Where to stay? A guide to Bristol Backpacking
Posted on: 17 May 2019Loves Saves the Day, Bristol Harbourside Festival, The International Balloon Fiesta: every year, summer in Bristol attracts visitors from far and wide. If you’re making the trip, why not save some £££ and crash in a hostel? To save you the hassle, we’ve picked out our top spots for Bristol backpackers.
Situated above one of Bristol’s coolest venues, The Lanes, Rock’N’Bowl has to be up there with Bristol’s best cheap stays. They’ve got everything. A full kitchen for guests to use, 24/7 reception, free WiFi and a diverse array of common spaces; this hostel can cater to your needs whether you’re a visiting professional or here for a good time. Even better than the rest, you’ve got one of Bristol’s best venues just downstairs! Head down for bowling, late-night events and pizza (all hostel guests get a discount on food, of course).
How much? From £13
If you’re new to Bristol, no doubt locals will recommend you visit Stokes Croft during your stay. One of the city’s cultural hubs, the area is packed full of iconic venues, trendy (but some of Bristol’s best) eateries and bars. So, why not actually stay there? Full Moon & Attic bar, which is one of the first places you’ll see on your approach to Stokes, has got a top-rated on-site hostel! Getting home after a night out in Bristol has never been so easy…
Decorated by local artists, the hostel is huge and hosts visitors from across the globe. With free entry to the bar’s weekend events for guests, The Full Moon Pub and Attic Bar will have those stuck on a tight budget sorted.
How much? From £38
This one is perfect for those hitting up Bristol Harbourside Festival this summer. Situated right on the waterfront, YHA is a cheap stay in a select location. Formally a grain house, the space was carefully transformed into a stylish and relaxed setting by the YHA team. A licensed bar, catering and just a stone’s throw away from Wapping Wharf, this quirky building is an upmarket treat at a low price.
How much? From £17
Interested in Bristol’s maritime rich history? Get a feel for Bristol’s boating connections with a visit to Kyle Blue, a luxury hostel on water. Recently renovated, 30-bed Dutch Barge hosts private and shared cabin accommodation, alongside a bright common area and self-catering kitchen. Tranquil, stylish and extremely unique; this contemporary short-stay setting seems to be one of Wapping Wharf’s best.
How much? From £29
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