New Year’s Eve is a great time to get away with friends.
There are bunkhouses and hostels in stunning locations all over the UK and those shown on this map have availability for New Year 2019.
You can choose between mountains, seaside or village locations, or take a city break in one of our city centre hostels and be right where the action is at the strike of midnight.
Hostel and bunkhouse accommodation has self catering kitchens and there are often large tables ideal for group dining.
Hire the whole hostel for your group and have a great value New Year holiday.
All the accommodation below is available this New Year 2020 / 2021
Ackers Residential Centre (ARC) is a purpose built accommodation centre set in 70 acres of semi rural land just 2 miles from the centre of Birmingham. Perfect for The Sea Life Centre, Cadbury World, Thinktank, The Bull Ring shopping centre, National Motorcycle Museum & the NEC. With 9 sleeping rooms, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, dining area and a rec room with TV, DVD, games and comfy seating. Ackers Adventure provide instructor led outdoor activities on site which can be incorporated into your stay.
After a long day of adventures, why not rest your weary head in an Edwardian police house hostel?
Conveniently located in the centre of Blaenau Ffestiniog. There is a self-catering kitchen, a drying room and secure bike / climbing gear storage.
CellB is the perfect place to recover, recuperate, and soak up the vibrant landscape.
Set in a beautiful secluded valley in Dartmoor National Park, Bachelors Hall offers groups of all kind the chance to experience the freedom of the moor and the vastness of the landscape. Formerly run by the YHA, it was completely refurbished in 2019. Sleeping 60 across 6 rooms and 2 pods it is centrally heated with a commercial kitchen and large separate dining room/classroom. Outdoor activities can be organised if required.
Preseli Venture 5 star eco lodge is your perfect New Year escape for groups of family or friends, sleeping 20-40 people over 11 bedrooms with delicious freshly prepared meals and well-stocked bar.
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In the Three Peaks area of the Yorkshire Dales, The Dalesbridge has 8 stylish B&B rooms, 8 cabins with bunks, 4 glamping pods & over 100 camping pitches. There’s a cosy bar with log burner & wood fired pizzas at weekends. Two large conference rooms, catering services & a unique event tent makes Dalesbridge ideal for many events and conferences. The stunning local area is perfect for walking, caving & climbing.
Welcome to the highest hostel in the Scottish Highlands. Located in the picturesque village of Tomintoul on the Cairgorm circular MTB route. This 4star 24 bed hostel is a mecca for mountainbikers roadbikers and walkers. There is free WiFi, a fully equipped self catering kitchen & dining area, dorms and ensuite private/family rooms and a small walled campsite. Drying room, bike wash & storage. All bedding provided.
Great Langdale Bunkhouse is situated amidst some of the finest mountain scenery in England with access to mountain biking, cycling, walking, fell running and climbing.
The bunkhouse has 18 single beds divided into 3 twin rooms and 2 rooms of six (all bunk beds). The rooms are simple but comfortable and each room has a double plug socket. The bunkhouse has biomass central heating throughout so its toasty warm with an endless supply of hot water and powerful showers.
Situated on a delightful family owned farm, this 4* youth hostel provides family/child friendly accommodation for groups or individuals. The hostel is 8 miles from Salisbury & 5 miles from Stonehenge. Cooked breakfasts are available & packed lunches & evening meals can be pre-booked.
Guests receive half price admission to the Rare Breeds Farm. Why not also book a vineyard tour & purchase a bottle of home grown sparkling wine? Guests need their own transport.
Situated in the village of Claxby in the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this low cost hostel has a well equipped kitchen and good sized communal area. Within easy reach of Lincoln, Gainsborough, Scunthorpe and Grimsby. The perfect location for: walking, cycling, field studies, outdoor pursuits, educational activities and conservation projects. Popular with family groups, schools, scouts, guides, walkers, cycling groups and other organisations. Ideal for groups wanting a break in beautiful rural surroundings.
A homely, high quality, bunkhouse for individuals, extended families or groups on a working farm. The large social area is ideal for reunions or celebrations. There are 7 family bedrooms including one downstairs for disabled. Perfect for exploring Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Brecon Beacons, Cambrian Mountains and the Gower. Walker, cyclist, dog & equestrian friendly. Village pub close by.
Astor York is set in a beautiful Grade II listed building just minutes’ walk to the historic centre!
With a huge cosy lounge & dining areas, free WiFi throughout the building and every room en suite, Astor York is the perfect base for exploring the incredible historic centre of York. There is also a bar on the property if you fancy a drink with friends, or to meet fellow travellers, and a kitchen where you can cook your own food if you are on a budget!
Close to the idyllic fishing village of Ullapool in a peaceful rural setting with lots of wildlife.
A perfect base for climbers & walkers with 22 Munros and many other hills in the area. Next to Lael Forest Gardens which is renowned for its wildlife. The bunkhouse is ideally located for touring the North West Highlands with easy access to the areas of Torridon and up to Assynt.
Comrie Croft is a perfect rural retreat for mountain bikers, hikers, families & backpackers, just over an hour from Edinburgh & Glasgow. The 4* hostel offers cosy, home style rooms which are also available for sole use & weddings. On-site facilities include café, bike shop, lots of mountain bike trails, family-friendly valley routes and a farm shop. A footpath takes you to the vibrant village of Comrie & gives access to stunning glens and mountains.
Perfect for the Pennine Way or C2C cycle route. In the lovely village of Garrigill, the bunkroom above the village hall sleeps 8 with bedding hire available. Larger groups can BYO bedding and use the hall itself where 12 camp beds are available. There is free WiFi, a well equipped kitchen, showers and drying room. It makes the ideal long distance walk/C2C stop over.
See in the New Year with a bang at Craignure Bunkhouse on the Isle of Mull. Up to 20 friends and family can enjoy a celebration to remember on this most beautiful Scottish island.
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This purpose built 4* centre is quietly tucked away in Rhoscolyn, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Anglesey Coast. Just 5 mins' walk to the sandy beach at Borthwen and a stone's throw from the Anglesey Coastal Path. Perfect for friends & families, outdoor groups, schools and universities. Your ideal base for kayaking, climbing, sailing, walking, bird watching or beach holidays. Careful energy use is encouraged, with composting and recycling. Nearby Holyhead has ferry links to Ireland.
Nestled in the peace of the Ennerdale Valley, overlooking Ennerdale Water, The Wild Wool Barn provides luxury bunkhouse accommodation for 6 (plus 6 camping). Traditional wood-burning stove, electric heating, cooker and shower marry tradition with luxury. With no mobile signal or WiFi The Wild Wool Barn is a true chance to get away and explore the rarely visited Western Lakes.
Close to Dovedale, the Manifold Valley Cycle Trail, Carsington Water, AltonTowers and the Roaches Rocks (great for climbers). Ideal for quiet group get-togethers/parties, families, cyclists, walkers, DofE, Scouts, school groups and team building. Camping in the comfort of a remote cosy barn with log burning stove, fully plumbed in toilet and hand wash basin. No electric and no distractions, it is the perfect place to switch off from the hassles of a hectic life. BYO all camping equipment.
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Situated in the town of Callander at the start of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Callander Hostel is a great location for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts alike. With outstanding views over Ben Ledi this Visit Scotland 5* Hostel has comfortable beds, en suite rooms and a fully equipped self-catering kitchen. Everything you need for the perfect retreat. On the Rob Roy Way, Heart200 and NCR 7.
In the stunning North Pennines AONB, England’s last wilderness, perfect for lovers of the great outdoors such as walkers and cyclists. Isaac’s Tea Trail passes through the site, directly on the C2C and with bicycle hire (including electric bikes) available nearby. Pre-booked breakfast and evening meals can be provided for larger groups. The campsite has tiered pitches to enhance the views across the Nent valley. Electric hook-ups available in the car park.
Lockerbrook Farm provides remote accommodation for groups of 15 to 38 people with with stunning views across Snakes Pass to the Peak District Edges.
Sleeping is in three large dorms and five smaller rooms. There is a large kitchen and dining area, ideal for groups to self cater and an enormous activity room with lounge area and a splendid wood burning stove. Catering can be provided.
Set in 12 acres of its own ancient woodland, Rookhow provides a simple and comfortable retreat for families, friends and groups. A small, cosy hostel converted from stables of the nearby Quaker Meeting House (available as an extra space for group activities).
Near Coniston, Windermere & Grizedale Forest. Rookhow is the perfect base for walking, mountain biking or for workshops or training events.
Brown Rigg Guest Rooms offer luxury hostel accommodation in the Northumberland National Park. Close to Bellingham, for Kielder Water & Forest Park, it is also directly on the Pennine Way & 400m to the Sandstone Way, Reviers Route & Pennine Cycleway. The 6 double guest rooms can be booked alongside the 4 lodges. A function hall & outdoor activities are available on site.
In the centre of the village of Newbrough, this community run bunkhouse sleeps 22 across 3 dorms. Facilities include
2 shower/WC rooms, 2 sink areas & a small equipped kitchen. A large communal area is available to groups by arrangement. With footpaths leading directly to Hadrian’s Wall, approx 3 miles away, it is popular with walkers. While for cyclists the Sandstone Way & Hadrian’s Cycleway pass right by.
Ledgowan Lodge bunkhouse is adjacent to the hotel. Perfectly located, it is within easy driving distance of the Torridon and Fannich Mountain ranges while Fionn Bheinn Mountain is on the doorstep. The bunkhouse sleeps five in five private rooms. There are cooking facilities for self-catering in the bunkhouse. Guests are welcome to use the hotel facilities when available.
With its own crags, streams, lakes & 100-acres of mature woodland, Shining Cliff Hostel has nature on its doorstep. Access is half a mile from the nearest parking area along a rough woodland footpath. Paths lead through the woods to the A6 at Ambergate (20 mins’ walk) which has a food shop, pub, buses and trains to Derby. The hostel is ideal for a wide range of groups wishing to enjoy time away in a peaceful woodland setting.
A warm welcome & great value accommodation in Oban for singles, couples, families & groups. Enjoy a large self-catering kitchen, spacious lounge, comfortable rooms & big beds. Corran House is perfect for exploring Argyll & the inner Hebrides & is close to the bus, train & ferry. Downstairs try Markie Dans bar for tasty meals, live music & Highland hospitality.
Once a Victorian village school, the Lawrenny Hostel is superbly placed for exploring South Pembrokeshire. Warm, clean and comfortable, with modern facilities, the accommodation is ideal for individuals or groups, training courses or events. The adjoining village hall is also available to rent and there is a community shop, pub and an award-winning tearoom nearby.
Surrounded by the fells & valleys of the North Pennines, Carrshield Camping Barn offers basic accommodation for 18 across 3 rooms, each with a wood-burner and a wooden sleeping platform. There’s a separate cooking area & a composting WC. BYO stove, utensils & sleeping bag/mat. Perfectly located it’s on the Isaac’s Tea Trail, C2C cycle route and close to a number of mountain bike routes. Camping may be available.
Don't miss out this year and book with Plas Isa in Dolgellau Snowdonia, now!
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Caban Cysgu has a large hall for celebrating New Years Eve and a selection of pubs 10 minute walk away. There are plenty of local walks straight from our doorstep to clear the head after the celebrations!
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Family run and friendly, Derwentwater Independent Hostel is a Georgian mansion in 17 acres of grounds with stunning mountain views. Just 2 miles from Keswick, close to the Coast to Coast route and the delights of Borrowdale, it makes a great base for individuals, families, groups and conferences. The hostel has plenty of space in & out for you to use and relax in. Home-made food is available.
Farm House (£624 per night, minimum 3 nights) and Lodge (£780 per night, minimum 3 nights) available 23-26 Dec. Woodlands (£207.90 per night, minimum 3 nights) & 2 The Woodlands Cottage (£126 per night, minimum 2 nights) available 23 Dec - 3 Jan. All accommodation buildings have their own kitchen and dining room to cook that festive meal and you get sole use of the building. There are 2 pubs in the village, a short walk away.
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Deepdale Backpackers offers a range of comfortable, private, en suite rooms, plus single sex dorms. All bedding is provided, BYO towels. Facilities include a large well equipped kitchen, communal dining area & living room, underfloor heating throughout & laundry/drying facilities. More accommodation is available for groups at Deepdale Groups Hostel (also in the guide) which is on the same site.
Situated in the heart of the North Pennines, Allenheads Lodge is an excellent venue for outdoor activities or relaxing in the peaceful countryside.
An ideal accommodation stop on the C2C cycle route it’s just 47 miles from the North Sea coast. Comfortable and well equipped, the lodge has 24 beds in four rooms, central heating, individual toilet and showers and a large kitchen/dining room. The lodge also boasts hot showers, drying facilities, bed linen and secure bike storage.
This island bunkhouse sleeps 16 people and is well equipped for groups, with two large tables in the dining area. The Isle of Coll's amazing beaches look wonderful at anytime of year. The Bunkhouse is next door to Coll's community centre and across the road from the Coll Hotel public bar, a great place to see in the New Year in with local people. Not to be missed is the New Year day shinty match.
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Whether you’re a lone cyclist or a group of walkers you will love discovering this cosy, clean and comfortable accommodation with breathtaking views of Cader Idris and Cardigan Bay.
Handy for Cycle Route 8, the Cambrian Way & Mawddach Trail and at only £15 per night Bunkorama is an ideal place to make a stopover or spend a few days exploring the mountains, rivers and beaches of the Cambrian Coast.
Sanachan Bunkhouse, in Kishorn, is the perfect base for walking, climbing, kayaking, cycling & sailing in Wester Ross. After a fun-filled day, your group can return to a warm bunkhouse, comfy bunks, hot showers and simple living. There is parking for six cars and beds for twelve, split between three rooms (please bring a sleeping bag).The bunkhouse is well equipped for self-catering, with enough tables & chairs for everyone. Laundry/drying, outside recreation and BBQ.
Why not hire a hostel or bunkhouse this New Year?
New Year’s Eve is a time for celebrating with friends and family. Why restrict yourself to a small New Year’s celebration, when you can hire a whole hostel or bunkhouse and invite everybody? Hostels and bunkhouses offer great value New Year accommodation for groups of all sizes. What fun it will be to meet all together in your hostel, in a new and exciting location. With the hard work and stress of Christmas behind you, now’s the time to relax and unwind. Traditionally of course, New Year celebrations are alcoholic in nature. But they needn’t be. You could spend the day blowing away the Christmas cobwebs walking on beautiful deserted beaches or in rugged mountain scenery. Then spend the evening cooking and eating together and relaxing in front of the warmth of a log burner. You could always stay in a picturesque rural market town and join in with local quirky New Year’s traditions. Alternatively stay in one of our city hostels and hit the sales or take in the culture.
New Year accommodation at Gauber Bunkbarn
There are hostels in all sorts of wonderful locations and in all shapes and sizes.
You are sure to find the accommodation are looking for.
You can choose to stay in mountains, seaside or village locations. Or take a break in one of our city centre hostels and be right where the action is as the strike of midnight. There are bunkhouses and hostels in stunning rural locations all over the UK. The ones shown on the map above all provide accommodation with availability this New Year for you to hire exclusively. But please don’t delay. Accommodation at New Year gets booked up quickly. Act now to avoid disappointment.
All the hostels and bunkhouse have self-catering facilities. The great advantage of self-catering accommodation is that it allows you to be flexible over meals. Eat in if you fancy, or go out for a treat. The self-catering kitchens allow your group to share the cooking. The great variety of New Year accommodation means there will be something perfect for your group or extended family, whatever their size or room requirements. With large dining rooms and big pans in the kitchens, the group accommodation provided by bunkhouses and hostels is perfect for sharing a meal together. There are often large tables, ideal for group dining. Kids love the freedom of a large house or converted barn to explore. While adults enjoy the opportunity to relax without worry. Always be sure to check that the hostel has the facilities you need when you book.
New Year accommodation with large dining tables
Hire a hostel this New Year and extend your celebrations over a couple days.
Why not make this New Year extra special. Instead of the traditional New Year’s Eve Party, which is often over all to quickly, you can hire a hostel and spend a couple of days having great fun together. Get out in the fresh air in the daytime and gather together in the evening for a meal together and a few drinks. There are many bunkhouses and hostels within walking distance of a pub or a town centre for the important New Year’s Eve celebration.
Many hostels are located in wonderful surroundings. Ideal for a winter walk. What’s more many hostels are dog friendly, so there is no need to leave your four legged friend behind. ( Please always be sure to check with the hostel before booking).
New year accommodation at Mid Wales Bunkhouse With New Year marking the end of the Christmas holidays many people use our New Year accommodation to get away for a few days before starting the daily routine again.
Tips for a great New Year Eve celebration and house party in our New Year accommodation:-
Make sure to book in advance – As our hostels are very sought after at New Year.
Get everyone together -To discuss what food you are all taking, whose cooking which meals and plans for places to explore.
Plan to enjoy the fresh air and rural settings – Pack your winter coats and boots as there are numerous beautiful places to explore around our hostels.
Research where you are going – There are numerous fun activities to take part in around our hostels, so there’s no excuse for staying indoors all the time. If you are unsure of where to look or need ideas just ask the hostel you are staying at. They will all be very happy to help.
Blow the Christmas cobwebs away- Most of our hostels are situated in areas of breath taking natural beauty- with astonishing walks. Why not plan to go on a family walk on New Year’s Day?
Don’t try and do everything- If you are responsible for cooking and hosting the New Year’s house party, then don’t take it all upon yourself. Why not ask other family members or friends to bring different parts of the meal?
Sit back, relax and enjoy New Year.
Warning- You may enjoy it so much you will want to hire a hostel again for next New Year’s celebrations!
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