About this property

Set in a stunning Regency mansion overlooking Esthwaite Water, YHA Hawkshead stands within beautiful grounds just a mile from Hawkshead village. It offers a restaurant, a games room, and a shop for guests. The Beatrix Potter Gallery is located in nearby Hawkshead, and Lake Windermere is only a 10-minute drive from YHA Hawkshead. The lush greenery of Grizedale Forest is just outside the hostel, home to excellent mountain biking trails and a Go Ape! treetop adventure course. Guests can relax in the TV lounge and common room, or enjoy a game of pool in the games room. There is also a library in the hostel, and the beautiful grounds provide plenty of space for relaxation. Cycle storage is provided, along with free parking. Guests can make use of a washing machine and laundry facilities, as well as a drying room for clothes. As well as a restaurant, this YHA features a self-catering kitchen, as well as a dining room where guests can enjoy meals prepared in the kitchen. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
3 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
2 futon beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
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3 futon beds
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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3 bunk beds
1 full bed
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3 bunk beds
8 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kanungo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was great and the facilities in the pod were great. We had access to common toilets and showers which were in decent shape. Also there was ample parking nearby. We had a dinner in the evening of check in as well as breakfast the day...
  • Erin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hut very cute, basic but everything you need, comfy enough bed and pillow. BYO towel. Showers clean enough, really happy with the buildings available.
  • Karina
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We stayed in a room (private, but with toilet and bathroom shared). It was wonderful value for money, having also a shared and we'll equipped kitchen for self-use and a dining room. Will definitely recommend. Shared facilities are quite clean.
  • Sohail
    Pakistan Pakistan
    This is our second time at YHA Hawkshead. It is a beautiful place and alot to offer in surroundings. Esthwaite lake views while walking down the hostel away from hawkshead village are amazing. Far sawrey area is so beautiful. We love the place and...
  • Betsy
    United States United States
    We had a lovely and relaxing stay here. We hadn’t been to the Lake District before and prices were outrageous to book last minute so we chose YHA Hawkshead as it was reasonable, not knowing what to expect. Our room fit our family of four, had an...
  • Alexandra
    Israel Israel
    A very nice hostel, worth its price. The staff is welcoming, the room was clean
  • William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was great. Clean and tidy. There was the most charming lady called Rebecca. So amazing and friendly and outstanding customer care. Alfie is also such a warm welcoming Scouser with a great character. There was another lady who had brown...
  • Bryony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly Camping pod was warm, dry, and comfortable
  • Jhessa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff are very accommodating and helpful. They are always smiling and willing to help
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I had to rent a deluxe tent due to the main rooms getting booked out to a school group. The tent itself was pleasant enough and spacious. I didn't need to use the fire as the weather was nice during the day. The common rooms were comfortable and...

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 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.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hosteling International as part of this booking.

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 matching name and address at check-in.

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.

FAQs about YHA Hawkshead