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Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel

29 St James Place, Ilfracombe, EX34 9BJ, United Kingdom
Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
See location+44 127 186 7835
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8.8
Very good
based on 545 reviews
545 reviews
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Nightly total
Double room

Overview

Situated in Ilfracombe, Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 300 metres from Wildersmouth beach, 35 km from Lundy Island and 36 km from Royal North Devon Golf Club. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. You can play table tennis at the hostel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Westward Ho! is 36 km from Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel, while Watermouth Castle is 2 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 101 km away.
8.8
Very good rating
Based on 545 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Golf
  • Game room
  • No smoking
  • Scuba diving
  • Fishing
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Things to do

  • Horse riding
  • Hiking
  • Mini-golf
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Dustbins

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Sea view
  • Carpeted
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Fold-up bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Socket near the bed

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Reviews of Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel

8.8
Very good
545 verified ratings
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320
Very good
131
Good
55
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14
Fair
11
Mediocre
3
Poor
11

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Location

29 St James Place, Ilfracombe, EX34 9BJ

What's nearby

  • Ilfracombe Harbour136 yd
  • Tunnels Beaches256 yd
  • Watermouth Castle2.1 mi
  • Bull Point Lighthouse3.7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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May
August
£48
£55
Cheapest month to stay with an average 44% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 68% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £27, while the most expensive was £71.
  • How long should you stay at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel

  • Where is Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel located?

    Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel is located at 29 St James Place, 0.2 miles from the centre of Ilfracombe. Ilfracombe Harbour is the closest landmark to Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel.

  • Does Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel from the airport?

    Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel is 27.4 miles from Swansea Fairwood Comm. Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel is 36 miles from Cardiff Wales.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel in Ilfracombe and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel.

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9.1
0.2 mi
Swansea Fairwood Comm
27.3 mi