Cardiff Sandringham HotelvsThe Riverhouse
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The River House ranks slightly better than Sandringham Hotel. The River House ranks #11 in Cardiff with recommendations from 2 reviews including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Cardiff Sandringham Hotel
 Lonely Planet
 Rough Guide
21 St Mary Street, Cardiff CF10 1PL, Wales
From $45/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Restaurant
 - Dry Cleaning
 - Breakfast included
 - Fax / photocopying
 
 "It may be nothing special in the décor department, but it's friendly and welcoming, and right in the thick of things - a good place to stay if you're here for the nightlife." 
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Ask for a top-floor room at the back if you want to avoid street noise.
 "Pleasantly oldfashioned, family-run hotel offering plain but clean decor, good service and a friendly atmosphere. One of the bettervalue options. £40." 
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