Nestled amongst mountains, glens, lochs and forests in the Great Glen, Saddle Mountain Hostel is a great location for exploring the great outdoors of the Scottish Highlands. You won’t have to go far to discover our stunning scenery and heritage. Munro bagging, hiking, cycling, paddling, day trips – we have it all! Read more
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Hostels and bunkhouses are taking bookings now for spring 2021 and beyond. Here are the latest reopening details. Much of the accommodation will re-open as soon a Government restrictions allow, having implemented Covid cleaning and social distancing procedures.
Some hostels and bunkhouses are reopening as exclusive use for a limited number of households. At others multiply households can book en-suite bedrooms with social distancing in place in the shared areas.
All over the UK
Hostels and bunkhouses have self-catering facilities and provide great value accommodation for one night or more. They range from rural barns to city houses and are ideal for exploring the outdoors and independent travel.
There have been some temporary changes to the way places operate in the New Normal. We are using News posts to show the latest details for each hostel. Here is all the news about reopening for 2021.
News from the Network
Read the latest natter from hostels and bunkhouses across the UK
Bristol Wing Closed all bookings and arrivals until Spring 2022
April 20th 2021
Sadly The Bristol Wing is still closed to guests and will remain so until Spring 2022. In the meantime, the… View details
Igloo has availability from 1st June 2021
April 20th 2021
Igloo Hybrid, on Market Square, right in the centre of Nottingham, offers great value and comfort. Decorated using up-cycled furniture… View details
Bath YMCA is Looking forward to welcoming you back from 17th May
April 20th 2021
Our housekeeping team is busy cleaning and preparing rooms for your visit. Why not try the YMCA - affordable private… View details
Ackers Adventure is Open For Outdoor Activities
April 20th 2021
Ackers Adventure is open for outdoor activities. View details
Bassenthwaite Parish Rooms accommodation re-opens on 17th May
April 20th 2021
This great base for outdoors enthusiasts at the foot of Skiddaw, is now accepting bookings from two households or a… View details
3 Peaks Bunkbarn Has Re-Opened
April 20th 2021
As of April 12th, 3 Peaks Bunkbarn has re-opened for single households. Restrictions will be lifted further on May 17th… View details
Group self-catering accommodation in the Peak District
April 20th 2021
The Roaches Bunkhouse is reopening from June 21st 2021 View details
Hand Crafts & Artisan Food Fair at Llanfyllin Workhouse
April 20th 2021
Llanfyllin Workhouse (also known as Bunkhouse at the Workhouse) will be hosting the inaugural Crefft Cymru fair on the 29th… View details
Dalesbridge is Open For Cabins, Camper Vans and Motorhomes.
April 20th 2021
As of April 12th Dalesbridge has re-opened for those staying in Pods, Walkers Cabins, Caravans motorhomes and camper vans. Further… View details
Special Offers & Late Availability
Upgraded Accommodation Available for Single Household Bubbles
April 20th 2021
Here at Outdoor Alternative we are delighted to finally be welcoming back our customers in single household bubbles. We have… View offer
Book now for a discounted stay
April 14th 2021
What's better than being able to explore the Scottish highlands? Doing it with discounted accommodation of course! Saddle Mountain is… View offer
We’re reopening on 12th April. 12 acres of woodland to yourselves!
April 10th 2021
Rookhow, Lake District open to one household half price from 12th April View offer
Visit the Isles of Scilly this Spring (‘Aloft’ self catering apartment)
March 28th 2021
Early season weekly availability in our brand new self contained apartment ‘ALOFT’ at Longstone Lodge: 21st to 28th April @… View offer
Summer availability at Longstone Lodge
March 28th 2021
Our comfortable hostel accommodation and self catering apartments have some availability over the summer months. All of our hostel rooms… View offer
Special Offer: For just £90 per night you can have private hire of The Viking Centre.
March 23rd 2021
• Bunk house / hostel accommodation for up to 20 people. • £90 per group per night – unbeatable value.… View offer
Re-opening offer: Book the whole hostel from 12th April at extremely low rates.
March 9th 2021
Special Offer: From 12th April you can book sole occupancy of Lakes Hostel in Windermere at greatly reduced rates. Group… View offer
Check out our special offers in Grasmere
March 4th 2021
End of lockdown discounts at Thorney How Check out our special offers - get 10% off for 2-3 nights or… View offer
Lockdown offer : April to May in the Peak District.
March 1st 2021
We shall be reducing the occupancy numbers down from 15 guests to up to 6 guests for a family household. View offer
Half price 1 household breaks in a secluded corner of the Lake District (from 12th April)
February 24th 2021
A warm welcome to Rookhow bunkbarn. Sole use with 12 acres oak woodland, campfire and outdoor seating. Half price rate… View offer
We are reopening, come and explore the stunning Forest of Bowland
February 23rd 2021
Big discount for 2 night or more stays in our beautiful, rural barn! An ideal spot for walking, cycling and… View offer
Green discounts at Eco Camping Barn
September 11th 2020
Claim a Green voucher worth £3 off your next stay when you arrive at Puttenham Eco Barn by foot, cycle… View offer
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