YHA Windermere - Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Lake Windermere

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Front of property
Garden
Tent | Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Interior detail
Food and drink

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, England, LA23 1LA
  • Place, Townend
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Holehird Gardens
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room (2 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room (3 Bed Private)

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

Room (4 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Room (6 Bed Private)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Room (3 Bed Double Private)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Room (5 Bed Double Private)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Tent

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Windermere

Within a short walk of Townend, YHA Windermere - Hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Windermere. This 16-room, 4-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Townend - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Holehird Gardens - 1 min drive - 0.4 miles
  • Treetop Trek - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Homeground - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Baa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waterhead Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

YHA Windermere - Hostel

Hostel with free parking, near Lake Windermere
Guests of YHA Windermere - Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a communal living room, and a garden.

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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 buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

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 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 5 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

What can I see close to YHA Windermere - Hostel?

This hostel is located in Windermere within a short 12-minute walk of Townend. You'll also find Lake Windermere and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does YHA Windermere - Hostel include a casino on the premises?

No, YHA Windermere - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does YHA Windermere - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, YHA Windermere - Hostel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will YHA Windermere - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Windermere - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Does YHA Windermere - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YHA Windermere - Hostel.