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11-15 Howard Gardens, Cardiff cf22oef, Wales
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Firstly, the service at reception was hectic and disorderly. For the key deposit, avoid giving birth certificate or passport as their lack of filing system is worrisome at best. Secondly, even in a twin private, there is one shower for shared use per floor and two toliets. That's at least 20 people per mixed sex bathroom. It's a nightmare getting... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

Fairly easy to find, not too far from the center, quite cheap, very friendly staff (they gave me a couple of tips how to save some money and how to get to places), rooms were alright with lockers (much appreciated), anything you could possibly need for breakfast. Coming back soon!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Rooms were spacious and clean. Showers had good temperature and pressure. The location is quite good from the city centre. Kitchen was fabulous and always clean. It gets shut for 1hr in the morning and this is when it is cleaned. Really enjoyed our stay and reception staff were nice.

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New Ross, Ireland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Stayed at The Nomad 12-14 April 2013 with a group of 18. The hostel is only a 20-25 min walk from Cardiff Central train station (although be warned, not all taxi drivers or people in general know where it is!!), very nicely located for nights out in the city centre, which was what we wanted. The rooms were very clean... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013 via mobile

after staying for 4 days at the hostel, overall I'm pretty impressed. a lot of the other reviews were crappy, which was putting me off going completely, but now it's definitely been worth it. the room was spacious as I was staying with two other girls, and there was plenty of room under the bed and in the draws. it... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013 via mobile

So literally just got back from staying in Cardiff for the weekend. The hostel itself isn't great but not horrific. Bed uncomfortable but if your out drinking then it doesn't matter. There was 6 of us girls staying here and I would return only if the security guy was sacked. He was rude and aggressive and threatened to chuck is... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2012

The first impression you get of a place is always crucial and the one I had here was not pleasant at all. I felt like I was entering a prison (although prisons usually have a better choice of colours and decoration). After an ice-cold welcoming, I was asked to hand out my I.D. or give a 10 pounds deposit (like... More

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Giessen, Germany
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2012

So, where should I start to complain. The staff is mostly lackadaisical and wishes that they as well as you are somewhere else right now. At least they are helpful when you ask. Apart from the Private Twin Room (where there was a carpet), the floors were sticky and dirty. The beds move and squeal with every breath you take... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2012

I stayed here with a group of friends. The hostel is in a good location for the city centre. The room was clean and basic - not ensuite. Beds were comfortable. There is parking outside which you need to pay for however w e didnt have any problems finding a space.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2012

Stayed here for one night while in Cardiff for a football game at the city of cardiff stadium. Hostel is clean and friendly and about a 10 minute walk to the city centre. City stadium is a further 20 min walk from the city centre. Hostel has free wifi and a small bar. Rooms are basic but clean. Toilet and... More

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Also Known As:
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Nomad Hotel Cardiff
Nomad Cardiff, Wales
Address: 11-15 Howard Gardens, Cardiff cf22oef, Wales
Region: United Kingdom > Wales > Southern Wales > Cardiff
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Free High-Speed Internet
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Ranked #16 of 35 Speciality lodging in Cardiff
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