YHA the Sill at Hadrian's Wall

Booked an ensuite room for an overnight stay to break a long car trip. The only slight negative was not being able to check in till about 4:30 pm. Room was basic but v clean and shower worked well. Other facilities including the cooked breakfast were good. I had prebooked a table at the pub next door for dinner. The location is great for walking, cycling and visiting the Roman sites nearby. Vindolanda was fascinating.

OUR FAVOURITE HOSTEL! We have stayed at over 50 different hostels in the UK, Denmark, Germany, France, USA and Canada and The Sill tops the list. It is modern, clean, WARM and well run - a wonderful place to stay in the AMAZING Northumbrian landscape. We had a 4 bed private en-suite room which was very comfortable. Typical YHA mattresses and bedding but all on the newer side and everything spotlessly clean. The shower in the room was nice to have with good water pressure. Bring your own towel or rent from the front desk. We cooked all our own meals and found the self-catering kitchen clean, spacious and well stocked. There is plenty of fridge and shelf storage space. Lee and his team are the most relaxed, friendly yet competent staff we have come across recently and the customer service standard is very high. There are so many nice touches in this hostel. The poetry artworks in the common room are stunning and we had a blast doing the eagle treasure hunt activity for ‘kids of all ages.’ It’s an ideal base from which to explore the many Roman ruins scattered around this area. We especially love the AD122 bus service that travels from Hexham to Greenhead, stopping at many of the major sites, including right outside the door of this hostel. From the hostel door, you can walk 10 minutes and be on Hadrian’s Wall and the pathway that travels the length of it. Sycamore Gap is only 1.4 miles away turning east on the trail. The hostel staff have put together printed walking guides that include OS map segments and details of each trail. The Sill Visitor Centre is housed in the same building and definitely worth a look (free entry). Hexham is a very cute nearby town which is also worth at least a half day trip. It was cloudy when we were there but we’ve heard the telescope comes out at the Twice Brewed pub next door and we’ll definitely be back for that! There is something magical about this place. We love it and we’ll definitely be back for more. 10 out of 10 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

An outstanding hostel with lovely staff, right by the wall. Very clean and modern, part of a wider attraction with a visitor centre and cafe. We got there from Haltwistle train station on the AD122 bus which is regular and punctual. I did note electric bike charging which I'd not seen before, for anyone coming by ebike.

The YHA at the Sill is a great place to stay. Everything spotless and communal spaces comfortable. Anthony and Madison were both really friendly and helpful on check in and when providing local information. The breakfasts and evening meals were good value and had good quality ingredients. Overall a fantastic stay that we can highly recommend.

I often stay at the youth hostels in the lake district or berwick. This was the first time I had stayed at this hostel with my children in a long time. So much has improved! I'm really impressed. The room Perfectly clean and tidy, comfortable mattress and duvets. Lovely big window overlooking the front of the hostel. No late night noise and definitely warm enough! The staff I came across a few staff members, all of them nice. The manager was particularly helpful with local knowledge and very welcoming. Had a kind nature with the children which can make all the difference. Breakfast Tastey and worth the money. Breakfast was cooked well and plenty to choose from. Nice cup of coffee, and I like that the fruit was fresh. Location For being as remote as it is, it's particularly easy to get to, even with no car. It is so dark on an evening, but this adds to the charm, really. Personal touches There was a kind of scavenger hunt for children, who could search the main room for 20 hidden eagles. Based on a historical book! I saw many children enjoying this. The flags on reception were a nice touch given the location.

Superb facilities, stayed whilst visiting Vindolanda with 6 year old. Room was fantastically clean and quiet. The bed was comfortable enough but it seems we are a family of princes/ses only happy in our own beds, I was glad to bring my own pillow though as they were a bit firm. The hostel is clean, kitchen clean and well run (food stickers! Our 2nd YHA this year and the last was not a patch). We ate at the YHA for one evening meal which was great, and again superior to what we got at our previous YHA stay. In the evening they had a great selection of board games which we enjoyed. It’s a great spot for exploring, we took the recommendation of one walk to Windshields Crag, and enjoyed a meal at the Twice Brewed Inn. Would definitely stay again.