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Hostel · ★★★★ · YHA England & Wales
# YHA Ambleside Hostel

Brathay, Ambleside, United Kingdom

8.9 ·  Excellent 315 reviews ·  #17 #17 of 29 in Ambleside ·  3.6 Location score
## About YHA Ambleside Hostel

YHA Ambleside Hostel is a hostel in Brathay, Ambleside, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 across 315 reviews. Facilities include bar, free wi-fi. It is 1.3 km from the centre of Ambleside. The nearest beach is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport, Teesside International Airport (MME), is 100 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 51

- **Floors:** 4

- **Chain:** YHA England & Wales

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 5

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## How YHA Ambleside Hostel scores

Better rated than 42% of hotels in Ambleside

-   Guest rating **8.9**
-   Location **3.6**
-   Beach access **6.2**

Ambleside average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen

### Accessibility

-   Wheelchair accessible

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **31**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **8**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">19 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Teesside International Airport (MME)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">100 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">225 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Ambleside</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Borrans Field1.0 km
-   National Park Print Shop1.4 km
-   The Armitt Digital Trail1.7 km

## YHA Ambleside Hostel: in detail

YHA Ambleside Hostel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hostel. Taxi offerings at the hostel enhance the ease of discovering Ambleside. Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hostel. The accommodating team at the reception will aid you with amenities such as luggage storage. Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hostel's tours. Room amenities feature daily housekeeping, allowing you to unwind and make the most of your visit. The hostel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at YHA Ambleside Hostel is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In select rooms of the hostel, guests can enjoy the advantage of having linen service available for their convenience. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Experience the delight of a fresh morning by savoring excellent coffee at the cafe situated within hostel. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hostel are always available for your satisfaction. Experience an unforgettable evening with your fellow travelers just a short distance away, at hostel's bar. Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from hostel's self-service vending machines whenever you please. Should you be particularly discerning in your dining choices, you will surely appreciate having access to the on-site shared kitchen provided at this location.

### Compare

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## Questions about YHA Ambleside Hostel

### How do guests rate YHA Ambleside Hostel?

YHA Ambleside Hostel has a guest rating of 8.9 out of 10 from 315 reviews, which is better than 42% of rated hotels in Ambleside.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Ambleside Hostel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does YHA Ambleside Hostel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at YHA Ambleside Hostel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is YHA Ambleside Hostel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Teesside International Airport (MME), is 100 km away in a straight line.

### Is YHA Ambleside Hostel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.2 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does YHA Ambleside Hostel have?

YHA Ambleside Hostel has 51 rooms on 4 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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