Cardiff Caravan ParkvsThe Riverhouse
Both properties are endorsed by writers. Overall, The River House ranks significantly better than Cardiff Caravan Park. The River House comes in at #11 in Cardiff with accolades from 2 publications including Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Cardiff Caravan Park
 Lonely Planet
Pontcanna Fields, Cardiff CF11 9XR, Wales
From $0/night
 "This is an excellent camp site - a peaceful spot surrounded by wooded parkland but only a short walk from the city centre. Bicycle hire available on-site." 
The Riverhouse
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
59 Fitzhammon Embankment, Cardiff CF11 6AN, Wales
From $43/night
- Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Breakfast included
 - Breakfast buffet
 
 "Cosy, contemporary backpackers’ hostel set in a Victorian villa with mixed and female-only dorms and twin rooms, as well as a self-catering kitchen, lovely dining/ lounge area and a sunny terrace." 
Top choice
 "The River House has a well-equipped kitchen, small garden and cosy TV lounge. The private rooms are basically small dorm rooms and share the same bathrooms." Full review