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Albatross Hostel

Property class: 2

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The entrance to Albatross Hostel in Newcastle, with a sign indicating the entrance and a door number 51.
A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a variety of colorful chairs.
A room with colorful chairs, a vending machine, and a wall with various portraits and quotes.
A room with two bunk beds, wooden flooring, and large windows allowing natural light.
A pool table in a room with stone walls, a fire extinguisher, and a television mounted on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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51 Grainger Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, NE1 5JE
  • Place, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. James' Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Northumbria University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, Mixed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with blinds, and a wooden floor.

Room, Mixed Dorm

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - Mixed Dorm)

A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and orange walls.

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - Mixed Dorm)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - 6 Bed Dorm)

A room with bunk beds, a fireplace, and orange walls.

Room, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - 6 Bed Dorm)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - 6 Bed Dorm)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - 6 Bed Dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Located in Newcastle City Center within a short walk of St. James' Park, Albatross Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Quayside. This 26-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chinatown - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Castle Keep - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. James' Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Northumbria University - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Central Station - 2 min walk
  • Newcastle Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Newcastle Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mile Castle (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Filthy's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Albatross Hostel

Albatross Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: GBP 5.00 for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 30 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 5.00 for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Albatross Hostel Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Albatross Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Albatross Hostel Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Albatross Hostel

Albatross

Albatross Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Albatross Hostel?

Albatross Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Albatross Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Newcastle City Center within a short 8-minute walk of St. James' Park and also 17 minutes on foot from Quayside. You'll also find Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal and Chinatown less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Albatross Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Albatross Hostel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Albatross Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Albatross Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Albatross Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a fireplace and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Albatross Hostel have a hot tub?

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

Does Albatross Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Albatross Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Albatross Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Albatross Hostel.

Does Albatross Hostel have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from Albatross Hostel?

The closest major airport to Albatross Hostel is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 7.6 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Albatross Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Albatross Hostel.

Albatross Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 119 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Suleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience with excellent lounge and kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, excellent helpful staff. Basic amenities but it's value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and courteous and all the communal amenities were spot 😁👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed at Albatross for a one night trip. The room was great value for money, and the location was central and ideal. The room and facilities were clean and functional, and the bed was comfortable with no noise issues. Staff at the front desk were lovely and friendly - overall a great simple stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aishwarya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was extremely comfortable and the location is right in the heart of the city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Clean room and toilet's. Great location 5 minutes from central station
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel located in city center near central station. Friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good place to stay

I enjoyed my stay. The staff are friendly and kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tadeja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place for a short stay. Communal spaces were clean, showers were massive and very private. Staff is amazingly friendly. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central to get to, staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adedapo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's such a nice place to be
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Raza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing helpful staff

Amazing helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Albatross Newcastle

Very friendly hostel. Comfortable bed, good kitchen area and tv room. Met many nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Friendly and helpful staff. Clean premises. Central location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Kerrie was extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geofrey Oteng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming

A really cool hostel. Very clean and centrally located. The staff was very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central location

Great no frills accomodation but in a great location for all the local facilties and nightlife. Stayed there several times and can't grumble. Be nice if there was somewhere to stores/hang clothes etc in the room but no dramas living out a bag for 2 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maeve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy and clean

Very comfortable bed, staff friendly, always cleaning, great location, a little noisy within the building but would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old building without lift for the clients...... close to the train station=walkable distance....
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hostel with welcoming staff. Clean and comfortable. Nice to have tea and milk available. The female dorm I was in had a lovely old fashioned fireplace and historic feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

bboy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Food is awesome got microwave for me. Internet can be a wider range
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ravindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was hassle free. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hostel and not a hotel. That said I had a private room that was inexpensive. it was warm, comfortable and felt safe. The hostel is excellently placed in the centre of Newcastle near nightlife. But I heard no noise from my room at the rear of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025