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YHA Buttermere - Hostel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Hiking
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reception
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
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  • Parking included
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  • Free WiFi
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  • Restaurant
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  • Bar
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  • Laundry
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Buttermere, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9XA
  • Popular LocationButtermere Lake9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLodore Falls26 min drive
  • Popular LocationDerwentwater33 min drive

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8/10 Good

This is a hostel but it is fine for what we wanted. The room was simple, sink and beds. It was clean, the bedding was m...
Mark
Aug 15, 2017
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Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (6 Bed Private)

  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (2 Bed Private) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (2 Bed Private)

  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Shared Bathroom)

  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only (Shared Bathroom)

  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cockermouth

Located in Cockermouth, YHA Buttermere - Hostel is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Derwentwater. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newlands Adventure Centre or Keswick Climbing Wall. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Buttermere Lake - 9 min walk
  • Honister Slate Mine - 7 min drive
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk - 13 min drive
  • Lodore Falls - 26 min drive
  • Derwentwater - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Aspatria Station - 38 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wasdale Head Inn - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪The Lingholm Kitchen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mizu Pan Asian Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Siskins Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬10 min drive

About this property

YHA Buttermere - Hostel

Hostel in a rural location
You can look forward to a garden, a library, and laundry facilities at YHA Buttermere - Hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), books, and secured bicycle storage
  • A vending machine and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at YHA Buttermere - Hostel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

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 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

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)
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
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 elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

YHA Buttermere Hostel Cockermouth
YHA Buttermere Hostel
YHA Buttermere Cockermouth
YHA Buttermere
YHA Buttermere - Hostel Cockermouth
YHA Buttermere - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Buttermere - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Jun 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Buttermere - Hostel on Jun 30, 2024 start from $47.58, excluding 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 Buttermere - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

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

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Buttermere - Hostel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hostel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Buttermere Lake and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Crummock Water. Honister Slate Mine and Newlands Adventure Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed to discover on arrival that the evening meal and breakfast were not available for purchase as i hadn’t been informed by Expedia that the main kitchen was being refurbished.. Other than that, I had a lovely stay, fabulous hostel in beautiful surroundings with welcoming helpful staff 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Excellent value for money, lovely staff, clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

P

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tarek

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Autumn break
Accomodation was very decent and just as expected. Friendly staff and just about everything needed for an enjoyable stay. Breakfast was a little slow waiting on just about everything and the food and drinks could do with labelling but I wouldn't knock it on one experience. It could be fine every other day. The location is great and you get what you pay for so no complaints and a happy customer
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

ROGER

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff a bit of a walk from other facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Roane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buttermere is a great hostel, Clean, well maintained, perfectly positioned All good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
There no Wi-Fi, no mobile phone service, and no shower jel and shampoo and dinner also only frozen vegetables, brake fast is fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great as always from YHA
Great service, friendly and welcoming. Quick check in. Room was nice and clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outdoor heaven
A great hostel, unbeatable location. Very helpful staff and while we self catered the food looked excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Scarfell Pike hike
Fabulous staff couldn’t have asked for more they were courteous helpful informative friendly and professional a real asset. Great facilities which were clean and well looked after. Very comfortable and welcoming lounge on our floor clean and spacious room. Warm and friendly dining area good food well presented and maintained and well organised the hostel is perfectly placed for views lakes hills and village has good cafes and pubs. Exceeded my expectations hope to return soon
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Colette, Bathgate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet Walking Retreat
Beautiful location along Buttermere Lake. The drive from Cockermouth was exceptional beautiful views of lakes and mountains. It felt as is time slowed as I drove along meandering, avoiding the sheep grazing along the road. This is a place I will visit again. The hostel itself is perched on a hill overlooking the lake. Like any hostel the sleeping dorms are functional and adequate. However the staff and the broad wealth of people you meet there make the holiday complete.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buttermere YH
Really good stay , could do with more sockets in bedrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sooty, Southsea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic location - 5 mins to the pubs and a view dtraihht up to Red Pike ....
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay at Buttermere YHA
Excellent stay at the youth hostel. A very warm welcome was received after a long day running in the Lake District. Great selection of food and drink with really friendly staff. Rooms comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Mark, San Francisco, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A worthy choice in Buttermere
This is a hostel but it is fine for what we wanted. The room was simple, sink and beds. It was clean, the bedding was more than adequate, the showers were warm and clean, the W.C was always clean. There was a handy kitchen with a nice view. The sitting room was nice. There was a washer which soap was supplied, and cleverly, the furnace room is used for drying clothe which was quite effective and ecologically reflected clever thinking (saves many mega-watts). This is a nice hostel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location.
Location is great: in the centre of everything - trails and lakes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pauline, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great hostel in a perfect area
A first class hostel, with all amenities. A useful notice board showing bus time tables, taxi numbers, weather conditions etc. Very clean throughout. Quiet in the night time, which was great for me as I needed to wake up very early for sunrise photography. This is only the second hostel I have ever stayed in and I will certainly be staying in more hostels in the future.