Dufton, Appleby, CA16 6DB, United Kingdom
Based on 83 hostel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 November 2023
Nickjones90210
United KingdomNothing, excellent value for money
Really nice little hostel in a lovely quiet village with pub.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Kevin
United KingdomNothing
Friendly staff and excellent breakfast, comfortable stay.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
James
United KingdomThe fact it is now up for sale which is a huge shame.
It was great, very nice feel about the place and was clean throughout. We paid £35 for 2 adults and 2 children for 2 bunk beds in a room. Was great value. The 2 lads that run the place are spot on.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Patricia
United KingdomThere are one or two areas which need a bit of improvement . For me the dining area was a bit cold and not so cheery .
It is a wonderful location , and the staff are very welcoming
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Susan
United KingdomExcellent location for walking. Lovely old building. Clean and comfortable room and good facilities. Staff were great.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Mark
United KingdomWish I had found this place years ago . I would have saved a fortune. It’s the only place I will stay when up in the Penrith area.
Nice clean beds and great staff
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Kevin
United KingdomGood clean accomodation. Very coicopetative and helpful staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Ruth
United KingdomWonderful hostel, wonderful place
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Patrick
United KingdomNothing fist time back in a youth hostel and it was great
Village centre location friendly and helpful staff clean peaceful hostel good atmosphere
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Suzanne
United KingdomGreat position and near pub. Clean and comfortable. Helpful staff.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 15 September 2023
John
United KingdomNothing.
Just so easy.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
Carol
United KingdomNothing not to like! It was all good.
A beautiful old building in the idyllic little village of Dufton, from which you can enjoy an endless variety of walks and cycle routes. Simon and John are both very welcoming. They clearly love their work and put a lot of effort into making sure everything runs smoothly. The place is clean and well looked after. The showers are fantastic, just what you need after a long day out. The breakfasts are wonderful, with lots of choice - great value! And, there is everything you could need in the little kitchen if you want to cook your evening meal. They even sell beer cider and wine!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Anna
United KingdomNothing
The showers were perfect, strong, easy to use, spacious. Everything in the members kitchen worked: cooker, instant hot water for hot drinks, sharp kitchen knifes, etc
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Kate
New ZealandVery spacious communal area and nice big back yard. The kitchen was also very well appointed. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Arthur
United KingdomLocation
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Damian
AustraliaFriendly staff
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Andy
United KingdomBeing disturbed at night by other guests flushing
Ideally located for Great North cycle trail and great value. Use of washing machine to get our clothes washed was great thanks.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Karen
United KingdomCouldn't fault it
Friendly staff. Beautiful building and village. Wonderful location. Clean rooms and comfy beds.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Kevin
United KingdomThere was nothing really wrong about the property.
We liked how close it was to High Cup Nick and it is a hostel on the Pennine Way.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Linda
United KingdomN/A
Exceptional value for money, spotlessly clean. Beautiful location with fantastic pub and cafe nearby. Highly recommended
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 July 2023
Roberrt
United KingdomIt closes a little to early for a long day in the hills walking
It is the only accommodation so it is such good place to stay for that area it makes life easy
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 27 June 2023
Savina
United Kingdomexcellent location; lovely and clean; friendly and helpful receptionist; lovely plentiful breakfast;
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 25 June 2023
Ru
MalaysiaNothing to complain about.
Excellent location for hikes up Cross Fell and High Cup Nick. Dufton itself and its pub are very pleasant. Staff in the hostel were friendly and knowledgeable and a full breakfast before a long hike is very welcome. Beds were comfortable and sleep was good. I enjoyed the stay.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 4 June 2023
Mohammed
United KingdomNothing!
The hostel was only available for exclusive hire, location was amazing and hostel was very clean. Had everything we need and the fully functioning self-catering kitchen was perfect for our group. The hostel manager Simon was in touch before our booking which made our stay very comfortable, and was available for contact whenever we needed.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 3 June 2023
Sam
United Kingdomno Wi-Fi combined with poor phone signal made planning next leg of the trip difficult.
Everyone that worked there were brilliant and the room was comfy and clean. great value for money! the pub across the green served amazing food!
Stayed in June 2023
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