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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
Lake
Shared kitchen
Front of property
Lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 166
AED 199 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun

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Room, Ensuite (Private, 4 Bed)

Highlights

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)

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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

Highlights

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)

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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)

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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

About the neighborhood

Map
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
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ambleside Pier - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Lily Bar in Ambleside - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Waterhead Coffee Shop - ‬2 min walk

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 kids' 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), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room, and a TV in the lobby
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and heating

Languages

Catalan, Dutch, English, French, German, Indonesian, Polish, Slovenian, Spanish, Turkish

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The Windermere Hotel

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
7.4 out of 10, Good, 639 reviews
The price is AED 328
AED 394 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
The Windermere Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator
  • 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 available

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and 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 onsite 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 elevators

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 Hotel Ambleside
YHA Ambleside Lake District

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 6 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Ambleside - Hostel on 8 June 2025 start from $54.21, 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.

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?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Ambleside - Hostel located?

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

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YHA Ambleside - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 188 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great position
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Amazing place to stay, very nice staff all over best play to stay in Lake District
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Breakfast was really good. Beds werent comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Enjoyable stay- so nice to be right on the lake as wel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

lovely property
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Great location, staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

I like this place. Staff were nice and welcoming. Would definitely coming back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Amazing location and excellent facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Excellent location and staff services
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Great location and great value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10

Basic but clean and great location next to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10

Cheap and ideal for a stoppover while we do the 3 peaks challenge
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10

Good location close to the lake
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Stayed before and enjoyed it and never had any issues
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Absolutely love the location of this yha. Right by Windermere Was upgraded to a lake and Mountain View room, what’s not to like. Staff were friendly. Big communal space.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

My go to place whenever I visit Ambleside. Best view and best prices for a young explorer. Mustn’t forget the great staff and lovely food, great location right by the lake for some peace and quiet and close enough to town for any shopping:) Lovely place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Set in a beautiful location and just 20 min from the town centre by foot, this property was ideally located to explore the area. It was very clean and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10

All ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

It was very good ill go there again 10 out of 10 thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10

idea location for anyone
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10

The room was adequate but hot. Staff were great It sufficed for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023