Nestled near Peak District National Park, Russell Scott Hostel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Relax in the garden or store your luggage safely - previous guests praised the helpful staff.
Sheffield Hallam University - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Ponds Forge International Sports Centre - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 46 min drive
Sheffield Station - 9 min drive
Woodhouse Station - 12 min drive
Elsecar Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
The Blake Hotel - 3 min walk
The Closed Shop - 11 min walk
Staff Room - 7 min walk
Hallamshire House - 11 min walk
The Springvale - 9 min walk
About this property
Russell Scott Hostel
Russell Scott Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Peak District National Park and University of Sheffield. Free perks include continental breakfast daily and WiFi. Also, Utilita Arena Sheffield and Meadowhall Shopping Centre are within a short drive.
Languages
Czech, English, Hindi, Slovak
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (16 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Reception hall
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
Microwave (on request)
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Limited housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Russell Scott Hotel Sheffield
Russell Scott Hotel
Russell Scott Sheffield
Russell Scott Hostel Sheffield
Russell Scott Hostel Sheffield
Russell Scott Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Russell Scott Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Sheffield
Frequently asked questions
Does Russell Scott Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Russell Scott Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Russell Scott Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Russell Scott Hostel?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Russell Scott Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Russell Scott Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Club Sheffield (4-min drive) and Mecca Bingo (22-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Russell Scott Hostel and nearby?
Russell Scott Hostel has a garden.
What's the area around Russell Scott Hostel like?
Russell Scott Hostel is a short 11-minute walk from University of Sheffield and 19 minutes' walk from Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
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Russell Scott Hostel Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Room
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Bed
Value
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
Spot On
I always enjoy staying here - I'll be back again
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 17, 2025
Best for backpackers and solo travelers.
For solo traveller like me, the facilities, mostly everything was good. I like the pantry the most and the shared toilets and bathrooms were clean at anytime. This place is quiet. The halal fast food shops, the Muslim friendly shop, even Tesco are just walking distance.
Fariza Mastura
Fariza Mastura, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 15, 2025
Hostel no longer operating
Don't book this place, it has gone. This website still takes bookings but then you get there and there are no signs of life. The company has gone bust, there is a sign in the window stating that all chattels must be removed from the property by July 3rd.
Hotels.com will not help you if you contact them, they just tell you to book somewhere else at last minute prices.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Value For Money
Enjoyed my stay - again
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 16, 2025
Poor
Lovely staff member but really poor quality, neglected accommodation
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Everything is good 👍
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
good
Jeannie
Jeannie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2023
great for the price
Stayed in private room and all good, friendly and helpful, well located and would stay again
Paul
Paul, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 29, 2023
Comfortale room, good heating cost and breakfast included, friendly staff
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2022
Comfortable Stay
Very comfortable, clean, friendly. I'll stay there again next time.
Tim
Tim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Cheap and cheerful, make it yourself cereal and toast breakfast, if you want a cheap base in Sheffield this is fine. Nicecquiet location on the end of a small street in a nice neighbourhood
ANDREW
ANDREW, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2022
Great place to stop the staff are top lads 👍👍
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2023
Great for the price
Comfortable stay with decent facilities. We got a bigger room than we booked which was nice and the kitchen was well stocked.
good stay on a budget
would stay again.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 21, 2024
Happy to recommend.
Reetu
Reetu, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2022
Great place to stay it will be better when the bathrooms are replaced.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2024
Quite easy to park round the area which I didn’t expect
Rory
Rory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2022
Great place i stop here al the time Damien and Daniel who run it are really friendly and allways there if you need help with anything.
Craig
Craig, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2022
Peaceful Sheffield
Very helpful staff and the price is the best I had ever seen.. and £20 and breakfast and a coffee
Lindsey
Lindsey, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 24, 2023
There was order and that reassured me of my safety.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 1, 2024
Avoid
The whole place felt grimy, in with everything worn down and stains all.on the carpet. Not a tourist hostel, more of a half way house.
Good.location near the tram stop and some free breakfast, but one of the worst.places I've ever stayed.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2022
They could have warned us that it was up a really steep hill. Also there was some maintenance work being carried out, so the women's dorm was closed off when I arrived but apart from that it was rather comfortable and very good value for money.
Sarah
Sarah, 5-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 12, 2022
Nothing
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2023
Excellent wallet-friendly choice
It's a hostel so manage your expectations accordingly. That said the staff were very helpful and friendly. There is plenty of unrestricted parking in the area if you have a car. You're not far from the tram or bus stops, and it's only about 30 mins walk into town. There's washing machines, a decent kitchen/communal area. The shared toilet was clean (yay). The WiFi was good enough to get some work done. There was a bit of coming and going in the night but I had a decent sleep. Compared with something like a Travelodge this is superb value for money for folks on a budget.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 12, 2023
Had to be switched to another room due to loud heating pipe in room 1, but switch couldn't happen until the next day so I couldn't sleep the first night. Staff was prompt and helpful though. Be aware, this hostel is up a very steep hill which makes it tricky for those with lower mobility. The bed I was in was also quite firm so wasn't comfortable for me since I have joint issues. Bed was also right next to a radiator so it was very dehydrating for me. Otherwise it was a good spot, spent 4 nights
Victoria
Victoria, 5-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 8, 2024
Checked in and out again within 30 minutes. Entrance was unwelcoming and untidy, “reception “ was a back office / junk tip.
Room was small, dark and windows dirty, and insecure. Right next to smoking area. Someone was outside talking loudly on their phone - conversation not particularly savoury.
Kitchen less than clean . No shower on ground floor, where room was, and ground floor toilet had a laundry / cleaning product pile in the area before the loo.
Upstairs ( dirty stair carpet) loo was clean but toilet paper has to be put in the bin so even the plumbing was substandard.
Didn’t feel safe so checked out. Have since repeatedly emailed to request refund ( have asked for one day , not both) but have had no response. Will phone and then
Dispute the payment with my credit company.
Staff member very pleasant but unable to explain where nearest tram stop was or how to call a taxi.
Shocking. I’ve stayed in back pockets and hostels all over the world and this is absolutely the worst I’ve been to.
Don’t waste your money