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Our top choices for Penrith hostels

Daily full breakfast (GBP 7.50 per person)

Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Kirkby Stephen Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkby Stephen
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (32 reviews)
"Excellent budget stay. I was the only person in an 8-bed dorm, and was one of only two people using the communal facilities on the night of my visit. Excellent hostel facilities and good systems in place."
United Kingdom
Barry
The price is ￥13,486
￥16,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Kirkby Stephen Hostel
Daily English breakfast (GBP 10.95 per person)

YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"Room clean and location perfect. Not an easy entrance for other than backpacks."
Australia
Ben
The price is ￥7,985
￥9,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
YHA Keswick - Hostel
Garden

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
3.0 star property
Coniston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Great stay and lovely breakfast"
United Kingdom
Jodie
The price is ￥6,234
￥7,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
Lounge

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (198 reviews)
"Great location very helpful staff .."
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is ￥5,324
￥6,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Exterior

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
1.0 star property
Ambleside
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (16 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 ￥5,508
￥6,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
Aerial view

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Amazing team and checkin experience. Such good value and stay"
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is ￥5,324
￥6,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Penrith Hotel Reviews

Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience - fantastic beer, great food and lovely room"
James 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Crown Inn at Pooley Bridge

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Penrith Hostels information

Number of reviews
411
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥6,389
Highest Price
￥16,184

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Penrith?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. This destination's bars offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Penrith?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start: YHA Helvellyn - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Wayfarers Independent Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Penrith Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a TV in a common area. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Penrith?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 52°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 35°F. Average annual precipitation for Penrith is 47 inches.
What is there to see and do in Penrith?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore some places near Penrith. Get out into nature with places like Yorkshire Dales National Park, Whinfell Forest, and Ullswater. Cultural attractions include Penrith & Eden Museum, Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum, and Courtyard Gallery. Visit landmarks like Dalemain, Lowther Castle and Gardens, and Brougham Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Penrith while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Penrith on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from the city center. An alternative is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), situated 53.8 mi (86.7 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Penrith Station, Langwathby Station, or Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station.