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NosDa Hostel

53 - 59 Despenser Street | Riverside, Cardiff CF11 6AG, Wales
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We were pretty happy with this hostel. The staff were friendly, it felt safe, the beds were comfortable (although mine was very creaky), the included breakfast was good and the location is pretty ideal - about 5 minutes from the city centre, so that everything is walkable, and yet far enough so it's not noisy. Being called a 'Studio Hostel'... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

I stayed here accompanying my son on his rugby tour. Fantastic location across the river from the Millennium Stadium and a very short walk from the city centre, yet on a quiet street. Rooms simple but clean, and even en suite, in a hostel. Friendly service and the very convivial bar is open late (but only keg beer - shame).... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

Location = Perfect. 5 minutes walk from the city centre with the clubs restaurants and bars. Customer Service = Lovely people who went out of their way to make sure everyone on my brother's stag had a good time. My cousin had ordered a pizza but we had to go out before he got it (we ordered late, our fault)... More

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Bridgend, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013 via mobile

We spent one night at Nosda, after a party. It was perfect for us, as it's situated right behind Millenium Stadium and the car park is free. It's a bit expensive for what it is inside, it is very very simple, the bathroom was very crap and small, but clean (as soon as u turn on the shower all the... More

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Essex UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

Group of 17 of us stayed here for my brothers stag weekend. We had 3x 6 bed dorms that worked really well for our group, the rooms are basic. But ultimately we were only after somewhere sleep. The best bit about the place is the bar/communal area downstairs, lots of comfy seats, a well stocked bar and even a pool... More

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Sherborne, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

march 2013, first time at NosDa hostel, pleasantly surprised, better than other hostel I've stayed at, clean, very friendly & helpful staff, large room with shower, loo, fridge, microwave, TV and sofa. Very clean, bedding better than some hotels I've stayed in, not noisy. Basic breakfast but what do you expect for cheap accommodation. Well stocked bar. Suitable for families... More

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Dallas, Texas, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

I was here for the 2012 Summer Olympics and this location was PERFECT. It is right across from Millennium Stadium and a walk away from the train station, pubs, shopping areas, etc. I did not use public transportation at all during my stay (everything is within walking distance) Beds are really comfortable and rooms are fairly big. The only cons:... More

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Selly Oak, null, United Kingdom
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4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

We stayed in a 3 Bed Private Room with a private bathroom (room number 50) and had our own couch and TV in the room (the remote didn't work though ;)). The room was very spacious and clean and we had free towels to use. Unfortunately our shower curtain was really mouldy and smelled absolutely disgusting. The beds were okay... More

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Carlisle, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

Over fifties weekend to see the rugby. Our Norbtour guide did well with the the accommodation, which is close to the station, the stadium and the city centre. Room prices were double this weekend, so Nos Da doing good business........but everywhere is the same. Our room was well decorated and clean....at least when we arrived. The staff were efficient and... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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7 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2013

The location of this hostel was great, right next to Cardiff city centre, just across from the stadium. It's a veeery quick walk to the vibrant nightlife that the city has to offer and it would be very hard to get lost coming back from a big night out !!! I noticed that directly to the west of the hostel... More

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NosDa Hostel Cardiff, Wales
Address: 53 - 59 Despenser Street | Riverside, Cardiff CF11 6AG, Wales
Region: United Kingdom > Wales > Southern Wales > Cardiff
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Ranked #5 of 35 Speciality lodging in Cardiff
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