- Garden
- Free Wifi
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Facilities for disabled guests
The YHA Ambleside sits on the shores of Lake Windermere in the Lake District. It offers a range of budget accommodations and a café serving local food. After being refurbished, the property now features 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. This car park is controlled by an ANPR parking system. Upon arrival, you will need to validate your presence by entering your car's registration number at reception. Charges apply though overnight guests benefit from a discounted rate of £5 per vehicle for 24 hours. To claim these rates, please notify reception once you've parked. If this is full, there is limited on-street parking in front of the pier and on Lake Road (three-minute walk). There is also a pay and display car park two minutes' walk from the hostel on Borrans Road.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
Availability
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1 bunk bed | ||
1 twin bed and 2 bunk beds | ||
2 bunk beds | ||
1 twin bed and 2 bunk beds | ||
3 bunk beds | ||
1 twin bed | ||
2 bunk beds | ||
6 bunk beds | ||
1 full bed and 2 bunk beds | ||
1 twin bed and 1 full bed | ||
1 full bed and 3 bunk beds |
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Amenities of YHA Ambleside
Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine print
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 Hosteling 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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.