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Nomad Backpackers
2.0 star property

Hostel with free breakfast, near Principality Stadium

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Nomad Backpackers

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Front of property
Exterior detail
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Reception

Overview of Nomad Backpackers

Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
11-15 Howard Gardens, Cardiff, Wales, CF24 0EF
  • Popular LocationCardiff International Arena11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCardiff Castle15 min walk
  • Popular LocationPrincipality Stadium18 min walk
  • AirportCardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)33 min drive
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Room options

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Living area

6 beds mixed dormitory

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

5 beds mixed dormitory

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Living area

Single Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6 beds Female dormitory

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room | Bathroom amenities | Shower, hair dryer, towels

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Living area

8 beds mixed dormitory

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Cardiff

Nomad Backpackers is located in Adamsdown, a neighbourhood in Cardiff. Cardiff Castle and National Museum Cardiff are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Barry Island Beach and Forest Farm Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena.
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What's nearby

  • Cardiff International Arena - 11 min walk
  • St. David's - 12 min walk
  • Cardiff Castle - 15 min walk
  • Principality Stadium - 18 min walk
  • Cardiff University - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Cardiff Queen Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffè Nero - 7 min walk
  • Lilo Express - 8 min walk
  • Hadramawt Restaurant - 6 min walk
  • The Ernest Willows - 5 min walk
  • Coffee Planet - 6 min walk

About this property

Nomad Backpackers

Hostel near Principality Stadium
Nomad Backpackers is located close to Cardiff International Arena and Cardiff Castle, and provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. In addition to an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Smoke-free property, coffee/tea in reception and a billiards/pool table
  • A TV in reception, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Nomad Backpackers include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM–9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

Property is also known as

Nomad Backpackers Cardiff
Nomad Backpackers Cardiff
Nomad Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Nomad Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

Is Nomad Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nomad Backpackers?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Nomad Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Nomad Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Nomad Backpackers located?

Located in Adamsdown, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of University of South Wales, Cardiff Campus, Cardiff International Arena and Cardiff Castle. Principality Stadium and Cardiff University are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cardiff Queen Street Station is 8 minutes by foot and Cathays Station is 18 minutes.

Nomad Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 20 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Tibor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly, beds are a bit tired .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Clean. A bit noisy but that’s mostly the other guests being inconsiderate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mayank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
ok, very good location, quiet, they are working on renovating one of the shower rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017