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IOU Hostel, Hebden Bridge

Our independent accommodation for artists, visitors and community in the Calder Valley

IOU Hostel

IOU Hostel offers contemporary, comfortable, and affordable accommodation in 14 en suite rooms. Proudly Yorkshire’s only independent self-catering vegetarian hostel, set in the vibrant town of Hebden Bridge, close to the Pennine Way, with excellent transport links. Surrounded by stunning woodland and gardens and a private wildflower meadow and terrace, the hostel provides an inspiring escape.

Choose from private ensuite rooms, including a wheelchair-accessible double room, budget-friendly dorm beds, or even exclusive hire of the entire hostel ideal for groups, conferences, retreats, schools, and community organisations.

A Hostel With A Difference

Managed by the arts charity IOU Creation Centre, the Hostel is more than just a place to stay. It’s a creative hub, offering an Artist in Residence programme, regular exhibitions, and opportunities to take part in workshops and retreats.

Our Bedrooms

With 14 ensuite rooms accommodating up to 40 guests, we cater for everyone.

Exclusive Hire

IOU Hostel is also available for exclusive self-catering hire, perfect for special occasions, artist retreats, conferences, board away days, festivals, and more.

Bike Storage

On or off road -the Hostel has key coded bike storage and bike washing facilities, plus a clothes and boots drying room.

Surrounded by Nature

Surrounded by woodland guests can enjoy our private sunlit terrace, wildflower meadow planted by landscape gardener Jack Wallington

A Creative Place

The Hostel is managed by IOU Creation Centre with an Artist in Residence, regular exhibitions & workshops.

IOU Active Hub 

The IOU Hostel is an Active Hub for walking, running cycling and wheeling, here to help you get outdoors, get active and explore the beautiful Calder Valley.

Versatile Dining Space

A light-filled communal area, perfect for meals, working, relaxing or private events. Free Wifi available throughout the Hostel

Snug & Cosy Lounge

A peaceful retreat with woodland views, comfortable seating, and a wood-burning stove.

Vegetarian Kitchen

We are proudly vegetarian and you will be able to cook with ease in our self-catering kitchen, stocked with everything you need to make breakfast or dinner.

Accessible For All

Step-free access, accessible parking, and a wheelchair-accessible ensuite bedroom.

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