Cardiff's Best Hostels for Backpackers

Cardiff is a port city on the south coast of Wales, where the River Taff meets the Severn Estuary. It was proclaimed the nation's capital in 1955, and has embraced its role as capital with vigor, emerging in the new millennium as one of Britain's leading urban centers. The revitalized waterfront at Cardiff Bay includes the Wales Millennium Centre, home of the national opera, orchestra, theater and dance companies, plus shops at Mermaid Quay. Architect Richard Rogers' strikingly modern Senedd building houses the Welsh National Assembly. The city's confidence is infectious, and these days it’s not just the rugby that draws crowds into the city. Come the weekend, a buzz reverberates through the streets as swarms of shoppers hit the Hayes, followed by waves of revelers descending on the capital’s thriving pubs, bars and live-music venues. Cardiff makes an excellent base for day trips to the surrounding valleys and coast, where you’ll find castles, beaches, interesting industrial sites and ancient monuments. so there's no shortage of things to do here, and these hostels provide an excellent base for exploring the area.

How much do hostels in Cardiff cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Cardiff here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.