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The best hostels in Grasmere

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The YHA Ambleside sits on the shores of Lake Windermere in the Lake District. It offers a range of budget accommodation and a café serving local food.

Unlimited breakfast, amazing location (the best location for a hostel) and lovely staff. Just made my trip an unforgettable experience
Review score
8.4
Very good
1,591 reviews
Price from
£55
1 night, 2 adults

Set in a grand Victorian mansion, YHA Langdale is a National Trust property with leafy grounds, cosy log fires and a restaurant. The Lake District hostel is situated between Elterwater and Grasmere.

Remote but lots of walks on your doorstep...lovely waking up to birdsong and the owl at night....staff so lovely and breakfast 👌
Review score
8.3
Very good
317 reviews
Price from
£75
1 night, 2 adults

Overlooking Lake Windermere, this YHA hostel is located in the picturesque village of Troutbeck, 2 miles from Windermere.

Great location and great staff.
Review score
8.5
Very good
395 reviews
Price from
£65
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Eskdale, 20 km from Muncaster Castle, YHA Eskdale provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen.

Friendly. Relaxed. Warm welcome.
Review score
9.0
Superb
284 reviews
Price from
£50
1 night, 2 adults

Surrounded by lovely greenery in the heart of vibrant Keswick centre, YHA Keswick is just a 10-minute walk from Lake Derwentwater. It features a restaurant and self-catering kitchen.

Good Location and value for money
Review score
9.1
Superb
677 reviews
Price from
£60
1 night, 2 adults

Set in a stunning Regency mansion overlooking Esthwaite Water, YHA Hawkshead stands within beautiful grounds just a mile from Hawkshead village.

Beautiful location and decor of the whole property
Review score
8.1
Very good
1,033 reviews
Price from
£60
1 night, 2 adults

Located in the market town of Keswick in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Denton House Hostel is just a 5-minute stroll from Keswick Leisure Centre.

Quiet, clean and comfortable
Review score
8.4
Very good
742 reviews
Price from
£96
1 night, 2 adults

Set by a river, this Lakeland YHA in Borrowdale Valley has fine mountain views and an informal atmosphere. Enjoy family-friendly walks, laundry facilities and hot meals.

Review score
8.5
Very good
441 reviews
Price from
£75
1 night, 2 adults

Situated in the Cumbrian countryside, conveniently located to visit the Lake District, YHA Helvellyn has on-site free parking and a bar.

Perfect location at the foot of helvellyn.. staff are friendly and welcoming… one of the nicest hostels I’ve ever been to. Facilities were great
Review score
8.5
Very good
464 reviews
Price from
£60
1 night, 2 adults

Situated in Threlkeld, 12 km from Derwentwater, The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Have stayed here many times, the location is fabulous and we like the communal kitchen facilities.
Review score
8.3
Very good
775 reviews
Price from
£72
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 382 reviews
    Great location, free parking, well equipped kitchen *if a bit small for the amount of rooms* Staff super friendly. Would stay again but only short stays because you don't really sleep in a hostel. Met some strangers and still had a ball.
    Guest review by
    User 1212
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 382 reviews
    Great location lovely setting. Great weekend. The only thing was the beds were not very comfortable I’m sure I paid £220 for 2 nights I just expected the beds/mattresses to be a bit more comfortable that’s all just being honest but I suppose it’s a hostel and not a 5 star hotel. 👍
    Guest review by
    Alexander
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 382 reviews
    Great location for walks and wildlife. The whole hostel including rooms and facilities were lovely and clean and the staff were all really nice and accommodating
    Guest review by
    Kayleigh
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 382 reviews
    Lovely hostel in a great location
    Guest review by
    Rosalie
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 382 reviews
    Excellent hostel. Everything was extremely clean, common spaces (2 self-catering kitchens, lounge) were great. Plenty of shared toilets/showers. Beds and pillows are very comfortable. It was very quiet during my stay. The staff were very friendly and gave good tips for hiking paths. Great location. I cannot recommend it enough.
    Guest review by
    Joana
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.5
    Very good · 247 reviews
    A very comfortable and welcoming place with friendly and open colleagues. Great to be able to stay somewhere with the dogs as well and to feel it was no trouble for the hotel. Also the same for my 12 year old- often with dogs and children always one of them will feel a problem when staying in a hotel which is why we usually self cater or youth hostel.
    Guest review by
    Raine
    Family with young children