Tired of inflated hotel prices during the school holidays? While UK families face increasing costst this summer, IndependentHostels.co.uk offers a refreshing alternative: affordable, family-friendly hostels that don’t raise their prices in August — and still have availability in top coastal and countryside destinations. With ensuite family rooms, self-catering kitchens, and beautiful locations across the UK, hostels are a smart choice for parents looking for great value without compromise.Read more
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Walks with your dog: Walking trails local to Earby Holiday Hostel
June 19th 2025
This is our lovely hostel dog Bramble taking a breather at the top of Skiddaw during a recent trip. Although… View details
Affordable family holidays at Ardentinny Outdoor Centre
June 18th 2025
The Ardentinny Outdoor Centre will be offering family stays from 26th July until 25th August, these will include the option… View details
Recharge in York’s Most Welcoming Hostel
June 18th 2025
Right on the Cathedral Cycle Route, Astor York is your home away from home. Affordable, comfortable, and ready to welcome… View details
Cycling through the Dales?
June 17th 2025
Ingleton Hostel is the perfect stopover for cyclists! We offer a secure on-site cycle store, so you can rest easy… View details
Affordable Seaside Family Holidays at The Hides
June 17th 2025
You'll be amazed how little a family holiday at The Hides on the beautiful Northumberland coast in Seahouses will cost… View details
Group Accommodation In Malvern
June 17th 2025
Boundless Outdoors offers group accommodation in the beautiful Malvern Hills. A perfect stop off point for those long cycles, group… View details
Suffolk farmstay for Cathedral Cycle Route cyclists
June 16th 2025
Are you inspired by the wonderful Cathedrals Cycle Route and looking for an accessible route? You can hop on a… View details
Cathedrals Cycle Route farmstay in Suffolk
June 16th 2025
We've got a 5-10% discount for cyclists looking for somewhere to stay along The Cathedrals Cycle Route. Our Old Brooder… View details
Iona Lane – Live Music Gig – Saturday 21st June
June 14th 2025
We look forward to welcoming back this Glasgow based folk singer to the Brick Barn for an evening of wonderful… View details
Special Offers & Late Availability
The Garden House – Summer 2025 Holiday Offers
June 21st 2025
Looking for the perfect summer escape with friends or family? The Garden House in Stamford is ideal for large group… View offer
Special Offer: Savings for Independent Hostels website users (thats you)
June 16th 2025
Use code IHG25 when staying at the Wild Valley Bunkhouse to get money off. For example save £30 on a… View offer
SUMMER DATES
June 13th 2025
Looking for a last-minute escape, a peaceful group retreat, or a place where memories are made and screens are swapped… View offer
A peaceful space to fill in Princetown this August with discounts for stays of two or more nights.
June 11th 2025
Bachelors Hall has summer availability for groups or families looking for a peaceful and comfy space to stay. Good location… View offer
Cornwall in August?
June 11th 2025
We still have some availability in August at YHA Boswinger? If you’ve seen the Salt Path movie and want to… View offer
Summer in Snowdonia
June 10th 2025
Pentre Bach Bunkhouse has plenty of summer availability during the week and weekends. We welcome solo travellers, small groups on… View offer
Late Availability in Woodland Retreat Near Bristol
June 10th 2025
Come and stay in Goblin Combe Lodge, set in the midst of ancient woodland and just 20 minutes south of… View offer
Away from the crowds, unwind and enjoy the Peace this July and August
June 10th 2025
With inside and outside space, Yealand Old school is the perfect peaceful getaway.Very reasonable prices, sole use of a lovely… View offer
Spend your summer in Snowdonia and stay at Plas Isa Dolgellau
June 10th 2025
"Time is intended to be spent, not saved" - Alfred Wainwright What are you waiting for? If you're looking forward… View offer
Family Holiday Heaven-in a shipping container.
June 9th 2025
It’s remote, wild and, off season, pretty much empty. But if you are prepared to make the journey here, the… View offer
Last minute summer adventure in the Cairngorms
June 8th 2025
Last minute summer availability at The Glenbeg Bunkhouse, self catered accommodation tucked away in the heart of The Cairngorms National… View offer
August Bank Holiday, and Summer Fun at Blakedean.
June 6th 2025
Looking for an adventure this Summer? Blakedean Scout Hostel has availability over summer and for the long weekend, offering the… View offer
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