10-14 Castle St, Swansea, SA1 1JF, United Kingdom
#10 of 20 hotels in Swansea
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1153 hostel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Free Wifi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 22, 2024
Sandra
United States of AmericaGreat location and clean room
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Michael
United KingdomOpposite the castle, emailed check-in details, bed made up,
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 17, 2024
Murphy
IrelandHaving to leave well they could do with shampoo out the stains in carpet on corridor going to kitchen as a I in that business it's what I notice and put correct time in clock in kitchen
It was very convenient near bus train station in the city centre great value for money the staff were excellent and Hanna the girl that checked me was very helpful and always had a few friendly words as went in and out I was in Swansea for the 10 ckm race all the other gusts were also lovely I certainly be back
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 5, 2024
John
CanadaI was in room 1. There was a great deal of noise outside my window till about 1:30 am. Hard to get to sleep.
Quite adequate for my needs.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 4, 2024
Philip
United KingdomKitchen facilities and sleeping arrangements more than adequate. Christian was very helpful behind the desk. Would recommend.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: September 3, 2024
Hayder
United KingdomThe fee is quite high compared to the city.
It is location is in the heart of the city.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 2, 2024
Inbar
ChileLow water pressure
The stuff was amazing specially Hanisha who helped us with any problems and recommendation
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 30, 2024
Richard
United KingdomNothing to report
Close to the railway station and easy to find. Nice set up,good staff.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 29, 2024
Raine
United Kingdombeds were a bit crammed together, we got the beds which were sandwiched in the middle. tried asking for a pole (which was present for all other beds), but reception wasnt very helpful. ended up having no where to dry our towels.
hostel has a well equipped kitchen, and two toilets in the dormitory room. room had a pretty good view of the castle. location of the hostel is very central and walkable to most attractions in the city. hostel also provided several attractions near the city as well as public transport options on how to get there.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 27, 2024
Liz
United KingdomVery little. I guess curtains on the beds would have been nice?
Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in in the uk for sure - clean, comfortable, quiet, lovely staff.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 23, 2024
Cammy
Hong KongIt is close to the bar so it is quite noisy at night.
The hostel is right in the town centre and easily accessible.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 21, 2024
Milan
United KingdomThe hotel is in city centre near castle and shopping quater.Room was good size and bathroom was clean.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 19, 2024
Anne
GermanyThe mattress was not good and the slated frame below kept slipping.
Very friendly staff, great location, clean
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 12, 2024
Susan
United KingdomMy particular bed was right by the door and the bathrooms, so lots of comings and goings, and the light coming from the bathrooms was a bit disturbing also. Noisy at the weekend, due to its proximity to clubs.
The privacy of the beds was good, with a bar to hang a curtain from. The staff were really helpful.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 10, 2024
Gemma
United KingdomMy room faced the bar street and it was Saturday night! Should have brought ear plugs
Staff were great! Really liked the pod style beds. It was clean and other guests were considerate. Location was very central.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: August 9, 2024
Leher
United KingdomNil
Friendly customer support. Easy access to the building. Good value for money.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 5, 2024
Ola
NigeriaNice location, clean rooms and communal areas.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 4, 2024
Mark
United KingdomThe bed frame had loose bit of wood under it.
Everything was fine.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 2, 2024
Alexandra
United KingdomOnly gripe, the extractor fans from restaurant downstairs quite noisy but quieter overnight.
Very comfortable, clean Indy hostel with attractive kitchen overlooking castle. I had good sized double bedroom with very strong fan. Good location near train and buses, and lots of lovely art galleries, funky cafes, bike hire etc. Swansea not the most attractive of cities (badly bombed) but the friendly people and beautiful beaches more than compensate.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 31, 2024
Deanna
United KingdomAll good
I only stayed the one night before catching the train the next day. It is a typical hostel with friendly staff, shared kitchen and I comfy bed.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 29, 2024
Eunice
United KingdomNo comment
No comment
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Chun
United KingdomToo hot and stifling even with fan turn on throughout the night. Winter should be alright.
Clean, well equipped with necessity
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Sabina
United KingdomBed gave me back pains
Cleanliness spacious quiet friendly
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Charles
United KingdomA minor thing. Maybe lighting in the room. Had to use my phone torch as didn’t want to disturb the other guests as I was worried the bed light being too bright.
Price, location, staff, secure.
Stayed in July 2024
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