Perhaps you’re eager to watch a football game, or you’re simply in search of the best hostels in Liverpool. We’re here to deliver the latter!
This famous hometown of The Beatles is situated alongside the River Mersey in northwest England.
Are you ready for awesome privacy-led dorms and wonderful social spaces?
Your shortcut:
- The Liverpool Pod – ideal for football hooligans
- Sleep Eat Love – top pick for couples
- YHA Liverpool Central – perfect for groups
We’d recommend this destination for solo travellers, backpackers and couples. From Liverpool it is also really easy to reach other cities such as Manchester, Sheffield and Leeds.
This guide is perfect for YOU, when …
- tired of bad and crappy hostels
- want to avoid the “young party kids”
- happy to spend 1-2€ for a better experience
Discover the 3 best hostels in Manchester right here.
What we cover in this article?
- Introduction
- 3 best hostels in detail
- cheapest hostels in Liverpool
- best hostels in Liverpool for solo travellers
- fun party hostels in Liverpool
- more hostels worth a mention
- discounts and promo codes
- How to book?
- all hostel and sights on a map
- Flights
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Quick Introduction to Liverpool
Average price for a bed: Hostels in Liverpool cost 13€ – 20€ per night for a bed in a dorm. A private room starts from 20€ up to 60€ per night. This is a rough average just to give you an idea.
Prices always depend on season and holidays. Please always check exact rates on Hostelworld.com or Booking.com.
Check-In and Check Out: The average check-in time is from 15:00 (3pm), while the Check Out time is before 11:00 (11am). Hostels usually offer luggage storage in case you arrive earlier or leave later. Make sure you check if luggage storage is free or if there is an extra cost.
New to Hostels? Read our full hostel starter guide here. We especially recommend to read:
- how to book hostels (and websites to use)
- 23 items for the hostel packing list
- Are hostels safe? 13 safety tips for hostels
The 3 Best Hostels in Liverpool
Let’s jump right into the boutique hostels in Liverpool.
We put all three accommodation on the map, you will find the map at the end of the article.
1. The Liverpool Pod
Don’t you just love it when a name gives away so much about a hostel? It saves on having to guess!
The Liverpool Pod does indeed offer up super duper pod beds to provide you with a great nights sleep.
Each bed comes with a privacy curtain, plug socket and personal light for reading. The frames are also super sturdy to prevent rocking and squeaking – bonus.
You can also save time on choosing between a huge range of room types.
There are simply three: 4-bed female dorm, 6-bed mixed dorm and a deluxe double private.
Oh and each room comes with an ensuite!
To help make you feel at home, the hostel includes:
- A free breakfast
- Free laundry facilities
- Free Wifi
- Fully equipped kitchen w/ oven
When you’re feeling social, head to the cosy living room and get chatting with other travellers.
This is a top accommodation if you’d like to be close to the football games. Anfield stadium is just 2-minutes away, and Everton Football Club is only 250 yards from the hostel.
Important: There is an age restriction of 18-38 years old.
Location: Conveniently located on a main road with access to shops, takeaways and great noodle bars.
This is one of the best hostels in Liverpool for
- Solo travellers
- Football hooligans
Compare prices and read reviews at: Booking.com | Hostelworld
2. Sleep Eat Love
Sleep Eat Love is more than just a hostel, it’s a new open house concept in Liverpool.
What does that mean, exactly?
This is a space for travellers and locals alike to come together and experience Liverpool as one.
“Sleep until you’re hungry, eat until you’re sleepy, love unconditionally.”
We love this affordable and caring place, filled with innovative design and awesome staff.
Settle in and use the spaces to eat, mingle, do yoga, work or simply use it as a place to lay your head at night after a day exploring the sights.
Beware: the rooms are so nice it might be tempting to hide away inside.
Have a look at the room options:
- Single, twin & double private rooms
- Triple rooms
- Family rooms (for 3 people)
- 4,6,8 and 10-bed dorms
- Luxury apartments w/ kitchen & lounge
Cheap has never been so cheerful!
To get the good times rolling there are great amenities including a games room, lounge area, darts & table tennis and kitchen facilities.
And luckily for you, reception is open 24 hours a day!
Location: Situated in Hatton Garden, just a 10-minute walk to the famous Beatles Story and Albert Docks. Fabulous shops and boutiques are a short walk away.
This is one of the best hostels in Liverpool for
- Couples
- Families
Compare prices and read reviews at: Booking.com | Hostelworld
3. YHA Liverpool Central
Let’s not beat around the bush: YHA Liverpool Central is a lively hostel with a fun atmosphere.
This is the place you come to meet people and socialise, not hide away behind a screen.
Good to know: This hostel used to be know as Euro Hostel Liverpool.
Why you’re going to love it here:
- Licensed bar & Strawberry Fields Cafe
- Free Wi-fi
- Ideal for stag and hen parties
This brand new YHA hostel has modern facilities with a fresh design that is spotless.
Check out the quirky and bright decor around the place. See if you can spot The Beatles walking along the wall!
Groups are welcome here, just be aware that groups larger than 16 will not be accepted.
So you’re used to hearing that a hostel offers female-only dorms, right?
It’s no different here. AND! There is also a male-dorm on offer. These guys don’t discriminate.
If you prefer, there is also a 6-bed mixed dorm on offer. The suite and quadruple room are perfect for groups.
Location: Right in the heart of the city! You can experience the legendary Cavern Club and enjoy some retail therapy. Royal Albert Dock and other major attractions are within an easy walking distance.
This is one of the best hostels in Liverpool for
- Groups
- Social butterflies
Compare prices and check availability at: Booking.com | Hostelworld
What about cheapest hostels in Liverpool?
Of course, there are always cheap hostels.
We think, it’s not worth it to go with the cheapest hostel out there.
Why?
The difference is usually 1-2€ ($1-2) per night, and a lot of amenities are not included. This can be breakfast or linen.
However, if you are traveling on a shoe-string budget and you wanna save every penny, there are ways to find the cheapest places in Liverpool.
- Open Hostelworld with full list of budget places to stay in Liverpool
- Order the listing by price
Simple as that.
Read: 15 hacks for booking hostels
Make sure you use then the other filters and rank per price.
Also keep a close eye on the ratings, especially the “extreme ratings”. Meaning, the best and worst. These ratings can give great insight on what to expect.
Best Hostels in Liverpool for Solo Travellers?
What is seriously the best hostel in Liverpool for solo-travellers?
The Liverpool Pod wins this one.
Even if you’re not exactly keen to go and watch a football match, you’ll like it here.
The rooms types suit all types of solo travellers thanks to the privacy curtains. The breakfast is free and the wifi is fast – what more do you need?
As there is an age restriction in place (18-38yrs), you know what kind of crowd to expect. We’d say this is a great Liverpool backpackers.
Compare prices and read reviews at: Booking.com | Hostelworld
Party Hostels in Liverpool
Liverpool itself is great city for nightlife, live music and experiencing the typical British football scene. Yet, would you believe that we did not come across any great party hostels in Liverpool?
We recommend staying at YHA Liverpool Central.
Though not technically a party hostel, they pride themselves on offering a fun, lively atmosphere.
Their licensed bar is a great place to kick start the night. Then enjoy the central location by wandering to a nearby bar (or two) to continue the fun. Reception is always open so you don’t need to worry about a curfew.
Compare prices and read reviews at: Booking.com | Hostelworld
More Hostels worth a Mention
It’s always handy to throw a few more options into the mix. We want to make sure we have all bases covered for our lovely readers, after all!
If the top 3 hostels don’t take your fancy, here are two more for you to consider.
Hatters Hostel
Hatters Hostel is centrally located within a grand Victorian building. It’s huge!
The team here love to help you arrange tours and make you feel at home.
Honestly, it’s pretty easy to wind down and relax when there is:
- Free Wi-fi throughout the hostel
- BBQ area & courtyard
- Large communal kitchen
- 24 hour reception
No matter which dorm size you opt for, the bunkbeds are simply stunning. Privacy curtains? Check!
From here you will be a mere 5-minute stroll from Lime Street Station and all of the popular attractions.
Compare prices and read reviews at: Booking.com | Hostelworld
Liverpool International Inn
Here we have a no-frills budget option for those seeking either shared dorms or a private room.
Liverpool International Inn is once again centrally located in the city and can house up to 100 people at a time.
Facilities include:
- Free tea & coffee
- TV lounge/games room
- Pool table
- Fully fitted kitchen
Located in the Inn’s basement is Cocoon Hotel. This sister hotel offers private double rooms and fully-furnished apartments for couples.
Compare prices and read reviews at: Booking.com | Hostelworld
How to book?
We recommend using Booking.com or Hostelworld for your reservations.
Hostelworld is the most popular website when it comes to hostel bookings.
Read: step-by-step guide on how to book with Hostelworld
On both platforms your credit card is 100% protected and the booking 100% confirmed.
We included the handy links to each of the recommended hostel. Just click on the hostel name. The link will lead you to check prices and availability.
Here is the overview:
- The Liverpool Pod: Booking.com | Hostelworld
- Sleep Eat Love: Booking.com | Hostelworld
- YHA Liverpool Central: Booking.com | Hostelworld
We recommend booking your hostel as early as possible!
All of Liverpool best hostels are popular; especially in high-season. To make sure you end up in those stylish hostels, secure your room or bed as soon as you have your travel dates fix.
Any Discounts?
Currently, we have no special hostel discounts in Liverpool. I know, it’s a pity. You can subscribe to our newsletter to receive our newest hostel discounts always to your inbox.
You can find all our hostel discounts worldwide here.
All 3 Hostels put on a map + sights
Let us have a look on the map. Below we list all three best Liverpool hostels on a map.
Personally, we love to plan our trips with a map having all sights and potential hostels on it. We thought this map will help you with planning your trip too.
We also included the main tourist attractions you’ve to know in this list:
- Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
- The Beatles Story
- Cavern Club
- Liverpool Cathedral
- World Museum
- Anfield Stadium
Flights to Liverpool?
We enjoy Omio.com and Kiwi.com to find cheap flights all over Liverpool.
This new website has super cool features like a so-called radius search. Just draw a circle over the United Kingdom and find the cheapest rates for the area.
Here is our review of Kiwi.
More guides
Alright, this is your answer to where to stay in Liverpool.
We did the leg work for you and bring you more hostel guides to destinations:
- best hostels in London – with Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
- best hostels in Brighton
- best hostels in Glasgow, Scotland
- best hostels in Edinburgh – with CoDE Pod Hostels
- 24 best hostels in Ireland
- best hostels in Belfast, Northern Ireland
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We also created a huge guide to hostels. Here we cover how to build lifetime friendships in hostels, the perfect packing list and more.
Over to you
Was this useful? Do you have any questions, doubts?
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Last note: Our commitment
This is a genuine article to help you travel a bit smarter and find the best place on a budget! We ONLY recommend places we know you will enjoy, no matter what.
At Hostelgeeks we will never recommend you any place we haven’t evaluated or are not convinced by. Our promise is to only share with you places we also recommend to our best friends and family!
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Your Smart Packing List
It is time to see what you should pack in your backpack or suitcase. Make sure you always pick a quality hostel, it totally reduces the things you need to pack. Here is our ultimate hostel packing list. It features 23 items you should really throw in your backpack.
The most important things to pack are:- earplugs
- eye mask
- key chain flashlight
- the right backpack, we travel with Lowe Alpine Lightflite 45 Pack
- packing cubes
- generic padlock (fitting all locker types)
- quick-dry travel towel
- universal power adapter
- travel-sized toiletries
