That's not too bad all things considered. Dorm beds have not gone up so much, though it depends where you go but I remember it costing me £9 or £10 a night in 1993, so nearly 20 years later, it's gone up a fiver. The trouble is there are less dorm beds. Anyway, inspired by this thread I have planned a family week away in the Hebrides, not yet booked but soon will be. For the four of us a room is £80 to £70 a night. B&B equivalent would be £120ish a night and if I wanted dorm beds in the hostel (if available) I could save myself £20 a night. So say around £480 for 6 nights in our own room or £360 for dorms, as compared to a cottage for £700 in the same area. Camping would be £120ish, and the B&B £720 plus meals, so I guess it all depends what you are comparing it too.
Has the YHA gone bonkers?
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That's not too bad all things considered. Dorm beds have not gone up so much, though it depends where you go but I remember it costing me £9 or £10 a night in 1993, so nearly 20 years later, it's gone up a fiver. The trouble is there are less dorm beds. Anyway, inspired by this thread I have planned a family week away in the Hebrides, not yet booked but soon will be. For the four of us a room is £80 to £70 a night. B&B equivalent would be £120ish a night and if I wanted dorm beds in the hostel (if available) I could save myself £20 a night. So say around £480 for 6 nights in our own room or £360 for dorms, as compared to a cottage for £700 in the same area. Camping would be £120ish, and the B&B £720 plus meals, so I guess it all depends what you are comparing it too.
albion
Guru
- Location
- South Tyneside
YHA camping is pure luxury compared to anywhere else.
mcr
Veteran
- Location
- North Bucks
I think it's more a case of not choosing a campsite carefully - there's enough info online these days to be able to pick out the ones that are more suited to your needs (if you can be a bit flexible in your routing and itinerary). For example, I'll always choose one within walking distance of a pub that does food, to save on carrying cooking gear. And the YH ones can be good value - all the facilities of a hostel with your own single room!
There are plenty of campsites to choose from at www.campsitesandcaravanparks.com. Many include reviews and ratings so you can see what others think of the site before you book
Bluebell72
New Member
- Location
- Hull, East Yorkshire
Camping is horrific, especially after a day's cycling or walking.
That's when I want a hot shower, dry clothes and to get warm.
I haven't stayed in a YH for years (since school and then university) when there'd be at least 6 of us in a group, so I tend not to notice conditions etc so much then.
Happy memories of days at Black Sail YH though, just checked on the website and there are beds available for £16.40 next week. Baaargain!
That's when I want a hot shower, dry clothes and to get warm.
I haven't stayed in a YH for years (since school and then university) when there'd be at least 6 of us in a group, so I tend not to notice conditions etc so much then.
Happy memories of days at Black Sail YH though, just checked on the website and there are beds available for £16.40 next week. Baaargain!
I still like camping, but there is a lot to be said for having a roof over your head after a long day's cycling, particularly if it is cold or wet outside.
Most YHA's offer a pretty good standard of accommodation these days, which is one of the reasons costs have gone up, and unlike many B&B owners are totally relaxed if you turn up with a bike and are all wet or muddy.
Black Sail is still a delight to stay in, I'd heartily recommend it to anyone.
