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    Ocean Backpackers Independent Hostel

    Ilfracombe
    United Kingdom

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    Family Hostel
    Charming three Story Town House with 11 rooms. 3 mixed dorms, 1 single, 2 doubles and 5 family rooms.
    All dorms have large bunks with reading lights USB ports and privacy screens. Situated in the Harbour area of Ilfracombe and nestled in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the coast of North Devon. Ocean Backpackers is convenient for eating out and the many boat trips leaving its harbour, including Lundy Island. Ilfracombe has lots to see and do including, the wonderful Tunnels beaches and its victorian tidal pool and Verity the majestic statue by Damian Hirst, that watches over the Harbour.

    The Southwest-coastal path runs though Ilfracombe and we are on the edge of Exmoor National Park. Ilfracombe is also the start of the Sustrans route 27 Coast to Coast Ilfracombe to Plymouth and we are a short drive to Woolacombe and Croyde the two most famous surfing beaches in Devon, making Ocean Backpackers.

    The Hostel itself has a lovely spacious and welcoming communal living space with tables large TV, games, books, and USB workstations. There is a large catering-style kitchen with a 7 burner range oven, microwave, two catering refrigerators, stainless steel worktops, excellent selection of pans, baking trays, utensils and crockery.

    Secure storage for bikes, surfboards or Kayaks. Wetsuit washing station and hangers. Dry heated storage for Coats and boots.

    We are very popular with walkers, surfers, divers, kayakers and cyclists.



    Room Details
    Max Dorm Guests 20
    Number Dorm Rooms 3
    Max Private Guests 27
    Number Private Rooms 7
    Number Rooms Listed Above That Are Flexible 11
    Available Dorm Types
    Mixed Gender Dorm
    Mixed Gender Ensuite
    Private Room
    Private Ensuite
    Family Room
    Other Hostel Details
    Wheelchair Accessible
    Other Accessibility Devices
    Hostel Name: Ocean Backpackers Independent Hostel
    29 St James Pl, Ilfracombe EX34 9BJ, United Kingdom
    Geolocation
    Amenity Free Paid
    COMFORT & SERVICES
    Air Conditioning
    Airport Pickup
    Car Parking Available
    Ceiling Fans
    Common Room
    Housekeeping
    Linens
    Reading Lights
    PERSONAL CARE
    Towels
    Clothes Dryer
    Drying Room
    Hairdryers
    Hair Straigtener
    Laundry Facilities
    Service Laundry
    Showers
    Hot Water
    Washing machine
    FOOD & BEVERAGE
    Bar
    Cafe'
    BBQ Area
    Beer / Wine / Spirits
    Breakfast
    Meals Provided
    Restaurant
    Self Service Kitchen
    Store
    Tea/Coffee
    Vending Machines
    FUN & ACTIVITIES
    Sun Deck
    Bicycle Rental
    Board games
    Book Exchange
    Cable TV
    Game Room
    Movie Library
    Sports Gear/Equipment
    Swimming Pool
    Tours/Travel Desk
    Video Games
    SECURITY & STORAGE
    24 Hour Security Personnel
    Bicycle Storage
    Lockers
    Luggage Storage
    Safe Deposit Box
    RFID Keys
    COMMUNICATIONS & BUSINESS
    Business Meeting Room
    Guest Computers
    Guest Telephone
    Long Distance Calling
    WiFi in Common Area
    WiFi in Rooms
    Policies
    Smoking Allowed? No
    Are Pets Allowed? No
    Dates & Times
    Months Hostel Open April, May, June, July, August, September, October
    24 Hour Reception No
    Morning Check-In Opens 10:00
    Morning Check-In Close 10:00
    Afternoon / Evening Check-In Open 16:00
    Afternoon / Evening Check-In Close 19:00
    Curfew Time
    Cancellation Policy Hours In Advance 168HOURS
    Currency & Methods
    Currencies Accepted GBP - Pound Sterling
    Payment Methods Cash, Mastercard, Visa
    Discounts Available See Website
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    29 St James Place
    Ilfracombe
    North Devon EX34 9BJ
    United Kingdom
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    Main: +44 1271 867835

    Email
    info@oceanbackpackers.co.uk

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