Hostels and Bunkhouses on the Coast : Accommodation by the Sea
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In the UK there are over 100 hostels and bunkhouses by the sea.
From the wild seas of the Cornish Coast to the white sands of the Hebrides you will find hostels and bunkhouses offering self catering accommodation.
Some places have sea views from the self catering kitchens, bedrooms or gardens and many are a short walk from the beach or coastal path.
Coastal hostels and bunkhouses come in all shapes and sizes, from the modern and purpose built to the small and quirky
Bunkhouses and hostels by the Sea
Accommodation on the Coast
A holiday by the sea is perfect for all ages. Children love nothing more than playing in the sand on one of the UK’s thousands of beautiful beaches or stepping into the sea for the very first time. The anticipation of seeing the water for the first time after a long car journey and it making their faces light up is almost worth making the trip on its own. The country’s stunning coastline provides walkers with miles of paths to explore and enjoy. Finding a “hidden cove” where most won’t venture and spending an evening in a peaceful place with just you, the sand, and the waves is an incredibly tranquil experience guaranteed to relax even the most stressful of souls. Hostels by the sea provide an affordable way to stay in some of the UK’s best locations.
Why stay in a hostel by the sea?
Each bunkhouse and hostel by the sea is unique. They come in all shapes and sizes, from just 4 or 6 beds to over 100. Some are in modern purpose-built buildings, whereas others have been converted from former schools, barns, fisherman’s cottages, or country houses. Some hostels and bunkhouses by the seas offer extra accommodation in yurts or bell tents. Others allow camping on their grounds. Why not take time to explore the map?
Have a look at the map of the coast of Britain and see for yourself all the wonderful places you can stay. Remember lots of hostel and bunkhouse accommodation can be booked for as short a period as one night. So it is perfect for stop-overs to break your journey or for a touring holiday. But many guests prefer to stay for longer, to make the most of the idyllic locations so many of these hostels and bunkhouses are in.
Hostel and bunkhouse accommodation often includes small private rooms, which are perfect for families or couples. While large family gatherings and groups of friends often book the whole hostel out on a sole use basis. So they can enjoy having the whole building and all its facilities to themselves.
What to do
Staying in a hostel by the sea allows you to take part in some amazing activities that only the coastal areas of the country can offer. Water sports are prevalent in coastal towns. Sailing on the open ocean is an unmissable experience. Surfing in Cornwall is exhilarating but if you’re looking for a more relaxing day then why not go fishing? You might even catch your dinner.
Wildlife lovers are spoiled for choice, you could go looking for rare sea birds that make their home on the cliffs and shorelines or out to sea on a guided tour and the astounding local knowledge will guide you to see seals and other creatures that call the British coastline their home. Although the most reliable way to get up close and personal with British wildlife is to buy some local, delicious fish and chips and then wait for the inevitable seagull raid to take place.
Please remember that our hostel and bunkhouse accommodation on the coast does get booked up quickly, especially in the school holidays. So don’t be disappointed, start your search now and book your hostel or bunkhouse before it’s too late.