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Reviews of YHA Ambleside 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!

Waterhead, Ambleside, LA22 0EU, United Kingdom

#8 of 10 hotels in Ambleside

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 1515 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    6.8

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  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    8.0
    Nice place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some of the toilet and shower don’t have a fan which caused some bad smell.

    Wake up with a stunning lake view

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    Excellent location but too few parking spaces

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom lights too bright in the morning and bed side lights too

    Good bar, great area, lovely rooms and facilities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 9, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom lights very light early in the morning and side lights on the bed too.

    Bar was nice, good parking, lovely room and facilities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    9.0
    Great facilities and location, with buses readily available for those without transport.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Not the most comfortable bunk bed, and the duvet was far too warm, even with the window open! No alternative was available, so I will take my own next time.

    Fantastic view from the room as well as the lake frontage. Facilities excellent, with the restaurant and bar an additional bonus.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    10
    Peace calming, fabulous views , refreshed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    basic but other than that great view

    view and location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Well, everything is good,

    The location and the facilities are nice, staffs are nice especially the young girl, sorry I didn't know her name. But she said she is new to the hostel. Something wrong with my payment so finally we sorted.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Aweome place for short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    8.0
    Mixed opinion this time...
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I never really have any complaints to make about this hostel, but reluctantly, I feel that I needed to on this occasion. Again, no food was being served from the restaurant, which ended my sausage and mash desire immediately. The room I was allocated looked like it hadn't been cleaned due to the amount of dust and dirt that was all over the skirting boards and wooden surfaces (it's OK though, I cleaned it myself).

    Being a regular visitor on the YHA network, it is always such a pleasure staying at the hostel in Ambleside. The location is perfect, and the staff are always both professional and friendly. Unfortunately, I have had to write comments in the negative section this time (which is something I never do), but it won't stop me from visiting again very soon. Thumbs up from me. 👍

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2024

    9.0
    Great location, shame about the parking
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Parking exceptionally poor

    location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    9.0
    a good needed break from the hectic city life.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing was the cost, but that’s coming from a 21 year old with little money so i’m sure the older tourists will have no problem with that haha.

    the atmosphere, the amount of people who were staying there and of course the location. the staff were super lovely too :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    10
    Always such a pleasure staying here…
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The kitchen was closed due to ‘staff shortages’ which I was unaware of until I checked in, so the sausage & mash that I’d been looking forward to whilst on the train will have to wait until my next visit.

    As always, another pleasurable stay at the YHA in Ambleside. It’s a shame that I could only stay for the one night this time, but the service, location, and the staff were as always, exceptional, and I’ll definitely be heading back up there again very soon.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    8.0
    Great location, good food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room could be slightly cleaner around the edges, but for the price, shouldn't complain.

    Homemade yoghurt at breakfast was so good.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    10
    Night in Ambleside
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Spectacular location , clean rooms and comfortable beds !

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay helped with the good weather.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were self catering and the kitchen was very chaotic at meal times. We ended up having evening meal very very late and breakfast very early to beat the rush.

    Location was fantastic, it was clean and good value for money off peak.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lack of breakfast choices

    Good location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    10
    Clean, cosy and amazing staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff are wonderful - so kind and helpful. My room was very clean and cosy. Breakfast was great - vegan options available and good value for money. I love staying here!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

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

    Nothing, I don't look for faults, yha makes everyone feel comfortable and welcome.

    Everything, it's perfect for our group of hikers

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower cubicle was very small.

    The location is fantastic for enjoying ambleside and waterhead.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    8.0
    Need to reduce the number of beds to two per room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Less privacy in the rooms

    Fantastic staff.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    10
    We had a great time and will be back very soon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff are lovely very friendly the food is always nice and great value for money.

    We love staying here. Always friendly, a lovely atmosphere and beautiful views.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the heating is not warm enough

    Great location, close to the bus stop, good view.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2024

    10
    Fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Five-Bed Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My recent one-night stay at the hostel was nothing short of fantastic. The cleanliness of the facilities was impeccable, setting the stage for a comfortable and enjoyable experience. However, what truly stood out was the absolutely amazing lady at the reception. Her warmth, friendliness, and attentiveness made me feel instantly welcomed and valued as a guest. Additionally, the hostel's lounge area was another highlight of my stay. It provided a cozy and inviting space to relax and unwind, adding an extra layer of comfort to my overnight retreat. Overall, I can't recommend this hostel enough. With its great cleanliness, welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional staff, it exceeded all my expectations. Whether you're staying for just one night or longer, you're sure to have a wonderful experience here.

    Stayed in January 2024

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