Accommodation recommendations
As I travel, I stay in some great places. Below are those said places!
Jacobs Inn Hostel
Dublin, Ireland
Dublin is well renowned as one of the most expensive cities to stay in. Which meant I had to think outside of the box when it came to me visiting there. Thinking outside the box led to me actually sleeping in a box! But thankfully not a cardboard box, but a pod box.
Now the idea of pod hotels to me wasn't one I would usually choose to stay in, but at about £25 a night it simply couldn't be ignored! The room I booked in particular had four pods in it, this was about £5 more than a room with 12 pods in it.
Each room had a shower room which was for only the 4 people in the pods, shower was push button operated and only lasted for about 20 seconds at a time, so having a nice relaxing shower is not exactly an option here! The verdict I would give about here is, if you are on a tight budget, then this is the place for you (hence why I recommend it on here). But if you like your privacy then maybe look elsewhere. For me this I will return here only if other options are out of my price range.
Book direct at: jacobsinn.com/dublin
Railholiday
St Germans, Cornwall
A place I have wanted to stay at for a long time, but every time I was in the South West it was always fully booked. Thankfully when I was in Cornwall walking to Penzance I met Lizzy and after a chat I was offered to come down in the winter for a complimentary stay. Was very grateful for the invite and after my trip to the Isle of Wight I took Lizzy up on the offer.
The carriage I stayed in was The Old Luggage Van which was very cosy and a perfect place to stay, be it for a solo traveller or a couple. The unit is completely self contained with a kitchen, shower room, very comfy bed, and a lounge area with a wood burning stove to keep you warm in the winter.
With its location been right next to the station it is in a perfect location and is simply a must place to stay for all rail/travel enthusiasts.
Book direct at: www.railholiday.co.uk
St Helens Coastal Resort
St Helens, Isle of Wight
In February I headed down to the Isle of Wight for a few nights get away after a few days in London! Wasn't really fussed on location, so just searched about the Island for somewhere for 2 - 3 nights for under £100. Amazingly I found a static caravan on a holiday park £86.40 for three nights!
This was my first time staying in a static caravan since I was a kid. When I checked in I was amazed to see how much they have improved over the years. The quality of this caravan was excellent. Bed was very comfy, shower power was incredible. Living room was a very pleasant place to sit and relax. Kitchen was handy as saved me a fortune in food costs. I used the conveniently located corner shop just around the corner for supplies.
Cost for 3 nights: £86.40
Booked via: Hotels.com
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