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title: "YHA Langdale, Ambleside: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "YHA Langdale in Ambleside: rated 8.0 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Hostel · ★★ · YHA England & Wales
# YHA Langdale

Elterwater, Ambleside, United Kingdom

8.0 ·  Very good 14 reviews ·  #25 #25 of 29 in Ambleside ·  4.6/5 on Google, 264 reviews ·  3.9 Location score
## About YHA Langdale

YHA Langdale is a hostel in Elterwater, Ambleside, United Kingdom. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 14 reviews. Facilities include spa, bar, gym, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 3.7 km from the centre of Ambleside. The nearest beach is 740 m away. The nearest airport, Teesside International Airport (MME), is 104 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 17:00

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

- **Rooms:** 10

- **Chain:** YHA England & Wales

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

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## How YHA Langdale scores

Better rated than 11% of hotels in Ambleside

-   Guest rating **8.0**
-   Location **3.9**
-   Facilities **5.8**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **4.5**
-   Beach access **7.8**

Ambleside average

## Rating on Google

4.6/5

264 Google reviews

-   5★65%
-   4★28%
-   3★4%
-   2★2%
-   1★1%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

SpaBarGymFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Spa
-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.9**/10

- **Walk grade:** **0**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **0**

- **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="">740 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">12 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="">104 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">233 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="">3.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Dove Cottage1.7 km
-   Wordsworth Grasmere1.8 km

## YHA Langdale: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at YHA Langdale. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hostel. Discovering Ambleside becomes even more accessible, thanks to the taxi amenities provided at the hostel. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hostel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service and luggage storage. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hostel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At YHA Langdale, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Elevate your experience at hostel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service, ensuring a more pleasant stay for you. Essential restroom facilities are equally significant, and at the hostel, some visitor bathrooms offer toiletries to enhance your experience. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at YHA Langdale. Begin your day feeling refreshed and invigorated as you enjoy a delightful cup of quality coffee available at the cafe situated within the hostel. At the hostel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hostel's bar. At YHA Langdale, visitors have the option to receive groceries directly in their accommodation, ensuring outstanding comfort and simplicity when it comes to meals. Do you excel in cooking? Prepare your personal dishes on-site at hostel's BBQ facilities and shared kitchen. During your stay at hostel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Conclude your holiday experience perfectly by visiting spa before you depart. Discover the fitness amenities at hostel to maintain your health and strength during your getaway.

### Compare

## Compare YHA Langdale with nearby hotels

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## Questions about YHA Langdale

### How do guests rate YHA Langdale?

YHA Langdale has a guest rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 14 reviews, which is better than 11% of rated hotels in Ambleside.

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

Check-in starts at 17:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does YHA Langdale include breakfast?

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

### Is there parking at YHA Langdale?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is YHA Langdale from the airport?

The nearest airport, Teesside International Airport (MME), is 104 km away in a straight line.

### Is YHA Langdale close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 740 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does YHA Langdale have?

YHA Langdale has 10 rooms.

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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