YHA National Forest - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel in Swadlincote with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Terrace/patio
Cafe
Interior
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 6.75 per person)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
48 Bath Lane, Moira, Swadlincote, England, DE12 6BD
  • Donisthorpe Woodland Country Park
    16 min walk
  • Lakeside Bistro & Tearoom
    13 min walk
  • Willington Station
    25 min drive
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    33 min drive

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

5 Bed Private Room Ensuite including Double Bed

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

4 Bed Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 Bed Private Room Ensuite including Double Bed

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Swadlincote

At YHA National Forest - Hostel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Donisthorpe Woodland Country Park and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Saltersford Wood Country Park. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Swadlincote hostel you'll find Donington Park Racing Circuit.

What's nearby

  • Ashby de la Zouch Castle - 9 min drive
  • Twycross Zoo - 10 min drive
  • Catton Hall - 16 min drive
  • Donington Park Racing Circuit - 21 min drive
  • National Memorial Arboretum - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Polesworth Station - 19 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside Bistro & Tearoom - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Conkers - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gresley Old Hall - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Andy's Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cricketts Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

YHA National Forest - Hostel

Hostel in Swadlincote with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at YHA National Forest - Hostel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Swadlincote hostel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
YHA National Forest - Hostel offers 23 accommodations. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • National Forest Cafe

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and from GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA National Forest Hostel Swadlincote
YHA National Forest Hostel
YHA National Forest Swadlincote
YHA National Forest
YHA National Forest - Hostel Swadlincote
YHA National Forest - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at YHA National Forest - Hostel?

Yep, YHA National Forest - Hostel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does YHA National Forest - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YHA National Forest - Hostel?

No, YHA National Forest - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at YHA National Forest - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at YHA National Forest - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

YHA National Forest - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

K.Coulson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good all round.
Did exactly what it said on the packet, comfy, good parking, helpful staff, lovely breakfast. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good basic accommodation
Basic rooms, clean bedding. Take a towel. Quite noisy Saturday night but Sunday was quieter. Breakfast is particularly good and a vegetarian option is also available. Pre-booking is necessary. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

D

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised by the YHA. Sure, you don't get a kettle or a TV in your room - so it is a little Spartan but it was quiet, clean and had individual rooms available with a shower and toilet. The local area was quiet and picturesque. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for walking to local attractions. Friendly, helpful staff. Shane about the noisy families next door keeping me awake til two in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall for the price it was sublime
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
I cancelled the booking however refused to refund me
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice grounds with a real country feel. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely placed YHA on the edge of the National Forest so plenty of good walking and cycling around. Dinner and breakfast is available and is of a good standard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great facility and very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting
Beautiful setting, so mush to see and do locally. All the amenities you need. Nice and clean, staff really friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal for the National Forest Trails
Basic accommodation but clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. Ideally situated right next to the trails of the National Forest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it, perfect setting, excellent value for money. I can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and lovely staff. Fantastic value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable
Clean with nice shower
Stayed 1 night in May 2019