The best youth hostels United Kingdom

This lovely Italian-style house is surrounded by a large garden. It's located a little way from the town center, in a quiet area. Some rooms have a view of the church, which is particularly charming. Whether you prefer a dormitory bed or a private room, the choice is yours at this low-cost hostel. The atmosphere is family-friendly, and it's also possible to eat in. It's worth noting that you can park easily and free of charge on Bathwick Hill, which is not easy to do in Bath. A good low-cost place to visit the famous and beautiful city of Bath.

Set in a quiet residential area, yet close to the main road, Pitlochry Youth Hostel is a charming Victorian house with a great deal of character and style. The facilities are new and there is a mix of dormitories and private rooms for a total of 53 beds. The living room, dining room and kitchen are pleasant. The hostel also has its own bar and offers comfortable spaces to relax with a local beer, a glass of wine or a soda. Laundry, drying room and parking are also very convenient.

It is one of the flagship brands of Hostelling Scotland, the national association of youth hostels, which has hostels throughout the country. It places a lot of emphasis on comfort and families, unlike other addresses in the capital that focus mainly on partying. It can accommodate up to 271 people, in dormitories, but also in private rooms of various sizes. There's also a coffee bar on the ground floor. Every year in July and August, Hostelling Scotland opens a second establishment with single rooms and apartments.

For the many, many backpackers traveling through Scotland! With 115 rooms, this huge hostel in the heart of Glasgow is an ideal destination to meet backpackers from all over the world. The dorms are classic for this type of establishment and you shouldn't be too afraid of promiscuity. Private rooms can be a good and cheaper alternative to a hotel or B&B, provided you are prepared to deal with late nighters. There is of course a shared kitchen, but also a bar on site.

This famous chain of European hostels is essentially established in Britain. The édimbourgeoise is just as festive as others and seduced by its location just opposite the train station. The value for money is excellent, with a complimentary continental breakfast, and there are two public bars that depend on the hotel on the ground floor. The common spaces are not very large, but they are well arranged and there is always the world to meet to have a drink.

This magnificent 200-year-old Georgian mansion, set in 2 hectares of grounds, has recently undergone a £1.2 million renovation to offer all the amenities of a YHA hostel: shared kitchen, catering, bar, relaxation areas, games room, wi-fi... Double, family and dormitory rooms are available. Ideal for families on a budget. We can't stress this enough: YHA hostels are always a good option, wherever you are! Don't hesitate if you want to sleep in Shakespeare's city.

Enjoy the splendid views of the impressive mountain world from the cosy, modern hostel situated near the castle and the town centre. The dormitories have 5 to 10 beds, with good bedding, and there are two lounges, a kitchen and a dining room to meet other visitors. The building has not lost its Victorian grandeur and the views of the Ness River are very pleasant. Hot drinks are self-service and unlimited, and wi-fi is free. If anyone in your group is under 18 years of age, you will need to contact the establishment before booking.

Castle Rock has everything to please: a great location at the foot of the castle, a successful medieval decor, a festive and international atmosphere, impeccable cleanliness, billiard and beer pong tournaments and even free pub crawls every week to meet other travellers in the company of the staff. The establishment is regularly ranked among the best youth hostels in Europe. Dormitories and showers are comfortable and everyone is entitled to a small locker with key, two pillows and a personal light and socket.

On the shores of beautiful Loch Duich and close to the road to Kyle of Lochalsh and Skye, this Hostelling Scotland hostel is housed in a beautiful stone house with its feet in the water. Its location is exceptional and one can choose between dormitories and private rooms. It is good to linger in the common areas, especially the very cosy living room, but there is also a fully equipped kitchen and dining room. For your evening meals on the premises, you can also take advantage of our 2 or 3-course reheatable meal trays, available at a low price.

This excellent hostel, from the same family as Castle Rock, is located a little further down the Royal Mile in a beautiful building that is almost 500 years old. Slightly quieter than its neighbour at the foot of the castle, it offers similar and excellent comfort, within walls steeped in history and having retained all the splendour of their past. The spaces are friendly and well laid out and the dormitories do not lack any comfort. Fully equipped kitchen and common rooms are available, as well as a billiard table and self-service hot drinks.

In the shadow of Cain Gorm Mountain and on the edge of Loch Morlich, this second hostel of Hostelling Scotland is truly in the heart of nature, perfect for those seeking the closest proximity to hiking sites. It has a truly alpine atmosphere and many of the regulars return year after year. The hostel has a friendly bar and offers packed lunches for both lunch (handy for picnics!) and dinner.

Hard to imagine better than this hostel for all the small budgets who don't want to sacrifice comfort and cleanliness when visiting Brighton. Ideal for families, it is a sign that honours the YHA, with a superb building and a perfect location between the Lanes and the waterfront. You can choose between dormitory beds and private rooms and share a kitchen, living room, dining room and common areas. You can even have a view of the sea! We meet and discover the place with other travellers.

One of the best hostels in Belfast. Clean, comfortable and well appointed, the house has kept an intimate setting where you feel more like a large shared house than anything else. The dormitories are quite large and the common areas are friendly. The undeniable plus: the atmosphere. Most evenings, the staff organizes games before taking the guests out on the town. There is also an Internet connection, as well as a pool table and a table football in free access. This is the place to be if you want to meet people.

It is, without a shadow of a doubt, one of the best youth hostels in the country. The Victorian building has a lot of charm and the facilities are practical and modern. The location facing the sea provides superb views of the islands of Kerrera and Mull, especially from the pleasant shared areas: the kitchen, living room and dining room. The dormitories and private rooms are quite comfortable and the clientele includes young backpackers as well as families and retirees. Perfect to stay in Oban without breaking your budget!

This hostel, well located in the Queen's Quarter, is one of the top rated hostels in Belfast and even in the UK. Good atmosphere guaranteed at Vagabonds, very cool and friendly atmosphere, the young and international staff even organizes parties in the hostel or outings to the pub. They can also plan cultural outings, especially with the famous Black Cab. The dormitories are clean, the bathrooms are very good. You can ask for a lock at the reception to protect your stuff.

In this beautiful Gothic building, the English Hatters chain has opened a friendly youth hostel. All the common rooms are spacious living areas, with TV lounge, dining room, kitchen for guests - and even a bar! The establishment has more than 80 beds and each room has its own bathroom. The atmosphere is festive and international, ideal for youth groups. Maybe less for families. Wifi available and 24-hour access. Several events or pub-crawl organized during the week.

Opening in summer 2015, this hostel is one of the most modern in Hostelling Scotland, ideally located in the centre of the island's capital city. In a red-walled building, everything is new and modern, with 60 beds that can be chosen as dormitory or private rooms (double, triple, quadruple and quintuple) as required. There is of course a kitchen and a living room to meet and eat, as well as a drying room and a laundry room. There is also an on-site grocery store where you can buy basic groceries.

This youth hostel offers superb views over Loch Broom and the Beein Dearg mountain range and is conveniently located next to local shops, pubs and restaurants, and just 300 metres from the bus station and harbour, with ferry departures to Lewis. The establishment has all the necessary equipment: large equipped communal kitchen, lounge-bar, laundry room, drying room, bicycle room, wi-fi access, secure lockers. Remember to order a picnic basket so you can go on a day-long excursion without worrying about anything.

You'd better be ready to party at this hostel, popular with young people and surfers in particular. While the lack of a kitchen may be a nuisance for some, the location above Belushi's bar (part of the same establishment) and the substantial discounts that go with it are a plus for anyone coming to Newquay to have fun and meet people. It also doubles as a common room, and its balcony overlooking the beach is a marvel in fine weather. The rooms and dormitories are basic but comfortable.