Best Hostels in England

Providing high-quality hostel accommodations in the heart of the capital, YHA London Central offers comfort and convenience. A 5-minute walk from Great Portland Street Tube Station, it has its own bar and snack bar, and offers luggage storage. Male and female dormitories at YHA London Central feature bunk beds and have lockers for secure storage of valuables. There are shared bathroom facilities with showers, which in some dorms are en suite. Private rooms are also available. The relaxed café and bar offers a range of breakfast and lunch choices for purchase, including croissants, paninis and pasties. Guests also have the use of computers in this area. This hostel is found in an excellent location, just 6 minutes’ walk from Regent’s Park and within 9 minutes of bustling Oxford Street. King’s Cross, Baker Street, Leicester Square and Covent Garden are among the many well-known areas within easy reach.

- "Would stay again" - "warm water, clean and nice service, we recommend!" - "I had a wonderful trip at yha central" - "Brilliant location, brilliant service. Brilliant rooms" - "Overall, great vfm" - "A ggod palce to stay." - "Lucky chance to stay in Central London!" - "Comfortable and Convenient — Great Value for the Price" - "Really nice place, changed my mind about hostels" - "Lovely stay" - "Great stay!"

Hostel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Oxford Circus
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are onsite.
Limited housekeeping is available.
YHA London Central - Hostel offers 302 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

- "Hostel was great" - "Perfect stay for lone travelers " - "Great location and friendly reception. The beds are clean and comfortable although the room is small. No issue if you are out all day and only come back to sleep. " - "Everything was great" - "I stayed at a 6 bed dormitory and it offered everything I needed. Definitely worth the price" - "Clean and adequate. Bring yourbown soap and towel." - "Its super convenient!"

This YHA hostel is 5 minutes’ walk from Earl’s Court Tube Station. It offers affordable accommodations ranging between shared dorms to private rooms, a 24-hour reception, Wi-Fi access and a TV lounge. There are self-catering facilities for guests to use at the YHA London Earl’s Court. The café serves a continental breakfast and a range of snacks throughout the day. There is also board games available at reception. The YHA Earls Court provides laundry services and luggage storage for guests. Staff can assist with sightseeing recommendations and providing transport arrangements. The Natural History and the Albert & Victoria Museums are both less than a 10-minute walk away. The fashionable Kensington High Street and its fantastic selection of shops are also nearby. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

- "Welcome revitilising stay." - "FABULOUS" - "Comfortable stay at all." - "It was great, good for value" - "Well run hostel in a great location" - "Good" - "Brilliant place for the money to be able to visit places in London easily. Thank you" - "Great place to stay for 2-3 days in central London" - "YHA hostels for the win, their customers not always…" - "Pleasent" - "Do something with the door" - "Convenient"

Hostel with a restaurant, near Hyde Park
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel offers 44 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "It was a good place for single older woman. Good to have kitchen for cheap eating and meeting. Signs reminding people to be quiet on walls o dorm areas would be good" - "The service and staff members was excellent and give more attention, the hostel conditions very good I like it." - "Great location in a nice neighborhood " - "The property is excellent, clean and quiet. I will definitely come back to stay here again. " - "Location & area is convenient & safe. All staff were accomodating."

Set in a stunning location next to Whitby’s famous Gothic Abbey, this historic building offers beautiful views of the coast. YHA Whitby offers extensive gardens, 24-hour access, and a restaurant. YHA Whitby is located on Whitby’s headland, and the cobbled quayside can be reached at the bottom of the nearby steps. Whitby’s center and rail station are 15 minutes’ walk away. Whitby’s sandy beaches can be reached in a short, 5-minute walk. The majority of rooms at this YHA hostel contain bunk beds. Guests can relax in the TV lounge or the separate games room and there is a cafe & bar on site with outdoor seating and views of the town. There is also luggage storage for guests. Meals are served all day in the cafe & bar from breakfast to lunch and evening menus. There is a self-catering kitchen provided.

- "The most relaxing and enjoyable 3 day stay I have had at the hostel." - "Highly recommend this property excellent value for money" - "Had a brilliant time would recommend a stay" - "Absolutely excellent all around" - "Best spot in Whitby" - "Lovely Place to stay for the whole family" - "Exceptional position and value for money" - "Great stay at an amazing location" - "Great value for money" - "Comfortable, relaxing and the view can’t be topped."

Hostel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Deansgate
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a coffee shop/cafe, self parking, and conference space are onsite.
Limited housekeeping is available.
YHA Manchester - Hostel offers 37 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

- "When booking through hotels.com or Expedia remember you have not paid. You will need to pay on arrival. Nearly Caine out and do not know why they do it. Just asking for arguments at reception " - "Great stay " - "I really like the kitchen and hall downstairs. You had great vegan breakfast options." - "Staff was very nice ,my check in was after 3 pm but they take care of my bag while I was in city center " - "Lovely hostel, small four bed dorm, clean and spacious. Friendly and very helpful staff and a nice vibe. "

Surrounded by lovely greenery in the heart of vibrant Keswick center, YHA Keswick is just a 10-minute walk from Lake Derwentwater. It features a restaurant and self-catering kitchen. YHA Keswick is set within a picturesque house on the banks of the River Greta. Keswick’s unique shops and restaurants are all within 15 minutes’ walk. Guests can rent a boat on Derwentwater, or enjoy a walk up Skiddaw Mountain, 10 minutes’ drive away. Guests can make use of the self-catering kitchen and dining room at YHA Keswick. A small shop is also available for guests. Wi-Fi access is available, along with luggage storage. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

- "Good value! Clean and well located!" - "Wonderful hostel with friendly service" - "Excellent" - "Great location, affordable and clean" - "Brilliant stay — excellent value and really clean hostel. Will be back!" - "I’d go back tomortow , My son and I are planning a trip already to tick off our next Wainright x" - "Excellent as always" - "Great value, friendly vibe, perfect home base for hikes!" - "Just a great 👍 stay thanks"

Hostel with a restaurant, near University of Cambridge
This smoke-free hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.
Limited housekeeping is available.
YHA Cambridge - Hostel offers 32 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "Reasonable, clean. Large kitchen. Friendly staff." - "Good location within walking distance of the train station and bus station stop. Staff is friendly and informative." - "Hostel was spotless and the bed so comfy. Excellent breakfast options available.I was looking somewhere with good location and price after flying into Stansted airport - which is only 40 minutes away by train. Will definitely stay again. " - "Clean comfortable cheap and cheerful and close to the station, if you can live with a bunk bed this is perfect."

Set in a grand 17th-century manor, this YHA is located in Hartington, in the heart of the Peak District. The majority of rooms at YHA Hartington Hall contain bunk beds. There is also a guest lounge, with Wi-Fi access and a games area. The traditional restaurant serves full evening meals, and features exposed beams and original fireplaces. A breakfast buffet is served daily, and there is also a guest kitchen. Hartington Hall YHA is set in beautiful grounds, just a 20-minute drive from historical Buxton. YHA has free parking, and the magnificent Chatsworth House Estate is a 25-minute drive away.

- "Definitely exceptional" - "Would stay again in lovely grounds and convenient to the village and local walks" - "The fantastic Hartington Hall" - "Excellent stay highly recommend. Will definitely be returning." - "A beautiful place in a stunning national park. The views from the house are breathtaking, and there." - "Excellent experience" - "Amazing stay in a stunning building. Positive experience of YHA" - "Amazing location, essential info needs communication"

Hostel with free parking, near York Minster
This smoke-free hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance.
Housekeeping is not available.
YHA York - Hostel offers 45 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers.

- "Lovely, well-appointed hostel just a 20 min walk from York city centre along the river. Room was clean, quiet and comfortable and the hostel has great facilities. Located right next to a beautiful park. Great value for money, would return." - "Great stay and friendly staff." - "Run efficiently with friendly staff" - "Clean rooms and facilities. Lovely staff. Good location. " - "Staff were so friendly and the facilities excellent. Will definitely be back."

A refurbished Sussex farmhouse, a 5-minute walk from Southease Railway Station, YHA South Downs is set in extensive grounds and has an on-site restaurant and colorful, modern bedrooms. Luggage storage and a laundry service are available to guests. Packed lunches can be made on request. Most of the rooms at YHA South Downs share bathroom facilities. Some are private and some feature an private bathroom. Surrounded by the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park, this YHA is only a 25-minute drive from Brighton. Just 8 minutes away on the train is Lewes, County Town of Sussex with a Norman castle and cobbled streets.

- "Warm comfy and very good value for money, we didnt have breakfast in he cafe heard it is excellent." - "Affordable and comfortable" - "Affordable and comfortable" - "Above all, I would gladly stay again but for accommodation only." - "Great value for money" - "Lovely staff lovely stay" - "Great place for us as a family." - "First time at YHA. Will definitely use them again." - "Enjoyable stay for family: great outdoors and farm house"

Hostel with a restaurant, 5-minute walk to Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a meeting room, and a 24-hour front desk.
YHA Bristol - Hostel offers 37 accommodations with safes. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "It is just so good with everything" - "Reception staff were brisk/efficient, but very warm/courteous. Beds were made, clean and had lights/charging stations. Lots of hanger hooks in room as well as a fan (considered no A.C). Breakfast options allowed either simple continental or full cooked. Downstairs bar was cool and area is close to Harbourside.." - "Excellent value for a sole traveller on the quayside in Bristol. Booked a 6 bed room but was given a 4 bed room. Excellent range of bars and restaurants nearby. Check out a bit early though at 10am , as Breakfast runs to 10 am also. "

Guests are required to show a photo ID check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply This YHA hostel is a Grade II listed Georgian mansion with oak flooring and bold fabrics, set in 3 acres of grounds just 2 miles from Shakespeare’s birthplace. It has a restaurant, a stylish café-bar and free parking. YHA Stratford-Upon-Avon offers laundry facilities, plus a TV lounge, games room and a kitchen for self-catering. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds. Historic Stratford-Upon-Avon can be easily accessed by road. See performances by the famous Royal Shakespeare Company, or visit Warwick Castle, a 20-minute drive away. The restaurant at YHA Stratford-Upon-Avon offers à la carte and children’s menus, and a range of drinks are available in the café bar. There is also a decked terrace with views over the grounds.

- "Surpringly lovely stay" - "Blessed Glory to GOD!" - "Beautiful place and the best value for money." - "Fantastic" - "Very nice place." - "incredible value for money" - "It is run by absolutely lovely folks" - "Very comfortable and convenient - will certainly use again." - "Wonderful Stay at YHA Stratford-Upon-Avon" - "Great" - "Cheap and cheerful, can't fault it" - "The old building has character with very friendly staff and beautiful grounds."

Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Lake Windermere
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include conference space, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.
Housekeeping is not available.
YHA Ambleside - Hostel offers 60 accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers.

- "Basic but clean and great location next to the lake. " - "Excellent location" - "Enjoyable stay- so nice to be right on the lake as wel!" - "Absolutely love the location of this yha. Right by Windermere Was upgraded to a lake and Mountain View room, what’s not to like. Staff were friendly. Big communal space." - "Stayed before and enjoyed it and never had any issues" - "Amazing place to stay, very nice staff all over best play to stay in Lake District "

Located in Berwick-Upon-Tweed and with Spittal Beach reachable within a 19-minute walk, YHA Berwick provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. All guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Guests at YHA Berwick can enjoy a buffet or a Full English/Irish breakfast. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving British and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. YHA Berwick has a sun terrace. The Maltings Theatre & Cinema is a 1-minute walk from the hostel, while Lindisfarne Castle is 14 miles away. Newcastle International Airport is 58 miles from the property.

- "Fantastic!" - "A lovely, relaxing and easy stay" - "Excellent value for money" - "Gem of a find we will definitely be back nothing we could fault" - "Clean, safe, welcoming place for a short stay in Berwick" - "Exactly what we needed" - "Good Hostel, lovely staff in a great location." - "Good location and value for money" - "Adequate and varied choice of breakfasts full British. Clean comfy beds , good shower"

Hostel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Royal Albert Dock
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, conference space, and laundry facilities.
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock - Hostel offers 30 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Good" - "Perfect for women travelling alone. Free parking. Secure safe. 3l24 hour reception short walk from liverpool one & bus station " - "This hostel is great. Spacious rooms and comfortable beds. A nice social space to hangout in and good coffee too. The only issue I had was with the wifi on my last night. Other than that, no complaints. " - "Great" - "Great location, nice and clean and overall a great place to stay for a couple of nights. Just bring earplugs because it can get loud."

Located in Reeth, 23 miles from Lightwater Valley Theme Park, YHA Grinton Lodge provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. The hostel features family rooms. The hostel offers a buffet or Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests at YHA Grinton Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Reeth, like hiking. Aysgarth Falls is 8.6 miles from the accommodation, while Richmond Castle is 10 miles away. Teesside International Airport is 28 miles from the property.

- "Superb staff, good atmosphere, place was spotless, cute cabins." - "The perfect getaway" - "Absolutely amazing and cosy" - "Beautiful scenery, comfortable stay" - "Excellent Stay in Youth Hostel" - "We loved it will be back" - "Nice staff, food and drink and clean and accessible" - "Excellent" - "Fabulous value for the money ." - "Fantastic place to stay while visiting the Yorkshire Dales" - "Great dog friendly stay"

Victorian hostel with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a meeting room, and an arcade/game room.
Housekeeping is not available.
YHA Whitby - Hostel offers 26 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers.

- "Great place, I will be going back. " - "A fabulous place to stay to explore Whitby, explore the area and coastal walks. Facilities clean and tidy, great on-site cafe and the local town is walkable, albeit uphill on the return. And superb views of Whitby Abbey on the YHA doorstep. " - "A great value for money stay. My private ensuite room basic but functional as simply needing somewhere to sleep. Hand soap provided in room but no towels. The property does have self catering kitchens, a tv room, lounge (with board games) and conservatory. The adjoining cafe (which is open to the public) serves full breakfasts from 7.30am and closes as 8.30pm. Despite signage requesting quiet between 11pm and 7am, I was subjected to raised voices from a nearby room well beyond 2am. Nobody present at checkout so a simple key drop box was provided."

Located in Llanberis, 25 miles from Portmeirion, Lodge Dinorwig features views of the mountain. Built in 19th century, this 4-star hostel is within 4.4 miles of Snowdon Mountain Railway and 8.1 miles of Snowdon. Guests can enjoy lake views. The rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. With a shared bathroom equipped with a shower, rooms at Lodge Dinorwig also provide guests with free WiFi, while certain rooms here will provide you with a sea view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Llanberis, like hiking. Llandudno Pier is 27 miles from Lodge Dinorwig, while Bangor Cathedral is 9.2 miles away.

- "Perfect stay for Snowdonia!" - "Delightful hostel stay, will return!" - "Wonderful location" - "Amazing, would visit again!" - "I had a fantastic stay, great facilities, beautiful location, easy check in and check out. Dinner was amazing. Will defi" - "Brilliant, on e the best hostels I've ever stayed in!" - "Amazing hostel" - "Cozy but epic views" - "Best hostel experience" - "Comfortable and warm. It was just what I needed after camping and hiking."

Hostel in Hope Valley with 2 restaurants and a coffee shop
2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a meeting room are onsite.
Limited housekeeping is available.
YHA Castleton Losehill Hall - Hostel offers 36 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

- "What a stunning building! And the surrounding grounds are gorgeous - it feels like such a quiet and idyllic bolthole retreat tucked away in the heart of Hope Valley. Facilities are superb, everything is clean and well appointed and the staff are all so friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful stay and cannot wait to return!" - "Lovely stay, would recommend " - "Lovely building with great walks on the doorstep. Shower room could have been cleaner and some bits better maintained but overall as expected for a hostel. Would stay again"