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Our top choices for Ambleside hostels

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Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
1.0 star property
Ambleside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (16 reviews)
"amazing location!!! the surrounding area is absolutely beautiful and vicky is super helpful! had such a lovely stay thank you so much"
United Kingdom
Clara
$63 nightly
The price is $76
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
Front of property

YHA Langdale - Hostel

YHA Langdale - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ambleside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Easy check in and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Mark
$56 nightly
The price is $67
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Langdale - Hostel
Lounge

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (200 reviews)
"Great location very helpful staff .."
United Kingdom
Caroline
$34 nightly
The price is $40
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Garden

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
3.0 star property
Ambleside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (43 reviews)
"We stayed in a tent, it was amazing"
United Kingdom
Anite
$39 nightly
The price is $47
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
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YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Amazing team and checkin experience. Such good value and stay"
United Kingdom
Tom
$34 nightly
The price is $40
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
Garden

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
3.0 star property
Coniston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Great stay and lovely breakfast"
United Kingdom
Jodie
$39 nightly
The price is $47
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
Front of property

YHA Buttermere - Hostel

YHA Buttermere - Hostel
3.0 star property
Cockermouth
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"Excellent value for money, lovely staff, clean "
United Kingdom
Karen
$51 nightly
The price is $61
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Buttermere - Hostel
Garden

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Penrith
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"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!"
United Kingdom
lynsey
$51 nightly
The price is $61
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
Daily English breakfast (GBP 10.95 per person)

YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room clean and location perfect. Not an easy entrance for other than backpacks."
Australia
Ben
$51 nightly
The price is $61
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Keswick - Hostel
Garden

YHA Eskdale - Hostel

YHA Eskdale - Hostel
3.0 star property
Holmrook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (17 reviews)
"Staff and facilities were great. Roads "
United Kingdom
Colin
$45 nightly
The price is $54
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Eskdale - Hostel
Front of property

YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel

YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seascale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Fantastic stay, beautiful location and super helpful staff."
Australia
Jack
YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 10.95 per person)

YHA Windermere - Hostel

YHA Windermere - Hostel
4.0 star property
Windermere
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"Fantastic stay - great views and clean"
United Kingdom
Max
YHA Windermere - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Ambleside Hotel Reviews

Rothay Garth

Rothay Garth

10/10 Excellent
"Nice clean room with nice view. Staff very welcoming. Prime location. Easy parking. Excellent breakfast. All for a great price."
carl 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Rothay Garth

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Ambleside Hostels information

Number of reviews
394
Accommodation
5 Hostels
Lowest Price
$40
Highest Price
$76

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ambleside?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for going out. You can enjoy activities like hiking, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Ambleside?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: YHA Ambleside - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Windermere. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel - Property features include free WiFi and free parking. Rooms come with towels. YHA Langdale - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Ambleside?
If you're looking for an affordable place to stay in Ambleside, one of Expedia's 5 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ambleside?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 52°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Ambleside is 61 inches.
What is there to see and do in Ambleside?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate the area around Ambleside. Get out into nature with places like Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water, Lake Windermere, and Tarn Hows. Cultural attractions include Beatrix Potter Gallery, Armitt Museum and Library, and Wordsworth Museum. Visit landmarks like Rydal Mount, Wray Castle, and Dove Cottage.
What's the best way to get to and around Ambleside while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Ambleside on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), located 35.8 mi (57.6 km) from the city center.

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