YHA Windermere - Hostel

Hostel with restaurant, near Lake Windermere

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Fri, Nov 14
Sun, Nov 16
November 2025
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December 2025
In the heart of Windermere, YHA Windermere - Hostel offers a tranquil retreat with a garden, outdoor furniture, and laundry facilities. Enjoy dinner at the on-site restaurant or relax in the communal kitchens with heating and free infant beds for families.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self parking

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Shared kitchen
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleeps 6, Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Shared kitchen
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Men only (Sleeps 6, Shared Bathroom)

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Shared kitchen
Room (2 Bed Private)
Room (2 Bed Private)
Room (2 Bed Private)

Room (2 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Shared kitchen
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (3 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Shared kitchen
Room (4 Bed Private)
Room (4 Bed Private)
Room (4 Bed Private)

Room (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
Shared kitchen
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Room (6 Bed Private)
Room (6 Bed Private)

Room (6 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
Shared kitchen
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (3 Bed Double Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Shared kitchen
Room (5 Bed Double Private)
Room (5 Bed Double Private)
Room (5 Bed Double Private)

Room (5 Bed Double Private)

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Shared kitchen
Tent
Tent
Tent

Tent

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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About the area

Map
Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, England, LA23 1LA

What's nearby

  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Bowness Pier - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 92 min drive
  • Windermere Station - 4 min drive
  • Staveley Station - 13 min drive
  • Kendal Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Homeground - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Baa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waterhead Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

YHA Windermere - Hostel

YHA Windermere - Hostel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Windermere. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7 AM - 10 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3 PM - 11 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International
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.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

YHA Windermere Hostel
YHA Hostel
YHA Windermere
YHA
YHA Windermere - Hostel Windermere
YHA Windermere - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at YHA Windermere - Hostel and nearby?

YHA Windermere - Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near YHA Windermere - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around YHA Windermere - Hostel like?

YHA Windermere - Hostel is located a short 12-minute walk from Townend.

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