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Hostel Alma

1.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal

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Front of property
Triple Room
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Property entrance
Family Room
Reviews
5.4

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
37 Folkestone Road, Dover, England, CT17 9RZ
  • Popular LocationDover Western Docks Cruise Terminal3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDover Castle4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal9 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LGW-Gatwick)92 min drive

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 6 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
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About the area

Dover

At Hostel Alma you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Roman Painted House and Pencester Gardens. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Dover hostel include Dover Castle and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Dover Beach - 11 min walk
  • Dover Harbour - 14 min walk
  • Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive
  • Dover Castle - 4 min drive
  • Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Dover Priory Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Eight Bells - 5 min walk
  • The Hoptimist - 7 min walk
  • KFC - 8 min walk
  • The Elephant & Hind - 7 min walk
  • New Moonflower - 5 min walk

About this property

Hostel Alma

Hostel with free parking, near Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Dover hostel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Hostel Alma offers 12 accommodations with a hairdryer. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 5
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 5

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 10 PM
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 7 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of GBP 50 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 5 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 5 (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
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Children 7 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostel Alma?

Hostel Alma offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostel Alma?

As of 3 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel Alma on 9 June 2024 start from AU$99.60, 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.

Is parking available at Hostel Alma?

Yep, Hostel Alma has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hostel Alma?

Yep, Hostel Alma is a short 11-minute walk from Dover Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostel Alma?

No, Hostel Alma does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostel Alma?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostel Alma?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostel Alma Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 48 reviews" "

6.0/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Delaney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It looked closed with no office. Expedia had to call to find owner to let me in. 3rd rate place everything cheapest quality possible. Ad misrepresents the place and if you complain owner says you can leave if you don’t like it. Worst place I ever stayed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Stacey

Travelled with family
Didn’t stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1 night business stay
Just needed somewhere to have a roof over my head. Nothing special
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Raj

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

ELEFTHERIOS

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best to Avoid
Really bad smell. No way to rebook that hostel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking was difficult. There was no parking on premises but had to park elsewhere and move the car by 9.30am
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Hans-Ulrich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019