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Bath YMCA Reviews

International House, Broad Street Place, Bath, England

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73%

Nice place to stay, a bit hidden off the street so make sure you know exactly where it is before you get there! There is no kitchen, which is a bit disappointing, but breakfast is included in the room price. Car parking is expensive and problematic in Bath, so if you can, avoid bringing a car in.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 11 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Couple 25-30
  • (10 reviews)


100%

I stayed at the Bath YMCA with three friends on 11/11/2011. We are all professionals in our late thirties so did not know what to expect. We need not have worried, the reception staff were good, the room clean, the showers were clean and hot and the beds were bunks but really comfy. We had a four person room. It's not the Hilton but for twenty pounds we could not have asked for better. I'd stay there again without hesitation. Only nearby off street parking is multi storey which is twelve quid.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Wales
  • Male 31-40
  • (1 review)


93%

A little difficult to find, but overall a good stay. As a solo female traveler, I felt safe, and its location within the city of Bath is excellent. Also, in comparison to other hostels, I felt as if they provide excellent bedding.


90%

The YMCA Hostel in Bath was a lovely place - my visit there was fantastic. The hostel staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The only critique for the place is in the dorm rooms there is only one outlet and it was in high demand from everyone who was staying there.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


86%

Hostel was in an excellent location and was a very comfortable place to stay in. Room was clean and comfortable and breakfast was basic but very good. Staff were polite and helpful and I would recommend this hostel to anyone wanting basic affordable acommodation of a high quality

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


73%

The qaulity of breakfast can be better.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Taiwan
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


90%

This hostel is very clean and I liked it.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 41+
  • (2 reviews)


63%

terrible smell of the carpet and a fake fire alarm at 2:45 am !!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 04 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Hungary
  • Mixed Group 31-40
  • (2 reviews)

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Will investigate the carpet smell. Apologies for the fire alarm going off, it transpired that a guest staying had opened the fire exit door looking for his room.

86%

it's warm, clean, quiet (except for the night before i leave, sounds like a birthday party), location is very good.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Taiwan
  • Female 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


100%

Another wonderful stay. The staff were really helpful and friendly. The room and all the facilities were spotless. The breakfast was delicious. Bath YMCA is an ideal, central base to visit Bath's many wonderful attractions. We will certainly stay there again. Excellent value for money.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Couple 41+
  • (2 reviews)

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Thank you for your positive comments, the staff go out their way to ensure guests enjoy their stay. We look forward to seeing you again if you are visiting Bath. Best wishes Bath YMCA

76%

The accomadation in Bath is very expensive so I choose the Bath YMCA for the price and the great location. It has lived up to both.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


90%

The rooms were too hot and airless at night. Better to have cool room and lots of bedding. Staff were lovely.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Mixed Group 41+
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
We have found that the majority of guests prefer a warm room. It's quicker to cool a room down by opening the window and turning off the radiator, than it is to warm a room up. The rooms at the rear of the building also get cooler than those at the front as the sun hits the front.

83%

Right in the center of town with good clean rooms and comfortable beds.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 27 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Couple 18-24
  • (16 reviews)


63%

I stay in a single room which located on first floor and my room window just facing the garden, it's a bit noisy when others seating there.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Hong Kong
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


80%

Excellent location, beds very small if over 6ft.Quite expensive considering no private wash facilities, travelodges etc could be better value for money.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


83%

We felt very confortable and safe. Most people of the staff were very helpful and friendly. We could use Internet in their computers very easily. Good breakfast . There were families with young children, young people and elder ones. A friendly and respectable atmosphere. Hot water and clean bathrooms all the time. Definitely I would go back.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Argentina
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


76%

Good location and great to have a gym attached. Would like Wifi throughout entire hostel.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


83%

enjoyable stay.conveniently situated in the centre of bath.warm and clean hostel with comfortable bunk beds. helpful and polite staff. would stay at this hostel on another occasion.


93%

We had a wonderful stay at Bath YMCA. The staff were extremely welcoming and accomodating. Such a central location, close to all the sites and some delicious eateries. While the decor is now a little aged, the hostel was immacutely clean and cared for. A little noisy at times, but hey it's a hostel. Loved that it was so family welcoming, had a 24 hour reception and offered breakfast as part of the package. We'll definitely be back!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

PROS: Great location! The building is just a few minutes away from the city's main attractions, shopping centers, and restaurants!!! Staff was lovely!!! Bath was lovely!!! Overall, LOVELINESS!!! CONS: Internet could be improved, such as access in the rooms instead of having to go down to the lobby with only 2 wall outlet chargers. Maybe a shampoo/wash for the carpets every now and then? Or none at all...looks a little dingy.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


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