YHA’s sleeping options extend far beyond the rooms in our hostels. Across our network, we have *deep breath* bell tents, Landpods, tipis, pods, safari tents, and even converted Airstreams. You can bring your own tent to many of the hostels, too. Here are some of our favourites for stays under the stars.
YHA Grinton Lodge
Quirky glamping in Yorkshire
Situated in the Swaledale valley, YHA Grinton Lodge is surrounded by breath-taking scenery and pretty views of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and just a 10-minute walk from the village of Grinton. The hostel offers quirky camping pods and Landpods, so you have plenty of options to choose from.Â
Stay at YHA Grinton Lodge.
YHA Brecon BeaconsÂ
Welsh mountain hideaway with Landpods and camping pods
Alongside accommodation in a 19th-century farmhouse — from where you can see Pen y Fan, the highest of the Brecon Beacons — this hostel also has camping pods and Landpods. What’s a Landpod? A snug, caravan-style hideaway raised off the ground, sleeping up to four on two double mattresses, with a cosy seating area.
Stay at YHA Brecon Beacons.
YHA Beer
Beautiful Devon property with camping and bell tents
Beer, along the Jurassic Coast, is one of those exciting, wholesome places where childhood memories are made. Staying in one of our premium bell tents, complete with a wood burner, solar lighting and comfy bean bags, adds an exciting dimension to a family holiday. They sleep five, with a double bed and a double and single futon.
Stay at YHA Beer.
YHA Manorbier
Coastal getaway with bell tents and camping pods
The Pembrokeshire coast is arguably the most dramatic in Britain, and the clifftop YHA Manorbier couldn’t be better placed to witness its wild seas and sandy coves. The hostel itself is particularly family-friendly, with ample accommodation, including camping pods, Landpods and four premium bell tents.
Stay at YHA Manorbier.
YHA New Forest
Hostel and camping options by the village of Burley
Among the open moorland and wooded glades of the New Forest is this hostel, offering Landpods, premium bell tents and wooden camping pods. Think of the camping pods as a snug den with extra protection from the weather — each pod has a double bed, two single beds and a heater.
Stay at YHA New Forest.
YHA Truleigh Hill
Safari tent stay on the South Downs
YHA Truleigh Hill is located high in the South Downs National Park above Shoreham. Alongside the large hostel itself, you’ll also find Landpods, premium bell tents and a luxury African-style safari tent. The latter comfortably sleeps six people, with a kitchen and a large, decked barbecue area.
Stay at YHA Truleigh Hill.
YHA Hartington Hall
Historical Peak District escape with bell tents and Landpods
This 17th-century manor house is set among some of the quieter areas of the Peak District and within walking distance of the beautiful River Dove. The property’s bell tents and Landpods all come with a bench and firepit outside. As elsewhere, camping guests have full access to the hostel’s facilities.
Stay at YHA Hartington Hall.
YHA Borrowdale
Idyllic getaway in the Lake District
YHA Borrowdale sits close to some of the Lake District’s most impressive mountains, including Scafell Pike and Great Gable. As well as hostel accommodation, the grounds are home to camping pods, Landpods and a pitch-up campsite. The property — TGO Magazine’s Hostel of the Year — also has a well-stocked bar.
Stay at YHA Borrowdale.
YHA Eskdale
Riverside hostel and Landpods in the Lake District
YHA Eskdale has captivating views over the towering fells of the Lake District fells — and a dedicated bird-watching hut. Among its 15-acre grounds are also a handful of Landpods. Each has a roof that can be lifted open, making them perfect for soaking in the sun or stargazing away from light pollution.
Stay at YHA Eskdale.
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