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The 10 Best Hostels in Grasmere, UK

Some of the best backpacker spots in Grasmere

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Set within the beautiful Lakeland village of Grasmere, this Victorian mansion features fabulous views of the surrounding fells and valleys. Guests can enjoy the restaurant and relaxing TV lounge.

The majority of rooms at YHA Grasmere’s contain bunk beds. Guests are able to relax in spacious, lovely grounds, whilst there is also a games room and Wi-Fi access.

Very comfortable and clean rooms, good amenities, pretty location. Recommend for both friends and families.

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8.3
Very good
508 reviews

Set in a grand Victorian mansion, YHA Langdale is a National Trust property with leafy grounds, cosy log fires and a restaurant. The Lake District hostel is situated between Elterwater and Grasmere.

The bright and airy rooms feature modern bunk beds, and some have a private bathroom. The YHA also features a TV lounge and games room, and the balcony terrace has scenic views of Windermere.

Beautiful property - great value.

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8.6
Fabulous
201 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

In the Lake District village of Elterwater, the independent Elterwater Hostel offers dormitories and private rooms, with a communal lounge and dining area. Nestled in Langdale Valley, this hostel also boasts free WiFi, home-cooked food, cycle storage and is also just 2 minutes’ walk from the local pub.

It was an amazing stay. Charlie the caretaker was a very nice lady. The rooms were super clean. The dorms were beautiful. The bathrooms were super clean and tidy as well. You can also cook your own meal in the self catering kitchen.

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9.3
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£24.20
per night

Some bedrooms have views across both the lake and the Langdale Pikes. This hostel offers private rooms with en-suite or allocated shared bathrooms..

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 staff were caring and helpful in an agreeable and sincere manner. The location is magnificent, situated at the forefront of Lake Windermere. I had a beautiful view of the lake from my dorm room window. The Waterhead Bus Stop is just a 3-minute walk away. Despite not being located on the main high street in Ambleside, this distance adds to its tranquility."

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8.5
Very good
1,650 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

The majority of rooms contain bunk beds, whilst there is a TV lounge with comfortable sofas, local sightseeing guides. Wi-Fi access is available in public areas of the property, and guests have use of laundry and drying facilities at the YHA hostel.

Staffs were very friendly and facilities were clean.

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8.4
Very good
402 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Grasmere

  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    Great location, free parking, well equipped kitchen *if a bit small for the amount of rooms* Staff super friendly. Would stay again but only short stays because you don't really sleep in a hostel. Met some strangers and still had a ball.
    User 1212
    Solo traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    Great location lovely setting. Great weekend. The only thing was the beds were not very comfortable I’m sure I paid £220 for 2 nights I just expected the beds/mattresses to be a bit more comfortable that’s all just being honest but I suppose it’s a hostel and not a 5 star hotel. 👍
    Alexander
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    Great location for walks and wildlife. The whole hostel including rooms and facilities were lovely and clean and the staff were all really nice and accommodating
    Kayleigh
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    Lovely hostel in a great location
    Rosalie
    Solo traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    Excellent hostel. Everything was extremely clean, common spaces (2 self-catering kitchens, lounge) were great. Plenty of shared toilets/showers. Beds and pillows are very comfortable. It was very quiet during my stay. The staff were very friendly and gave good tips for hiking paths. Great location. I cannot recommend it enough.
    Joana
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 348 reviews
    A very comfortable and welcoming place with friendly and open colleagues. Great to be able to stay somewhere with the dogs as well and to feel it was no trouble for the hotel. Also the same for my 12 year old- often with dogs and children always one of them will feel a problem when staying in a hotel which is why we usually self cater or youth hostel.
    Raine
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    First time staying in a hostel with our 3 children. We had our own room which was very spacious, clean, warm and quiet. Kids thought it was great we were all in bunk beds. A bonus was to find we could order dinner on our first night which was very convenient after traveling all day. great value for money and a short walk into the village. I would absolutely stay in a YHA hostel again.
    Samantha
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    Mid-week the hostel was quiet but met our needs very well. Great location.
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    Linda
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    Beautiful hostel! Great facilities, great location.
    Kathleen
    People with friends
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 508 reviews
    The staff were extremely helpful br friendly, and the food was great. The youth hostel was in a brilliant location close to the centre of Grasmere. Great value for money. Would stay again.
    Jill
    Family with young children