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Google (257) 4.6
Tripadvisor (130) 4.5
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Visitors frequently praise Cwtsh Hostel for its excellent cleanliness, modern facilities, and helpful, friendly staff, with many highlighting its convenient town centre location. However, some guests have reported issues with hygiene, such as mould and dirty dishes, and one guest was unexpectedly denied accommodation due to prior alcohol consumption.

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10-14 Castle St, Swansea SA1 1JF, UK
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01792 986556
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Website
cwtsh-hostel.co.uk
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Welcome to Cwtsh Hostel, a vibrant and inclusive accommodation option located in the heart of Swansea, Wales. While not exclusively a gay venue, Cwtsh Hostel prides itself on being a welcoming space for all travellers, including the LGBTQ+ community. Situated at 10-14 Castle St, SA1 1JF, it offers a friendly base for exploring all that Swansea and the surrounding Welsh coastline have to offer. You can expect a relaxed and communal atmosphere, typical of a well-run hostel, where meeting fellow travellers is easy and encouraged. As an LGBTQ+ friendly establishment, Cwtsh Hostel aims to provide a safe and comfortable environment for everyone. Whether you're visiting Swansea for its beautiful beaches, its rich industrial heritage, or as a gateway to the stunning Gower Peninsula, this hostel provides a convenient and affordable lodging choice. The emphasis is on creating a positive and open atmosphere, making it a great option for solo travellers, couples, and groups who value inclusivity. You'll find essential amenities designed for comfort and convenience, ensuring a pleasant stay. Cwtsh Hostel is more than just a place to sleep; it's a place to connect. Its central Swansea location means you're never far from local attractions, dining, and entertainment. For those seeking adventure or simply a friendly place to rest their heads, this hostel offers a warm Welsh welcome. Check their website at http://cwtsh-hostel.co.uk/ for more details on facilities and booking your inclusive stay in South Wales.

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Barbara Serafin
Barbara Serafin Jun 2026
Adamantia Tsalopoulou
Adamantia Tsalopoulou May 2026
Johana Gomez
Johana Gomez May 2026

A good place for a short stay. Very central and easily accessible. It has a good kitchen and is clean.

Vince Carter
Vince Carter May 2026

Stayed there for three nights in a 12 bed dorm in April. On the first evening, I found a bedbug in my pod (see picture attached). They hate light but the lights were still on, which means the room must be infested pretty badly. I told the employees as soon as this happened. They looked around the dorm and found other bedbug nests around other people's beds. I was also immediately offered to move to a different dorm (which I accepted) but the dorm stayed open and the other guests stayed. That offer in itself indicates that they probably knew that first dorm was infested in the first place (because otherwise, why would they offer to move me to a different bed that is just as likely to have bugs?) . No refund was offered. I didn't see any other bugs for the rest of my stay but the dorm stayed open, and new guests weren't notified of what had happened. Employees were comprehensive and tried to accommodate me as well as they could (especially considering the hostel was understaffed) ; but management obviously knows about this ongoing bug issue and is refusing to do anything about it. The cheap wood the beds are made of is the perfect hiding spot for bedbugs, and changing them altogether is the only way forward. On the last day, I spoke with the employee at reception who said she'd send my email to management to see if they'd offer a refund which they didn't do. I told her I didn't really care about a refund and I just wanted something to be done about it for future guests, but management doesn't seem to care about that at all. Until the issue is acknowledged and thoroughly delt with, I do not recommend staying there. Other than that, location is excellent (city center, central bus station & train station all very close ) and the employees were nice.

Francesco Dessy
Francesco Dessy May 2026

Great location close to the city centre. Near the train station and the night life. The room was cosy but with quite a lot of dust under the bed.

Koen Vancorenland
Koen Vancorenland Apr 2026

It is what you can expect from a hostel: a bed, shared bathroom facilities, and a kitchen. If you are just passing through and are looking for a budget-friendly place to sleep, this will suffice. The very friendly and helpful welcome is a plus.

Charlie Williams
Charlie Williams Apr 2026

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