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YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Ullswater

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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Greenside, Glenridding, Penrith, England, CA11 0QR
  • Place, Glenridding Sailing Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (2 Bed Private )

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Heating
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (3 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

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Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (5 Bed Private including Double Bed)

Room (5 Bed Private including Double Bed)

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Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (6 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Penrith

At YHA Helvellyn - Hostel you'll be 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Glenridding Sailing Centre and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Ullswater. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a picnic area. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this Penrith hostel, you'll be 18.8 km (11.7 mi) from Lake Windermere.
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What's nearby

  • Glenridding Sailing Centre - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ullswater - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Lake Windermere - 26 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Derwentwater - 34 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Lodore Falls - 40 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Staveley Station - 23 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fellbites - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Horse and Farrier Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Patterdale Hotel - ‬8 min drive

About this property

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

Hostel with free parking, near Ullswater
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Penrith hostel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel offers 18 accommodations. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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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 continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Games

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Heating

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 daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and from GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.75 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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

Property is also known as

YHA Helvellyn Hostel Penrith
YHA Helvellyn Hostel
YHA Helvellyn Penrith
YHA Helvellyn
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Penrith
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Penrith

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

Yep, YHA Helvellyn - Hostel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does YHA Helvellyn - Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

No, YHA Helvellyn - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iust such a perfect settling. Accommodation is very basic, but wow! Gorgeous setting, lovely staff, completely hassle free. I only initially booked for one night , finished up staying for 3, and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wai Ping

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

I A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
YHA set in a stunning location, basic accomodation with easy access to the Lake District set in stunning scenery. Good food, friendly staff and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alison

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a beautiful location and remote. The drive up is not for the feint hearted, but well worth it for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent

Good place to stay for night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Julien

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

WiFi Not Really Working

Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

WiFi Basically Not Working (No Phone Signal)

Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

graham

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Good price. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s a nice place to rest
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

birthday night away

Me and my fiance stayed here for 1 night at the hostel didnt know what expect as never been to one before but when checked in was pleasantly surprised staff very welcoming hostel very clean view from room was nice also went hiking up the mountains was beautiful scenery will definitely come back in future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicola

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Igor

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location to walks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Przemyslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy beds and great shower facilities. Breakfast bap and coffee was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Gem in the Foothills of Hellvellyn

There is a first time for everything. At the age of 58, my first stay at a Youth Hostel was a memorable one. What a journey up the track to the lodgings, not for the faint hearted, but wll worth the trip. A breath taking view awaits you. As soon as you enetred the building the warmth and friendliness of the staff lifted and relaxed you. Nice little room with clean Bunks, lovely and warm and amazing views to the stream and river. We enjoyed a nice drink at the bar too. Shower was fine and toilets clean. Breakfast was only a sausage or bacon bun (veggie options) but it was great quality. I'd certainly go again. You get a real sense of community with other walkers too. We ate down the hill in Glennridding, but food was available. Overall, most enjoyable and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021