Hostels in Liverpool

Maja Lorkowska, Exhibitions Editor

There are plenty of hotels in Liverpool but sometimes, that’s not quite what you’re looking for and that’s when our guide to local hostels comes in. Comfortable and very affordable, they range from quirky to pretty luxurious and always filled with friendly travellers. Check out our list to the city’s best stays at a fraction of the price of hotels.

Our top picks

YHA Liverpool Albert Dock

YHA Liverpool Albert Dock, 25 Tabley street, off Wapping, Liverpool, L1 8EE - Visit now

YHA Liverpool Albert Dock has everything you need for a comfortable day and night in the city, at a pleasingly low cost.

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Kabannas Liverpool

Kabannas Liverpool, Kansas Buildings, Mathew St, Liverpool, L2 6RE - Visit now

Kabannas Liverpool offers a choice of comfortable rooms, from private doubles to shared options to suit all needs and group sizes.

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Kabannas Liverpool

PH Hostel Liverpool

PH Hostel Liverpool, 60 Mount Pleasant Liverpool Merseyside GB L3 5SD, Liverpool , L3 5SD - Visit now

A central option for travellers to the port city of Liverpool, PH Hostel offers a friendly, comfy place to stay.

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International Inn

International Inn, 4 South Hunter Street, Liverpool, L1 9JG - Visit now

A pleasant and affordable place to stay in Liverpool, International Inn is hidden away in a quiet street but still close to everything you need.

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Embassie Backpackers

Embassie Backpackers, 1 Falkner Square Toxteth, Liverpool , L8 7NU - Visit now

The friendly Embassie Backpackers hostel is located in a 200 year old, vintage mansion and was the first hostel in Liverpool.

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