Featuring 178 hostels and bunkhouses in England, 98 in Scotland and 61 in Wales

Independent Hostels offer ideal accommodation for groups, families and individuals involved in outdoor activities and independent travel. They have private rooms, flexible lengths of stay and self catering kitchens designed for groups. Perfect for reunions of families and friends and only 5% of the hostels are affiliated to the Youth Hostel Association YHA.

Use our FREE search facility and regional maps (look right) to get up-to-the minute information on hundreds of bunkhouses, bunk barns, hostels, backpackers, camping barns and group accommodation centres in England, Wales and Scotland.  We pride ourselves on working closely with Independent Hostels UK, Scottish Independent Hostels, Sustrans and the Long Distance Walkers Association to bring you quality accommodation in unique locations.

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