Right up in Shetland, Gardiesfauld Hostel commands an amazing position on the picturesque shore at Uyeasound.
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At the heart of the National Park and opposite an award winning pub
The Star Bunkhouse in the village of Bwlch is an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park. You can expect a warm and comfortable stay with spacious bedrooms, a homely lounge with a wood-burning stove, books & games, a fully-equipped self-catering kitchen, large dining tables, a cosy snug with extra seating, plenty of hot showers, drying room, outside seating & BBQ area and car park. The bunkhouse sleeps up to 20 people in bunkbeds spread over 6 bedrooms, with private bedrooms suitable for individuals, couples & small groups, or exclusive use for larger groups. Dog-friendly by arrangement. Alongside The Beacons Way long-distance footpath in the gap (‘bwlch’) between the Black Mountains and the Central Beacons mountain range.
The Highlands, Glens and West Coast
Gerrys hostels is an ideal stop over on this 1200km challenging bike ride this July.
Gaveston Hall in the village of Nuthurst near Horsham in West Sussex
We have been an independent hostel for nearly 50 years but only joined IHUK in 2019. We have a rural location on a farm with goats, horses and chickens to feed.
The perfect place to stay for climbing Cader Idris
If you are wanting to climb Cader Idris then there is no better place to stay than Hyb Bunkhouse in Dolgellau. You can start your walk from the front door, then on your return you have the shops, cafes and pubs of Dolgellau literally next door to this quirky, cosy gem of a hostel.
August availability in the countryside, ideal for family holidays.
Earby Hostel is a charming terraced cottage in a Lancashire hill village. It provides ideal exclusive use accommodation for a group of three families.
A sustainable National Trust bothy.
Escape everyday life and submerge yourself in nature.
A romantic get away to Canterbury
Escape to the garden of England. Kent’s rolling field of cherries, strawberries, and hops form the pastoral mise en scene to your romantic weekend…
Multi generation holidays at Falmouth Lodge Backpackers
90 years old today and staying in an Independent Hostel to celebrate with her family!! Could she be the Independent Hostel Networks oldest guest??
An award winning welcome at Llandudno Hostel
Conwy 2017 Business Awards award winning hostel, especially praised for our home from home atmosphere!
Starting the day!
Visitors enjoying fresh herb teas picked from the garden…
Escape to the mountains of Snowdonia at Ffridd Bunkhouse
Ever fancy leaving the stresses of daily life behind? Finding somewhere to rest your head where traffic, crowds, noise and stress become a distant memory?
Lots of weekend availability this Summer for groups at this Peak District Hostel
Boarshurst Centre is one of the Peak District’s best kept secrets. Situated on the northern edge of the Peak District yet just 12 miles from the centre of Manchester with hourly direct trains, it has been loved by the few that know about it for years.
So much to do at Falmouth Lodge, on the South West Coast Path.
Falmouth Lodge is located 2 minutes walk to the Beach. The South West Coast Path runs right by us, so we welcome walkers, and those who adore sea views. Private rooms and small dorms, complimentary tea, coffee and breakfast. Well-equipped kitchen and cosy lounge.
Stay a while
In the centre of Fort William, the Outdoor Capitol of the UK
Seahouses Hostel – Through the Keyhole…
Seahouses Hostel, Northumberland – Our large and spacious lounge is very much the hub of the Hostel; complete with TV, DVD and a selection of books to suit all ages.
Great value food and walkers’ accommodation on the Cape Wrath Trail
It is a day’s walk from Fort William (23 miles on flat loch-side terrain) is Laggan Locks. Just a few minutes’ walk away from the Cape Wrath Trail route is the Great Glen Hostel at Laggan, which provides good value accommodation and meals ideal for walkers.
Climbing and Walking in the heart of the Peak District.
The Peak District is famous for a range of outdoor opportunities. Castleton, Hathersage, Chatsworth and the Derwent Valley reservoirs are all within easy reach of the snug little village of Bamford.
Plan a Group Trip to the Seaside and visit an amazing local pub
The 1912 Centre, sleeping around 20 people, is just 50 metres from a sandy beach and promenade, with cafes, pubs, restaurants and boat launching close by.
On the Lands End to John O’Groats. route
Located in the village of Evanton, Black Rocks Bunkhouse provides ideal accommodation for walkers and cyclists.
