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YHA Windermere - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Lake Windermere

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Stunning two-story building with a central entrance and balcony, set amidst a serene lawn and trees.
Three traditional tents stand amidst a grassy area, surrounded by a body of water and distant hills.
Enjoy a spacious room with a high ceiling, two skylights, a comfortable bed, and a stylish light fixture.
Experience the tranquility of a secluded campsite surrounded by nature, featuring traditional tipis with an entrance.
Enjoy a variety of hot beverages and snacks at this cozy café, featuring a counter, seating area, and outdoor views.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Explore the area

Map
Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, England, LA23 1LA
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lake Windermere
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (6 Bed Private)

1 bedroom, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (6 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Room (4 Bed Private)

Room (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Tent

Tent

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

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1 bedroom, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (3 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (2 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (3 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

1 bedroom, bed sheets, wheelchair access

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

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Room

Room

Room

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Windermere

At YHA Windermere - Hostel you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Townend and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Lake Windermere. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and luggage storage. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Windermere hostel include Ullswater and Coniston Water.
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What's nearby

  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Bowness Pier - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Orrest Head - 7 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 4 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ambleside Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Homeground - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

YHA Windermere - Hostel

Hostel with free parking, near Lake Windermere
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at YHA Windermere - Hostel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Windermere hostel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
YHA Windermere - Hostel offers 16 shared accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

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The Windermere Hotel

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
3.7 out of 5, Good, 686 reviews
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Windermere Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 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
  • Games

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Shared accommodation

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 AM - 10 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3 PM - 11 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
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 buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and from 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
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. 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. 

National rating

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

Property is also known as

YHA Windermere Hostel
YHA Hostel
YHA Windermere
YHA
YHA Windermere - Hostel Windermere
YHA Windermere - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Yep, YHA Windermere - Hostel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

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

As of 27 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Windermere - Hostel on 28 July 2025 start from AU$112.56, 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 Windermere - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

YHA Windermere - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Natasha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 5 bed room for my friends and I over the easter weekend. And while the property at the time was super busy, we had a wonderful stay. Comfy beds, good rooms, the bathrooms were exceptionally clean. My friend visiting from the US was shocked at how high the standards were of the hostels in the UK. Overall, would definitely recommend. The only thing I'd highlight is that you need to have a car to access the property easily. Google says its a 40min walk from Windermere station but the roads are quite uphill and we ended up using the local taxis instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei, NUNEATON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
YHA is always the best place to meet new friends
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ernest

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As I did not see all the property I cannot review the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price for the location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, the girl on reception gave great advice. Had a bit of a mix up when booking and they very promptly got in contact and upgraded me to a bell tent which was so cool. Everywhere is really clean and amazing view. Would defo recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thushara

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

Warm and cosy

A great base to stay when visiting Kendal calling
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jusim

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dingkai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koteswara Rao

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people who made us feel so welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Azadeh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is quite far away from Bowness, only car could be accessible to there, but the biew is breathtaking, and the facilities are more than enough
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

DARREN

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

J

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harini

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property has the most incredible view and the friendliest staff members
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay. Didn’t hear much noise from other people which is nice. The kitchen doesn’t have a great selection of pans, and there didn’t seem to be any cooking oil which is commonly found in hostels. The bunk beds are quite short. I’m not very tall, but I was touching both ends of the bunk when lying down.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

MAN HANG

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with views of Lake Windermere from our room and from the back side of the hostel. Self-catering kitchen and good breakfast including vegan and vegetarian options. Plenty of car parking spaces for all guests. Very clean and hygienic kitchen and rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

kalpesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Onsite camping, Amazing view, value for money, excellent staff, at canteen cook your own or order from reception. Overall 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022