The Abbey HotelvsThe Riverhouse
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, The River House scores slightly better than The Abbey Hotel. The River House has a TripExpert Score of 76 with positive reviews from 2 reviews like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
The Abbey Hotel
149-51 Cathedral Rd., Cardiff, Wales
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Flatscreen TV
Frommer's
"Built in 1898 as a home for a wealthy sea captain and his family, this house retains many of its original features and is one of the better and more reasonably priced B&Bs." Full review
The Riverhouse
59 Fitzhammon Embankment, Cardiff CF11 6AN, Wales
From $43/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
Rough Guide
"Cosy, contemporary backpackers’ hostel set in a Victorian villa with mixed and female-only dorms and twin rooms, as well as a self-catering kitchen, lovely dining/ lounge area and a sunny terrace."
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The River House has a well-equipped kitchen, small garden and cosy TV lounge. The private rooms are basically small dorm rooms and share the same bathrooms." Full review