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YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

3.0 star property
3-star hostel near Lake Windermere

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Meeting facility
Living area
Property entrance
Garden
Reception

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Hawkshead, Ambleside, England, LA22 0QD
  • Lake Windermere
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Bowness Pier
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room (6 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared kitchen

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared kitchen

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room (3 Bed Private with Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared kitchen

Room (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private with Shared bathroom) | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Room (5 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Tent | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Tent

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

In Ambleside .You'll find Grizedale Forest and Hawkshead Grammar School within 2 miles (3 km) of this hostel. Beatrix Potter Gallery and Church of St Mary are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grizedale Forest - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 15 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 15 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pier Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lake View Garden Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

3-star hostel near Lake Windermere
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Ambleside hostel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel offers 22 accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Front of property

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 189 reviews
$45 nightly
The price is $54
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total includes taxes and fees
YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa and JCB International. Cash is not accepted.

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.

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is YHA Hawkshead - Hostel to the airport?

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel is 98.5 mi (155-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel on Jul 3, 2025 start from $39.6, 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.

Does YHA Hawkshead - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel.

Does YHA Hawkshead - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

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

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

Is there free parking at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does YHA Hawkshead - Hostel have a pool?

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does YHA Hawkshead - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does YHA Hawkshead - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is YHA Hawkshead - Hostel to downtown Ambleside?

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel is 0.9 mi away from Hawkshead.

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking for motorbikes was not great, As it was all gravel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alena

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vitt

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seongmin

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Generally as expected. The beds and linen could have been more comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. A television lounge for adults would be good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Antonio

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The location is nice and the staff is friendly and helpful .cool place to enjoy your holidays. But one thing I didn’t like about the property is that the basic amenities like towels were charged for because people spend so much money on the accommodation and I feel that it was not fair.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Junaid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I loved that it was safe and it was a lovely hotel. I did not like it was so much noise at night. the bathroom and the showerroom was not clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

T A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommended!

An excellent and very enjoyable stay in the heart of the Lake District, with a beautiful view over Esthwaite Water. Ample free parking. Within easy reach of Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere, Coniston, Tarn Hows, and so much more! Staff were very welcoming and genuinely doing everything possible to ensure that you had a good stay. Only small issue was that Covid has closed down much of the communal areas, meaning that for a hostel it was particularly quiet, but this is entirely outside the control of the hostel. I would not hesitate to book again when next visiting the Lake District.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Jayne, England

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The actual house of yha is beautiful. Set in lovely gardens. The room we had slept 3. Very small and cramped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check-out at 10am and check-in at 3pm is not acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent YHA, but people sharing room incnsiderate

Great service from staff - very friendly, welcoming, quick check in. Beds comfy as any other YHA beds. Plug sockets next to beds with USB sockets also, which makes life easier. Only downside was people coming in drunk at 12/1/2 (three separate waves) and not being courteous enough to keep quiet. There was some broken glass on the driveways the following morning though this didn't affect us as we came/left by foot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nilesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Location !

Beautiful location, lovely people and excellent facility for the price we paid !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice scenic view from the room depend on your allocation. Could provide map for joggers in the hostel and the distance from key location. e.g. point A to B. Could provide farm touring arrangement with landlord around the Hostel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money

Good location, nice staff and clean accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service

Pleasant

Good stay, excellent surroundings and views. Typical hostel type accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

4/10 Poor

CHRIS, UK

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Herd of elephants

Room very very hot just managed to cool down and nodding off when what sounded like a herd of elephants above my room arrived at 12 of clockmidnight.Honestly thought the ceiling was going to collapse.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

greg

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

hotel

no space in the room, but the location was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

C, Lancashire, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

In the hills near the Lake

The rooms and facilities were nice, though my bed did not stop creaking every time I moved and I move a lot. And there were so many families here during this time, so the place was louder than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

JASBINDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was the first time we have stayed in a hostel so was a bit unsure of what it was going to like. Everything was great looking forward to going g again next year
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Luiz

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful view

Nice hostel, excellent cost benefit. Amazing kitchen, nice room and bathroom but don´t expect too much luxury. The views are definitely worthwhile. Staff was really cool and easy to park.

10/10 Excellent

Vivien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff. Excellent breakfast. Friendly environment. Peaceful setting. Gorgeous grounds......house had interesting history

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for money

Excellent value for money with good facilities and a scenic location

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking. Good kitchen.