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YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

3.0 star property
Edwardian hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Meeting facility
Living area
Property entrance
Garden
Reception
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel offers a welcoming mix of social and peaceful spaces. Enjoy a drink at the bar, cook in communal kitchens, and stay connected with WiFi in public areas. The hostel consistently earns positive reviews from visitors.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is 893.089 ₫
1.071.707 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Room (6 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

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Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Room

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

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Room (3 Bed Private with Shared Bathroom)

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

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Room

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Room (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Room (5 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Hawkshead, Ambleside, England, LA22 0QD

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 12 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 14 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Bowness Pier - 15 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 15 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 23 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

Hostel near Lake Windermere
You can look forward to a garden, an arcade/games room and a library at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine and smoke-free property
  • Secured bike storage, a billiards/pool table and a water dispenser
More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens, heating and daily housekeeping

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YHA Ambleside - Hostel

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  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 193 reviews
The price is 893.089 ₫
1.071.707 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1821
  • Communal living room
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Firewood fee: GBP 12.00 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and from GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (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; 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 Hawkshead Hostel Ambleside
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YHA Hawkshead - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Hawkshead - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 25 Sep 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel on 28 Sep 2025 start from 893.089 ₫, 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 Hawkshead - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Hawkshead - Hostel located?

Situated in Ambleside, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Grizedale Forest, Hawkshead Grammar School and Beatrix Potter Gallery. Church of St Mary and Hill Top Farm are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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