Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation29 St James Place, Ilfracombe, United KingdomShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, service and amenities.
8.7480Reviews- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 29 St James Place.
Ocean Backpackers - Your Ideal Stay in Ilfracombe
Convenient Location: Just a 1-minute walk from Ilfracombe harbour, Ocean Backpackers is the perfect base for exploring the town and its attractions.
Comfortable Accommodation: Choose from a variety of room options, whether you prefer privacy or a communal setting. Enjoy the convenience of en suite or shared bathrooms and make use of the communal kitchen and living areas.
Great Amenities: Benefit from storage facilities for your surfboards and bikes, enjoy complimentary tea and coffee, and explore nearby cafés for breakfast options.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Hiking
- Luggage storage
- Fishing
Rooms
8.7
Fabulous
Rated 8.7 out of 10 by 480 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.3
- Service9.3
- Location9.3
- Rooms8.2
- Amenities8.8
- Value8.7
- Food & drink8.3
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat location
NicolaUnited KingdomGreat location and everything you need for an overnight stay
Great location and everything you expect from a back packers. Clean and comfortable
Nothing
HelenUnited KingdomVery clean and central to town.
Lovely clean single room at the top of the house. Spotlessly clean bathrooms too. Good to see that work on sustainability.
Garden could be more welcoming!
NataliaLKThe church bells just outside of the window, going off all night 🥲
SusanneAustriaEine der Matratzen im Familienzimmer war total durchgelegen. Man konnte nicht darauf schlafen
LeahUnited KingdomGreat location, value for money and friendly hosts.
Family room is spacious and clean.
SarahUnited KingdomFriendly welcome. It was a convenient place to stop when I walked the SWCP.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
29 St James Place, Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Ocean Backpackers self-catering hostel?
29 St James Place, Ilfracombe.
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