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Reviews of Aberystwyth University Bunkhouse

Aberystwyth University Bunkhouse Penglais Campus, Aberystwyth, SY23 3BY, United Kingdom

#24 of 35 hotels in Aberystwyth

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Review Score

Based on 49 hostel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free Wifi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    7.0
    Very enjoyable.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This was my fault but I hadn't realised there wasn't a kettle in my room, I would have brought one had I realised. Also, there was a wifi box which you had to look up about how to use it. I'm not very tech savvy so would have liked the information to have been written out and simple. I also didn't know about the parking permit, again, probably my fault but I arrived late and tired and didn't read the information until the morning.

    The location was excellent, bed was comfortable and room was clean with mostly everything you need. I got lost as I arrived in the dark, security were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2025

    8.0
    Loved it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is a bunkhouse, it does what it says on the tin! Room was cosy and had everything you needed for quiet study. Bed was good, too.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    No frills, but you get everything you need. It is super clean and convenient if visiting the university. Shared areas, including bathrooms, were well-maintained. Barely noticed other guests in my unit.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Accommodation was exactly what needed for visit to son who is studying at the university at great price. Rooms are comfortable and having kitchen is really great. Shower and facilities are all really clean. Have stayed here several times and would do again.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2024

    8.0
    A little spartan but enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The showers were very cramped and made it hard to keep clothes dry to change into. The doors slammed hard and were noisy; not good when trying to sleep when others are up and about. Not having an en suite toilet.

    Meeting some interesting people also staying. Free parking opposite.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 23, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower... 😊 There was a fixed showerhead,

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Mattress was a little uncomfy

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 13, 2024

    8.0
    It's a uni hall of residence
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's a hall of residence, at the university, 28 minutes walk up a hill from the station. Unless you're needing to visit the uni, the national library or the hospital there's not much there.

    It's a converted hall of residence, at the university, 28 minutes walk up a hill from the station. Cheap, clean, communal kitchen.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2024

    7.0
    Basic single room bolthole with wash basin. Shared toilets, showers and kitchen down the corridor.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    More hooks in the showers and toilets would be useful. It's a good mile uphill from town centre / rail station, with only hourly bus service (out of term time). I appreciated the exercise, but others might not.

    Basic bolthole, as described

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    .... It was exactly just like the old days... But the wifi was much faster now 😁😂

    Just like the old days... Cant beat it 😂

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    8.0
    Overall, a delightful few days which made me want to be a student again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    There's no soundproofing in the bunkhouse, so a noisy party occupying the rest of the flat was a nuisance, as were weekend revellers shouting outside in the early hours. All the power points in my room (N68) are above the bedhead, which is bizarre. The breakfast available (outside term time) in the Food Hall, which we had to take on the final morning because we had to leave before the Arts Centre opened, was very stodgy and sugary.

    The location is fantastic! Everything worked as it's supposed to; the double bed I slept in alone was comfortable (my daughter, in a single bed next door, didn't agree); the catering in the Arts Centre was splendid - indeed, everything about the Arts Centre was first-rate.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shower heads couldn't be adjusted up or down, so if you don't want to wash your hair bring a shower cap.

    Great location (was visiting the Uni), clean, quiet, sink in room. Room was cozy and laid out well with a decently comfortable bed, and great desk space. No frills, but perfect for what it is.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Comfy room and convenient facilities. Really quiet in July

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2024

    7.0
    Very Friendly Staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Directions to the room itself could be clearer, was told it'd either be on the left or on the right of a path😂

    Really friendly and helpful staff! The room was clean and felt safe enough to leave my belongings whilst I was out!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff were excellent, great location just outside town centre

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was value for money, just outside town, friendly staff. Excellent location

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2024

    7.0
    Close to the centre so very handy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Keys not held at The Bunkhouse. Held at Penbryn (food hall) or at nearby reception. Need to go there first to get directions as Bunkhouse not signposted from top entrance of the University. Not bedside light as such.

    Did not eat on site. Much older than students! Location close to City centre. Comfortable room.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2024

    9.0
    Great location and price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Briefly disturbed by noise from other residents. Some might find the steep walk up from the town a bit challenging.

    Very clean and secure, set in the grounds of the University (Penglais Campus) and with access to the sports centre, restaurants and other campus facilities close by. The apartment features separate showers and toilets and has a fully equipped kitchen with seating area and TV. The campus is located just a stones throw from the National Library and Penglais Nature Park , with the town centre and seafront about 15 minutes walk further down the hill.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2024

    7.0
    Good budget accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small showers and very loud doors

    Location and price

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2024

    8.0
    Great place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The individual shower room very small and cramped and difficult to get into without getting wet feet. The shower head cannot be adjusted and sprays beyond the curtain, so do not put anything on the floor! Actually another door hook would have been handy, as difficult to put clothes and towel on the double hook. There is no soap or towel in toilet, and no soap in bedroom, so bring your own. The Beko cooker is efficient, but it has two ovens, and the small one is NOT a grill, it will melt cheese but not toast baps or crumpets. The toaster will only take sliced bread. The bedroom walls are only one brick thick, so don't speak loudly on mobil, or play podcasts late at night! If you get University 03 bus it only takes you to porter's lodge, and the hill up to bunk houses is precipitous!

    Room very comfortable, and included a wash hand basin, a bath towel is also included. Shared Shower and shared toilet were opposite the bedrooms. .Large Kitchen/diner was at the end of the corridor. The key card room lock was extremely efficient, compared to others I have used. Good view out in to the University grounds, and situation very quiet. The bus stops are only a few minutes walk away on top of the hill, and although there are not many buses, are useful once one knows their pattern. There is a Spar supermarket also on top of the hill. Shower gel is included , in shower room. Wifi can work well. Box near door for key cards so no need to trek down hill to Reception to check out.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Very basic accommodation, the showers are push buttons which is not very practical. Not many utensils in the kitchen (it would be nice to have more cutlery, plates and cups). The mattresses are uncomfortable, fine for a short stay.

    Cheap accommodation in the middle of campus, fairly close to the town centre (25min walk, a couple of buses throughout the day, and a cheap 3min taxi ride from the station if need be). It was quiet and the room was clean, with a sink in the room, sheets and towels included. Easy checkout and safe rooms with keycards to lock from inside and outside the room.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed was not the most comfortable but absolutely fair facilities for the price.

    Perfect value for money. Right in the university campus. Check in was super easy, room was clean and staff was really helpful

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    7.0
    Convenient , good rate , friendly staff. , basic facilities as expected
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed very uncomfortable could feel springs and cold in night doors banding from about 5 am

    Good location , very clean , good parking , great kitchen , friendly staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2024

    8.0
    Clean and well equipped
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower room and shower itself were the biggest letdown although I wouldn't let that itself stop me staying in the bunkhouse in the future. The direction of the nozzle / shower head was fixed and non adjustable so it was difficult to clean the shower after use. The floor in the shower became extremely slippery when wet and soapy and I'm surprised there wasn't an anti slip mat or something. The showers are push button so you have to keep pushing the button during your shower otherwise the water stops coming out. Maybe these could be adjusted by the university in future so that each push of the button provides water for a greater length of time then we don't need to press as often? Regarding the shared toilets there was a wash basin and soap supplied so you can wash your hands but nothing there to dry your hands on afterwards.

    Secure entry via electronic pass into the bunkhouse. Decent sized wardrobe for staying a few days, nice workdesk and adjustable chair in the room. Shared kitchen with good facilities which was cleaned daily along with the shared showers and toilets. I particularly liked the fact that I was left in peace by the staff throughout my stay. The room is yours from start to finish and there is no need to have to vacate the room at any point during your stay for linen changes or anything like in some places I've stayed in previously. If you require any assistance you always have 24 hour reception available in a separate building.

    Stayed in January 2024

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