Beautiful morning panorama of Buttermere lake in the Lake District. England

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Our top choices for Penrith hostels

Garden

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Penrith
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (53 reviews)
"YHA set in a stunning location, basic accomodation with easy access to the Lake District set in stunning scenery. Good food, friendly staff and excellent value for money."
United Kingdom
I A
$54 nightly
The price is $65
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Helvellyn - 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
$97 nightly
The price is $117
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel
Exterior

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
1.0 star property
Ambleside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (18 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
$61 nightly
The price is $73
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
Garden

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
3.0 star property
Ambleside
7.8 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"We stayed in a tent, it was amazing"
United Kingdom
Anite
$53 nightly
The price is $64
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

YHA Windermere - Hostel

YHA Windermere - Hostel
4.0 star property
Windermere
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"Yha in Lake District are such gems. This one is great for Kentmere, and when arriving or leaving via the M6."
United States
Robert
$59 nightly
The price is $70
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Windermere - Hostel
Daily English breakfast for a fee

YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Excellent location , very clean and well equipped "
United Kingdom
Gina
$87 nightly
The price is $105
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Keswick - Hostel
Front of property

YHA Buttermere - Hostel

YHA Buttermere - Hostel
3.0 star property
Cockermouth
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Excellent value for money, lovely staff, clean "
United Kingdom
Karen
$65 nightly
The price is $78
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Buttermere - 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
$56 nightly
The price is $68
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Eskdale - Hostel
Lounge

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Clean room, great amenities, lovely bar."
United Kingdom
Sarah
$59 nightly
The price is $70
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Daily full breakfast for a fee

Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Kirkby Stephen Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkby Stephen
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (33 reviews)
"Excellent budget stay. I was the only person in an 8-bed dorm, and was one of only two people using the communal facilities on the night of my visit. Excellent hostel facilities and good systems in place."
United Kingdom
Barry
$80 nightly
The price is $96
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Kirkby Stephen Hostel
Front of property

YHA Langdale - Hostel

YHA Langdale - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ambleside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Easy check in and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Mark
$71 nightly
The price is $85
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Langdale - Hostel
Garden

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
3.0 star property
Coniston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Great stay and lovely breakfast"
United Kingdom
Jodie
$177 nightly
The price is $212
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
Aerial view

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
$57 nightly
The price is $69
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
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Top Penrith Hotel Reviews

Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

10/10 Excellent
"Definitely stop again"
Robbie 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

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Penrith Hostels information

Number of reviews
489
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
$64
Highest Price
$212

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Penrith?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. This destination's bars offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Penrith?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start: YHA Helvellyn - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Wayfarers Independent Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Penrith Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a TV in a common area. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Penrith?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 52°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 35°F. Average annual precipitation for Penrith is 47 inches.
What is there to see and do in Penrith?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore some places near Penrith. Get out into nature with places like Yorkshire Dales National Park, Whinfell Forest, and Ullswater. Cultural attractions include Penrith & Eden Museum, Courtyard Gallery, and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum. Visit landmarks like Brougham Castle, Lowther Castle and Gardens, and Brougham Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Penrith while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Penrith on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from the city center. An alternative is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), situated 53.8 mi (86.7 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Penrith Station, Langwathby Station, or Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station.

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