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YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Penrith hostel

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Greenside, Glenridding, Penrith, England, CA11 0QR
  • Place, Glenridding Sailing Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (2 Bed Private )

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (3 Bed Private)

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

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Room (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (5 Bed Private including Double Bed)

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

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Room (6 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Penrith

In Penrith .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Penrith hostel, you'll find Glenridding Sailing Centre and Ullswater. Also, Hellvellyn is within 3 miles (5 km) and Place Fell is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Glenridding Sailing Centre - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ullswater - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Derwentwater - 47 min drive - 25.9 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 47 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 60 min drive - 34.5 miles

Getting around

  • Staveley Station - 23 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Royal at Dockray - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Patterdale Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

Enjoy the free parking at this Penrith hostel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Penrith hostel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel offers 18 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

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 continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 11.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Games

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 11.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.50 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Helvellyn Hostel Penrith
YHA Helvellyn Hostel
YHA Helvellyn Penrith
YHA Helvellyn
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Penrith
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Penrith

Frequently asked questions

How close is YHA Helvellyn - Hostel to the airport?

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel is 42.5 mi (83-min drive) away from the Carlisle (CAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel on Jul 13, 2026 start from $65, including 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 Helvellyn - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

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

Does YHA Helvellyn - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 11.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

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

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

Is there free parking at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does YHA Helvellyn - Hostel have a pool?

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does YHA Helvellyn - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does YHA Helvellyn - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is YHA Helvellyn - Hostel to downtown Penrith?

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel is 2 mi away from Patterdale.

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

I A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iust such a perfect settling. Accommodation is very basic, but wow! Gorgeous setting, lovely staff, completely hassle free. I only initially booked for one night , finished up staying for 3, and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s a nice place to rest
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Decent

Good place to stay for night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location to walks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a beautiful location and remote. The drive up is not for the feint hearted, but well worth it for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise

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

birthday night away

Me and my fiance stayed here for 1 night at the hostel didnt know what expect as never been to one before but when checked in was pleasantly surprised staff very welcoming hostel very clean view from room was nice also went hiking up the mountains was beautiful scenery will definitely come back in future
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Good price. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathon

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

WiFi Not Really Working

Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathon

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

WiFi Basically Not Working (No Phone Signal)

Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

marie christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accès très difficile en moto, car non signalé . Risque de chute . Merci
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfy beds and great shower facilities. Breakfast bap and coffee was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Little Gem in the Foothills of Hellvellyn

There is a first time for everything. At the age of 58, my first stay at a Youth Hostel was a memorable one. What a journey up the track to the lodgings, not for the faint hearted, but wll worth the trip. A breath taking view awaits you. As soon as you enetred the building the warmth and friendliness of the staff lifted and relaxed you. Nice little room with clean Bunks, lovely and warm and amazing views to the stream and river. We enjoyed a nice drink at the bar too. Shower was fine and toilets clean. Breakfast was only a sausage or bacon bun (veggie options) but it was great quality. I'd certainly go again. You get a real sense of community with other walkers too. We ate down the hill in Glennridding, but food was available. Overall, most enjoyable and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Decent staff, couple of issues with the hostel

Excellent staff and customer service. Showers were too small resulting in clothing getting wet - and I'm only 5ft 8ins and 11 stone. Bear in mind, self catering kitchen is locked overnight (nothing to tell you this as far as I'm aware) so check they'll leave it open if you want an early start.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Interesting local mining history. Loved the walks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and ideal for a walk up helvellyn
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

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

Yha Glenridding

Used as a base for training in the lakes. Great friendly and cheerful staff. Great value food and service with a smile. A great team well done
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great youth hostel with friendly staff close to some amazing hills and mountains
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful friendly staff, value for money. Lots of choice to eat/ drink compared to what i expected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only criticism is the cleanliness of the showers, everything else during our stay was absolutely perfect nd will be returning again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wing Hang

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

Above average

Clean and quiet. The staff are helpful. Fully equipped kitchen and dry room for wet clothes. But the air quality inside the eight people dormitory room is poor because the window is small.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

graham

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

Pricey for a hostel but quality accommodation

Friendly welcome. They had problems with internet but got us settled in our room while they sorted it. Great breakfast and good advice on the local area for walking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

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Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the location, a stone's throw to the ski slopes (closed of course now) and many high fells. Only chip in their armour was the lack of hot water in the showers, or it might have been my inability to work out how to control the temp (tried a couple of shower cubicles though). I like my showers cold, so it didn't bother me in particular, but I know for others it could be hell. I'm a bit on the wild side, so other things I heard from others (more mainstream comfort minded): access is not ideal for a saloon car, no mobile phone signal in the area, wifi downstairs only, place is isolated so you're effectively forced to spend your time there. Worked fine for a last minute bargain mini holiday for me and my children, though!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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

Great stay....

Excellent hostel, beautiful setting, friendly, helpful staff. My partner is new to YHA... & he was well impressed. We had an evening meal & breakfast. Nothing more to be said
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018