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The 10 Best Hostels in Ilfracombe, UK

Some of the best backpacker spots in Ilfracombe

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A 1-minute walk from Ilfracombe harbour, Ocean Backpackers is an independent Devon hostel providing private rooms and a communal kitchen and living area with Wi-Fi. This hostel is a short walk from the town centre and welcomes guests of all ages.

Well organised and above all clean! Jimmy and his team have been really welcoming, they made the difference

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8.6
Excellent
450 reviews
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$36
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Ilfracombe

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews
    Perfect for our needs Mum struggles with mobility - absolutely no problem- all on one floor Lovely and spacious Great location for ilfracombe , woolacombe and surrounding areas Great pub almost on site - lovely friendly staff
    clare
    Family with young children
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 79 reviews
    The Well House is a fabulous little place that contains everything you need for a weekend stay. The under floor heating kept it at a cosy temperature. The bed was comfy, the shower great and we especially liked the boiling water tap. Great location.
    Keith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $81.08
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,556 reviews
    Great location, large bedrooms. Nice cooked breakfast.
    Adriana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $95.09
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 902 reviews
    Great location, nice room with a four poster bed, helpful staff and a very good cooked breakfast. We'd happily stay at the Britannia again!
    Rastelli
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $81.08
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,556 reviews
    Great location, staff helpful and friendly. Clean, lovely towels and spotless bedding.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 6 reviews
    Great location, close to shops and easy walk into the town and the sea front. The house was a good size, bedrooms were big and perfect for two families and three children, though you could squeeze more in if needed as there was also a pull out bed and single bed in with bunk beds. Open plan living and dining room offer great social space.
    Simon
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $81.08
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,556 reviews
    Great location and lovely staff. Nice to have an elevator. Good size room, new bathroom, new bedroom furniture. Quiet and safe.
    Kezziejay
    Solo traveler
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 598 reviews
    Great location. safe parking area. Large room. Nice hot shower. Comfortable bed Very friendly helpful people. Lovely breakfast Highly recommended
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $100.73
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 450 reviews
    Friendly and efficient receptionist.Pretty much what you would expect from a British hostel: small rooms with as many bunk beds put in them as possible, thin pillows, presentable cooking facilities and a charge for borrowing a towel (only in the UK it seems that people on a budget can't be trusted) ! If you are walking the south west coastal path this place is perfect crash pad what with its town centre location, nearby food options and the footpath continues nearby.
    Guy Rocyn Jones
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $100.73
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 450 reviews
    Lovely family room, great location, so close to the harbour, clean and tidy, nice vlean kitchen on the same floor. Kids loved the bunk beds!
    Sophie
    Family with young children