Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Centre
Learn more about the Brecon Beacons, admire the stunning views, explore one of the trails for children or set off on a walk.
YHA Brecon Beacons
Brecon, Powys, LD3 8NH
Mid-week stays
20% off
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This hostel is part of our latest hot deals. Offer subject to availability and cannot be used with any other discount. Valid on mid-week stays at selected hostels between 27th June - 21st July 2022. Use the above promotional code at the checkout. Book via yha.org.uk before midnight 7th July 2022. YHA members and save an extra 5% with our members only code. See full terms and conditions.
Overview
If you're looking for Brecon Beacons accommodation for a cheap family break, this cosy 19th Century farmhouse, with access to some of the best walking routes in Wales, is perfect for you. Step out through the front door and be greeted by breathtaking views towards Pen y Fan - the highest mountain peak in South Wales - ideal for an adventurous walking or cycling holiday.
And if the weather isn’t favourable, console yourself with the hostel’s roaring fire. Guests at YHA Brecon Beacons can enjoy a welcoming lounge with comfy arm chairs and tasty home-cooked meals.
Why guests love YHA Brecon Beacons
Accommodation at YHA Brecon Beacons
Food and drink at YHA Brecon Beacons
Things to do around YHA Brecon Beacons
Brecon Cathedral
Because of its location it's thought that the Norman Priory might have been built on the site of an older, possibly Celtic, church.
Royal Regiment of Wales
The collection has artefacts from around the world that reflect the history and character of a 300 year old regiment.
Big Pit National Coal Museum
With facilities to educate and entertain, Big Pit is an exciting and informative day out. Don't miss the underground tour. Visit the Big Pit website
Blaenavon World Heritage site
Nowhere in the world does a landscape shaped by iron making remain on such a complete scale as at the Blaenavon World Heritage site - there's plenty to explore here.
Craig y Nos Country Park
Craig y Nos is over 40 acres of parkland with riverside walks through woodland and meadows. The park is also used as a base to study the flora and fauna of the area.
Red Kite feeding station
The feeding station attracts over 50 red kites and buzzards every day. You can watch from the purpose built hide for the best view.
Llangorse Multi Activity Centre
Try indoor rock climbing and bouldering, rope bridges, high level cargo nets, abseiling or flying down the indoor zip line!
Walking and Rambling in the Brecon Beacons
The hostel is in a fantastic area for either a stroll or more challenging hike.
Mountain biking in the Brecon Beacons
The Brecon Beacons National Park has lots of green roads, ideal for the relaxed mountain biker. You can hire bikes in the town or have them delivered to the hostel if you book in advance.
Cycling in the Brecon Beacons
The hostel sits just across the valley from the Taff trail that runs from Cardiff to Brecon. It's not an overly busy trail so you'll avoid the crowds and get the most out of your ride.
National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Visit the largest show caves in Western Europe with breathtaking limestone formations built up over thousands of years.
Brecon Mountain Railway
Travel in an all-weather observation coach behind a vintage steam locomotive through beautiful scenery into the Brecon Beacons. The journey takes you into the Brecon Beacons National Park, through
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access
- Breakfast
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Extra-large garden/grounds
- Free parking on premises
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Intermittent mobile coverage
- Licensed bar
- Minibus parking on premises
- Mountain view
- Near bus stop
- No WiFi
- Outdoor seating
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Water refill station
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00. Meals are also available from 17:00 – 20:00.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is free limited parking 100 yards from the hostel.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Brecon Beacons, except in our Camping & Cabins accommodation. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Brecon Beacons - Access Statement
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YHA School Trips
YHA Brecon Beacons combines educational packages with action and adventure activities, making it ideal for a school visit. The hostel provides group catering and en-suite rooms for teachers.
Book your YHA School Trip.
Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel through YHA volunteering.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: From your comfortable Brecon Beacons accommodation, a footpath leads to the glaciated crag and Nature Reserve of Cerrig y Gleisiad. A sharp climb rewards you with a view of glacial moraines and erratic rocks left by the ice. Enjoy the peace and quiet, without the crowds of Pen Y Fan, and enjoy the company of of raven, wheatear and buzzard. A great base for activity breaks in Wales.
