YHA Beer is a hostel and campsite set in the grounds of an Arts and Crafts house on the hillside above the fishing village of Beer, on the East Devon coast near Seaton. The site looks down over the village to the sea and sits right on the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage stretch of shoreline, with the South West Coast Path on the doorstep and Beer's pebble beach a ten minute walk downhill. Alongside the 38-bed hostel, campers can pitch their own tent in the grounds or book one of two ready-kitted bell tents with proper beds, bedding and a wood burner, so it works for tent campers and for anyone wanting glamping without the gear. There are no electric hook-ups and this is not a spot for large touring caravans or motorhomes, so it best suits tent campers, families and walkers. Toilets, showers and a self-catering kitchen are on site, and the hostel restaurant serves home-cooked meals. Fossil hunting, mackerel fishing trips and safe sea swimming are all close by at Beer. YHA Beer runs its campsite through the main season, and pitches, bell tents and hostel rooms are all booked through YHA.
Yes, you can pitch your own tent in the grounds beside the hostel, or book one of two furnished bell tents with beds, bedding and a wood burner for glamping. The camping area sits just metres from the main building with toilets and showers available on site.
Are there electric hook-ups at YHA Beer?
No, there are no electric hook-ups at YHA Beer, and the hillside site is not designed for large touring caravans or motorhomes. It suits tent campers, bell tent glampers, families and walkers. A self-catering kitchen and the hostel restaurant mean you do not need to cook on the pitch.
How far is the beach from YHA Beer?
Beer's pebble beach is around a ten minute walk downhill from the site, in the village itself. From there you can try safe sea swimming, mackerel fishing trips and fossil hunting along the Jurassic Coast, with the South West Coast Path running right past the hostel grounds.
Is YHA Beer suitable for families?
Yes, YHA Beer is a child-friendly site that welcomes families, groups and school trips, with 38 beds plus tent and bell tent camping. Under-fives should stay in a private room and under-15s must share with an adult. The setting above Beer village suits outdoorsy family breaks.
How do you book YHA Beer and what does it cost?
Pitches, bell tents and hostel rooms are all booked through YHA's own booking system, which shows live availability and prices. The campsite operates through the main season rather than all year, so check dates before travelling. Towels are not supplied but can be hired at reception.
Things to do nearby
Beach nearby
Fishing
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