• View
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking on site

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 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
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3 futon beds
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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3 bunk beds
1 full bed
and
3 bunk beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
6.7
Low score for Hawkshead
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Agnieszka
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything to be honest Great place and location Great ppl Had a blast
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location and friendly staff. All one in all, as a hostel, this is a decent place to stay.
  • Fiona
    Australia Australia
    Love staying inside such a grand old building. The room was clean and spacious with its own sink for washing hands and brushing teeth. The kitchens were very well equipped, clean and tidy. The price is fantastic, especially when travelling with a...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

Amenities of YHA Hawkshead
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Packed lunches
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Key access
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    YHA Hawkshead takes special requests – add in the next step!

    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 accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    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.

    Maestro Visa JCB Cash YHA Hawkshead accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    YHA cannot accept bookings for 16 people or more. Any such bookings will be canceled by YHA.

    The maximum length of stay is 14 consecutive nights. Following any stay of 14 nights, guests may not stay in any YHA accommodations for at least seven nights.

    The ID must match the name and address on the booking. Where a booking is for more than one person, the named person on the booking will need to provide proof of identify that matches the name and address on the booking. ID will also be requested from all other adult guests. These IDs must match the name they sign in with 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 room rate. Guests can hire them at the property or bring their own.

    Please contact YHA directly for more information about accessible facilities.

    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

    • YHA Hawkshead offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Game room

    • YHA Hawkshead has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • YHA Hawkshead is 0.9 miles from the center of Hawkshead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at YHA Hawkshead is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at YHA Hawkshead can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish

    • The prices at YHA Hawkshead may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.