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YHA Ambleside - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Lake Windermere

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Front of property
Boating
Shared kitchen
Bar (on property)
Lake
YHA Ambleside - Hostel is centrally located in Ambleside, featuring an on-site restaurant and coffee shop. Guests love the garden terrace with free WiFi for planning activities. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance their stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is HK$263
HK$316 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Room, Ensuite (Private, 4 Bed)

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (Private, 6 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Ensuite (Private, 5 Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

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

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Room (Private, 5 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, Ensuite (Private, 6 Bed)

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (Private, 4 Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds (Private, 5 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Room (Private, 3 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds (Private, 5 Bed)

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Room (Private, 3 Bed)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (Private, 2 Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the area

Ambleside is home to YHA Ambleside - Hostel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Treetop Trek and Holehird Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Waterhead, Ambleside, England, LA22 0EU

What's nearby

  • Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rydal Mount - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Wray Castle - 9 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 8 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Lion - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬3 min drive

About this property

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Upscale hostel near Lake Windermere
Consider a stay at YHA Ambleside - Hostel and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • English breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a vending machine
  • 1 meeting room, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • A TV in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English 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 coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • 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: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for English 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)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 Ambleside Hostel
YHA Hostel
YHA Ambleside
YHA
Yha Ambleside Hostel Ambleside
YHA Ambleside - Hostel Ambleside
YHA Ambleside - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Ambleside - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Ambleside - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Ambleside - Hostel on 14 Sept 2025 start from HK$263.36, 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 Ambleside - Hostel?

Limited spots are available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at YHA Ambleside - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Ambleside - Hostel located?

Situated in Ambleside, this hostel is steps away from Ambleside Pier and Lake Windermere. Borrans Park and Ambleside Climbing Wall are also within 15 minutes.

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