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Our top choices for Alston hostels

A room with wooden shelves displaying various ceramic items, a wooden bench, and a table with papers.

1. Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Kirkby Stephen Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkby Stephen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Cool place! Perfectly fine for a hostel. Well equipped kitchen. Nice people!"
United States
Daun
The price is RM343
RM411 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Kirkby Stephen Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Learn more about Alston

High in the North Pennines, this historic lead mining town invites exploration of Nenthead Mines' fascinating underground passages. Venture beyond to discover Hadrian's Wall and Vindolanda where Roman history comes alive through archaeological treasures and reconstructed fortifications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Alston?

Our guests like these accommodations in the area, and they may have budget-friendly rates: Nent Hall Country House Hotel - 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from the heart of Alston. Located within a 20-minute walk of Ullswater. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking at this hotel. Cumbria Park Hotel - 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from the heart of Alston. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Carlisle Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a TV in a common area and multilingual staff at this guest house.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Alston?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 1°C. Average annual precipitation for Alston is 1195 mm.

What is there to see and do in Alston?

Depending on your interests, you might enjoy these things around Alston. Get out into nature with places such as North Pennines, Talkin Tarn Country Park and Whinfell Forest. Cultural attractions include Vindolanda, The Blacksmith's Shop and Weardale Museum. Visit landmarks such as Nenthead Mines, Saint Nicholas and Great Chesters Fort.

What's the best way to get to and around Alston while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Alston on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), located 17.2 mi (27.7 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.), situated 32.8 mi (52.8 km) away.