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YHA Buttermere - Hostel

3.0 star property
3-star accommodations with free WiFi

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Front of property
Shared kitchen
Books
Room (2 Bed Private) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Buttermere, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9XA
  • Buttermere Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Lodore Falls
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Derwentwater
    ‪20 min drive‬

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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Shared kitchen

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 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only (Shared Bathroom)

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Cockermouth

In Cockermouth .A stay at this hostel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Buttermere Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Crummock Water. Honister Slate Mine and Newlands Adventure Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Buttermere Lake - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Honister Slate Mine - 6 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Theatre By The Lake - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 19 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Derwentwater - 20 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wasdale Head Inn - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Langstrath Country Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Croft House Farm Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cottage in the Wood - ‬10 min drive

About this property

YHA Buttermere - Hostel

3-star accommodations with free WiFi
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 a garden are also featured at YHA Buttermere - Hostel. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Cockermouth hostel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
YHA Buttermere - Hostel offers 14 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM 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

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

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 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

  • 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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 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 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
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, Mastercard, and debit cards. 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 Buttermere Hostel Cockermouth
YHA Buttermere Hostel
YHA Buttermere Cockermouth
YHA Buttermere
YHA Buttermere - Hostel Cockermouth
YHA Buttermere - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is YHA Buttermere - Hostel to the airport?

YHA Buttermere - Hostel is 101.4 mi (139-min drive) away from the Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Buttermere - Hostel on Jun 7, 2025 start from $168.9, 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 Buttermere - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

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

Does YHA Buttermere - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at YHA Buttermere - Hostel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at YHA Buttermere - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

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

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

Is there free parking at YHA Buttermere - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does YHA Buttermere - Hostel have a pool?

YHA Buttermere - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does YHA Buttermere - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does YHA Buttermere - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is YHA Buttermere - Hostel to downtown Cockermouth?

YHA Buttermere - Hostel is 0.2 mi away from Buttermere.

YHA Buttermere - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shahzad

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at another friendly hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Million dollar location

Lovely yha , spectacular location , clean tidy lovely old building , highly reccomend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 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: 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