Hundreds of Excellent Hostels Bothies & Bunkhouses: "Hostel Acommodation In The UK - Useful Web Links" Top 5 Page for this destination United Kingdom Hotel Tip by scotlandscotour

Why Hostel?
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Below are a few useful web links for hostels and quality "budget" accommodation in the UK.

The Hosteworld and BUG Europe sites are good beceause they incluse ratings by guests, giving you some slight hint of what to expect - information to supplement the grading by Tourist Boards ( A very contentious and criticised issue - because the grading is unable to measure or appreciate much that makes a "communal" and unusual / quirky place).

Warning
Take the reviews of hostels on these sites (and that includes VT) with a big pinch of salt! The quality and accuracy of ratings is often skewed by those with a vested interest rating or getting friends / staff to rate their own businesses. However, that aside, there are very genuine and helpful comments by previous guests - well worth reading. And remember, everyone has a different perspective and standard. If in doubt - ask me!

Unique Qualities: Some useful websites:-

Hostelworld.com
Hostel.com
BUG Hostel Reviews Scotland
YHA England & Wales
Scottish YHA
IBHS Independent Hostels Scotland - "Blue Guide"
Scottish Tourist Board Accommodation

Address: UK - all over - see web links for details
Comparison: least expensive
Price: less than US$20
Theme: Hostel