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YHA Eskdale - Hostel

3.0 star property

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A table with teapots and cups, a yellow umbrella, and a scenic view of green hills.
A rustic wooden fence with a small wooden structure in the background, surrounded by greenery and hills.
A stone building with multiple windows and a front entrance.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a fireplace, and a red accent wall.
A rustic cabin interior with wooden walls, a wooden ceiling, a window with a view of greenery, a telescope, and a wall of bird illustrations.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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Eskdale, Boot, Holmrook, England, CA19 1TH
  • Place, Eskdale Mill
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Wast Water
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

A bunk bed room with green bedding, a wooden door, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

A bunk bed room with green bedding, a wooden door, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Room (2 Bed Private)

A room with a wooden bunk bed, a wooden door with a sign, and a red hanging object.

Room (2 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Room (4 Bed Private)

A room with a wooden bunk bed, a wooden door with a sign, and a red hanging object.

Room (4 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room (5 Bed Private including Double Bed)

A bunk room with two bunk beds, a window with curtains, a sink, and a radiator.

Room (5 Bed Private including Double Bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Room (6 Bed Private)

A bunk bed room with green bedding, a wooden door, and a window with curtains.

Room (6 Bed Private)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Holmrook

At YHA Eskdale - Hostel you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Eskdale Mill and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Hardknott Roman Fort. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers a garden, barbecues and a fireplace in the lobby. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. .In proximity to this 3-property class Holmrook hostel you'll find Lake Windermere.
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What's nearby

  • Eskdale Mill - 7 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Muncaster Castle - 25 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway - 32 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Wasdale - 53 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Wast Water - 54 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Nethertown Station - 28 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wasdale Head Inn - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Ritson's Bar - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Hardknott Bar & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Boot Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sawmill Cafe & Farm Shop - ‬18 min drive

About this property

YHA Eskdale - Hostel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. YHA Eskdale - Hostel also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Holmrook hostel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
YHA Eskdale - Hostel offers 10 accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full 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
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

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 Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 11.95 for adults and from 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
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 guest room 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Eskdale Hostel Holmrook
YHA Eskdale Hostel
YHA Eskdale Holmrook
YHA Eskdale
YHA Eskdale - Hostel Holmrook
YHA Eskdale - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Eskdale - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Holmrook

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?

Yep, YHA Eskdale - Hostel has a free self car park.

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

As of 1 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Eskdale - Hostel on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$83, 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 Eskdale - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?

No, YHA Eskdale - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

YHA Eskdale - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff and facilities were great. Roads
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean facilities. Beautiful surroundings. Wonderful bird feeder with a red squirrel and variety of birds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hostel and staff were fine, socket positions and introduction of bunk curtains in dorms would be useful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely lovely place, friendly staff and very accommodating, will most likely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

jo

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

Yha Eskdale

Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms. This was our first time in a hostel. We were very impressed with the overall location and facilities. Lovely to wake up in the morning and hear the birds singing and the stream running past outside. Pub close by for evening meals.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Nice yha hostel in the middle of the Lakes

It's a youth hostel, so don't expect 5-star luxury. Having said that, our 5-bedded room was nice, the bathroom facilities were fresh and clean, the lounge areas were comfortable, the food was good, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. The price was reasonable, and it's in a splendid location. What more could you want??
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Nice hostel in secluded part of lake district

Close to Scarfell pike. Can walk up Scar fell from hostel. Wifi was terrible and didn't work at all for me but I know it did for some people. Had a 5 bed private room which was lovely but one of the beds is a double. Fine for us as we only had 4 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

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

Great stay

We came up just for one night before climbing Scafell Pike as I'm currently in training for Everest Base Camp. Hostel was great, room was comfy and very glad we paid the extra for the breakfast as it set us up for the the long day ahead. Staff were very helpful and I'd definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

J A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Generally very good.Breakfast was good,but meal club in evening was disappointingThe standardised menu for each day gives no alternative for a vegetarian.to the set main course and sweet.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bathroom facilities were horrid.

Despite the booking saying "private bathroom" there was in fact 2 toilets and 2 showers for the entire block, that being for men and women! The bathroom area was wide open without a door. The toilets were dirty with skid marks. The beds were smaller than a single bed and uncomfortable. The carpet was very dirty with marks all over. The location was around a 40 minute drive from the wasdale head car park to climb scafell pike which was ok. I have stayed in a YHA in the lake district before which was much more comfortable, cleaner and more appropriate bathroom facilities for men and women. Would not recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lakes Adventure

The hotel is situated with the prefect view of the Lake District Hills. The room suited our needs and the self catering kitchen and the use of the laundry was a big plus. The big lounge area with the open fire was a great place to sit at night. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The cooked breakfast was good value. Just note that if using a GPS don't let it take you there via the hill passes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue-Anne

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

Amazing location

Very comfortable beds
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

Great location

Very nice hostel: location is perfect and the owners really helpful
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

6/10 Okay

eden

Disliked: Room comfort