53-59 Despenser Street
Cardiff, Wales
CF11 6AG
Directions…by Train and Bus
The nearest station for bus and train services is Cardiff Central. From the stations walk left over the bridge crossing the River Taff, then right following the river embankment upstream, we are at the end of the street in front of you!
…by Car
From the M4 take junction 32, then follow signs to Cardiff City Centre along a busy dual carriageway (A470) for approx. 2 miles. On approaching the centre follow the road around the Castle to your right, then straight ahead through two sets of traffic light, over a bridge, then take a left at next traffic lights into Lower Cathedral Road; at the mini roundabout take the first exit and drive to the end of Despenser Street, we are the last building on the left next to the river.
…by Air
Cardiff International Airport is situated about 40 minutes' drive from the City Centre and services inbound scheduled flights from Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester and Amsterdam (see Links for more details). From the Airport you will have to take a Taxi or Bus to the city centre.
…by Irish Sea
On your way to or from Ireland by boat? We are an excellent stopping off point for you to visit Wales. All ports are serviced by rail. There are four crossings between Wales and Ireland:
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NosDa means “Good night” in Welsh and that is exactly what we are promising! NosDa Studio Hostel is effectively a hostel/hotel hybrid, a new concept of budget and stylish accommodation.
Cardiff’s first independent hostel has moved with the times to relocate to a site that is second to none!
NosDa Studio Hostel becomes Cardiff Backpacker mark 2, with all the experience, values and knowledge boosted by a £1 million makeover.
One of Europes Famous Hostels has another string to its bow by becoming Cardiff’s newest and Wales’ only 5 star hostel!
With a choice of secure mixed and single sex dormitories and also a number of private rooms with shared facilities, “NosDa is redefining the hostelling genre”.
Uniquely situated along the banks of the river Taff, NosDa Studio Hostel occupies a newly refurbished 19th century building with superb views of the iconic Millennium Stadium. Our lively bar has a selection of Welsh beers, ciders and spirits and the affordable menu lets you taste some delicious local produce.
With the castle, stadium and train station all within sight, NosDa Studio Hostel is the most centrally located hostel with a view to die for and the facilities to match!
*Cafe Bar
* TV lounge
*Art Gallery
*Library
*free Secure Car park
*Shop
*Travel Counter
*free Wi-Fi & Internet Stations
*Self catering kitchen
*free breakfast
*DVD hire
*free tea and coffee all day
*free linen
*Towel hire
*Personal reading light and PowerPoint’s with each bunk
*free lockers (£5 deposit)
*free luggage storage
***Photo ID required on check-in***
***Minimum 2 nights stay over a Saturday***
***groups of 6 or more are also subject to backpackers terms
Please contact us directly for further information***
***Under 18 please book a private room***
