Riverside Travel Guide
Cardiff





Visit Riverside
Things to do

Cardiff: Gower Peninsula's Cliffs & Mumbles Scenic Day Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

The Valleys tour or Swansea Bay tour. Please choose correctly.

The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

Cardiff: South Wales Cliffs, Beaches & Castles Day Tour

The Royal Mint Experience: Ticket, Guided Tour & Exhibition
Top hotels in Riverside

Cardiff Riverside Hotel by Belvilla
"I think it's a good place to stay whilst in Cardiff, rooms and toilets are fine, showers are a bit outdated but still ok.. Location wise is close to centre. And there isn't really staff around, but not needed cause everything is online and easy to check in and out. I'd stay there again."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

The Riverhouse
"We loved our stay here! Staff was very friendly and helpful. The entire check in and check out process was very smooth. Was everything we needed for our short stay in Cardiff. Will definitely be back!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

The Angel Hotel

Celtic Manor Resort

The Parkgate Hotel
"The staff were absolutely Superb, so helpful, room wasn’t ready but that was 1 o’clock they took my phone number and rang and we still got in the room an hour before we should have, the staff behind the bar offered to make cocktails even if it wasn’t on the menu and the staff up the spa were excellent ..."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Future Inns Cardiff Bay
"I'm a regular visitor to Cardiff and always stay here. It's easy to get to and there's always loads of free parking. Staff are friendly and efficient. The rooms are huge and have a bath and heated towel rail, which I find useful. It's quiet and you never have to wait long for the lift. Special thanks ..."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Riverside

Cardiff City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from St. David's to Utilita Arena Cardiff – discover Cardiff City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Castle Quarter
Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Butetown
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Coal Exchange building or Wales Millennium Centre might round out your trip.

Grangetown
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

Pontcanna
Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.




















