{"id":104497,"date":"2018-10-31T10:54:00","date_gmt":"2018-10-31T10:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=104497"},"modified":"2018-10-31T10:54:00","modified_gmt":"2018-10-31T10:54:00","slug":"best-hostels-in-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"The 15 best hostels in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>How to find the best hostels in the UK for your trip<\/h2>\n<p>Welcome to the UK \u2013 home of afternoon tea, overt politeness and the longest serving monarch in the world. But there\u2019s a lot more to the United Kingdom than Buckingham Palace and \u2018pleases&#8217; and \u2018thank yous&#8217;. There\u2019s no end of diverse places and experiences waiting for you between these shores. It may be small, but this just means that you could be hiking in the Scottish Highlands one day and partying in the bright lights of London the next. You might think that the UK isn\u2019t the most budget-friendly destination, and well, you\u2019d be somewhat correct. But, stay in any of these fantastic hostels to massively cut the costs of your UK trip, whilst making friends with countless other backpackers along the way \u2013 win win! Whether you\u2019re a solo traveller, one half of a wanderlust-fuelled couple or a Brit wanting to explore a bit more of your own back yard, we have the best hostels in the UK for you here!<\/p>\n<h2>Jump straight to:<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#best-hostels-in-the-UK-for-solo-travellers\" class=\"post links\">Best hostels in the UK for solo travellers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#best-hostels-in-the-UK-for-couples\" class=\"post links\">Best hostels in the UK for couples<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#best-party-hostels-in-the-UK\" class=\"post links\">Best party hostels in the UK<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#best-hostels-in-the-UK-with-private-rooms\" class=\"post links\">Best hostels in the UK with private rooms<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#best-city-centre-hostels-in-the-UK\" class=\"post links\">Best city centre hostels in the UK<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#best-of-the-rest-UK-hostels\" class=\"post links\">Best of the rest UK hostels <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-hostels-in-the-UK-for-solo-travellers\">Best hostels in the UK for solo travellers<\/h2>\n<p>Thanks to its small size, safety and extensive transport links it couldn\u2019t be easier to travel the UK on your own \u2013 although we all know you\u2019re never really alone when you stay in hostels. The UK has hundreds of them; stay in one of these and you might even meet a travel buddy for life.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Wombats-City-Hostel-London\/London\/88047\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Wombat\u2019s City Hostel, London<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104499 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - wombats city hostel\" width=\"875\" height=\"581\" \/> Wombat\u2019s is a consistently busy hostel that\u2019s a great place\u00a0to mingle with fellow backpackers \u2013 in fact, it was our most popular hostel in London for 2018! Ease off any solo-travelling nerves as soon as you arrive with a free welcome drink, and if you feel like carrying on there\u2019s bound to be someone in the common room up for checking out the famous nightlife in nearby Shoreditch. Wombat\u2019s\u2019 great location is also within walking distance of some of London\u2019s most exciting sights including Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cosy hangout area<\/li>\n<li>Buzzing bar<\/li>\n<li>Private shower\/toilet facilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 7 Dock Street, London, E1 8LL \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Whitechapel (East London) \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station: <\/b>Tower Hill underground station<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Wombats-City-Hostel-London\/London\/88047\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Wombat&#039;s City Hostel now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/YHA-Brighton\/Brighton\/86655\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">YHA, Brighton<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104501 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-YHA-Brighton.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK -YHA Brighton\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" \/> This charming seaside hostel knows that even solo travellers need a bit of privacy sometimes, which is why they offer single occupancy private rooms for you to recharge in. Don\u2019t worry though, there\u2019s still plenty of opportunities to meet other travellers for a beer in their chill-out bar or over a pizza from their on-site restaurant. Their prime location is perfect for exploring the best of Brighton, from its quirky city centre to iconic seafront. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>En-suite facilities in every room<\/li>\n<li>Beach location<\/li>\n<li>On-site pizza restaurant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> Old Steine, Brighton, BH1 1NH \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Brighton train station<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/YHA-Brighton\/Brighton\/86655\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at YHA Brighton now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Hatters-Hostel-Liverpool\/Liverpool\/29275\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hatters Hostel, Liverpool<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104505 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Hatters-Liverpool.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK -Hatters Hostel Liverpool\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/> You might arrive to Hatters Hostel as a solo traveller, but after experiencing one of their famous Liverpool pub crawls you\u2019ll have plenty of new friends \u2013 and stories to tell! The hostel puts on social events 6 nights a week and their friendly, fun staff will make you feel part of the family. You\u2019ll love Liverpool\u2019s mad nightlife, but on the evenings you don\u2019t feel like making the 5 minute walk to the city centre we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll find something going on in the hostel bar, games room or BBQ area. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Free food nights<\/li>\n<li>Amazing location<\/li>\n<li>Legendary pub crawls<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 56-60 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5SD \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> City centre \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Liverpool Lime Street<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Hatters-Hostel-Liverpool\/Liverpool\/29275\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Hatters Hostel Liverpool now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-hostels-in-the-UK-for-couples\">Best hostels in the UK for couples<\/h2>\n<p>The UK can hold its own against the likes of France and Italy as a romantic destination \u2013 no, seriously! From the idyllic natural landscapes of Ireland to the cobbled streets of Edinburgh or the swanky restaurants of London, there are plenty of places in the UK that will inspire your inner Casanova.\u00a0 And the romance doesn\u2019t have to stop just because you\u2019re in a hostel \u2013 these ones are tried, tested and loved by couples.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Palmers-Lodge-Swiss-Cottage\/London\/14348\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage, London<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104508 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Palmers-Lodge-London.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage London\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Set in a grand, historic mansion, Palmers Lodge is certainly not your average hostel. Couples love it because after spending a night playing beer pong in the pub downstairs, they can bypass the dorms and head for their own double bedroom with en suite. Those looking for a quintessentially English experience will appreciate its original Victorian architecture and exposed brickwork \u2013 very Jane Eyre! Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Games room<\/li>\n<li>Deluxe private rooms<\/li>\n<li>On top of a traditional English pub!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 40 College Crescent, London, NW3 5LB \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Hampstead (North London) \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Swiss Cottage underground station<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Palmers-Lodge-Swiss-Cottage\/London\/14348\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Skyewalker-Hostel\/Isle-of-Skye\/21222\" class=\"post links\">Skyewalker Hostel, Isle of Skye<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104510 size-full post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Isle-of-Skye.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - skywalker hostel\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>What\u2019s more romantic than sleeping in a private hut under the stars? Skyewalker Hostel offers exactly that; it\u2019s a rural escape in the Scottish Highlands that\u2019s a total dream for couples seeking a little isolation. Explore lush green landscapes, learn Scottish folk music and even go whale\u00a0and dolphin watching at the local beach. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Glass dome for stargazing<\/li>\n<li>Unspoiled natural beauty<\/li>\n<li>Summer BBQ area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> IV47 8SL \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> There is a bus stop outside the hostel but plan your journey in advance as public transport is sporadic!<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Skyewalker-Hostel\/Isle-of-Skye\/21222\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Skyewalker Hostel now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/St-Christopher-s-Village\/London\/502\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">St Christopher\u2019s Village, London<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104515 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-St-Christophers-London.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - St. Christophers village\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" \/> This multi-award winning hostel gives couples the best of both worlds. Whether you choose to spend your evening partying in their nightclub Belushi\u2019s or watching a game in their underground sports bar, you\u2019ll be able to retire to your own space at the end of it \u2013 without having to sacrifice that unbeatable hostel atmosphere! Top tip: if you book in advance, ask for the room with the view of The Shard. \ud83d\ude0d Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Legendary burgers<\/li>\n<li>Amazing parties<\/li>\n<li>Close to Borough Market (foodie heaven!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 165 Borough High Street, London, SE1 1HR \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Borough\/London Bridge underground stations<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/St-Christopher-s-Village\/London\/502\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at St Christopher&#039;s Village, London now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-party-hostels-in-the-UK\">Best party hostels in the UK<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re here for a good time, not a long time, or just want to see if us Brits can really drink as many pints as we claim, these are the hostels for you. Get ready for some late nights, happy hours and banging tunes.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/NosDa-Hostel-and-Bar\/Cardiff\/29372\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">NosDa Hostel &amp; Bar, Cardiff<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>NosDa means \u2018good night\u2019 in Welsh, which is what you\u2019re guaranteed to have at this buzzing hostel on the River Taff. Not only does it have a lively bar, it\u2019s also a music venue that sees performances from local bands several nights a week. Who says no to a free gig?! If you\u2019re lucky enough to be in Cardiff for a rugby game (but can\u2019t stretch to a ticket) there\u2019s no better place to watch it than on the hostel\u2019s big screen. The Welsh are passionate about their sport and the atmosphere at NosDa is electric. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Live music<\/li>\n<li>Beer festivals<\/li>\n<li>Central riverside location<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 53-59 Despenser Street, Cardiff, CF11 6AG \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Cardiff Central<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/NosDa-Hostel-and-Bar\/Cardiff\/29372\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at NosDa Hostel &amp; Bar now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Hostel-One-Camden\/London\/283734\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostel One Camden, London<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104530 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-hostel-one-camden.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - Hostel One Camden\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/> What better place to get your drink on than a traditional London pub? That\u2019s where you\u2019ll find Hostel One. The staff here will help you to experience London\u2019s nightlife scene, as they lead different alcohol-fuelled outings every night of the week. Just make sure you take advantage of their daily happy hours first, as well as your free dinner \u2013 they\u2019d rather you save that food budget for partying! Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Iconic location in Camden<\/li>\n<li>Drinking games<\/li>\n<li>Run by backpackers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 2 Southampton Road, London, NW5 4HX \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Camden \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Chalk Farm\/Camden Town underground stations<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Hostel-One-Camden\/London\/283734\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Hostel One Camden now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Euro-Hostel-Glasgow\/Glasgow\/563\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Euro Hostel, Glasgow<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104536 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Glasgow-euro-hostel.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - Euro Hostel Camden\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" \/> Glasgow\u2019s nightlife is some of the best in the UK, and Euro Hostel\u2019s bar is where a lot of backpackers and Glaswegians choose to kick off their night. After you\u2019ve loaded up on cheap drink deals, Glasgow is your oyster \u2013 and this hostel is the shiny pearl at its centre, being only a stone\u2019s throw from the most exciting bars and clubs. You might have a fuzzy head in the morning, but we\u2019re sure an all you can eat breakfast buffet for \u00a35 will help. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Amazing location<\/li>\n<li>Live sports shown<\/li>\n<li>Chill-out rooms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 318 Clyde Street, Glasgow, G1 4NR \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Central \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Glasgow Central<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Euro-Hostel-Glasgow\/Glasgow\/563\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Euro Hostel Glasgow now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-hostels-in-the-UK-with-private-rooms\">Best hostels in the UK with private rooms<\/h2>\n<p>We get it; sometimes when you\u2019ve been on the road a long time all you crave is a bit of quality time with number one. That\u2019s where these hostels come in handy \u2013 they all have excellent private bedrooms that our guests love.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Generator-Hostel-London\/London\/510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Generator Hostel, London<\/a> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104537 size-full post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-generator-London.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK -Generator Hostel London\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Seasoned European travellers will know all about Generator Hostels. This one is the original and offers several comfy private rooms. Our guests describe it as a \u2018well-organised hostel with good and professional staff\u2019 and say they love \u2018meeting people from around the globe\u2019 in its \u2018lively, atmospheric bar\u2019. It\u2019s in the perfect location for anyone who\u2019s bucket list includes catching a West End show (and having their own cosy room to return to afterwards). Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Delicious food<\/li>\n<li>2 for 1 happy hour<\/li>\n<li>Free walking tours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 37 Tavistock Place, London, WC1H 9SA \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> West End \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> King\u2019s Cross St Pancras<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Generator-Hostel-London\/London\/510\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Generator Hostel London now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Edinburgh-Backpackers\/Edinburgh\/5001\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Edinburgh Backpackers, Edinburgh<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>This hostel may be smack bang in the centre of Edinburgh, but you won\u2019t need to worry about getting a great night\u2019s sleep in your newly renovated private bedroom. Don\u2019t be tempted to spend too much time in there though as you\u2019ve got a lot of Edinburgh to see \u2013 starting with the free city tour offered by the hostel. You\u2019ll still have plenty of opportunities to socialise with other travellers, like over a game of pool or darts in the busy common room. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Incredible location<\/li>\n<li>Knowledgeable staff<\/li>\n<li>Games room<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 65 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1BU \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> City centre \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Edinburgh Waverly<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Edinburgh-Backpackers\/Edinburgh\/5001\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Edinburgh Backpackers now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Wombats-City-Hostel-London\/London\/88047\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Wombat\u2019s City Hostel, London<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104538 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London-1.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - wombats city hostel\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/> Wombat\u2019s is no one trick pony \u2013 they also have some fantastic private rooms. And if you\u2019re a traveller who likes their creature comforts, you\u2019ll be impressed to hear that they\u2019re two-time winners of our cleanest hostel worldwide award! We\u2019re guessing you\u2019ll also want to spend a few extra pounds on their all-you-can-eat continental breakfast? Yep, we thought so. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cosy hangout area<\/li>\n<li>Buzzing bar<\/li>\n<li>Welcome drink<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 7 Dock Street, London, E1 8LL \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Whitechapel (East London) \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Tower Hill underground station<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Wombats-City-Hostel-London\/London\/88047\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Wombat&#039;s City Hostel now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-city-centre-hostels-in-the-UK\">Best city centre hostels in the UK<\/h2>\n<p>Hostels for the backpacker who values convenience and hasn\u2019t got time for blisters. Perhaps you\u2019re making a brief visit and want to be in the heart of the city, or just want to save on hefty taxi fares, these hostels are so centrally located you\u2019ll be able to do most of your sightseeing by looking out the window.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Castle-Rock-Hostel\/Edinburgh\/551\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Castle Rock Hostel, Edinburgh<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104541 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Edinburgh-castle-rock.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - castle rock ediburgh\" width=\"875\" height=\"546\" \/> If you\u2019re one of the many travellers who visits Edinburgh for a taste of history then look no further than Castle Rock Hostel. This 200-year-old building is just a one minute walk from Edinburgh Castle, Old Town and the many sights and attractions of the Royal Mile. Be warned that there\u2019s a steep hill to climb up to Castle Rock, but you\u2019ll be rewarded with unmissable views and breath-taking sunsets over the city. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Free tours and events<\/li>\n<li>Movie room<\/li>\n<li>Environmentally friendly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 15 Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2PW \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> City centre \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Edinburgh Waverly<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Castle-Rock-Hostel\/Edinburgh\/551\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Castle Rock Hostel now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/SoHostel\/London\/92473\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Sohostel, London<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104544 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Sohostel-London.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - sohostel london\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/> Vibrant, modern, colourful \u2013 three words to describe this stylish hostel and its surrounding neighbourhood of Soho in the heart of London. Prepare to (window) shop \u2018til you drop with Oxford Street just minutes away or be dazzled by the bright lights of Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus. You may be at the centre of London\u2019s poshest nightlife, but your budget will stay winning with half price drinks and cocktail specials on the rooftop bar! Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Karaoke nights<\/li>\n<li>Arcade games<\/li>\n<li>Pamper room<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 91 Dean Street, London, W1D 3SY \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Soho \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Tottenham Court Road underground station<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/SoHostel\/London\/92473\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Sohostel now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/The-Bristol-Wing\/Bristol\/282010\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">The Bristol Wing, Bristol<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-104548 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Bristol-Wing.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - The Bristol Wing, Bristol\" width=\"875\" height=\"582\" \/> Spending a night in the police station is every backpacker\u2019s nightmare \u2013 apart from those who\u2019ve stayed at The Bristol Wing. This hostel inside Bristol\u2019s refurbished ex-police headquarters is ideal for a quirky stay in Bristol city centre. It\u2019s received rave reviews from our guests, who love its excellent cleanliness, chilled-out vibes and fantastic food. And best of all, their profits go towards helping homeless youth in Bristol. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Award-winning caf\u00e9<\/li>\n<li>Environmentally friendly<\/li>\n<li>Relaxed atmosphere<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 9 Bridewell Street, Bristol, BS1 2QD \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Bristol Temple Meads<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/The-Bristol-Wing\/Bristol\/282010\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at The Bristol Wing now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"best-of-the-rest-UK-hostels\">Best of the rest UK hostels<\/h2>\n<p>A few honourable mentions that we just couldn\u2019t leave out\u2026<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Astor-York\/York\/285938\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Astor York, York<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105171 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Astor-York-657x875.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - Astor York\" width=\"657\" height=\"875\" \/> This beautiful Grade II listed hostel building is ideally located just minutes from York\u2019s famous historic centre, so it couldn\u2019t be easier to explore the city\u2019s biggest draw. And trust us, there\u2019s a lot to explore; so you\u2019ll appreciate Astor\u2019s picturesque garden\/patio area, cosy common room and fully stocked bar to recuperate in after your busy days! They also offer breakfast, provided you make a small \u00a31 donation to a local charity. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Historic location<\/li>\n<li>Steam room<\/li>\n<li>\u00a31 breakfast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 124 Holgate Road, York, YO24 4BB \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> York\u2019s historic centre \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> York railway station<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Astor-York\/York\/285938\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Astor York now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Global-Village\/Belfast\/43490\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Global Village, Belfast<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105172 size-full post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Belfast-Global-Village.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - Global Village, Belfast\" width=\"875\" height=\"546\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Our guests absolutely love the \u2018friendly and helpful\u2019 staff at Global Village, who they say go \u2018above and beyond\u2019 to make travellers feel at home and \u2018ignite friendships\u2019 by arranging nightly pub outings. They\u2019re just one of the reasons why this lively hostel won our award for the best in Northern Ireland! It\u2019s located among the bustling student pubs and bars of Belfast\u2019s Queen\u2019s Quarter, so you\u2019ll never go thirsty, and when you want to explore the rest of the city their expert staff can help you to book the perfect tour. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Beer garden<\/li>\n<li>Games consoles<\/li>\n<li>Communal BBQs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 87 University Street, Belfast, BT7 1HP \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Queen\u2019s Quarter \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Botanic train station<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/Global-Village\/Belfast\/43490\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at Global Village now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/YHA-Liverpool\/Liverpool\/6989\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">YHA Liverpool, Liverpool<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105173 size-full post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Liverpool-YHA.jpg\" alt=\"best hostels in the UK - YHA Liverpool\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Alert \u2013 another award winner! The recently refurbished YHA Liverpool won our 2018 award for the best hostel in England, so we could hardly leave them out, could we? With a fantastic waterfront location on Liverpool\u2019s famous Albert Dock, this hostel is close to the city centre, Tate Gallery and Beatles Story. In fact, any travellers coming to Liverpool for the latter will love this hostel\u2019s \u2018Fab Four\u2019 themed interior! You\u2019ll meet other backpackers in the YHA bar; the best place for a relaxed drink before you step out into the craziness of Liverpool\u2019s nightlife scene. Hostel highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accessible facilities<\/li>\n<li>On-site restaurant\/bar<\/li>\n<li>Tour desk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe0 <b>Address:<\/b> 25 Tabley Street, Liverpool, L1 8EE \ud83c\udfd8 <b>Neighbourhood:<\/b> Baltic Triangle \ud83d\ude8d <b>Nearest station:<\/b> Liverpool Central<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hosteldetails.php\/YHA-Liverpool\/Liverpool\/6989\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Book your stay at YHA Liverpool now<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<h3>Keep reading!<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Best hostels in London<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-edinburgh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Best hostels in Edinburgh<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-scotland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Best hostel in Scotland<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to find the best hostels in the UK for your trip Welcome to the UK \u2013 home of afternoon tea, overt politeness and the longest serving monarch in the world. But there\u2019s a lot more to the United Kingdom than Buckingham Palace and \u2018pleases&#8217; and \u2018thank yous&#8217;. There\u2019s no end of diverse places and&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":59,"featured_media":136923,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9499],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-104497","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hostel-tips","wpbf-post"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>The Best Hostels in the UK for any Type of Traveller - Hostelworld<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Read our guide to the best hostels in the UK for any kind of traveller. From party hostels, to hostels for couples we have the best UK hostels here!\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The Best Hostels in the UK for any Type of Traveller - Hostelworld\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Read our guide to the best hostels in the UK for any kind of traveller. From party hostels, to hostels for couples we have the best UK hostels here!\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Hostelworld Travel Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Hostelworld\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2018-10-31T10:54:00+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"875\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"581\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Hostelworld Blog\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@hostelworld\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@hostelworld\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Hostelworld Blog\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"15 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Hostelworld Blog\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/89f92ac649ae03999dbaa05d9e44187c\"},\"headline\":\"The 15 best hostels in the UK\",\"datePublished\":\"2018-10-31T10:54:00+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/\"},\"wordCount\":3073,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2018\\\/10\\\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Hostel Tips\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/\",\"name\":\"The Best Hostels in the UK for any Type of Traveller - Hostelworld\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2018\\\/10\\\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2018-10-31T10:54:00+00:00\",\"description\":\"Read our guide to the best hostels in the UK for any kind of traveller. From party hostels, to hostels for couples we have the best UK hostels here!\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2018\\\/10\\\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2018\\\/10\\\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg\",\"width\":875,\"height\":581},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/best-hostels-in-uk\\\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Travel Blog\",\"item\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"The 15 best hostels in the UK\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"name\":\"Hostelworld Travel Blog\",\"description\":\"Cheap Travel and Backpacking Tips\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Hostelworld\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\",\"url\":\"\",\"contentUrl\":\"\",\"caption\":\"Hostelworld\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/logo\\\/image\\\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\\\/\\\/www.facebook.com\\\/Hostelworld\",\"https:\\\/\\\/x.com\\\/hostelworld\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.instagram.com\\\/hostelworld\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.pinterest.co.uk\\\/hostelworld\\\/\",\"https:\\\/\\\/www.youtube.com\\\/hostelworld\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/#\\\/schema\\\/person\\\/89f92ac649ae03999dbaa05d9e44187c\",\"name\":\"Hostelworld Blog\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/71a8f83baf138a7f715ebbf9f6d7a5aff8e683433fa04dee232d84f9708bae0f?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/71a8f83baf138a7f715ebbf9f6d7a5aff8e683433fa04dee232d84f9708bae0f?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\\\/\\\/secure.gravatar.com\\\/avatar\\\/71a8f83baf138a7f715ebbf9f6d7a5aff8e683433fa04dee232d84f9708bae0f?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Hostelworld Blog\"},\"description\":\"Hostelworld is a leading global Online Travel Agent focused on the hostel market. We have been helping travellers get the experience they dream of since 1999. Meet the world...\",\"url\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.hostelworld.com\\\/blog\\\/author\\\/hostelworld-blog\\\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"The Best Hostels in the UK for any Type of Traveller - Hostelworld","description":"Read our guide to the best hostels in the UK for any kind of traveller. From party hostels, to hostels for couples we have the best UK hostels here!","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"The Best Hostels in the UK for any Type of Traveller - Hostelworld","og_description":"Read our guide to the best hostels in the UK for any kind of traveller. From party hostels, to hostels for couples we have the best UK hostels here!","og_url":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/","og_site_name":"Hostelworld Travel Blog","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Hostelworld","article_published_time":"2018-10-31T10:54:00+00:00","og_image":[{"width":875,"height":581,"url":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Hostelworld Blog","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@hostelworld","twitter_site":"@hostelworld","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Hostelworld Blog","Est. reading time":"15 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/"},"author":{"name":"Hostelworld Blog","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/89f92ac649ae03999dbaa05d9e44187c"},"headline":"The 15 best hostels in the UK","datePublished":"2018-10-31T10:54:00+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/"},"wordCount":3073,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg","articleSection":["Hostel Tips"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/","url":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/","name":"The Best Hostels in the UK for any Type of Traveller - Hostelworld","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg","datePublished":"2018-10-31T10:54:00+00:00","description":"Read our guide to the best hostels in the UK for any kind of traveller. From party hostels, to hostels for couples we have the best UK hostels here!","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/UK-best-hostels-2018-Wombats-London.jpg","width":875,"height":581},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/best-hostels-in-uk\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Travel Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The 15 best hostels in the UK"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/","name":"Hostelworld Travel Blog","description":"Cheap Travel and Backpacking Tips","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"Hostelworld","url":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"","contentUrl":"","caption":"Hostelworld"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Hostelworld","https:\/\/x.com\/hostelworld","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hostelworld","https:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/hostelworld\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/hostelworld"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/89f92ac649ae03999dbaa05d9e44187c","name":"Hostelworld Blog","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/71a8f83baf138a7f715ebbf9f6d7a5aff8e683433fa04dee232d84f9708bae0f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/71a8f83baf138a7f715ebbf9f6d7a5aff8e683433fa04dee232d84f9708bae0f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/71a8f83baf138a7f715ebbf9f6d7a5aff8e683433fa04dee232d84f9708bae0f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Hostelworld Blog"},"description":"Hostelworld is a leading global Online Travel Agent focused on the hostel market. We have been helping travellers get the experience they dream of since 1999. Meet the world...","url":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/author\/hostelworld-blog\/"}]}},"lang":"en","translations":{"en":104497,"fr":211508,"it":251920,"pl":235062,"da":237810,"nl":251960,"sv":246372,"tr":243636,"cs":249287,"fi":251874,"ko":265676,"ja":257059,"ru":257019,"zh":256969,"br":232322,"pt":275655,"de":1280233,"es":1284414,"nn":1287923},"brizy_media":[],"pll_sync_post":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/104497","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/59"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=104497"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/104497\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/136923"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=104497"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=104497"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=104497"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}