Near Dover Castle and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal, Hostel Alma offers a convenient retreat. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy the peace of mind that comes with luggage storage, or take advantage of free self parking.
Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Dover Priory Station - 2 min walk
Dover (QQD-Dover Priory Train Station) - 3 min walk
Kearsney (Kent) Station - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 4 min walk
The Eight Bells - 5 min walk
The Hoptimist - 7 min walk
KFC - 8 min walk
La Salle Verte - 6 min walk
About this property
Alma House
When you stay at Alma House, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Dover Castle. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking. Also, White Cliffs of Dover and Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal are within a short drive.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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 (7 years old and younger) are not allowed
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Free off-site parking within 98 ft
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Limited housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of GBP 50 will be collected before check-in
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
Hostel Alma Cafe Express Dover
Hostel Alma Cafe Express
Alma Cafe Express Dover
Alma Cafe Express
Hostel Alma
Alma House Dover
Hostel Alma Cafe Express
Alma House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Alma House Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dover
Frequently asked questions
Does Alma House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Alma House 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Alma House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Alma House?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Alma House?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge of GBP 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability).
What's the area around Alma House like?
Alma House is a short 2-minute walk from Dover Priory Station and 11 minutes' walk from Dover Beach.
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Alma House Reviews
Reviews
5.6
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
5.8/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
5.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
Nice property with all basics provided. Good localisation. Very friendly
Hubert
Hubert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2025
Pretty basic and a little overpriced but overall it does what it says on the tin
Roland
Roland, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Dec 2022
1 night business stay
Just needed somewhere to have a roof over my head. Nothing special
Verified traveller
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
18 Apr 2023
Didn’t stay
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
28 Jun 2025
Blaise
Blaise, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Apr 2025
ELOISA MICHEL
ELOISA MICHEL, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
24 Aug 2024
Very steep stairs. Landing very dark.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
23 Sept 2023
Drew
Drew, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
21 May 2023
It looked closed with no office. Expedia had to call to find owner to let me in. 3rd rate place everything cheapest quality possible. Ad misrepresents the place and if you complain owner says you can leave if you don’t like it. Worst place I ever stayed
Delaney
Delaney, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
18 Apr 2023
Fragwürdige Unterkunft
Angeblich konnte Vesper Kreditkarte nicht bezahlt werden, musste in Bar bezahlt werden, Kreditkarte sei gesperrt, amAutomaten war das abholen von Bar Geld aber möglich
Björn
Björn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Oct 2022
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
19 Sept 2022
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
10 Aug 2022
Marjolaine
Marjolaine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Jul 2022
Raj
Raj, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
17 Jul 2019
Olivier
Olivier, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
12 Jul 2019
Emilie
Emilie, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
11 Jun 2019
Ankom til stedet. Da der endelig blev lukket op stod der en meget ubehagelig lugt lige ud i hovedet på os som tegn på meget fugt. Bestemt ikke et sted vi havde spor lyst til at overnatte.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
27 May 2019
Best to Avoid
Really bad smell. No way to rebook that hostel.
ELEFTHERIOS
ELEFTHERIOS, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
16 May 2019
Parking was difficult. There was no parking on premises but had to park elsewhere and move the car by 9.30am
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 May 2019
Hans-Ulrich
Hans-Ulrich, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Apr 2019
Hostel was close to town and breakfast provided was filling. It's right by a busy road so may not be for light sleepers, but I am usually a light sleeper and I was fine.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
2/10 Poor
14 Apr 2019
Very bad customer service!! He was very grimpy very Bad service
Verified traveller
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
21 Mar 2019
0 stars horrible breakfast over priced bad staff weird stairs small room tiny bathroom never going again hotels chea0er and better
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Good
18 Mar 2019
Dusche kalt Personal war beim Check Out nicht auffindbar
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
4 Mar 2019
Good value accommodation, close to the ferry port
Good value accommodation, close to the ferry port. No car park available