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Reviews of YHA Brecon Beacons 3 stars

Libanus, Brecon, LD3 8NH, United Kingdom

#4 of 7 hotels in Brecon

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Review score

Based on 396 hostel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Only 2 power sockets in the room for 6! Luckily the room wasn't full at the time of my stay, it wouldn't been a real struggle with more than 2 of us in the room.

    Location is great for those wanting to explore the area and have quiet evenings in the hostel. Nice lounge, felt very homey.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2024

    8.0
    It’s ok I can go back again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Crowded in the kitchen esp in the morning

    Good value of money

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    9.0
    A brilliant budget beauty
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Appreciate the price but food wise would be great to not have low value juice etc. Mainly the food was great though and understandable for price

    Really convenient and special location, right near the only bus stop for miles, and then a walk down the field and you have waterfalls at your doorstep!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    8.0
    Very nice place to stay lovey location n so friendly n helpful staff really like it thank u
    • Family with young children
    • Dormitory Room (6 Adults) with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice n clean all staff are so friendly

    Very nice location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    9.0
    Pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More sockets in the dorms. Improve the drying rooms (more efficient, bigger)

    Good location for hiking, friendly staff, clean hot showers, cosy lounge

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    I found the beds in my room quite short. I'm 180 cm and could fit, but a taller person could have a struggle. Also, it would be great to make a path from Storey Arms to the hostel better marked, such that one does not stray to the car road.

    Very helpful staff, all the amenities that I needed were available. Great location.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    9.0
    A pleasant, cosy stay in a beautiful environment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was warm but a bit small. Also the coffee at breakfast which was just instant and not very nice.

    The breakfast was great and plentiful It was very warm and cozy in the hostel, very welcome on a cold evening. Also it was quiet and not too busy. The staff were friendly and efficient.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough showers, not every bed has a charging port, no lamps to read at night, internet didn't work in my room. Damp.

    Very interesting 19th century farmhouse turned into a hostel, located in the heart of Brecon Beacons. Lovely lounge room with a wood stove. Food, even though very basic, is served til late and they even have local beers! The atmosphere was great thanks to other residents and kind and helpful staff. Chess, Scrabble and other games available. Good level of cleanliness. Toilets aren't your usual tight cubicles. Shower has temperature regulation and a shower head. Comfortable beds.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Pod Cabin
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location and very friendly staff.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    9.0
    Great base for walking/hiking
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Simple accommodation in a beautiful setting, ideal for walkers with direct access to hiking routes. Friendly staff, handy shared kitchen and meals could also be ordered.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    7.0
    Good enough to yomp the hills.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking wasn’t sufficient and one shower broken.

    Good location and comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    9.0
    Family fun in a perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pulling out onto the A470 the next morning!

    Location is perfect

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I did not dislike any aspect of my stay.

    on arrival I was greeted by the lady (Cathy) at reception and given my key to the dorm room I was staying in, after a while I decided to upgrade to a single bunk room with en suite. the room was comfortable and clean. There were other guests staying in tents and pods also, with no spaces left, It was a great atmosphere. The breakfast was great also.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    7.0
    Great location and good value
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Been before It’s so perfectly paced and nice little property

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2024

    9.0
    Amazing, even though I travelled alone I felt as if I were on a family trip.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing is that the kitchen had a very distinct and foul smell, I have know idea what it was.

    Loved the cozyness of the hostel, all types of people (young, old, families, individuals) coming together in the common room. Also the guy at the reception, Steven, was sooo nice!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2024

    9.0
    YHA, is made up by the people you meet whilst staying, I had a wonderful experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    You can only book in between 5pm and 10pm.

    Exceeded expectations

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing location, friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    9.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    People complaining😉 Maybe a little further out from Brecon than what we expected.

    We self catered & facilities were fine. Great chance to meet others travelling & pick up bits of info. We were able to explore Brecon from here & have a short walk.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not very smiling staff

    Easy to reach the hiking trails!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful location, comfortable hostel with kind staff. Great value for money. We will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Dormitory Room (6 Adults) with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    I thought breakfast could have been better - we had the continental breakfast and there really wasn't a lot on offer.

    Amazing location, great price, comfortable rooms. Really a lovely youth hostel - we had a great stay

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Dormitory Room (6 Adults) with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, shared room comfortable and spacious

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Clean, comfortable & welcoming base for exploring the beacons!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod Cabin
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is quite restricted when busy but there is a lay by very close by for overflow. Also no direct public transport to the site - taxi required unless walking/cycling - but this is due to lovely remote location so can’t have it both ways.

    Perfect location for exploring the beacons, comfortable, clean and friendly base, hot showers & warm social areas good value & the pods & land pods are great with comfortable beds, usb charging & great cooked food if requested. Back to basics but really great, would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Brecon Beacons YHA
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Clean, comfortable, great value for money accommodation in Brecon Beacons. I love staying in YHA's, always a great experience. Thank you.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Perfect base for walking up Pen Y Fan. Clean, comfortable rooms, great self-catering facilities, cosy lounge and friendly, helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

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