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Our top choices for Ambleside hostels

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1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (202 reviews)
"Clean room, great amenities, lovely bar."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is ￥6,676
￥8,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Exterior

2. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
1.0 star property
Ambleside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"amazing location!!! the surrounding area is absolutely beautiful and vicky is super helpful! had such a lovely stay thank you so much"
United Kingdom
Clara
The price is ￥9,874
￥11,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
Aerial view

3. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Amazing team and checkin experience. Such good value and stay"
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is ￥5,775
￥6,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
Front of property

4. YHA Langdale - Hostel

YHA Langdale - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ambleside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Easy check in and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is ￥7,037
￥8,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
YHA Langdale - Hostel
Garden

5. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
3.0 star property
Ambleside
7.8 out of 10, Good, (49 reviews)
"We stayed in a tent, it was amazing"
United Kingdom
Anite
The price is ￥6,134
￥7,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
Breakfast area

6. YHA Windermere - Hostel

YHA Windermere - Hostel
4.0 star property
Windermere
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (88 reviews)
"Yha in Lake District are such gems. This one is great for Kentmere, and when arriving or leaving via the M6."
United States
Robert
The price is ￥6,316
￥7,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
YHA Windermere - Hostel
Garden

7. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Penrith
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"YHA set in a stunning location, basic accomodation with easy access to the Lake District set in stunning scenery. Good food, friendly staff and excellent value for money."
United Kingdom
I A
The price is ￥6,314
￥7,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
Front of property

8. YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel

YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel
2.0 star property
Seascale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Fantastic stay, beautiful location and super helpful staff."
Australia
Jack
The price is ￥10,896
￥13,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
YHA Wasdale Hall - Hostel
Front of property

9. YHA Buttermere - Hostel

YHA Buttermere - Hostel
3.0 star property
Cockermouth
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Excellent value for money, lovely staff, clean "
United Kingdom
Karen
The price is ￥7,037
￥8,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
YHA Buttermere - Hostel
Breakfast area

10. YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Keswick YHA is a fantastic place to stay plesent staff very good rooms over all exelant "
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is ￥8,120
￥9,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
YHA Keswick - Hostel
Garden

11. YHA Eskdale - Hostel

YHA Eskdale - Hostel
3.0 star property
Holmrook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (17 reviews)
"Staff and facilities were great. Roads "
United Kingdom
Colin
The price is ￥6,857
￥8,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
YHA Eskdale - Hostel
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Top Ambleside Hotel Reviews

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

8/10 Good
"Had a great stay staff very welcoming the room was so cosy and the scenery was absolutely outstanding nature at its best!!"
Samantha 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Find out more about Ambleside

Ambleside Hostels information

Number of reviews
429
Accommodation
5 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥6,929
Highest Price
￥13,076

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ambleside?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for going out. You can enjoy activities like hiking, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Ambleside?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: YHA Ambleside - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Windermere. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. YHA Langdale - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Rooms come with towels.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Ambleside?
If you're looking for an affordable place to stay in Ambleside, one of Expedia's 5 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ambleside?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 52°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Ambleside is 61 inches.
What is there to see and do in Ambleside?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate the area around Ambleside. Get out into nature with places like Lake Windermere, Grizedale Forest, and Rydal Water. Cultural attractions include Beatrix Potter Gallery, Armitt Museum and Library, and Wordsworth Museum. Visit landmarks like Rydal Mount, Dove Cottage, and Hill Top Farm.
What's the best way to get to and around Ambleside while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Ambleside on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), located 35.8 mi (57.6 km) from the city center.