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Ocean Backpackers Hostel

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Due to Covid19, Ocean Backpackers is currently running in accordance with Government Guidelines. Please see our website for all details.

Ocean Backpackers is situated close to the picturesque Harbour in Ilfracombe. This cool, clean and friendly Independent Youth Hostel offers excellent facilities for walkers, cyclists, surfers, divers, as well as families, schools and activity groups. A self-catering kitchen, dining area and communal lounge with free internet/wi-fi, give this happening hostel a homely feel whilst comfortable rooms and spectacular surroundings make an idyllic retreat. Large secure basement caters for bicycles and surf boards.

Ocean Backpackers provides excellent budget rates with weekly discounts available. The whole 54 bed hostel can be hired for exclusive use. We are annually inspected by Ilfracombe Tourist Information Centre and are proud to have been awarded a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for 2019 and a Travellers Award from Trip Advisor for 2020.

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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units: 4

Room / Unit Type	Room / Unit Tariff*
Dormitory Beds	£20.00 per person per night
Double or Twin room	£60.00 per room (room only)
Family Room	from £60.00 to £100.00 per room (room only)
Single Room	£35.00 per room (room only)

*Prices are only valid for bookings made in 2021. Prices may increase in 2022.

Facilities

Catering

Cooking facilities for guests' use

Children & Infants

Accept children all ages
Cot
Facilities for children
Food/bottle warming available
Highchair

Establishment Features

Accept coach parties
Beach within 100m
Broadband Internet Access
Cater for females
Cater for groups
Cater for individuals
Cater for males
Central heating throughout
Countryside Location
Dogs Accepted
Electricity inc in rate
Exclusive Use
Family Friendly
Garden/patio for guests' use
Ironing facilities
Linen provided
Near coastal path
Pets accepted by arrangement
Sea Views
Short breaks available

Key Features

Groups Welcomed - Up to 54 people
In town/city centre
Midweek breaks
Non smoking establishment
Seafront
Travelling Through
Weekend breaks

Leisure Facilities

Water sports facilities - Available locally

Parking & Transport

Car parking
On site parking

Payment Methods

Accept Bank Transfers, Internet Payment or SWIFT/IBAN
All major credit cards accepted
American Express accepted
Cash & Cheque accepted
Daily rates available
Special group rates
Visa accepted

Room / Unit Features

Central Heating
Colour TV
Drying Facilities - On request
DVD Player
Free Wi-Fi
Fridge
Fridge/Freezer
Ground Floor Accommodation
Hairdryer
Ironing Facilities
Kettle
Microwave
Modem Point
Non smoking units
Oven / Cooker
Radio
Toaster
Towels Available - To hire, £1 each
Washing Machine
WiFi

Specialist Features

Mobile Phone Reception
Provisions for Surfers
Special provisions for cyclists
Special provisions for walkers

Travel & Trade

Group discounts available
Wi-fi available

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

ON YOUR SAT-NAV

Pop our postcode in and it should guide you in!.. EX34 9BJ

FROM LONDON

Take the M4 until you reach Bristol. Take the M5 and head South. At junction 27 take the A361 signposted Barnstaple. Stay on the A361 until you reach Barnstaple and follow the signs to Ilfracombe.

FROM THE WEST

Take the A39 up to Barnstaple and then follow signs to Ilfracombe.

FROM EXETER

Take the M5 or the A37 to Barnstaple and then follow the signs.

ONCE IN ILFRACOMBE

At the roundabout at Mullacott Cross (Restaurant/Caravan site "The Depot") go straight across and descend the hill into the town. At the first set of traffic lights (DIY shop on corner) turn left, drive for 1km past the Landmark Theater (two domes) and continue onto a one way street. We are the big blue building just past the church on the right. There is parking for 6 cars at the rear of the Hostel.

Public Transport Directions

By coach-

National Express Coaches from London, Victoria, Heathrow, Birmingham and Taunton terminate in Ilfracombe at the Bandstand Coach Stop. This is a five minute walk from Ocean Backpackers.

By train-

Trains connect from across the country with Exeter. From Exeter hop on the scenic Tarka line railway to Barnstaple and then take the number 21 local bus to Ilfracombe Harbour. (Get off at the St James Place bus stop a minutes walk from the Backpackers.)

29 St James Place, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34 9BJ

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Call direct on:

Tel01271 867 835

Opening Times

Season (5 Mar 2022 - 30 Nov 2022)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:00	- 13:00*
Monday - Sunday	16:00	- 19:00*

* Self-check-in option available for pre-paid arrivals after 7pm.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

Awards

TripAdvisor Awards TripAdvisor - Certificate of Excellence - 2019 2019

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