Corris Hostel, Old School, Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9TQ

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Stunning ex Youth Hostel in Corris, Snowdonia

Perfect up to 40 bed venue for group activity, education and large family celebrations, Corris Hostel offers a very special atmosphere that disengages the stresses of the outside world. The award winning hostel is renowned as a spiritual haven with its easy going atmosphere with local paintings and art, chill out areas, cosy wood fires and a library. Homely large common room ideal both for gatherings and educational studies. Fibre hi-speed Wi-Fi. Outside the terraced landscaped gardens provide an inspirational environment for even the largest groups. Nestled in the foothills of Cadair Idris, the hostel enjoys splendid views overlooking Corris Village in the Dulas valley, situated in the Snowdonia National Park. Down river are the Dyfi Biosphere nature reserves and miles of golden beaches at Aberdyfi, while the lofty Cadair Idris nestles in the next valley. The Centre for Alternative Technology is also close by. With numerous walking trails and off road cycle roads, it is a Mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. The Dyfi Bike Park, designed by former world champion Dan Atherton is just 3 miles down the valley.
Perfect for schools, education groups, family celebrations and groups of all kinds, Corris hostel is a haven from the stresses of the outside world with its caring staff & cosy wood fires. Enjoy the gardens with BBQ & campfire areas. Situated in Snowdonia National Park close to Cadair Idris, the Centre for Alternative Technology and just 3 miles from the new Dyfi Bike Park, a mecca for trail bikers. A real paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. CAMRA pub close by.
Perfect up to 40 bed venue for group activity, education and large family celebrations, Corris Hostel offers a very special atmosphere that disengages the stresses of the outside world. The award winning hostel is renowned as a spiritual haven with its easy going atmosphere with local paintings and art, chill out areas, cosy wood fires and a library. Homely large common room ideal both for gatherings and educational studies. Fibre hi-speed Wi-Fi. Outside the terraced landscaped gardens provide an inspirational environment for even the largest groups. Nestled in the foothills of Cadair Idris, the hostel enjoys splendid views overlooking Corris Village in the Dulas valley, situated in the Snowdonia National Park. Down river are the Dyfi Biosphere nature reserves and miles of golden beaches at Aberdyfi, while the lofty Cadair Idris nestles in the next valley. The Centre for Alternative Technology is also close by. With numerous walking trails and off road cycle roads, it is a Mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. The Dyfi Bike Park, designed by former world champion Dan Atherton is just 3 miles down the valley.

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    43: 1x18, 1x10, 1x6, 1x4, 1x double+2, 1x double+1,

  • Open:

    All year by arrangement

  • Price per night:

    Groups only. Minimum 2 nights, 3 nights Bank Holiday. From £450 per night mid week

  • Booking:

    Phone or email to check.

  • Directions:

    GR 753 080. We are in the mountain village of Corris, 6 miles north of Machynlleth. At Braich Goch turn off A487 into Corris. At Slaters Arms pub turn left, hostel is 150m uphill just beyond a small residents car park. Guests' cars are requested to unload by hostel and park in (free) main carpark in village, only couple mins walk away.

  • Public Transport :

    Transport: Buses 30, T2, 34 and X28 pass Machynlleth train station on the Cambrian Coast line with connection to Aberystwyth and Birmingham. Buses 30 and T2 to Corris.

  • Walks :

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks Traws Eyri Lon Las Cymru Snowdonia way Glyndwr's Way Trans Euro Trail
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Facilities

bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
gFully heated
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
jShowers
[WiFi
tWithin 1 mile of NCN
ZDogs by arrangement
wGroups Only
9Best Price Guarantee

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News & Offers from Corris Hostel

Corris Hostel – Supporting School Visits for Over 30 Years

September 4th 2025

With decades of experience, Corris Hostel offers flexible support for school visits. We provide a risk assessment and can assist with your planning, offering local advice and activity contacts. The hostel has a self-catering kitchen, fully equipped for groups bringing their own cooks, and Tesco/Asda deliveries are available. Pupils can enjoy the hillside forest garden for play and exploration.

Risk Assessments & Local Support

  • The hostel provides its own risk assessment

  • Staff can assist teachers in preparing their own assessments

  • We offer local knowledge, advice on activities, and useful contacts

Self-Catering Facilities

  • Fully equipped kitchen for groups bringing their own cooks

  • Tesco and Asda home delivery available directly to the hostel

Outdoor Spaces

  • Barbecue area available for group use

  • Hillside forest garden ideal for pupil play and outdoor learning

Corris Hostel
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Group accommodation on the Traws Eyri route.

April 2nd 2024

If you are doing the Traws Eyri with a large group of friends or with your mountain biking club, then put Corris Hostel on your accommodation list. Sleeping groups of 15-40, this award-winning hostel offers an easy going atmosphere with local paintings and art, chill out areas, cosy wood fires and a library. Stay an extra day and visit the Dyfi bike park, just 3 miles down the road.

The exterior of corris hostel is very pretty and full of fresh flowers
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Youth hostel retro experience

January 21st 2015

Corris Hostel left the youth hostel association in 2004 even when it was a youth hostel it was something extra special. An independently owned youth hostel, artistic, quirky and caring.

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