"Youth hostel not a backpackers! - The first thing to note about this place is that it is definitely a traditional youth hostel and not a backpackers, which means that it is a clean, comfortable, and basic place to lay down your head for the night and is aimed at hikers, cyclists. There is a common room, guests kitchen, and shared bathrooms. Don't expect mod cons, hot & cold running, internet, and a chic bar like many city hostels! There are a couple of pubs and a small supermarket in Kirkby Stephen village. The train station is a 20 to 30... more »
