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The 10 Best Hostels in Swansea, UK

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Cwtsh Hostel is located in Swansea, within 2.8 km of Sketty Lane Beach and 23 km of Oxwich Bay. This 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk.

Central location, good views, well equipped kitchen, super friendly staff (a big thank you to Adrian, Chulks and Rowan for making me feel at home!)

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8.2
Very good
1,132 reviews
Price from
£26.73
per night

Neon 160 is situated in Swansea, 2.2 km from Sketty Lane Beach and 22 km from Oxwich Bay. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from Swansea Beach.

At the hostel, all rooms include a desk. All guest rooms feature bed linen.

Nice and I got the value for my money.

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6.1
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573 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Situated 1.4 km from Swansea Beach, OYO The Studio offers 3-star accommodation in Swansea and has a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 500 metres from Grand Theatre, the hostel with free WiFi is also 22 km away from Oxwich Bay. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.7 km from Sketty Lane Beach.

I couldn't get in so didn't stay

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6.3
Review score
70 reviews
Price from
£19.80
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Swansea

  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    Very secure yet central location. One of the best hostels I've been to in terms of privacy in the rooms. 10/10 clever design. Spacious and private dorm. Two bathrooms in the room! Highly recommend. Plus really helpful and welcoming staff on hand 24/7.
    grace
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 17 reviews
    A lovely apartment, in a great location. Well decorated and comfortable. Easy communication, easy to find the keys. We had a small issue on the first night but it was dealt with well by the owner. We were in town to visit family, this was a cheaper alternative to staying in the Premier Inn, and it was a much better choice. We'll probably be back!
    Wendy
    Family with young children
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    A really great hostel, one of the best ive stayed in! room are big and spacious, beds are really comfy, stuff was really friendly and helpful with anything you need! i felt very welcomed and pleased that i could stay there for a week since it was so nice to relax there while also being in a great location! (right in the center next to where all the clubs and bar but not noisy at all)
    Tamar
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    Cheap, easy to access, safe and friendly staff.
    James
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    Very tidy and well run hostel. Would definitely visit again. Great location in the middle of town.
    Ryan
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    Great location and loved the hostel. The pods are awesome and shower facilities are very clean and easy to use.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    Great location right in the centre of Swansea, comfortable rooms with excellent facilities. Great Welsh hostel!
    Matthew
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    Great location near centre. Cheap. Polite.
    Andy
    Solo traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    - Friendly staff - Great location at the top of Wind Street - Close to train and bus station, shops, bars, clubs, beach and loads of restaurants - Great amenities such as full communal kitchen and living room which was very handy even just to warm up for bought earlier - Very clean - Comfortable and felt safe to stay and leave our stuff - Cheap and cheerful
    Georgia
    Young couple
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    Centrally located hostel, easy to reach from the station, with very friendly staff. The hostel has a big kitchen for communal use, which is great for travellers on a low budget and a nice space to hang out. Good value for money.
    Eva-Marlene
    Solo traveller

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