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YHA Liverpool Albert Dock
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Overview
Just a short walk from the historic Albert Docks – part of Liverpool’s famous waterfront – YHA Liverpool Albert Dock is right at the heart of everything Liverpool has to offer. This hostel is ideal for anyone looking for a budget city break, with great transport links, a vibrant café bar area and a handy 24-hour reception.
Tate Liverpool, the International Slavery Museum and Museum of Liverpool are about 10 minutes’ walk away, so there is plenty to do in this city of culture. Alternatively head south and you’ll stumble across fabulous bars such as the Camp and Furnace, Baltic Social and the Liverpool Gin Garden.
Accommodation at this hostel
- Bed in a shared room is offered here
- Private room is offered here
- Camping & Cabins is not offered here
- Entire place is not offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Five minutes' walk from the Albert Docks and Liverpool Waterfront
- Perfect for family weekend breaks
- 24-hour reception available
Accommodation at YHA Liverpool Albert Dock
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 171 people
Whether you’re exploring urban attractions or the city’s museums and galleries, YHA Liverpool Albert Dock has everything you need for a city break.
This hostel sits in the arty Baltic Triangle area, with convenient access to Liverpool Waterfront’s world-class attractions like The Beatles Story, the Albert Dock and the iconic Pier Head.
Group-friendly facilities
Sleeping arrangements
Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock offers plenty of space for groups to hang out and socialise, including a vibrant café bar area and a TV lounge. You'll find free Wi-Fi and a handy 24-hour reception at this hostel too.
With a meeting room equipped with projector, flip chart and stationery, schools and groups can study and relax in peace. There’s exceptional security for kids too – with a secure, fenced grass area around the hostel, CCTV and regular checks from our staff who are on duty all day, every day.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Liverpool Albert Dock (see sample menu).
Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Parking
Free parking is available on-site for guests and patrons. This car park is controlled by an ANPR parking system and has space for up to 20 cars including a Blue Badge parking space. Upon arrival, motorists are required to validate their presence by entering their car's registration number at reception.
Accredited site
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (Site Only) (105561).
This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- 24-hour reception
- Ambulant accessible
- Baby changing
- Café
- City view
- Coach parking on premises
- Contactless payments
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Free parking on premises
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Library
- Licensed bar
- Luggage store
- Medium garden/grounds
- Meeting room(s)
- Minibus parking on premises
- Near bus stop
- Near ferry port
- Near train station
- Near underground
- Outdoor seating
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Vending machines
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: 24 hours.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends. Meals are also available from 17:00 – 20:30.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: Free parking is available on-site for guests and patrons. This car park is controlled by an ANPR parking system and has space for up to 20 cars including a Blue Badge parking space. Upon arrival, motorists are required to validate their presence by entering their car's registration number at reception.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Liverpool Albert Dock. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA Liverpool Albert Dock
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More about this hostel
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.
History
YHA Liverpool Albert Dock was purpose built and opened in 1998 by the Duke of Edinburgh. The hostel is situated opposite a World UNESCO Heritage site, and is close to all that the city centre has to offer in terms of culture, shopping and nightlife.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: Anfield Stadium is a definite must when visiting Liverpool on a cheap city break. The city has amazing museums, full of history, music and culture which are well worth exploring. Believe it or not, Liverpool has lovely beaches for a day out, and with cheap accommodation in this friendly backpackers hostel, you've got everything you need for a great Liverpool weekend break.
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