Blind River Scare live at YHA Manorbier
Live on 19th April 2025 - Tim Manning is a Welsh Singer/Songwriter playing Americana and Alt-Country influenced songs. Tim writes heartfelt tales of love, loss and life coupled with proper song-craft...
YHA Manorbier
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Overview
With coastal views and access to stunning coastal paths and sandy beaches from its clifftop location, YHA Manorbier is a great spot for a Welsh seaside family holiday.
After a recent renovation, the hostel is now better than ever, with a freshly refurbished reception and foyer for guests to be welcomed into.
Accommodation at this hostel
- Private room is offered here
- Camping & Cabins is offered here
- Entire place is offered here
- Bed in a shared room is not offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Fabulous sea views
- Close to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path
- Great location for outdoor activities
Accommodation at YHA Manorbier
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 68 people
Experience the joy of Pembrokeshire from YHA Manorbier, a quirky ex-Ministry of Defence building with two stunning beaches on the doorstep. This clifftop location is perfect for activity groups and school trips.
South Pembrokeshire is packed with things to do, whether you’re studying the history of the area or getting active with climbing and water sports. Walk along the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path to vibrant Tenby, visit the splendid Manorbier Castle or try fun attractions like Folly Farm or Heatherton World of Adventures. Not to mention the two gorgeous beaches just a few minutes' walk away. This place is definitely worth a visit!
Group-friendly facilities
Sleeping arrangements
Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
YHA Manorbier offers social spaces and handy free Wi-Fi. It also has an area that can be used as a classroom or meeting room and is surrounded by the Pembrokeshire coast, fields and natural beauty.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Manorbier (see sample menu).
Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Parking
There is free parking on-site.
Packages and bolt-ons
Looking to fill some free time? Our bolt-on activities can easily be added to your stay.
Accredited site
YHA Manorbier holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (105543).
This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Ambulant accessible
- Baby changing
- Classroom(s)
- Coach parking on premises
- Contactless payments
- Cycle store
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Extra-large garden/grounds
- Free parking on premises
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Intermittent mobile coverage
- Library
- Licensed bar
- Luggage store
- Meeting room(s)
- Minibus parking on premises
- Outdoor seating
- Packed lunch
- Sea view
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: From 07:30 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests from 07:30 – 09:00 on weekdays and 07:30 – 10:00 at weekends. Meals are also available from 10:00 – 20:30.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Cafe and restaurant opening hours: Skrinkle Café & Bar is open to the public from 11:00 - 20:30, Monday to Sunday, during peak season. It may be closed at other times of the year.
Parking: There is free parking on-site.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Dogs can stay on our campsite and in our Airstreams and camping pods. There is a £10 charge per dog per night for our Airstream and camping pod accommodation which is payable upon arrival. You can bring your dog for free if you are camping in your own tent. Pets are not permitted in the hostel accommodation at YHA Manorbier. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout.
YHA Manorbier - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA Manorbier
Things to do around YHA Manorbier
Connor Jillons live at YHA Manorbier
Live on 3rd May 2025 - Join us in welcoming ConnorJillons to YHA Manorbier. Connor is a blues and folk musician based in Pembrokeshire playing a mixture of blues, classics and folk music. No need to...
Whilbur live at YHA Manorbier
Live on 31st May 2025 - Whilbur are an original band based in the Gower, near Swansea. Found in 2019 as a creative collaboration to celebrate original songwriting, Whilbur's sound pulls from...
Manorbier Castle
In a splendid setting overlooking a beautiful unspoilt beach, families will love to explore Manorbier Castle. Visit the Castle website
Church Doors Cove & Beach
A small rocky beach, where sand is exposed at low tide. There's a large natural arch and caves along the steep cliffs. Visit Pembrokeshire website for more information.
Picton Castle
A stunning stately home, Picton Castle has 40 acres of some of the most beautiful woodland gardens and grounds in West Wales. Visit Picton Castle's website
Walking and Rambling in Manorbier
The Pembrokeshire Coastal Path runs straight past the hostel door. Coastal walks are a must and boast some truly incredible views of the area. Beautiful and dramatic vistas with big limestone cliffs...
Caldey Island
A beautiful Island just a 15-minute boat trip from the idyllic seaside resort of Tenby and home to a priory of Cistercian monks. Visit the Cadley Island website
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
With over 950km of footpaths, walking is an ideal way to appreciate the spectacular scenery, wildlife and history of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path twists and...
Pembroke Castle
This mighty fortress is largely intact and its endless passages, tunnels and stairways are great to explore. Make sure you don't miss the medieval life exhibitions. Visit the Pembroke Castle website
Pentre Ifan Chambered Tomb
Pentre Ifan takes us back to Neolithic times. This splendid burial chamber has a huge 5m capstone poised on three uprights. The capstone appears to be delicately placed but has remained in place for...
Heatherton World of Activities
4.1 miles If you want a relaxing, sports filled activity day out, or an adrenalin-fuelled extreme adventure day, Heatherton has it all! Visit the website
Watersports in Manorbier
The main watersport in the area is surfing and you'll find some of the best swells just a short walk from the hostel. Freshwater West is a short drive away and is more exposed to the Atlantic Ocean...
Climbing in Manorbier
Easy access to some of the best sea cliff climbing in Britain and great for a days worth of climbing. Recognised as some of the best rock climbing in the country, the area is on a par with the Peaks...
Cycling in Manorbier
There's lots of quiet country lanes to wind and bend with on your ride. An off-road route is available about 10 miles away between Neyland and Haverfordwest. It's nice and peaceful, you won't get...
More about this hostel
Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer.
History
YHA Manorbier is a futuristic ex-MOD building on the Pembrokeshire coast path with great views out to sea. It has been a youth hostel for over 25 years and underwent a refurbishment to many of its communal areas in 2015.
Meet the team
Staffed by local outdoor enthusiasts with great knowledge of local activities and attractions.
Manager recommends: Walking the coast path from our front door and exploring the many hidden and quiet local beaches.
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