A tranquil lake surrounded by mountains, a wooden bench, and a stone wall.

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Our top choices for Buttermere hostels

A coastal town with traditional white buildings, a river, and hills in the background.

1. YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (88 reviews)
"Did exactly what it needed to do. Free parking for the van within walking distance. Lovely food and great staff."
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is £44
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
YHA Keswick - Hostel
A stone building with a sign reading "Great Langdale Bunhouse."

2. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
1.0 star property
Ambleside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"amazing location!!! the surrounding area is absolutely beautiful and vicky is super helpful! had such a lovely stay thank you so much"
United Kingdom
Clara
The price is £44
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
A large, historic stone house with multiple chimneys, surrounded by autumn foliage and a mountainous backdrop.

3. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"Great value for the money. Bunk Bed was too firm."
United Kingdom
Jun Kyeoung
The price is £32
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
A waterfront hotel with multiple stories, a dock with a boat, and a pier with a sign.

4. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay "
United Kingdom
Arun
The price is £37
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
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Top Buttermere Hotel Reviews

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic hotel with great staff and best spa in the lakes."
Darren 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Find out more about Buttermere

Buttermere Hostels information

Number of reviews
72
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
£32
Highest Price
£44

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Buttermere?
By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your trip.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Buttermere?
While you're choosing where to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Buttermere: YHA Buttermere - Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Buttermere?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Buttermere is 1541 mm.
What is there to see and do in Buttermere?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy the area around Buttermere. Get out into nature with places such as Buttermere Lake, Whinlatter Forest Park and Crummock Water. Cultural attractions include Theatre By The Lake, Derwent Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. Additional attractions include Honister Slate Mine, Catbells Lakeland Walk and Lodore Falls.
What's the best way to get to and around Buttermere while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Buttermere on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), located 33.4 mi (53.8 km) from the city centre.

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