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NosDa Studio Hostel53-59 Despenser Street, Cardiff, CF11 6AG (Show map)
Good,
Score from 56 reviews
“ Staff were very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was very friendly. Our age was no impediment to enjoying the venue. Great pizza! Don't normally stay at backpackers, but would definitely recommend this establishment to others ”
Kent,
Townsville
On the banks of the River Taff overlooking the Millenium Stadium, this refurbished modern hostel is set within a charming, 19th-century building. It offers continenetal breakfasts and Cardiff Castle is 5 minutes’ walk away. The hostel features 24-hour reception and is a short walk along the river to Cardiff Bay. Cardiff’s central shops and bars are just across the river. NosDa Studio Hostel has private en suite rooms with their own pod bathroom and kitchen unit. Free Wi-Fi is provided in public areas. Hostel: 11 rooms The most recent booking for this hotel was made on 21 May at 07:51 from Thailand.
GeneralRestaurant, Bar, 24-hour front desk, Terrace, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Luggage storage, Designated smoking area ActivitiesLibrary ServicesLaundry, Souvenirs/gift shop, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks)
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Total Hotel Score:7.9
Based on 56 reviews Guest reviews are written by our customers after their stay at NosDa Studio Hostel. |
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Kristina
Solo traveller
Prague,
Czech Republic
March 29, 2013
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- nice and clean rooms with young vibe - great atmosphere - perfect location near both city centre and bus and railway station - no internet connection in the room - no small lamp for reading - breakfasts were bit messy
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7.9 |
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Helen
Family with older children
nelligen,
Australia
March 27, 2013
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The hostel was very centrally situated close to the city and the castle the breakfast was very good. We had a family room which was quite a big room compared to some we had stayed in.
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8.8 |
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Eleri
Young couple
Llanberis,
United Kingdom
March 10, 2013
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Location was great. Cold rooms, lack of quilts, Cold showers, Poorly advertised (Looks nothing like it is on the web site), Rude immature young staff, Room invasion and personal belongings rifled through by young girl staff, Very basic, No value for money at all!
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3.8 |
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Osama
Family with young children
Najaf,
Iraq
March 3, 2013
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,It have a very Big rooms, good viewing clean and comfortable baths,good spaces to relaxation. There is only elevator, its far away from city center.
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7.5 |
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Colin
Mature couple
Bargoed,
United Kingdom
January 16, 2013
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City Centre location good free secure parking No Alcohol in rooms
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10 |
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David
Group of friends
Wootton,
United Kingdom
January 2, 2013
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Great staff, good value for money, parking
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8.3 |
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Sophie
Group of friends
shepton mallet,
United Kingdom
November 10, 2012
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Felt welcome as soon as got there
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9.6 |
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Will
Mature couple
Plymouth,
United Kingdom
November 1, 2012
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great location, excellent value and a fun place
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9.2 |
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Krystian
Group of friends
London,
United Kingdom
October 23, 2012
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Centrally-located. Friendly staff. Room looked nothing like the pictures online. The shower was basically a very small enclosed box with no exhaust, which meant you had to leave the door open if you wanted to breathe, no room to move in it - had to get dressed in the actual bedroom. No cutlery/dishes provided in the room, even though a small kitchen was present. There is no insulation for noise, so you can hear everything, from footsteps up and down the stairs, to people in the next room. On a Friday/Saturday night, people hang around outside the hostel til all hours of the morning and you can hear everything. Breakfast was very basic, but adequate. Wifi can only be accessed in the lobby, which was very annoying.
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6.3 |
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Stefan
Group of friends
Kapellen,
Belgium
September 13, 2012
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I've enjoyed my stay @ NosDa! It exceeded my expectations, the rooms were clean and big, the staff was exceptional and very helpfull. The location is superb. The view is magnificent, especially when you're having a beer on the deck terrace! I could recommend this hostel to everyone!
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10 |
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Sharon
Family with young children
London,
United Kingdom
September 3, 2012
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Great location! Along the riverside, central to the city centre where there are loads of places to eat,shop etc. Loads to see and do in Cardiff, Cardiff Bay is a must! I stayed with my two sons (10yrs old) and we loved our room which was nice and cosy and very modern for a hostel. We met some great people and the staff were friendly and helpful. I would definately stay here again!. There was a little noise during the night from other guests coming in late but I guess this is all part of hostel life!
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9.2 |
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John
Young couple
Seville,
Australia
September 3, 2012
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Location and parking were good, as well as budget accommodation. Room was big, light and airy. Hotel is past it's prime. The 'kitchenette' is somewhat lacking. The noise insulation is not so good between floors - you can hear all the thumping/drumming footsteps. Would recommend NosDa only to budget conscious travellers.
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7.5 |
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Yanling
Family with older children
Chichester,
United Kingdom
August 22, 2012
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Location is good. Breakfast wasn't good.
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5.8 |
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Xuefei
Group of friends
Leicester,
United Kingdom
August 16, 2012
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A very good location where you can have the river view and the stadium site. Clean room condition. Close to the city center. Helpful staff. Simple but nice breakfast.
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7.9 |
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Kent
Mature couple
Townsville,
Australia
August 13, 2012
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Staff were very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was very friendly. Our age was no impediment to enjoying the venue. Great pizza! Don't normally stay at backpackers, but would definitely recommend this establishment to others
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10 |
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Levent
Family with older children
Istanbul,
Turkey
August 12, 2012
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The location of the hostel very good. There is no lift. Our room was not clean. And very poor breakfast.
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5.4 |
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John
Mature couple
Colchester,
United Kingdom
August 8, 2012
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Very expensive for a basic room, no kettle/ tea facilities in the room for the price. Not very comfy room
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4.2 |
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Charmaine
Family with older children
athlone,
Ireland
July 29, 2012
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The thing I liked about nosda studio hostel was its very central to everything.when were over looking the millenium stadium and its not too far of a walk to the shops for shopping. I thing I didnt like about the nosda,the room was ok.except for the shower was very bad. When you turn it on it only lasted for a couple of seconds so it was a nuisence of pushing it on every time.the menu for food was a very small selection and I thought it would change for the evening but it didnt.i was not very happy with this.i found that they were understaffed as I was left for a short time waiting for food and drink.i dont think the staff were fully trained on how to pull a proper pint either. Overall I would give my stay about a 6/10 .
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6.3 |
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Mircea
Family with older children
Campina,
Romania
July 25, 2012
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nearby city center the room was clean staff friednly poor breakfast
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8.1 |
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Rebekah
Group of friends
Grand Rapids,
U.S.A.
July 22, 2012
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We were very pleasantly surprised with the cleanliness of the hostel and hospitality of all the staff! We walked in to some amazing music being played, and couldn't wait to put all of our stuff away and get back down to join in the fun! I would highly recommend NosDa to anyone!! Just wish there were wash clothes!
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10 |
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Peter
Solo traveller
Whittington,
United Kingdom
June 24, 2012
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Location - Close to City Centre. Ideal for Millenium Stadium. Easy to find and good access with Parking. Basic Clean Room. Basic facilities for those needing overnight accomodation. Fair price. Good breakfast (serve yourself - continental)
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8.3 |
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William
Mature couple
Geneva, Illinois,
U.S.A.
May 19, 2012
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Location is excellent... City center price is low Needs some repair
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8.3 |
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Kate
Group of friends
Bitton, Bristol,
United Kingdom
April 24, 2012
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Friendly staff, great atmosphere, excellent location, lots going for it
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10 |
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Nicole
Young couple
scanzorosciate (Bg),
Italy
March 23, 2013
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Lo staff è molto disponibile, le camere sono pulite e spaziose , c è un bel calduccio , una sala con disponibili tè e caffè e la colazione è molto buona . prezzi favolosi Non avevano il termometro... Le 5 sterline ogni volta per l prestito del phon
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9.2 |
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Marcel
Family with older children
Domat/Ems,
Switzerland
August 4, 2012
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abgeschlossener Parkplatz Lage Wifi Bar
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8.8 |
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