaked onto the bed and the shower was mouldy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Penelope

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A short walk from the train station and close to the park, the location was ideal. The room was a little run down but everything was clean. The shared toilet was not as clean, but was ok, not that close to the room. The check in was easy - useful that you can arrive or leave at anytime. It is good value and practical overall. I didn't see any staff but everything went smoothly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Aline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good bed to rest and clean towels

If you até booked on Austins 2 be aware that there are no kitchen facilities. There is onde bathroom tô ne shared with at least 10 rooms which can be sometimes busy. Otherwise, Thais self check in accomodatiom was clean and confortable to stay 1 or 2 days If you stay all day out. There are no kitchen facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

A cheap night’s stay, nothing more

Pros: good location, close to the station and easy to get to. Very clear check in instructions. Cheap price and decent cleanliness. Comes with tea making facilities. There’s heating in the room. Cons: small room, none of the sockets in my room worked (so couldn’t make tea even though a kettle was provided). Bad soundproofing - could hear upstairs watching something till well past midnight!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Alexis

Liked: Room comfort
Room was conveniently located for Principality, and infact overlooked it. Self check in instructions were accurate. Room itself, the bed was comfy. However my biggest issue was not having any contact number to deal with an issue I had, namely no power to kettle, hairdryer or TV. If you do self check in then you need to provide contact details for any out of hours issues. Hence only providing 3 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay perfect for our needs,will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023