Dover (QQD-Dover Priory Train Station) - 3 min walk
Kearsney (Kent) Station - 7 min drive
Restaurants
The Eight Bells - 5 min walk
Costa Coffee - 4 min walk
The Hoptimist - 7 min walk
La Salle Verte - 5 min walk
Greggs - 4 min walk
About this property
Alma House
Alma House puts you just a 5-minute drive from White Cliffs of Dover. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
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
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Children
Children (7 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Free offsite parking within 98 ft
Street parking available
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
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
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 check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10 (subject to availability)
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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 to 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 vehicle 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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Reviews
Alma House Reviews
6.0
Good
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6.4
Cleanliness
5.8
Location
6.6
Staff & service
5.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2026
Everything was spotless.Very comfortable bed.Owner very pleasant.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Great stay
Very friendly
Thanks
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8/10 Very good
Jun 6, 2026
Entrance was locked when I arrived but phone number on the door. Rang and was answered quickly and a chap arrived quickly to let me in. Very helpful and carried one of my bags upstairs to my room. Gave me the door codes and showed me the kitchen area and dining area. All good abd clean.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Nice property with all basics provided. Good localisation. Very friendly
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Fast class freshness snd cleanliness
Cleanliness of the room toile and shower excellent.
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2/10 Poor
Apr 12, 2025
Friendly staff, good location for ferries.
Narrow entrance and difficult door to open.
Step into shower very high, trip hazard.
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8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2026
Was a nice place for the price close access to shops and stations
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
Decent budget hotel
Not far from the beech cheap budget hotel with microwave fridge and washing machine and communal seating area to eat can’t complain for the price
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8/10 Very good
Feb 22, 2026
The host met me at the door showed me the facilities and where I could park my van
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4/10 Fair
May 31, 2025
Bad: no reception; mot friendly; cold water only; very small;
Good: close to downtown; cheap;
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6/10 Good
Feb 28, 2026
Just average but less then standar
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8/10 Very good
Dec 7, 2022
1 night business stay
Just needed somewhere to have a roof over my head. Nothing special
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Pretty basic and a little overpriced but overall it does what it says on the tin
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Like everything just needs new TVs
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4/10 Fair
Aug 25, 2025
The gentleman who greeted us was attentive and friendly.
Cleanliness was good with what they had to work with.
The smell of damp was overwhelming, we could smell it on our clothes some hours after leaving.
100% not a 3* venue, 2* on a good day.
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4/10 Fair
Apr 18, 2023
Didn’t stay
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6/10 Good
Aug 24, 2024
Very steep stairs. Landing very dark.
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2/10 Poor
May 21, 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
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2/10 Poor
Aug 2, 2026
Moyen voire horrible selon les domaines !
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6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2026
Trevlig värd, enkel standard, annorlunda miljö
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6/10 Good
Apr 18, 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
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2/10 Poor
Jun 11, 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.
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2/10 Poor
May 27, 2019
Best to Avoid
Really bad smell. No way to rebook that hostel.
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6/10 Good
May 16, 2019
Parking was difficult. There was no parking on premises but had to park elsewhere and move the car by 9.30am
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8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 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.