Name: YHA Ilam Hall
Address: Ilam Hall, Ashbourne, Ashbourne, DE6 2AZ, United Kingdom, Ilam Hall, Ashbourne, DE6 2AZ, UK
Rating: 8.6

YHA Ilam Hall

–Excellent location – show map

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Garden
Private bathroom
Key card access
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Facilities for disabled guests

Set in a Gothic mansion, YHA Ilam Hall has 84 acres of beautiful parkland, a traditional restaurant and stylish lounge. The YHA is located in the Peak District, and offers views over Dovedale. The YHA Ilam Hall has dormitory rooms, most containing bunk beds, with shared bathroom facilities. The magnificent Victorian building also houses a sumptuous lounge with a TV and games area. The on-site restaurant serves traditional evening meals and light lunches. The cafe-bar offers light snacks and beverages, and there is also a kitchen for self-catering guests. YHA Ilam Hall Hostel is a National Trust property, and the River Manifold runs through the beautiful grounds. Alton Towers is a 15-minute drive away, and Chatsworth House is a 30-minute drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 1 bunk bed
Quadruple Room 2 bunk beds
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom 2 bunk beds
Dormitory Room (6 Adults) 6 bunk beds
Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults) 6 bunk beds
Family Room with Shared Bathroom 8 bunk beds
Double Room with Private Bathroom 1 full bed
Triple Room with Private Bathroom 1 full bed and 1 bunk bed
Family Room with Private Bathroom 1 full bed and 3 bunk beds
8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 8 bunk beds
Twin Room with Private Bathroom 2 twin beds

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Megan

United Kingdom

“Friendly helpful staff who went above and beyond; wonderful historic building with great communal areas with pool table, table tennis and lounge; good breakfast and decent affordable dinners available; fabulous location close to Dovedale. We had a...”

Emily

United States

“I’ve stayed at many YHA hostels but this was certainly the most grand hotel of buildings which was pretty cool. There was plenty of parking though you do have to pay, which was a first for me, unless you’re a National Trust member. Bunks were the...”

Colin

United Kingdom

“Beautiful property. Normal hostel beds. Nice that there was a bathroom attached to the room”

Kayleigh

United Kingdom

“Myself, sister, son and niece arrived late in the evening but didn't stop us going for an adventure with our phone torches. What a stunning building on stunning grounds. The gent in reception couldn't do enough to help us, he was brilliant. We...”

David

United Kingdom

“Beautiful property Excellent location Clean rooms staff were lovely”

Joanne

United Kingdom

“Having visited ILam when I was 10 years old it was wonderful to return to the happy memories I've held dear for many years ( I'm now 49 ) Met up with a dear friend and enjoyed a trip to Ashbourne followed by a relaxing evening sitting in the...”

Erika

United Kingdom

“Great location and surroundings. The hall itself is wonderful”

Louise

United Kingdom

“Beautiful view stunning location. Beautiful and peaceful church Such friendly and helpful staff”

Eibieibi

Germany

“Really cool old castle-like building. Surrounding is very quite and well prepared.”

Pradeep

United Kingdom

“Location, walks near by , rooms & cleanliness.”

Area info

Amenities of YHA Ilam Hall

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

House rules

YHA Ilam Hall takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Children & Beds

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.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

YHA Ilam Hall