Adjacent to a golf course, YHA Bath - Hostel offers an inviting retreat in the heart of Bath. Enjoy 18 holes of golf, relax in the garden or coffee shop, and unwind with laundry facilities and secured bicycle storage. Guests rave about breakfast at Restaurant.
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 56 min drive
Oldfield Park Station - 6 min drive
Bath Spa Station - 20 min walk
Bath (QQX-Bath Spa Train Station) - 20 min walk
Restaurants
The Ram - 17 min walk
Plug and Tub - 15 min walk
Lime Tree - 17 min walk
Sotto Sotto - 17 min walk
Mús - 18 min walk
About this property
YHA Bath - Hostel
YHA Bath - Hostel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Thermae Bath Spa. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free offsite parking within 164 ft
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hot springs nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Bike storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Adjacent to a golf course
Reception hall
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 3.95 for children
Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Bath - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at YHA Bath - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near YHA Bath - Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Restaurant.
What's the area around YHA Bath - Hostel like?
YHA Bath - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from University of Bath and 10 minutes' walk from Kennet & Avon Canal.
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Reviews
YHA Bath - Hostel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
8.4
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2025
A room with a view
It was my first time staying at one of the YHA hostels in bath. Their service was great! They have a self catering kitchen and great food and meals daily. The rooms were very clean and it had a great view of the city. Highly recommend it. 10/10
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Very lovely vibe, felt very safe and all staff were welcoming.
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
The property location and the staff service is very good
virat
virat, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
Bath
Good although because it was so hot not the best sleep
Zoe
Zoe, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 7, 2025
Great kitchen for self catering. Excellent location. Amazing staff.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2024
Very nice stay. The hostel il clean and the staff is kind and helpful
Simone
Simone, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Excellent choice for one day trip. Near nantional trust foot path and skyline point. Easy to get by bus from train station, and friendly staffs with great passion.
Yuanchen
Yuanchen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2023
Good for the price if you only want a room for the night
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Older couple hostel stay.
Nice hostel for visiting Bath. Having meals available there was a big plus. Lots of families and older couples staying while we were there. No complaints.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 4, 2022
We spent one night there. Hostel nice and clean
Gabriela
Gabriela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Very quiet
David
David, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2023
Family friendly
Helpful staff. Excellent kitchen with everything you need. Lots of family friendly space and spread out enough so not too hectic.
Merryn
Merryn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2024
Amazing view over Bath from this YHA. There’s a comfortable large lounge area as well as a big kitchen dining area where you can use microwaves to cook (there are no hobs.) very friendly, lots to do so returning in summer 😊
Katherine
Katherine, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2023
Good staff and very polite and helpful, while the rooms did not have any towels, shampo, but clean and lovely place.
Saeed
Saeed, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2024
This was a nice place to stay and the staff was very accommodating especially when I lost my key card but it's a dorm at the end of the day and you're sleeping in the same room with a bunch of other guys. Facilities were well maintained and the falling of breakfast was pretty tasty but an extra cost
mark t
mark t, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 3, 2025
Its a nice hostel with reasonable pricing.
The location is not the best to get into the City since it's up on the mountain, but that means that it's incredibly quiet there! It's also good for hiking.
There is a communal cooking space, but we were surprised that there is no stove there. That means you can only cook with an oven or a microwave.
Valentin
Valentin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Great property with good facilities. Such a shame there is no parking on site. However there was parking on the main road nearby. Tried to book again but a lot more expensive which is a shame.
Mrs Rachel
Mrs Rachel, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 22, 2025
Don’t stay in room next to front door, noisey and could not sleep until other guests slept after 2am. Don’t pay for that experience.
Liz
Liz, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2023
The ensuite family room was perfect for my needs. The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was reasonable. The building was updated and refurbished to keep the original features.
Kyoko
Kyoko, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2025
The location, while out of the main part of town, had a bus stop at the front driveway and the buses were really easy to use. Much easier than trying to drive in Bath. I didn’t have to wait long for the buses either, they seemed relatively frequent.
The bed was comfortable with nice views.
Mum and I stayed in seperate private rooms. Her room was quiet. I had some noisy neighbours near mine which was frustrating but to be expected when staying in a hostel.
The staff were friendly and very helpful.
The setting is beautiful with lovely views over Bath.
The kitchen facilities were excellent. Clean and had everything we needed.
Only thing that I wasn’t happy with was the laundry facilities. There was only one washing machine and dryer and they were not commercial grade… the washing machine had a ‘mixed’ cycle that was over 2 hours long. Having said that I was able to get my washing done and I was glad they had some facility for this.
I would definitely stay here again.
Megan
Megan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 28, 2024
Good value for Bath
Plus: Warm and dry, and hot water in the showers. Also met some lovely people.
Cons: Some of the guests and staff are not so lovely. Some of the men were discussing their experiences with prostitutes in the kitchen (there were children in the room) and one of the guests in my dorm was trying to pick up arguments, talking very loudly, slamming doors etc. Another one was on the phone (in the dorm) until nearly 11pm. There were people drinking alcohol inside the hostel (not sure whether they bought it from the bar or not).
Helene
Helene, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 28, 2024
Sewage
Poop smell.
I thought the 1st time we stayed here they just needed to empty the sewage, it was worse this time; sewage smell gets worse after people shower. It’s disgusting.
But in the rooms and the grounds are great
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2023
Honest detailed review. Great stay
Absolutely great stay and stunning location. We traveled as a group of friends and booked the private room. All the facilities and and service staff was just wonderful and welcoming. I would say the private rooms could be a little bigger in size but that's not a problem. Everything was clean and beautifully maintained. The priory itself was beautiful in and around the grouds. The kitchen and self catering area was great, spacious and well equipped with all utensils cutlery and multiple ovens. There is no induction or stove if anybody needs that detail. We were able to cook a lot of things in the ovens and kitchen space. Walk to the hostel from bath city centre is very scenic but it is quite uphill so i would not recommend walking with bags. Over all a great stay and highly recommended.
Mohammad Ziauddin
Mohammad Ziauddin, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 2, 2023
Issues with the check in.
I had an issue when checking in as the bed had been 'double booked' by 2 different platforms (hotels.com and expedia.com). I arrived before the other person but it took just over 1 hour for the staff to force the system to allocate the bed to me and the other person had to sleep on a sofa!
At least I didn't have to pay twice: that nearly happened to me with a camping site near Calne (they claimed the monies were not in their bank account!) and with a backpackers' hostel in Oradea (in Romania - same story: they claimed the payment hadn't gone through).
There is a large kitchen (microwaves only) however it is very busy in the morning. Some of the bins (kitchen and toilets) didn't seem to be emptied on a daily basis. Otherwise the hostel was clean, if a bit noisy during the day, and some people in my dorm chatted (to other people in the dorm, or on their phone) until well after 10pm. It's OK for a short break, provided you don't have to get up early in the morning!