A wet street in a town with shops like 'The Walnut Fish & Chips' and 'Fino'.

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Our top choices for Ambleside hostels

A waterfront hotel with multiple stories, a dock with a boat, and a pier with a sign.

1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay "
United Kingdom
Arun
The price is ฿1,394
฿1,674 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
A stone building with a sign reading "Great Langdale Bunhouse."

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 ฿1,772
฿2,126 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
A large, historic stone house with multiple chimneys, surrounded by autumn foliage and a mountainous backdrop.

3. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"Great value for the money. Bunk Bed was too firm."
United Kingdom
Jun Kyeoung
The price is ฿1,206
฿1,447 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
A coastal town with traditional white buildings, a river, and hills in the background.

4. YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (88 reviews)
"Did exactly what it needed to do. Free parking for the van within walking distance. Lovely food and great staff."
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is ฿1,659
฿1,990 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
YHA Keswick - Hostel
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Top Ambleside Hotel Reviews

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

10/10 Excellent
"This stay was for our Honeymoon. We were greeted by lovely staff very helpful with getting the app that helps give us free drinks and other perks. The room was lovely spacious with a lovely fire that kept things cosy and romantic. The facilities in the room were fabulous love the team and coffee with all the biscuits and hot chocolate was delicious bed was huge and comfy. Breakfast we really enjoyed there was help yourself elements toast tea an coffee cereals yoghurt and pastries then you could order cooked food love this better then luke warm buffet breakfast that you get at many places. Food in the evenings was also delicious had some fabulous food service was great to friendly staff so helpful and informative too thank you for helping make our Honeymoon so special to us both."
Emma 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Find out more about Ambleside

Ambleside Hostels information

Number of reviews
72
Accommodation
5 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,447
Highest Price
฿2,126

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 exploring. You can enjoy activities like hiking trails, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Ambleside?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests 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 Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. YHA Langdale - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi 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 Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with towels.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Ambleside?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Ambleside, one of Expedia's 5 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ambleside?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Ambleside is 1552 mm.
What is there to see and do in Ambleside?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these things around Ambleside. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Windermere, Tarn Hows and Grizedale Forest. Cultural attractions include Wordsworth Museum, Hawkshead Grammar School and Armitt Museum and Library. Visit landmarks such as 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 centre.