About Us

Alston Youth Hostel is a 3 Star Independent Hostel (franchised to the YHA) situated in the town of Alston and located directly on the Pennine Way. 

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We are extremely keen walkers so we know what is important and aim to provide a relaxed friendly, warm and comfortable stay! 

We have walked most of the paths around Alston Moor and have a vast knowledge of the local routes. We have also walked further afield in Cumbria and the 2 neighbouring counties of Northumberland and County Durham.

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Our Youth Hostel

The hostel is the first accommodation you reach in Alston after the long walk over from Dufton via Cross Fell. We are also about half way on the ever popular Coast to Coast (C2C) cycle route and have a fantastic secure, indoor cycle storage facilities for up to 30 bikes.

What Our Guests Say

We take pride in serving our guests with the best experience. Read what they say.

Rated 5 out of 5
"We had a fantastic stay here. Well equipped, super clean, quiet and an excellent view from the breakfast table for your yummy cooked breakfast (vegans also catered for). Mat couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. He gave us lots of recommendations on request of things to do and following his advice we had an amazing walk nearby. His angel fish in the living room were a major highlight for our party too. Would recommend this hostel to anyone wanting a comfortable stay in a stunningly beautiful place."
Carita Thomas
Rated 5 out of 5
"Top notch hostel - clean and tidy, everything well equipped and comfortable and a great new owner (Mat) who is friendly, helpful and enthusiastic about the hostel and providing a great experience to guests. It’s also really good value and the breakfast shouldn’t be missed either. Highly recommended all round."
Neil Howat
Rated 5 out of 5
"Great stay at the Alston hostel. Going along the Pennine Way it has to be one of the most convenient locations as it's directly on the trail! A very warm welcome, and a quiet location. Great showers and good kitchen to prepare your own food. Good value breakfast as well."
Jamie Maker
Rated 5 out of 5
"Stayed here for a night on my pennine way hike, it was brilliant. Lovely owner Linda who was very friendly and welcoming. Room and bathroom facilities were spotless. Breakfast in the morning was lovely and very reasonable. On the pennine way and a 2 min walk to lots of facilities in Alston. Highly recommend. Thank you I enjoyed my stay a lot."
Izzy Day

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