Enjoy your own space in Cornwall
Ever wanted to enjoy the privacy of a YHA hostel and have the whole place completely to yourself and fellow guests? Now you can book the property exclusively, just for your group.
So, get ready to make some memories that will last a lifetime and experience a trip packed with adventure with family and friends. Some of our properties allow you to holiday with your four-legged companion too. Curious about our fantastic properties to hire in fabulous locations by the sea? Have a closer look and take your pick.
YHA properties to hire in Cornwall
YHA Boscastle
Whole hostel
Boscastle, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 28 guests
- 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
YHA Boswinger
Whole hostel
St Austell, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 40 guests
- 10 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
YHA Coverack
Whole hostel
Helston, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 30 guests
- 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
YHA Land's End
Whole hostel
Penzance, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 30 guests
- 9 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
YHA Lizard Point
Whole hostel
Helston, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 27 guests
- 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
YHA Perranporth
Whole hostel
Perranporth, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 23 guests
- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
YHA Tintagel
Whole hostel
Tintagel, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 22 guests
- 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
YHA Treyarnon Bay
Whole hostel
Padstow, Cornwall
- Sleeps up to 50 guests
- 17 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms
- Dogs welcome
Why book with YHA Exclusive Hire?
Get away together
Bring your family and friends with properties for a range of group sizes
Enjoy your own space
With sole use of the property, you can come and go as you please
YHA Member discount
Become a YHA member and save on every booking
Young person discount
Bringing anyone under 26 years old? You'll get 5% off
Suitable for events
Perfect for birthday celebrations, anniversaries or annual trips
Best price guaranteed
Book direct for the lowest and fairest price
Cater to all tastes
Self-catering kitchen with utensils, crockery and cutlery
Supporting a charity
Every booking helps us create more adventures for young people
Things to do in Cornwall
There's nowhere in the world quite like Cornwall
With beautiful beaches, legendary castles, pretty harbour towns and world heritage sites, there's nowhere quite like Cornwall.
If you have your heart set on a trip to Cornwall, YHA have got you covered with hostels lining much of the county's unique coastline. From Boscastle in the north, to Lizard and Land's End in the south and west, our hostels will place you at the heart of some of the county's best features and attractions. Step out of our front doors to enjoy its majesty for yourself. Whatever you get up to during your visit, we’re sure you will have a memorable time.
BF Adventure
Get outdoors and have fun at this exciting activity centre. As a charity, they help hundreds of disadvantaged children in Cornwall too.
Blue Hills Mine
Wander the site and meet the craftsmen who extract the ore, dress it, smelt it, refine it and make it into fantastic jewellery. Visit the Blue Hills website
Blue Reef Aquarium
Dive into a breathtaking 3D underwater world and be transported below the ocean's surface to watch some of the planet's fascinating creatures. Discover fantastic creatures that live in our seas and...
Boscastle Museum of Witchcraft
Houses the world's largest collection of witchcraft related artifacts. One of Cornwall's most popular museums.
Camel Creek Adventure Park
Enter the magical land of Cornwall’s Camel Creek Adventure Park and hold on tight for Morgawr, the exciting roller coaster - great family fun! Visit the website
Charlestown Shipwreck and Heritage Centre
Don't miss this unusual glimpse into the past - a unique collection of shipwrecks, historical artefacts and varied exhibitions about the China Clay industry.
Climbing at Lands End
If you are looking to combine water sports with climbing then Coasteering is for you. Kernow Coasteering - www.kernow-coasteering.co.uk – offer coasteering adventures on the rocky coastline close to...
Coastal Rush
Experience Cornwall’s famously spectacular coastline with a Coasteering adventure, a unique combination of swimming, climbing, scrambling, traversing and cliff jumping. Visit the Coastal Rush website...
Coasteering in Land's End
If you are looking to combine water sports with climbing then Coasteering is for you. Kernow Coasteering offer coasteering adventures on the rocky coastline close to YHA Land’s End.
Cornwall Surf Academy
Don't miss out on something the area is famous for! Try an action packed surf lesson and take to the waves.
Coverack Windsurfing School
Try a half-day taster session at one of the few places in England where you can learn to windsurf on the sea. Coverack has an east facing bay, so protected and ideal for first timers to learn. Visit...
Cycling in Land's End
Nothing beats cycling down the old green lane to Nanjizal - one of the more secluded beaches in Cornwall. By bike, you can explore all the villages, ancient sites and coves of Penwith without having...
Emma Kate Fishing Trips
Take to the sea and enjoy a mackerel or bass fishing trip, or wreck and reef trip from Padstow Harbour. Visit the Emma Kate website For bookings see the Padstow Angling Centre website
Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach
Made famous in the BBC series Poldark, this beautiful sandy beach has a little church at one end, jutting out of the cliffs. It is also an area of archaeological importance. See the Visit Cornwall...
Hangloose Adventure SkyWire
Looking for a new adventure? For those thrill-seekers out there, why not fly down Skywire, England’s Fastest Zipline! Better yet, challenge yourself by trying Gravity or swing like Tarzan on Skytrek...
Harlyn Surf School
Come and visit Cornwalls premier surf school based on award winning Harlyn Bay only 5 minutes away from YHA Treyarnon Bay. Harly Surf School specialises in surfing, coasteering, kayaking...
Healeys Cornish Cyder Farm
Pay homage to this state-of-the-art brewing facility, including the press house and distillery, followed by a free tasting. Have a look around their museum. Take a ride around the orchards on a...
Kynance Cove
This picture postcard beach has spectacular rock formations, white sands and clear blue waters. The contrast between the cove's white sand beach and the dark red and green serpentine rock produces a...
Land's End
The most south-westerly point in mainland Britain, with spectacular views, iconic signpost and a range of visitor attractions.
Leach Pottery
The most famous and certainly the most influential studio pottery in the world!
Mên-an-Tol
This iconic and highly photogenic site is one of the best known megalithic structures in Britain. See the Wikipedia page for more information.
Mountain biking in Boswinger
Explore Clay Country along the Pentewan, Bugle and Wheal Martyn trails on the way to the Eden Project. Don't forget that there's a £3 discount off entry fee when you arrive by bicycle!
Mountain biking in Portreath
There's a great 12 mile cycle route that takes you from Portreath right across Cornwall to Devoran. There are many cycle tracks in the area, mainly old mining tramways where you can see the historical...
National Maritime Museum Cornwall (Falmouth)
Love boats, the sea and Cornwall? You'll find all things nautical at this amazing museum – don't miss the stunning views from the lookout tower across Falmouth Harbour.
Padstow Sealife Safaris
Sail out of Padstow harbour out of the spectacular Camel Estuary. Look out for Grey Seals, Dolphins, Porpoises and Basking Sharks. See the Sealife Safari website
Penlee House Gallery & Museum
The only Cornish gallery specialising in the Newlyn School artists, the museum also covers West Cornwall's social history. Visit the Gallery's website
Perranporth Surf School
As Perranporth's longest established surf school, Perranporth Surf School provide fun and informative lessons for all ages and abilities. All necessary equipment is provided with your lesson, and they...
Poldark Mine - Cornish Mining World Heritage
This world heritage site offers a fascinating look into the underground world of mining. The beautiful rural setting belies its industrial past. Visit the Heritage Centre website
Porthcurno Museum of Global Communications
The history of cable telecommunications is only a short walk from the Minack Theatre and beach at Porthcurno. The museum explains the dawn of wireless science in the former global hub of cable...
Roskilly's Ice Cream Farm
Take a look at a real working Cornish ice cream farm! Meet the herd of cows, go for a stroll around the meadows, and of course get a sample of their delicious ice cream.
Running at Land's End
Run from Penzance to Land's End. This tough but rewarding coastal run offers plenty of scenery and history. It can be run in sections or, for those up for a challenge, in its entirety. Steep steps and...
Sennen Cove Surfing School
A long sweeping beach, ideal for surfing. The school has an excellent reputation offering lesson for all abilities. Visit the website
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