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Our top choices for Ambleside hostels

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1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (202 reviews)
"Clean room, great amenities, lovely bar."
United Kingdom
Sarah
$42 nightly
The price is $50
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Exterior

2. 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
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
Front of property

3. 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
$44 nightly
The price is $53
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Langdale - Hostel
Aerial view

4. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (51 reviews)
"YHA Grasmere is a massive, well-maintained property with a really great team of staff. The kitchen and dining areas are huge and spotless, and having plenty of showers on every floor means you never have to wait around. The rooms, showers, and toilets were all kept very clean. Just a couple of minor maintenance issues: the light fixture above the mirror in my room didn't work, and one of the toilets took a few tries to get it to flush properly. Aside from those small quirks, everything else was...
Canada
Vineeth
$36 nightly
The price is $43
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
Garden

5. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
3.0 star property
Ambleside
7.8 out of 10, Good, (49 reviews)
"We stayed in a tent, it was amazing"
United Kingdom
Anite
$38 nightly
The price is $46
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
Breakfast area

6. YHA Windermere - Hostel

YHA Windermere - Hostel
4.0 star property
Windermere
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (88 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
$39 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Windermere - Hostel
Garden

7. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Penrith
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"Hostel itself is very good with everything needed for a good stay. The road leading to the hostel however is almost unsuitable for vehicles and this is not mentioned when booking. Almost 1 mile of rough terrain is enough to cause significant damage."
United Kingdom
Matthew
$39 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
Front of property

8. 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
$44 nightly
The price is $53
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Buttermere - Hostel
Front of property

9. YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel

YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seascale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Fantastic stay, beautiful location and super helpful staff."
Australia
Jack
$68 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel
Garden

10. 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
$43 nightly
The price is $51
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Eskdale - Hostel
Breakfast area

11. YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Keswick YHA is a fantastic place to stay plesent staff very good rooms over all exelant "
United Kingdom
Paul
$51 nightly
The price is $61
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Keswick - Hostel
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Top Ambleside Hotel Reviews

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

10/10 Excellent
"A treasure and a pleasure."
John 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

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Ambleside Hostels information

Number of reviews
480
Accommodation
5 Hostels
Lowest Price
$43
Highest Price
$82

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. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. 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 Langdale - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Rooms come with towels.
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 Lake Windermere, Tarn Hows, and Grizedale Forest. Cultural attractions include Wordsworth Museum, Armitt Museum and Library, and Hawkshead Grammar School. Visit landmarks like Rydal Mount, Dove Cottage, and Hill Top Farm.
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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