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Some bedrooms have views across both the lake and the Langdale Pikes. This hostel offers private rooms with en-suite or allocated shared bathrooms..

Ambleside village is a 10-minute walk from the YHA hostel. It has a selection of quaint tea rooms, artisan shops and country pubs.

I booked the quadruple room with ensuite bathroom. The view was facing the lake. Parking is just infront of the hostel (maybe due to low season I managed to park there). But if you need to park at the paid parking, it's still very near. Fish n chips shop just a few steps away from the hostel. There's a good restaurant/ cafe inside the hostel aswell. & you can take the cruise package just infront of the hostel. Overall, it was an awesome stay!

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8.5
Very good
1,653 reviews
Price from
MYR 108
per night

Set in a grand Victorian mansion, YHA Langdale is a National Trust property with leafy grounds, cosy log fires and a restaurant. The Lake District hostel is situated between Elterwater and Grasmere.

The bright and airy rooms feature modern bunk beds, and some have a private bathroom. The YHA also features a TV lounge and games room, and the balcony terrace has scenic views of Windermere.

location, location, location. Now if you take the bus and walk from Grasmere, it’s a long uphill walk to the hostel. BUT once you arrive, you know it was worth it. The hostel / building is absolutely beautiful. The grounds were lush and green and I really enjoyed talking walks.

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8.5
Very good
214 reviews
Price from
MYR 90
per night

The majority of rooms contain bunk beds, whilst there is a TV lounge with comfortable sofas, local sightseeing guides. Wi-Fi access is available in public areas of the property, and guests have use of laundry and drying facilities at the YHA hostel.

Staffs were very friendly and facilities were clean.

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8.4
Very good
410 reviews
Price from
MYR 239
per night

In the Lake District village of Elterwater, the independent Elterwater Hostel offers dormitories and private rooms, with a communal lounge and dining area. Nestled in Langdale Valley, this hostel also boasts free WiFi, home-cooked food, cycle storage and is also just 2 minutes’ walk from the local pub.

Beautiful quiet location, staff really personable and helpful which was a benefit of a small hostel. Bedroom basic and small but perfectly adequate. Breakfast great !

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9.3
Superb
160 reviews
Price from
MYR 132
per night

Set within the beautiful Lakeland village of Grasmere, this Victorian mansion features fabulous views of the surrounding fells and valleys. Guests can enjoy the restaurant and relaxing TV lounge.

The majority of rooms at YHA Grasmere’s contain bunk beds. Guests are able to relax in spacious, lovely grounds, whilst there is also a games room and Wi-Fi access.

Great facilities, clean and a huge lounge area.

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8.3
Very good
505 reviews

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. At Lakes Boutique Hostel Apartment Windermere the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

The apartment was fantastic for everything we needed - location was brilliant right in the centre of Windermere, quirky and spacious communal area and everywhere was clean and tidy. Beds were so comfy too. The host was also very helpful, friendly and responsive - we will definitely stay again thank you Lakes Boutique!

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7.6
Good
8 reviews
Price from
MYR 1,459
per night

The Beatrix Potter Gallery is located in nearby Hawkshead, and Lake Windermere is only a 10-minute drive from YHA Hawkshead. The lush greenery of Grizedale Forest is just outside the hostel, home to excellent mountain biking trails and a Go Ape! treetop adventure course.

The best place to visit the South lake district.

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8.4
Very good
1,047 reviews
Price from
MYR 108
per night

YHA Holly How offers dormitory-style accommodation in Coniston, a 10-minute drive from Hawkshead, Ambleside. It has a games room, a restaurant serving evening meals, and offers free parking on site.

Guests can go walking, cycling, and canoeing in the surrounding area, and there are mountains nearby. There are scenic trails for mountain biking, as well as opportunities for sailing.

Location is excellent and parking included is a big bonus. Great walking routes. Breakfast was fine, in continental option the croissants were a bit small. But coffee was good.

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8.5
Very good
362 reviews
Price from
MYR 90
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Ambleside

  • Avg. price/night: MYR 657.83
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 119 reviews
    great location, very cheap for area
    Mary
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 986.74
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,879 reviews
    The property is at great location. The staff is ❤️❤️. Everyone was so welcoming. Chef is so nice. We tried onion rings, cauliflower vegan curry with rice and pizza. Breakfast was so satisfying. Highlight of our trip was CAS helped us to kindly find a cab on Boxing Day when we were struggling to find transportation and we reached home safely.
    Chetna
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,654 reviews
    Great location and hostel facilities
    L
    Lorna
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 562 reviews
    Everything. Clean, welcoming, great location. Decor is beautiful and bed was very comfy, we slept with the window open and felt really safe with no noise. We will definitely stay again
    Emma
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,654 reviews
    Location, restaurant and dining area were all good, and the staff were all kind and helpful. It's an older building and a youth hostel, so by those standards it's doing a good job of upkeep. Bit of cobwebs and dust in the rooms and windows but otherwise ok. The bathrooms (sinks especially) need updating soon, but they function. The best part is the view and the lake in front, and the accessibility to the town.
    FS
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 214 reviews
    Great location. I was able to park easily , a big bonus in the Lake District. The Hostel location was perfect to be able to start walking from. Solo traveller and felt very safe here, friendly and helpful staff . Great kitchen and shower facilities. nice and clean . I had shared female dorm , and I requested the bottom bunk and my request had been granted. I would definitely return here.
    R
    Rosemary
    Solo traveller
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,212 reviews
    Great location, brilliant options for a budget friendly stay! Super friendly staff, room was impeccably clean.
    Erin
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,654 reviews
    The self catering area was very grubby and tired having to wash utensils before use ….we had stayed at The Torridon Youth Hostel previously which had been to a much higher standard. The lounge area was grubby tired and not comfortable because of that …fortunately because weather was good we were able to take food outside to eat as the dining area was not good at all. .
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,654 reviews
    Excellent location, friendly helpful staff. Food and drink good value. For a youth Hostel the facilities are good and clean considering how many people are using them. Great for kids nice atmosphere...excellent
    john
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: MYR 747.53
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,622 reviews
    Staff were lovely very helpfull, great location, food was excellent, buffet breakfast which was great and the evening meals were great too... especially the "Gowan Curry" will definitely go back but book one of the deluxe rooms as we had a family room (only one left) with a double bed and bunk beds which was great if you had kid's. bed was comfortable but small.dog friendly hotel which is good. Staff were lovely to our dog.would highly recommended this hotel
    Julie
    Family with young children