YHA Windermere - Hostel
4.0 star property

Upscale hostel near Lake Windermere

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YHA Windermere - Hostel

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Exterior
Interior detail
Dinner served
Garden
Free cots/infant beds, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Overview of YHA Windermere - Hostel

9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
The price is £35
Price available on 14/4/2024

Explore the area

Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, England, LA23 1LA
  • Popular LocationTownend12 min walk
  • Popular LocationWindermere Station4 min drive
  • Popular LocationStaveley Station13 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)92 min drive
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Room options

Room (6 Bed Private)

cleanliness

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Room (4 Bed Private)

cleanliness

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Room (2 Bed Private)

cleanliness

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room (3 Bed Private)

cleanliness

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleeps 6, Shared Bathroom)

cleanliness

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only (Sleeps 6, Shared Bathroom)

cleanliness

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Windermere

YHA Windermere - Hostel is located in Windermere. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ambleside Climbing Wall or Parkside Road.

What's nearby

  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 2 min drive
  • Lake Windermere - 4 min drive
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 5 min drive
  • Bowness Pier - 5 min drive
  • Orrest Head - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 4 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ambleside Pier - 5 min drive
  • Homeground - 4 min drive
  • Waterhead Coffee Shop - 5 min drive
  • The Pier Cafe Bar - 5 min drive
  • Brown Sugar - 4 min drive

About this property

YHA Windermere - Hostel

Upscale hostel near the bay
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at YHA Windermere - Hostel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), games and a vending machine
  • Secured bike storage, luggage storage and outdoor furniture
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens, free infant beds and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM–9 AM for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Games

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7 AM - 10 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3 PM - 11 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and from GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Windermere Hostel
YHA Hostel
YHA Windermere
YHA
YHA Windermere - Hostel Windermere
YHA Windermere - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Windermere - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Windermere - Hostel on 14 Apr 2024 start from £35.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Windermere - Hostel located?

Situated in Windermere, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Townend, Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek. Lake Windermere and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

YHA Windermere - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people who made us feel so welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Azadeh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is quite far away from Bowness, only car could be accessible to there, but the biew is breathtaking, and the facilities are more than enough
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

DARREN

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

J

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harini

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property has the most incredible view and the friendliest staff members
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
5:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Nearest Airport
Manchester (MAN)