Cool, clean, friendly, and fantastic value, this cosy hostel is right on the iconic coastal trail. Situated in Ilfracombe’s picturesque harbour area, Ocean Backpackers offers all the facilities walkers need for a comfortable stay. There’s a dedicated drying room, and plenty of charging points for your devices. Relax in the spacious living room with free WiFi. Enjoy the well-equipped self-catering kitchen, and browse the hostel’s selection of books and game for a quite night in, or explore restaurants, bars, and cafes on the doorstep. Ocean Backpackers provides the ideal combination of comfort and convenience.

Just because the Southwest Coastal Path stretches over 600 miles from Minehead to Poole, doesn’t mean you’ll never have the time to walk it.

Many people choose to experience this wonderful trail in sections when time and life allows. If your wild camping days are over, but you are still on a budget, Ocean Backpackers Independent hostel is the perfect base from which to explore some magnificent sections on the North Devon coast. Spanning an area of outstanding natural beauty which is home to Exmore National Park and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. incorporating some stunning views, flora and fauna, you will definitely not be disappointed.

The Southwest Coast Path is best walked between March and October. However, July and August are very busy with tourists so If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant rainfall on the North Devon Coast are April and September. So, dig out those walking boots and book and Easer break at Ocean Backpackers.

From Ocean Backpackers you can walk the path to Woolacombe or Croyde or the opposite direction to Coombe Martin. Valley of The Rocks or even Lynmouth. There are regular buses to and from both Woolecombe and CoombeMartin.

Get active in the daytime and enjoy the buzz of the hostel and the vibrant town of Illfracombe by night. Choose spacious private rooms, self-cater or eat out.  There’s lots of secure storage for bikes, boards and boots, a drying room and all bedding is provided.

Ocean Backpackers in Ilfracombe sits at the start and end of the Devon Coast-to-Coast cycle route, making it an ideal base for cycling adventures. Nestled in the picturesque harbour area, this cosy, friendly, and clean hostel offers fantastic facilities for cyclists. There’s a choice of private bedrooms, secure bike storage, and a drying room, along with plenty of books, games, and USB charging points. The well-equipped self-catering kitchen and spacious living room with free WiFi make it a real home-from-home for those who want a relaxed night in. If you’d rather eat out, you’ll find a wide choice of restaurants, pubs, and bars just steps away—perfect for refuelling after a day on the bike.

The Devon Coast to Coast (National Cycle Route 27) is a 99-102 mile scenic, mostly traffic-free route from Ilfracombe (north) to Plymouth (south).

Get active in the daytime and enjoy the buzz of the hostel and the vibrant town of Illfracombe by night.

Choose spacious private rooms, self-cater or eat out.  There’s lots of secure storage for bikes, boards and boots, a drying room and all bedding is provided.