Bath YMCA - Hostel

Low pressure shower and poor thermostat and no TV.

Helpful staff, and a laundromat. Slow wifi, banister a bit dodgy but the showers are new. I was in a 15-bed dorm which was almost empty, I think they try and set beds aside in case the weather gets too cold and homeless people around Bath need to be put up in an emergency. I overheard the staff taking calls from a charity who who were looking for somewhere to stay for one of their clients. My main gripe was that on the 2nd evening a young lady moved into the dorm and acted as if she'd rented the whole dorm, taking up all the place on the one clothes rack in the room for instance, and on the one table in front of the mirror. She chatted on her phone until 1am and the next morning, she got up before 7am, was noisy, and was still not dressed (i.e. was still in her bathrobe, sitting at the table in front of the mirror and applying various cosmetics, some of them quite smelly) when I left at 10am. The next evening she was quieter but there was a young Indian lady who masturbated in the bunk underneath mine, several times during the night, which woke me up. Both women were quite noisy in the morning again, and just couldn't get ready. Both times there was someone else in the dorm besides me, and there were unhappy too. On the last morning, the Asian lady actually made a long video call in the dorm (while doing her make up), that ended in an argument. I'm on a 0-hour contract and work shifts (night, 6am start etc.) following a cancer diagnosis so I really need my sleep.

Although a hostel, it offers single and other private rooms, which was my case. The room was big enough with a few hangers, a chest of drawers, a lamp, an armchair and washbasin. The toilets and showers are shared in sufficient numbers for both sexes. There us a huge kitchen/canteen and a common room.on the ground floor. The staff I met were all smiling and helpful.

staff favour opinion of older customers rather than all customers. I find 1 member of staff who was english to be very nice some members of staff not english to be very rude and dismissive almost militant. ok hostel but expect aggravation

It’s a good hostel for a short stay, the showers seem to be brand new and the place is quite clean. There was a really weird smell in my dorm though (it was a mixed dorm) and some people were REALLY noisy. One of them would pace back and forth between the bunks in the morning, which was bizarre. Some had had too much to drink and others seemed quite hostile. As if other people had it easier than them… Just because people don’t complain it doesn’t mean they have a cushy life. One of my gripes about the hostel is that some of the areas (the dorms, the shower rooms, the kitchen) are closed at certain times of the day. It does make it easier for them to clean however if you forgot something in your room, or get up too late to take a shower, it’s irritating.

The guy manning the reception was lovely, very warm and enthusiastic, and good at staying on top of all the guests checking in and coming to the desk with various queries. There was only 1 other lady in my dorm and she was very quiet so I managed to grab a good night's sleep. I used the small launderette, it's very cheap (£3 if you bring your own washing powder) and it saves you a walk to the laundromat and back (not great when it's cold and damp, especially on the way back). It's only open between noon and 10pm and one of the washing machines was out of order and neither dryer are very 'hard working', I used the 'white' settings and my clothes were still slightly damp after the 40 minutes cycle. However, for the price, I can't complain. I really enjoyed being able to cook an evening meal and although some of the people staying there can be a little too chatty, they usually leave you alone when they realize you're not interesting in 'sharing' etc. I have yet to use the gym, one of my former colleagues used to go there to try and 'hook up' with women in their 30s and 40s, single, divorced, or unhappily married. He was in his 20s and married, but his wife was pregnant, so he claimed he was 'forced' to look elsewhere... I do hope there aren't too many characters like him at that gym, I don't think he was successful though, he moved on to another gym in Bath then got a job in Bristol.

Warm, cosy, on suite facilities, ideal location

Friendly helpful staff. Washrooms clean. Good canteen facilities . The only negative is there is no parking, apart from that excellent vale for the money you are payin.

Always great value for money!

The YMCA is really convenient for inner city Bath. I really enjoyed my stay

Very helpful staff!

Brilliant central location and staff were lovely and helpful. The room was a great size and had an ensuite shower room. Some cleanliness of the ensuite was lacking, and there was noise of people in the shower rooms and toilets near our room, but everything else was really good.

Worth it

Worth it for solo travellers. Washrooms are clean, staff is friendly, there's a big cafe like area where you can eat or prepare food. Located at 10 mins walk from Bath bus station. Only issue of dormitory is ventilation when it gets hot and if you've got loud snorers at night. Rest no issues about this property.

Stayed for 2 nights in a mixed dorm, and was able to change my room for a quieter one on the 2nd night as i didn't sleep well due to other people's alarm waking me 😭 staff were very kind and helpful

Ngeatives: Not good air circulation in a room. When coming the bed cover was not covered. There is no hot water for taking shower. Positives: Price is very cheap Located in city centre and near to public facilities and super market. Please make sure and find some videos before booking this. I did not expect as terribel as like that. At least maintain clean and provide key for locker to save valuable things.

I am writing to request assistance regarding a refund issue for a recent booking. Upon arrival at our accommodation, we found the room to be in an unsatisfactory condition, as the floor had not been cleaned. After informing the hostel staff, they offered to change our room. However, the alternative room did not meet our needs, so we decided to remain in the original room, which I cleaned myself. The hostel staff were very supportive and offered a £15 refund for the inconvenience, which they processed and transferred to Expedia, as the booking was made through your platform. I would now like to request that this refund be credited to my original payment method.

Excellent but mattress was dirty but otherwise well done ymca 👍

I went with 3 kids so took a family room. Unfortunately there was no ensuite available and it was a little far from the bathroom. The only family rooms available only had a small window so it was a bit gloomy. One the kids made a mess it felt more homely. I was also worried about safety but the children enjoyed the communal areas and felt very comfortable there. Staff were very helpful and kind. Kitchen was pretty clean and the weekend breakfast is a bonus.

Was visiting Bath for an evening concert, and wanted a cheap bed to crash in. This was fine - providing you're happy in a dorm. The bedding was fresh and clean. The complimentary breakfast was also excellent. Checking in and out was all straightforward. There are lockers available - but you have to bring your own padlock. Incredible value if you just need a bed for the night!