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Bath YMCA Reviews

International House, Broad Street Place, Bath, England

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Reviews of Bath YMCA

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80%

I really liked this hostel. Comfortable. Well run. Most staff were good. Great discounts with attached gym. And breakfast was awesome. No wifi in bedrooms, but common area was comfortable and friendly.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 18 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 31-40
  • (6 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at the YMCA. All guests can use the gym and sauna during their stay at a reduced rate. We look forward to seeing you again if visiting Bath. Best wishes Bath YMCA

66%

It had a great location, but the rooms were very plain and small. Good for a cheap couple of nights.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 18-24
  • (4 reviews)


83%

Gd value for the amount paid


96%

The rooms were comfortable and not too small (there was even a desk and chair in our three person room). Bathrooms were relatively clean and have several stalls for showers and WC so there was not a problem with lines to use the facilities in the morning. The price of the full English breakfast (2.50) was AMAZING. Too bad the wifi is not available from the rooms. If the wifi fails unexpectedly, make sure to bring it to the attention of the person at the desk so he can reset the router.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 15 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 41+
  • (2 reviews)


83%

The hot water in the ground floor Ladies' shower was NEVER hot, the upstairs ones were lovely.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


90%

Nice and big hostel.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 18-24
  • (6 reviews)


90%

I booked for a three-bed room and from the net I had understood that there would be an en-suite bathroom. It turned out that there was only a wash basin, with female shower room & toilet far from the bedroom - even the male shower/toilet was closer - which was inconvenient. Bath YMCA should've described facts on its website rather than putting a misleading info.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Indonesia
  • Mixed Group 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your comments we appreciate all feedback as it enables us to improve our service. We have adjusted the wording on the hostelworld website to make it clear we have no ensuite rooms. We hope to see you again if you are visitng Bath. Regards Bath YMCA

100%

lovely staff - good breakfast, awesome location - couldn't of asked for better. the one thing was the heating -it was a bit chilly but all good thanks x

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments. On the evening you stayed we did have a problem with our heating - our maintenance team were call out at 8.30 pm to rectifiy the problem. We hope this did not hamper your stay. We look forward to seeing you again if you are visiting Bath. Regards Bath YMCA

63%

Quiet hostel in a good location. Staff are friendly. The dorm I was in desparately needs repainting. Security could better - dorm doors close very slowly if you don't know to pull them closed behind you. Shower curtains are almost see-through so take an extra sheet or sarong to throw over the curtain. Overall, not a bad hostel, but has the potential to be much better.


76%

This hostel is a gem in the centre of Bath! I was looking for a room to stay in for one night over a romantic weekend with my boyfriend and everything was already booked or incredibly expensive!! This hostel was perfect, we had a private room which was very affordable and as close to the town centre as you could be really. I was so surprised when I found this online and very pleased when I got to the hostel.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • France
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and we exceeded your expectations of what a hostel can be. We look forward to seeing you again if you are visiting Bath. Regards Bath YMCA

73%

Pleasantly surprised at the standard of the accomodation. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments, our staff go out their way to make guests feel welcome. We look forward to seeing you at Bath YMCA again. Regards Bath YMCA

86%

Hostel was 'exactly as it said on the tin'. Basic but very clean, comfortable and friendly in an excellent location. Can't fault the service or price. Will use the Bath YMCA again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 25-30
  • (2 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments. We look forward to seeing you again when you visit Bath. Regards Bath YMCA

80%

Good experience despite small beds and very noisy night. Due to friendliness and efficiciency of staff and cleanliness.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


96%

I was really impressed with the hostel - clean rooms and helpful staff, while based in central bath. I'd recommend it to other people looking for accomodation in bath (we stayed for a city break)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 25-30
  • (7 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments. Staff go out their way to make guests feel welcome, we look forward to seeing you at Bath YMCA if you are visiting Bath. Regards Bath YMCA

90%

The staff are lovely, very friendly and helpful.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


90%

bathing facilities and bed sheet are clean and good. staff are friendly. hope more food variety available


83%

Private room was extremely clean, possibly best hostel accommodation I have stayed in.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at the YMCA, we hope to see you again if you are visiting Bath.

90%

Friendly and helpful staff, excellent security and sparkling clean hostel. Enjoyed my stay very much. Thanks.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Hong Kong
  • (Gender undisclosed)
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments, We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again if you are visiting Bath.

80%

The staff were very welcoming and helpful, the accomodation was clean as was the bathroom and restaurant. I also liked the security aspect of having the key fob to get into the bedroom area as well as your room key.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your positive comments. Our staff go out of their way to make sure guests enjoy their stay. We look foward to seeing you again if you are visiting Bath.

83%

Dear Sirs, I stayed in your hostel couple of weeks ago and I was very pleased of the facilities, which has been provided. My and mine friend we stayed for two nights and second night I was disturbt by other guest from room above ours.I went there to sort it out,because after one hour hearing moving furniture in the middle of night was not great. What very suprised me was that one of your staff went upstairs to sort it for me, which I was very pleased. I am glad that they helped me. Marie

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Czech Republic
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


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  • 21 Jan 2012 (100%)
  • I would go back anytime, really great place!
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