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YHA Windermere - Hostel

4.0 star property
Upscale hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Interior detail
Dinner served
Garden
Free cots/infant beds, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, England, LA23 1LA
  • Popular LocationBrockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre2 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere4 min drive
  • Popular LocationWorld of Beatrix Potter5 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)92 min drive

Room options

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Room (6 Bed Private)

Room (6 Bed Private)

Highlights

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

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Room (4 Bed Private)

Room (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

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

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Free cots/infant beds, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (2 Bed Private)

Highlights

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

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Free cots/infant beds, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (3 Bed Private)

Highlights

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

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Free cots/infant beds, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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

Highlights

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

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Free cots/infant beds, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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

Highlights

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

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Exterior
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Free WiFi
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4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (158)
The price is NZ$159
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
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About the area

Windermere

At YHA Windermere - Hostel you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Townend and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Lake Windermere. 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 terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and luggage storage. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Windermere hostel include World of Beatrix Potter and Ullswater.
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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 with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at YHA Windermere - Hostel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Windermere hostel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
YHA Windermere - Hostel offers 16 shared accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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 to 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

  • Heating
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 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)

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

YHA Windermere - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Windermere - Hostel on 19 May 2024 start from NZ$73.01, 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.

Is parking available at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

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

Is YHA Windermere - Hostel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise YHA Windermere - Hostel is a hit with families.

Does YHA Windermere - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

YHA Windermere - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 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