What is the check-in and check-out policy at Wisestay?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
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WISESTAY, Cardiff
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About the Hotel
45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment,
Cardiff,
United Kingdom,
CF11 6AN,
South Glamorgan
- Close to Cardiff Castle
Great
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Loved by Wisestay guests
"Once here I loved the easy check in with coded locks."
"My room didn't have a proper desk. However, the staff quickly put me in a much larger room with a nice view over the river running through this beautiful city."
"Comfortable stay, easy check-in, very kind and helpful front desk personnel and within 5-minute walk to Cardiff Castle, restaurants (Pasture and The Welsh House) and 8-minute walk to Bute Park!"
Location
Wisestay is located in the heart of Cardiff, offering easy access to main attractions such as
Rooms
Each room at Wisestay is equipped with a
Dining
Wisestay provides a
Business Amenities
The hotel offers
Entertainment
Wisestay is close to various attractions including the
Highlights
Location: Heart of Cardiff, near attractions
Rooms: Family rooms with comfortable bedding
Dining: Buffet breakfast and communal kitchen
Business: Meeting rooms with audio-visual technology
Entertainment: Cultural experiences and live events
Must-do experiences
- Try the traditional Welsh dishes at The Potted Pig.
- Visit the Cardiff Market for local crafts and tasty treats.
- Explore the street art in the vibrant Cardiff Bay area.
- Take a tour of the historic Cardiff Castle, a must-see landmark.
- Enjoy live music and local ales at The Castle Emporium.
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Choose from standard rooms, family suites, or deluxe options — with breakfast and flexible rates
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
16 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Superior Single Room River View
2 persons
9 m²
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Double Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
10 m²
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room River View
2 persons
1 King-size bed
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Hotel facilities and services
Each hotel provides modern amenities for a relaxing and pleasant stay
General
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Wisestay Location
45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment,
Cardiff,
United Kingdom,
CF11 6AN,
South Glamorgan
Map view
45-47 Fitzhamon Embankment,
Cardiff,
United Kingdom,
CF11 6AN,
South Glamorgan
City landmarks
Landmark
Cardiff Castle
850 m
Landmark
Principality Stadium
980 m
Museum
National Museum Cardiff
2.2
km
Park
Bute Park
2.5
km
Landmark
Cardiff Bay
2.2
km
Stadium
Motorpoint Arena Cardiff
1.1
km
Mall
St David's Dewi Sant
870 m
Landmark
Wales National Ice Rink
940 m
Museum
Techniquest
2.1
km
Market
Cardiff Market
980 m
Church
The City Parish of St John the Baptist
990 m
Church
St David's Metropolitan Cathedral
1.2
km
Art object
Animal Wall
760 m
Shopping Area
Capitol Shopping Centre
1.1
km
Museum
Museum of Cardiff
1.1
km
Shopping Area
Castle Quarter Arcade
840 m
Public Building
City Hall
920 m
Landmark
Statue of Sir Gareth Edwards
900 m
Mall
Duke Street Arcade
920 m
Mall
High Street Arcade
940 m
Landmark
Shree Swaminarayan Temple Cardiff
690 m
Landmark
Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Cardiff
710 m
Landmark
BT Sport Cardiff Arms Park
750 m
Museum
Firing Line Museum of The Queen's Dragoon Guards and The Royal Welsh at Cardiff Castle
990 m
Landmark
Castle Emporium
910 m
Landmark
River Taff
630 m
Gallery
Kooywood Gallery
1.6
km
Gallery
Martin Tinney Gallery
1.6
km
University
Cardiff University
1.6
km
Nearby
Clare Road
Tramshed Cardiff
560 m
Restaurants
Dragon Foodland
330 m
54 Tudor Street
The Little Man Garage
330 m
Riverside 10 Tudor Lane
Laziza Food And Take Away
360 m
66 Tudor Street
Madhav
400 m
59 Lower Cathedral Road
The Prince Of Wales
570 m
81-83 Heol Eglwys South Glamorgan CF10 1FA,
Queens Vaults
780 m
29 Westgate Street
Sully's Cafe
870 m
4-5 Quay Street Cardiff City Centre
Coffee #1
860 m
140 Queen Street Unit 1 The Aspect
Quay Street Kitchen
860 m
18-19 Quay Street
Nata & Co Bakery Clifton
780 m
118 Clifton Street 118 Clifton Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 9.60 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Polish, Russian, Welsh
Number of rooms:
20
Former name
Anchorage Guest House
Guest ratings and detailed reviews
Feedback about Wisestay from previous guests about their experience.
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Pros
Comfortable room
Convenient location
Comfy bed
Good sized room
Tea and coffee
Cons
Noisy house
Blocked sink
Terrible drain smell
Guest reviewsbased on 909 reviews
Alexander from Germany
Single
single room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 10, 2025
6/10
small roomsubpar cleanliness
The room felt quite small. The bed barely fit. i also noticed the cleanliness wasn't up to par. there was a noticeable defect. I actually had to request a repair for a lamp that wasn't working. street parking cost extra despite the promise of free parking.
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Daniel from United States
Single
Single Room
3 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:September 21, 2025
6/10
a mixed experience
easy accesspoor drainagesmall sinkearly checkout
the location was fine and provided easy access to nearby areas.
the shower didn't drain well so i needed to turn it off so the water didn't spill. the sink was really small and i couldn't wash my face without making a mess. checkout at 10am is early.
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Carl from Germany
Single
single room
3 nights in June 2025
|
Reviewed:August 31, 2025
9/10
easy check-inlarger room
the room was larger than expected. the check-in process used a door code, simple and easy (it was the same code for the front door and the room).
the hotel is near a stadium, but my room did not offer that view.
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Grayson from United Kingdom
Single
double room
3 nights in June 2025
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Reviewed:August 03, 2025
7/10
great water pressurecomfy bedsthin wallssewerage smell
the location was amazing it was a quick walk to the city center i loved that. the staff were helpful too a cleaner even carried my bags down for me. i was battling a flu then the beds were so comfy i really rested. the shower was also very warm it had great water pressure i liked it a lot.
the door was not locking . there was noise from other rooms the walls were so thin i could hear everything. the bathroom smelled strongly of sewerage i was not happy although it was clean.
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FAQs
About Wisestay
What are the nearby attractions to Wisestay?
Nearby attractions include Cardiff Castle (1 km), Principality Stadium (1 km), and St David's Hall (0.5 km).
What amenities are provided in the rooms at Wisestay?
Rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, a TV, a wardrobe, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.
What dining options are available near Wisestay?
Dining options within 0.5 km include Bloc Coffee, Mr. Doner, Dragon Foodland, Laziza Food And Take Away, and Madhav.
Is free Wi-Fi available in Wisestay?
Free Wi-Fi is available in all guest rooms and public areas.
What is the distance from Wisestay to Cardiff Airport?
Wisestay is located 19 km from Cardiff Airport, approximately a 24-minute drive.
What highlights does Wisestay offer?
Highlights include free Wi-Fi, private check-in/out, and a quiet location despite being central.
Is there a family-friendly accommodation option at Wisestay?
Yes, family rooms are available at the hotel.
Can guests find communal areas at Wisestay?
Yes, there are communal areas with beverage facilities available for guests.
Does Wisestay feature self-check-in services?
The hotel provides a user-friendly self-check-in process allowing flexible arrival times.
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