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Reviews of Derwentwater Independent Hostel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Barrow House, Borrowdale, Keswick, CA12 5UR, United Kingdom

Review Score

Based on 438 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    5.7

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  • Reviewed: October 22, 2023

    8.0
    I would love to stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The wifi was very poor and almost non existent

    It was very beautiful place and ideal for a hiker with great views and a well equipped kitchen and pleasant accommodating staff. The facilities were old but well maintained. Nice atmosphere

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2023

    10
    Camping pod sized adventure!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cardboard recycling bin was located outside, would be nice to have one in the kitchen.

    Location was amazing, couldn't have asked for better view of the lake. They don't mention enough that they have their own waterfall on site

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing location and views I found the bed a little tough, but the price and location and lake views.... Phenomenal value

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 3, 2023

    8.0
    Perfect for a one night stay in a superb location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location was perfect, i.e. very close to Derwentwater so there were lots of walks to do around there with beautiful scenery. The lady who worked on reception was friendly, helpful and efficient.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful location & comfy beds
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's a fair way out of Keswick although there is a bus stop so that's not a problem really. Booking.com check-in didn't quite work properly assigning me a female dorm but that was easily rectified on arrival.

    A lovely location at the side of Derwent Water. Everything you could need in a hostel. I only stayed for one night but I'm sure this would make a fantastic base for exploring the local fells. The dorm room was huge but not with loads of beds so it felt very spacious. The beds were much more comfortable than the YHA ones so the best sleep I've had at a hostel!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2023

    8.0
    Satisfied with the location
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    I like the location here especially the waterfalls which are just awesome , I like the view and staff are really good 😊

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2023

    8.0
    Great, cosy stay in a nice location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Brilliant location. Good breakfast which was definitely value for money. Lovely warm room. Great shower but could do with a support to hold onto getting in and out.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2023

    7.0
    Excellent inexpensive stop however noisy neigbours woke us up after being checked in around 9pm
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No wifi Staff said it doesn’t work with cloudy weather Heating didn’t work in room but we were given a portable radiator Table tennis balls all broken so couldn’t play Enjoyed a game of pool and cards though

    Stunning location and lovely big old mansion Plenty of space in shared kitchen

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Price still on the high side for a hostel, very damp in the bathroom due to lack of ventilation.

    Setting, en-suite.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing location and facilities, would recommend staying a few nights to explore the surrounding lakes.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2023

    7.0
    Nice and works
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No personal space by bunks to charge phones, water bottle, no shelf.

    The surroundings, staff and convenient bus stop to Keswick

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing Location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2023

    9.0
    Good value basic accomodation in a great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    For a hostel it was all I could ask for.

    Checkin was slick and the facilities were in good repair. Being peak season I expected it to be busy but in fact there was plenty of room. Having a waterfall out the back window was a bonus.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    10
    Relaxing and beautiful views, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Staff were friendly and accommodating

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is beautiful right by the lake. They have a really good kitchen with multiple ovens, jobs and microwaves.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2023

    8.0
    Amazing location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower facilities are small but it is a YH so expected.

    Glamping pods were comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2023

    7.0
    Lovely building and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For over £30 for a bunk bed i'd appreciate it if it was made up to be fair. Never paid so much for a hostel to then have to make my own bed after a Long days walking and feeling very tired.

    Location. Waterfall at the back Ease of checking in. Breakfast (additional fee). Bar service. Staff friendly and polite. Hot showers that work well!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2023

    7.0
    Hostel on the lake out of town
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is quite far from the town centre and if you miss the last bus it's a long walk through the forest to get back if you don't have a car. A noisy family was in the room next door, not sound proof at all. Tiny bunks for a huge room. Not enough PowerPoint's in the room per person. Wifi was terrible.

    Small but comfy bunk beds in the dorms, nice large room. Great view over the lake. Good kitchen facilities.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2023

    8.0
    Set in stunning scenery, this is a great place to stay on a budget.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely new bathroom which was very clean on arrival but got very wet after the first family use and was difficult to dry out. Light automatically goes off in shower once you leave sink area. Wave of the arm puts it back on but might upset a child.

    Excellent position near to the lakeside and had great views from the front. Waterfall within the grounds. Friendly staff, bar and breakfast provided all we needed.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2023

    10
    Amazing place to stay and have fun!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I loved how clean and properly maintained the property was! Everything had an amazing vibe from the room to things around the hostel! And the waterfall view is a must!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2023

    9.0
    Excellent value and good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful location with its own hydro-electric system! Loved it.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2023

    8.0
    it was good experience in nice place,hostel was in right place,its so close lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    worst thing,we dont have it wifi in our room

    amazing place

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2023

    9.0
    Great accommodation in the Lakes
    • Group
    • Camping Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We hired some of the clamping pods- not we would book them again due to lack of toilet facilities and cost.

    Well equipped great staff convenient location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2023

    9.0
    Excellent location for families wanting to walk and explore the Lakes.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great location, amazing access to the lake and the property grounds and waterful were stunning. Loads to do on a rainy day for the kids, great facilities and we enjoyed the cooked breakfast one morning. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in July 2023

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