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1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Ambleside

Sarah

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

2. YHA Windermere - Hostel

Windermere

Robert

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3 Sept - 4 Sept

3. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Ambleside

Clara

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3 Sept - 4 Sept

4. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

Ambleside

Anite

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

5. YHA Langdale - Hostel

Ambleside

Mark

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3 Sept - 4 Sept

6. YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel

Coniston

Jodie

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25 Aug - 26 Aug

7. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

Ambleside

Tom

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3 Sept - 4 Sept

8. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

Penrith

"I have nothing to compare it with as this is my first experience of youth hostels in 40 years. I was impressed. I loved the open area, bar and restaurant. The dormitory was excellent. Beds were well spaced, ample plug sockets, mattress & pillows excellent. Clean sheets and super mattress. The bed was as good as any 5 star hotel. Honestly. The shower was clean but a little small. The facilities in the kitchen were good but some of the pans had loose handles. The staff clearly clean but somehow...

Deborah

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6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"Great location, spacious immaculate room. Parking off site expensive at £25 per night."

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"Lovely hotel with marina views. Rooms well equipped and spacious. Range of toiletries in the bathroom. Friendly staff and a good atmosphere. However, for the cost of the hotel, I was disappointed with the following: As a 'dog-friendly' hotel, we could not eat in the main restaurants with our furbaby. We had to settle for a limited menu in the bar area. The meals were lukewarm when they were served, and we had to send 2 of the 3 meals back and wait for them to be recooked. The replacements were piping hot. The same restaurant issue arose the next morning regarding dogs; however, we were able to go into the restaurant and bring the food through to the bar area, which had been set up for others doing the same. The produce was high quality but had obviously been out for a while, so eggs, sausages and bacon were quite 'dry/overcooked'. Very disappointing."

The Belsfield Hotel

8/10 Good

"Badly needs bringing into the 21st century. No air conditioning in the rooms, and basic TVs with only Freeview. Need to change to smart TV or at least be able to Chromecast. Rooms are not cleaned by housekeeping unless you ask and when i did on 1 occasion they still didn't do it. I reminded them on reception after waiting 6 hours but still never turned up. In the end i knocked on housekeeping door to get fresh towels myself! Cooked breakfast was nice but very limited options for continental. Just natural yoghurt, no flavoured ones , especially nothing for our 5 year old daughter. Meats and cheeses was a tiny selection. I also personally think it's wrong to charge guests £15 a day to park your car. You know we all arrive by car so either just include in the price or don't do it. Bit annoying when checking out to be reminded I owe another £45. Staff were lovely as usual but you can tell they have cut back on the numbers. We stay there because of the location and the staff. I just wish you updated the rooms and the sofa bed in our family room is so uncomfortable it should be thrown out. Awful piece of furniture. For £260 a night i think your guests deserve more."

North Lakes Hotel And Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Customer service in the restaurant was amazing lots of different selections off food to choose from. Spa was lovely shame robes weren’t available In the room though. £1 coin needed for the lockers which I hadn’t realised. The rooms are very clean the bed was so comfy great nights sleep "

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Waterhead Hostels information

Number of reviews	374
Accommodation	12 Hostels
Lowest Price	£32
Highest Price	£72

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Waterhead?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for exploring. You'll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.

What are the best hostels in Waterhead?

While you're deciding on a place to stay, take a look at this top Waterhead hostel: YHA Ambleside - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Windermere. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Waterhead?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Waterhead is 1552 mm.

What is there to see and do in Waterhead?

Generally, Waterhead is known for its restaurants, bars and boating opportunities. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Windermere, Borrans Park and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Cultural attractions include Derwent Pencil Museum, Wordsworth Museum and Beatrix Potter Gallery. Locals like to shop at Grasmere Garden Village.

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1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

2. YHA Windermere - Hostel

3. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

4. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

5. YHA Langdale - Hostel

6. YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel

7. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

8. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

9. YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel

10. YHA Buttermere - Hostel

11. YHA Keswick - Hostel

12. YHA Eskdale - Hostel

Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

The Belsfield Hotel

Riverside Hotel

North Lakes Hotel And Spa

Lakes Hotel and Spa

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1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

2. YHA Windermere - Hostel

3. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

4. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

5. YHA Langdale - Hostel

6. YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel

7. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

8. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

9. YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel

10. YHA Buttermere - Hostel

11. YHA Keswick - Hostel

12. YHA Eskdale - Hostel

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Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

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