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YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

3.0 star property
Edwardian hostel in Ambleside with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Meeting facility
Garden
Reception
Living area
Property entrance
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel offers a warm and lively atmosphere with an arcade/game room, library, and garden. Enjoy a drink at the bar or explore the communal kitchens while staying connected with WiFi in public areas. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free self parking
$34 nightly
The total price is $40
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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Room (3 Bed Private with Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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Room (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private with Shared bathroom) | Bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

Highlights

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

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Room (5 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (6 Bed Private with Shared bathroom)

Highlights

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

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Room (8 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

Highlights

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

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Tent | Bed sheets

Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Front of property

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 194 reviews
$34 nightly
The price is $40
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
Hawkshead, Ambleside, England, LA22 0QD

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 12 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 14 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Bowness Pier - 15 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 15 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 155 min drive
  • Burneside Station - 23 min drive
  • Green Road Station - 26 min drive
  • Kirkby-in-Furness Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1821
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Edwardian architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 3 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Firewood fee: GBP 12.00 per person, per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, JCB International
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.

National rating

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

Also known as

YHA Hawkshead Hostel Ambleside
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at YHA Hawkshead - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near YHA Hawkshead - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around YHA Hawkshead - Hostel like?

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel is a short 16-minute walk from Grizedale Forest and 19 minutes' walk from Beatrix Potter Gallery.

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