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YHA Ambleside - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Lake Windermere

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Shared kitchen
Boating
Lake
Nestled in the heart of Ambleside, YHA Ambleside - Hostel offers a warm welcome with its on-site restaurant and coffee shop. Indulge in a meal from Restaurant or unwind on the garden terrace with free WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Kids' menu
The current price is $38
$46 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (Private, 2 Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (Private, 3 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (Private, 4 Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (Private, 5 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Room, Ensuite (Private, 6 Bed)

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, Ensuite (Private, 4 Bed)

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Ensuite (Private, 5 Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (Private, 6 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (5 Bed Double Private)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Room (3 Bed Double Private)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Waterhead, Ambleside, England, LA22 0EU

What's nearby

  • Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rydal Mount - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Wray Castle - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 119 min drive
  • Windermere Station - 8 min drive
  • Staveley Station - 17 min drive
  • Burneside Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The White Lion - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬17 min walk

About this property

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

At YHA Ambleside - Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

National rating

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

Also known as

YHA Ambleside Hostel
YHA Hostel
YHA Ambleside
YHA
Yha Ambleside Hotel Ambleside
YHA Ambleside Lake District

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at YHA Ambleside - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at YHA Ambleside - Hostel?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Ambleside - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at YHA Ambleside - Hostel and nearby?

YHA Ambleside - Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near YHA Ambleside - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around YHA Ambleside - Hostel like?

YHA Ambleside - Hostel is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 6 minutes' walk from Borrans Park.

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YHA Ambleside - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Location
Room
Lake
Parking
Toilet
View
Value
Shower
Food

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great and tasty. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay
Arun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great position
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love it!

Love the views, room was clean as were showers and toilets. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Food in bar and breakfast lounge was tasty. Parking is interesting!
Paul, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Basic but clean and great location next to the lake.
Claire, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cheap and ideal for a stoppover while we do the 3 peaks challenge
Zak, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location
Irfan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning location, great service

Absolutely love the location of this yha. Right by Windermere Was upgraded to a lake and Mountain View room, what’s not to like. Staff were friendly. Big communal space.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was very good ill go there again 10 out of 10 thank you
Ged, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome

Absolutely bloody fantastic. I will stay YHA every time from now on. I loved it. Freedom to explore when you want and how you want. The comfiest single bed ever and a gorgeous hot shower too. Excellent location. Staff so helpful. I don't want to give this place the rating it deserves cos I want to keep it for myself, but yeah, Amazing.
Maura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location good value for 5 adults, stopover on way to Scotland
Ross., 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A really pleasant stay again at this YHA in Ambleside. Very friendly staff and a comfortable basic room. Didn’t use the bar/restaurant or have breakfast on this occasion but they were excellent on my stay last year. Would recommend and book again.
Greg, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was really good. Beds werent comfortable.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

lovely property
Tomiwa, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay, very nice staff all over best play to stay in Lake District
Vamshi Kumar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in
Emma, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like this place. Staff were nice and welcoming. Would definitely coming back again.
Chenchira, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed before and enjoyed it and never had any issues
Findlay, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

All are good except the WiFi didn’t work at all
DADI, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room we booked was not available,
Ashish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable stay

Enjoyable stay- so nice to be right on the lake as wel!
Tom, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Greta location

All ok
Richard, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing view

This YHA is in such a stunning location. A couple of the showers on my floor were unfortunately out of order. Parking is very limited. Scaffolding on my dorm window unfortunately restricted the view of the lake. But in spite of all of this I would go back. The views and location were perfect.
Emma, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, staff are very friendly.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
graeme, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok

Sorry to put poor but the mattress was hard and damp and the pillow was uncomfortable and I could not sleep well at all. The room was way to hot even with the central heating off and the floor boards creeked a lot . But the view was lovely and the overall presence of the hostel was nice. The hot breakfast was poor as wasnt fresh but was nice to have the continental. The staff were friendly which was nice
Nicola, 2-night trip