The Waterfront Museum
The National Waterfront Museum at Swansea tells the story of industry and innovation in Wales, now and over the last 300 years. Visit the website
YHA Gower
Port Eynon, Swansea, SA3 1NNOnly available for Exclusive Hire.
This hostel is only available to book for YHA Exclusive Hire.
Overview
On the Gower Peninsula, Britain’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, YHA Gower is an ideal base for your group to explore the area's coves, woods, moorland and castles.
This Victorian house is right next to a sandy beach. Your group can book our instructors for surfing, kayaking, climbing, walks and other activities - all of which are AALA licensed.
Why guests love YHA Gower
Accommodation at YHA Gower
Hire the whole place
YHA Gower has 40 beds and is available for hire on an exclusive basis. This means that you can have the place to yourself and choose how many of your friends, family, club mates, etc., join you. We allocate availability for exclusive use in blocks, typically up to 90 days in the future. If you are looking for space to stay with us on a normal shared basis, and can’t see any availability three months or more into the future, then this hostel may be being held for Exclusive Hire. You can check availability for Exclusive Hire on our dedicated website. The bunkhouse is self-catering, but with full board available on request.
Things to do around YHA Gower
Dryad Bushcraft
Dryad Bushcraft is dedicated to providing the highest standard of Wilderness Bushcraft training.
Dylan Thomas Centre
Houses a permanent exhibition on Dylan Thomas and his life, as well as a shop stuffed with books, posters and memorabilia. The Centre is right next to the pedestrian Sail (Millennium) Bridge and
Swansea Bay and area
Discover Swansea, the seaside resort of Mumbles and the Gower Peninsula. Don't miss the enchanting Afan and Vale of Neath. Visit the website
Oxwich Castle
Remains of a mock-fortified manor house, with evidence of sumptuous accommodation, built during the prosperous 16th century. Visit the website
Walking and Rambling in Gower
Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore the beauty of this part of the country. Whether it be walking routes or off the beaten track, you’re sure to enjoy wandering around and takin
Climbing in Gower
Climb and scramble to your hearts content and enjoy the spectacular views from this beautiful part of the country. Check out the UK Climbing website for routes
Watersports in Gower
This lovely area is great for water sports, so whatever mode of water transport takes your fancy, take the plunge and enjoy some fun on, or in, the water!
Swansea Market
Explore the largest indoor market in Wales and sample the local delights like cockles, lavabread and bacon. Visit the Market website
Facilities
General
- Classroom
- Cot available
- Garden / grounds
Essentials
- Drying room
- Laundry
- Lounge
Entertainment
- Library/Quiet room
- TV
Accommodation options
- Private rooms available
- En suite rooms available
Food & drink
- BBQ area
- Dining room
- Group catering available
- Meals available
- Self-catering kitchen (currently closed)
Transportation & parking
- Parking
Other YHA products
- YHA Exclusive Hire
Need to know
Reception times: From 08:30 - 16:30
Check in: From 16:00 (self check-in for 24 hours)
Check out : Before 10:00
Open every day?: Yes
Parking: Yes
Pets: Assistance dogs are welcome.
YHA Gower - Access Statement
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YHA Exclusive Hire
Make YHA Gower your home for a few days by booking the whole place for yourself! Visit our YHA Exclusive Hire website for more information. Open for group bookings all year round.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: The Gower Peninsula is both beautiful and unspoilt. Take a stroll around Whiteford Point, which takes in the sand dunes of Whiteford Burrows and keep an eye out for the last remaining cast iron lighthouse in Britain. If surfing is your thing, Gower has some of the best waves in Britain.
