Hostels in Hereford and Worcester 
Looking for the best hostels in Hereford and Worcester? You are in the right place!
On this page, we have listed every city in Hereford and Worcester with backpacker hostels and budget-friendly stays. Hostelz.com makes it easy to find your ideal Hereford and Worcester hostel by comparing prices across major booking platforms. Save money while backpacking Hereford and Worcester and sleep comfortably on a budget.
All Backpacker Hostels in Hereford and Worcester
We have got you covered with a complete list of every hostel in Hereford and Worcester, across 3 cities! Not all cities have hostels, but many offer alternative budget options like guesthouses and affordable hotels. Use our filters to quickly find cities with hostels or other budget accommodations to simplify your trip planning.
All Hereford and Worcester hostels on a map
Alright, you are more the visual type? Planning your trip with a map is always handy.
Therefore, this map shows you all cities with hostels in Hereford and Worcester. It will help you to plan your trip. Just zoom in the map and click your destination for more details. Just so you know: If we do not have a hostel in a city, it is likely that there is no hostel in that city.
Our handwritten guide on Backpacking Hereford and Worcester
Herefordshire and Worcestshire were joined in one county in 1974 and named Hereford and Worcester. In 1998 this action was undone and the area again became 2 counties.
Hereford is known for its Cider Route which is a driving tour of the region that takes travelers to a dozen cider-related sites including cider pubs and craft companies. Visitors to the area will find that cider and perry are as popular in this region as wine is in other parts of the world. Perry is the alcoholic version of cider and is made with pears.
The area is also known for its beautiful gardens and arboretums and black and white villages which are remarkable for the intricate patterning of black-colored beams that stand out in stark contrast to the mostly white houses in the region. Garden enthusiasts might enjoy a visit to the Hampton Court Castle and Gardens.
There are 5 market towns in the area. Kington, one of the 5 towns, is said to be haunted by a dog that is thought to be the ghost Conan Doyle speaks of in his “Hounds of Baskerville.”
Outdoor lovers will find plenty of places to fish, canoe, golf, go white water rafting and engage in rock climbing.
Families will enjoy the Small Breeds Farm Park with its owl center. The Monkland Cheese Dairy Farm is also open to the public. Another popular spot in this city is the Hampton Court Castle.
Visitors can find lodging in farmhouses, restaurants with rooms and inns, B&B’s, self-catering cottages and camping sites. There are also hostels in the city. These hostels can be found under the headings YHA, backpackers, or youth hostel.
Worcester was once known as a glove-making center and at one time employed 30,000 people in 150 factories. It is said that the gloves Queen Elizabeth wore for her coronation were made in a factory in Worcester.
The well-known Lea and Ferrins Worcestershire sauce has been produced in this city which is also home to the world’s oldest newspaper.
The area is loved for its beautiful parks and woodlands which offer a wonderland of hiking and cycling trails. The Dudley Zoo, Wyre Forest and Black Living Museum are among the area’s visitor attractions.
Rugby, cricket, hockey, basketball and rowing are all popular sports in Worcestershire
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Guests in the area might find their accommodations in a manor house or an Abbey. There are B&B’s, guesthouses, cottages, and alternative housing such as camping pods and hostels.
Handwritten by local expert for Hereford and Worcester hostels Jakob Lombardi
Travel Tips for Hereford and Worcester - from the Community
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FAQ on Hostels in Hereford and Worcester
There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:
Finding Hostels and Prices
What hostel booking sites are best to use?
There is several hostel booking sites, such as Hostelworld.com, Hostelsclub.com and Booking.com. While every platform has its pros and cons, there is a universal truth you as a traveler should be aware of: Not a single booking site can always offer the best prices.
This is where Hostelz.com comes in. You can compare all major booking portals with one click.
For you as a traveler, Hostelz.com is the best booking site to actually save money.
How much are hostels in Hereford and Worcester?
Prices always vary, depending on various factors. Weekends tend to be more expensive, same goes for special holidays. Please also take into account local vaction time.
You can search for exacty hostel prices in Hereford and Worcester here on Hostelz.com. Pick your destination and pick a date. The system will track down the prices to give an idea of what budget and prices you can expect.
When to book hostels?
If you want to stay at the best hostels, it is a good idea to have your hostel booked around 1 month before you travel. For the regular hostels, booking one week before should be okay. Yet again, this always depends.
We dedicated a full article to the topic of when to book hostels.
Safety and Packing
Are hostels in Hereford and Worcester safe?
Generally speaking, hostels are as safe as you make them. We highly recommend always to bring your own padlock, using the lockers and taking care of your belongings. Make sure you pick a safe hostel, offering lockers and a safe location. Please always pay attention to the reviews; they can give you a great insight on what to expect and safety tips.
What to pack when staying in hostels?
There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.
There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.