YHA Ambleside - Hostel

4.0 star property
Upscale hostel, walk to Lake Windermere
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YHA Ambleside - Hostel

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Bathroom sink

Overview of YHA Ambleside - Hostel

9.0

Wonderful

Highlight
  • Offers an on-site restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Ambleside.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
The price is AU$58
Price available on 22/4/2024

Explore the area

Waterhead, Ambleside, England, LA22 0EU
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAmbleside Pier1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAmbleside Climbing Wall11 min walk
  • Popular LocationWindermere Station8 min drive
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Room options

Room (Private, 4 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Room (Private, 3 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, Ensuite (Private, 4 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Room (Private, 6 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Room (Private, 2 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, Ensuite (Private, 5 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room (Private, 5 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

Single Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Room, Ensuite (Private, 6 Bed)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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About the area

Ambleside

YHA Ambleside - Hostel is located in Ambleside. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. 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

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk
  • Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 4 min drive
  • Wray Castle - 8 min drive
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 8 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk
  • Royal Oak - 17 min walk
  • Waterhead Coffee Shop - 2 min walk
  • The Pier Cafe Bar - 1 min walk
  • Rothay Manor Hotel - 14 min walk

About this property

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Upscale hostel
Consider a stay at YHA Ambleside - Hostel and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a TV in reception and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting rooms

Languages

Catalan, Dutch, English, French, German, Indonesian, Polish, Slovenian, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM–9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and from GBP 4.95 for children

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

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)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit 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 Ambleside Hostel
YHA Hostel
YHA Ambleside
YHA
Yha Ambleside Hotel Ambleside
YHA Ambleside Lake District

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Ambleside - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Ambleside - Hostel on 22 Apr 2024 start from AU$58.13, 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 Ambleside - Hostel?

Limited spots are available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Ambleside - Hostel located?

Situated in Ambleside, this hostel is steps away from Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. Borrans Park and Ambleside Climbing Wall are also within 15 minutes.

YHA Ambleside - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 155 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 155 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Zara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jun Kyeoung

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good location close to the lake
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Venkateshwarlu

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is terrible and staff is not friendly. Shared bathrooms are not clean and no one to take care of…
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ben

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Young

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff services
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

HOWARD

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic digs great staff
The room was adequate but hot. Staff were great It sufficed for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023