YHA Ambleside

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

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Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × 3 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Beds: 1 single bed , 2 bunk beds
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Breakfast US$13 (optional)
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US$38 per night
Price US$115
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About this property

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. After being refurbished, the property now boasts newly decorated rooms, a new restaurant and a decked terrace with lake views. Some bedrooms have views across both the lake and the Langdale Pikes. This hostel offers private rooms with en-suite or allocated shared bathrooms.. The bar offers a range of local ales and there is a large garden. There are many walking and cycling routes surrounding YHA Ambleside, and there is a bike store on site. A variety of watersports can be enjoyed on the lake. Ambleside village is a 10-minute walk from the YHA hostel. It has a selection of quaint tea rooms, artisan shops and country pubs. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds. Breakfast is available for an additional charge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
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Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × 3 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
Price for:
Max adults: 3
Beds: 1 single bed , 2 bunk beds
Non-refundable
Pay the property before arrival
Breakfast US$13 (optional)
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US$38 per night
Price US$115
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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3 Bed Double Private Room Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 double bed
US$132 for 3 nights
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5 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite
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  • 1 double bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
US$230 for 3 nights
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4 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
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  • 2 bunk beds
US$164 for 3 nights
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4 Bed Private Room Ensuite
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  • 2 bunk beds
US$197 for 3 nights
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  • 3 bunk beds
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  • 6 bunk beds
US$263 for 3 nights
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2 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 bunk bed
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Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$66 for 3 nights
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Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 bunk bed
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3 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 single bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 3
US$38 per night
Price US$115
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$13
  • Non-refundable
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3 Bed Double Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 double bed
Max adults: 3
US$44 per night
Price US$132
Excluded: 20 % VAT
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5 Bed Double Private Room Ensuite
  • 1 double bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
Max adults: 4
US$77 per night
Price US$230
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$13
  • Non-refundable
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4 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 2 bunk beds
Max adults: 4
US$55 per night
Price US$164
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$13
  • Non-refundable
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4 Bed Private Room Ensuite
  • 2 bunk beds
Private bathroom
Max adults: 4
US$66 per night
Price US$197
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$13
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5 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 1 single bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
Max adults: 5
US$66 per night
Price US$197
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6 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 3 bunk beds
161 feet²
Max adults: 6
US$77 per night
Price US$230
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6 Bed Private Room Ensuite
  • 6 bunk beds
Max adults: 6
US$88 per night
Price US$263
Excluded: 20 % VAT
  • Fabulous breakfast US$13
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2 Bed Private Room Shared Bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed
Max adults: 2
US$38 per night
Price US$115
Excluded: 20 % VAT
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Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$22 per night
Price US$66
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Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$22 per night
Price US$66
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Guests who stayed here loved

Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Superb location right on the waters edge - and an easy half hour walk into the centre of Ambleside. Parking (though they only have limited spaces) is free which is an added bonus. Rooms and facilities - no complaints for the money. Clean and warm.”
Roberts
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff friendly, breakfast good value and location good. If you get a room overlooking the lake, there is nowhere better to stay in the Lake District.”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable and vey clean and Warm. Staff welcoming. Meals excellent and reasonably priced. Shelf catering kitchen. Lovely walks on doorstep Location on lake second to none. Public transport 100yds away”
Troon
United States United States
“The location was perfect and staff are very friendly. And cleanliness was satisfactory.”
Sajan
Nepal Nepal
“The location was 10/10, lakeside view with Ambleside pier next door. Beautiful sunset views of the lake and perfect golden hour shots for photo”
Alexander
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent value for money, room was spacious and had more than enough facilities. The bar/restaurant was really good, food quality was excellent and pricing not too expensive.”
Anubha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location right on Lake Windermere is gorgeous and the hostel is well connected via bus and ferry. Walk into the town centre is a good 20-25 minutes though. Despite being a busy and full hostel, the bathrooms and showers were very clean. I did...”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly knowledgable staff . The room was excellent had an en-suite and walk in shower . Am 59 now so was surprised and was like luxury”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location- perfect . Friendly staff - the facilities are great for the outdoor person , close to the hills, close to amenities if Ambleside with a room fit for purpose , good cafe and bar , drying facilities . Great no frills accommodation at great...”
Dawn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Awesome view of lake, RM upgraded to ensuite. Staff friendly & informative. Very very reasonable price. Will join YHA”

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House rules

YHA Ambleside takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all international guests need to provide a passport at check-in.

Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more.

Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed.

Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with a matching name and address at check-in.

Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.

Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.

Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.