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YHA Canterbury - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel in Canterbury with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Courtyard
Shared fridge, microwave
Staircase
Living area
Dining room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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54 New Dover Road, Canterbury, England, CT1 3DT
  • Place, Canterbury Christ Church University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Marlowe Theatre
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Men only (Sleeps 6, Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleeps 6, Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (2 Bed Private)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room (3 Bed Private Ensuite)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (4 Bed Private Ensuite)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Room (5 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (6 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (6 Bed Private Ensuite)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Cabin

Cabin

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Canterbury

YHA Canterbury - Hostel is a short stroll from St. Lawrence Ground and St. Augustine's Abbey. This 15-room, 4-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • St. Lawrence Ground - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Marlowe Theatre - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Westgate Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Canterbury East Station - 18 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oriole cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Touchdown Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Two Sawyers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lanna Thai - ‬12 min walk

About this property

YHA Canterbury - Hostel

Hostel in Canterbury with a coffee shop and a restaurant
YHA Canterbury - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a library, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 2 per day)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2 per day (328 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.0 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 5 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Canterbury Hostel
YHA Canterbury
YHA Canterbury - Hostel Canterbury
YHA Canterbury - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around YHA Canterbury - Hostel?

This hostel is located in Canterbury, a short 16-minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral and also 11 minutes on foot from St. Augustine's Abbey. You'll also find Marlowe Theatre and St. Lawrence Ground less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at YHA Canterbury - Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does YHA Canterbury - Hostel feature a casino on the premises?

No, YHA Canterbury - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at YHA Canterbury - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about YHA Canterbury - Hostel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this hostel.

Does YHA Canterbury - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does YHA Canterbury - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, YHA Canterbury - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does YHA Canterbury - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Canterbury - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Does YHA Canterbury - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to YHA Canterbury - Hostel?

The closest major airport to YHA Canterbury - Hostel is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 26.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at YHA Canterbury - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YHA Canterbury - Hostel.