Hostels in Lancashire 
Looking for the best hostels in Lancashire? You are in the right place!
On this page, we have listed every city in Lancashire with backpacker hostels and budget-friendly stays. Hostelz.com makes it easy to find your ideal Lancashire hostel by comparing prices across major booking platforms. Save money while backpacking Lancashire and sleep comfortably on a budget.
All Backpacker Hostels in Lancashire
We have got you covered with a complete list of every hostel in Lancashire, across 5 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 Lancashire 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 Lancashire. 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 Lancashire
Lancashire is a region in England, situated in the north western part of the country. It is one of the oldest regions in the country, dating back to the 12th century when it was first formed. The area is a great place for travelers of all ages to come and visit, as it offers beautiful scenery, diverse life, incredible dining and affordable accommodation. Lancashire is definitely a region that's worth placing on your holiday list.
If you’re on a rather tight budget while traveling, you'll be glad to know the area offers a great many hostels to stay at. There are places in the city and the countryside in the region. Some of the rooms are singles while others are meant for groups. You will typically find a mix of both self-catered housing and those where food comes as part of the package. You won’t run out of diverse options to pick from when choosing a place to stay!
Lancaster is famous for its wildlife attractions. Wake up in the morning in your affordable hostel, get ready for your day out, and start it off with some of the exotic native animals at the farms and attractions. After this, you can get some good old fashioned fun in at the Blackpool theme park. That isn’t all, though. Lovers of the arcane can walk or cycle up to Pendle Hill, the site of the story of the infamous Pendle Witches.
Above all else, the county is quiet. This the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether it is to unwind through long afternoon and evening strolls through the countryside or simply enjoying the sunsets and sunrises from the window of your hostel, you can rest assured that your peace of mind will not be disturbed while you stay in Lancashire’s many attractive hotels, hostels and farms.
If you’re also looking for some authentic country experiences, food and drink should be at the top of your list. Visit one of the many little pubs, bars and restaurants the county has to offer. The food is utterly delectable! Lancashire and its neighbor, Blackpool, are among the most visited by both local and foreign tourists for a good reason. Pick up your backpack and get ready for an adventure – Lancashire has plenty on offer.
Handwritten by local expert for Lancashire hostels Jakob Lombardi
Travel Tips for Lancashire - from the Community
Hey fam! Here are a few more tips from the community, from them to you, and you to them. This space is dedicated for travellers to share their best tips on backpacking Lancashire. Have a closer look - the Hostelz community share real hidden gems, insider knowledge and overall impressions of Lancashire. Everyone is welcome to add something useful, funny, unexpected and the "absolutely necessary to know before you go" - share, share and then share a little more!
FAQ on Hostels in Lancashire
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 Lancashire?
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 Lancashire 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 Lancashire 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.