• Address: Whitehouse, Penycwm, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 6LA
• Telephone: Within UK 0870 770 5988 Outside UK (+44) 1437 721940
• Category: YHA
• Nearest Beach: Newgale
• Web details: www.yha.org.uk/hostel/hostelpages/237.html

This is the very first hostel in Britain to be awarded a five-star grade so expect a warm welcome, wholesome food, en-suite rooms (some with double beds) with TV and an exceptional level of comfort. It makes a great base to explore Pembrokeshire. The award-winning hostel is close to a number of Blue Flag beaches including the extensive beach at Newgale and the attractive harbour village of Solva. There are walks to suit all and watersports, boat rides and horseriding are easy to arrange.

Click here for Surfwithus’ regional guide to surfing or here for Big Blue Kitesurfing’s guide to the best spots in Pembrokeshire.