Albatross Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near St. James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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Property entrance
Billiards
Lobby sitting area
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets
Shared fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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51 Grainger Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, NE1 5JE
  • Place, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chinatown
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. James' Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Mixed Dorm

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - Mixed Dorm)

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - 6 Bed Dorm)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - 6 Bed Dorm)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Bed in Bunkbed - 6 Bed Dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

City center stay.A stay at this Newcastle City Center hostel places you steps from Bigg Market and within a 5-minute walk of Grainger Market. Eldon Square Shopping Centre and O2 Academy Newcastle are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chinatown - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. James' Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Northumbria University - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Central Station - 2 min walk
  • Newcastle Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mile Castle (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪My Delhi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Creams - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Albatross Hostel

Hostel near St. James' Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Albatross Hostel offers its guests coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Albatross Hostel also features a television in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Newcastle-upon-Tyne hostel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Albatross Hostel offers 26 shared accommodations with fireplaces and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 5.00 for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 30 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: GBP 5.00 for check-in between 10:00 AM and noon
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 5.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Albatross Hostel Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Albatross Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Albatross Hostel Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Albatross Hostel
Albatross
Albatross Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Albatross Hostel to the airport?

Albatross Hostel is 7.6 mi (15-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Albatross Hostel?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Albatross Hostel on Jun 21, 2026 start from $41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Albatross Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Albatross Hostel.

How close is Albatross Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 9 mi (13-min drive) from Longsands Beach and 11.6 mi (28-min drive) from Whitburn Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Albatross Hostel offer free breakfast?

Albatross Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Albatross Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Genting Casino Newcastle (6-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Albatross Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Albatross Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Albatross Hostel have a pool?

Albatross Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Albatross Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Albatross Hostel to downtown Newcastle-upon-Tyne?

Albatross Hostel is 0.3 mi away from Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

Albatross Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 115 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and courteous and all the communal amenities were spot 😁👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Beren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed at Albatross for a one night trip. The room was great value for money, and the location was central and ideal. The room and facilities were clean and functional, and the bed was comfortable with no noise issues. Staff at the front desk were lovely and friendly - overall a great simple stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff. Clean room and toilet's. Great location 5 minutes from central station
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Kerrie was extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aishwarya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was extremely comfortable and the location is right in the heart of the city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel located in city center near central station. Friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good place to stay

I enjoyed my stay. The staff are friendly and kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tadeja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place for a short stay. Communal spaces were clean, showers were massive and very private. Staff is amazingly friendly. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central to get to, staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Raza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing helpful staff

Amazing helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Friendly and helpful staff. Clean premises. Central location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adedapo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's such a nice place to be
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Albatross Newcastle

Very friendly hostel. Comfortable bed, good kitchen area and tv room. Met many nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geofrey Oteng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming

A really cool hostel. Very clean and centrally located. The staff was very polite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central location

Great no frills accomodation but in a great location for all the local facilties and nightlife. Stayed there several times and can't grumble. Be nice if there was somewhere to stores/hang clothes etc in the room but no dramas living out a bag for 2 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and well run

Clean and well equipped hostel in a very convenient location. Portrait art on the walls really livened up the place as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

bboy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Food is awesome got microwave for me. Internet can be a wider range
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maeve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy and clean

Very comfortable bed, staff friendly, always cleaning, great location, a little noisy within the building but would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hostel and not a hotel. That said I had a private room that was inexpensive. it was warm, comfortable and felt safe. The hostel is excellently placed in the centre of Newcastle near nightlife. But I heard no noise from my room at the rear of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ravindra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was hassle free. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old building without lift for the clients...... close to the train station=walkable distance....
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hostel with welcoming staff. Clean and comfortable. Nice to have tea and milk available. The female dorm I was in had a lovely old fashioned fireplace and historic feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sifon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ariane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is in a old building, not accessible for people with mobility difficulties, very noise, people shouting and laughing very late in the night. The room had wooden floor that looks dirty and the kitchen/common area was terrible, no cleanliness and the smell when I entered in the kitchen everytime was overwhelming. Only positive point was the central location. Not returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025