Hostels in Southend-on-Sea

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Featured Hostels in Southend-on-Sea

University of Essex - Colchester Campus
Guests can enjoy a variety of food and beverages at this self-service station.

University of Essex - Colchester Campus

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (23)
"Nice place to stay rooms are basic , clean Can use common kitchen for making tea or coffee"
University of Essex - Colchester Campus
YHA Medway - Hostel
Situated outside the building, a bench offers a place to rest.

YHA Medway - Hostel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Really lovely place only stayed the 1 night but it was very clean. Definitely would stay again"
YHA Medway - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Southend-on-Sea Hotel Reviews

Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This is an amazing hotel -- and restaurant. The owner is a very kind person and they care enormously about the standards in the hotel and restaurant. Amazing hotel!!"
Neil 4-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Seven Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Southend-on-Sea?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. You'll find adventure tours and other activities to enjoy, and the sea views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Southend-on-Sea?
If you're hoping to find reasonable accommodation in Southend-on-Sea, you might like this popular choice: Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Southend Central Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi at this bed & breakfast.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Southend-on-Sea?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Southend-on-Sea is 767 mm.
What is there to see and do in Southend-on-Sea?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to discover the area around Southend-on-Sea. Get out into nature with places such as Southend Beach, Thorpe Bay Beach and Shoebury East Beach. Cultural attractions include New Empire Theatre, Prittlewell Priory and Southend-On-Sea Pier Museum. Visit landmarks such as Southchurch Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Southend-on-Sea while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Southend-on-Sea in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (SEN-Southend), 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from the city centre. An alternative is London (LCY-London City), situated 28.6 mi (46.1 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Southend Central Station, Southend Victoria Station or Southend East Station.