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YHA Helvellyn, hotel in Thirlmere

Situated in the Cumbrian countryside, conveniently located to visit the Lake District, YHA Helvellyn has on-site free parking and a bar.

Location to the hill and start of the track. Friendly staff
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
458 reviews
Price from
£50
1 night, 2 adults
Denton House Hostel, hotel in Thirlmere

Located in the market town of Keswick in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Denton House Hostel is just a 5-minute stroll from Keswick Leisure Centre.

Location, cleanliness, facilities and quiet.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
844 reviews
Price from
£90
1 night, 2 adults
The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse, hotel in Thirlmere

Situated in Threlkeld, 12 km from Derwentwater, The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Great pub food. Warm rooms with mountsin view Good self catering kitchen area to cook and sit and eat in.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
796 reviews
Price from
£36
1 night, 2 adults
YHA Buttermere, hotel in Thirlmere

This Lakeland slate house is 0.5 miles above Buttermere village, and ideal for the famous Haystacks walk. YHA Buttermere has a bar/restaurant with views of the Red Pike and High Stile mountains.

It was relatively cheap
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
311 reviews
Price from
£75
1 night, 2 adults
Lakes Boutique Hostel Apartment Windermere, hotel in Thirlmere

Set in Windermere and with World of Beatrix Potter reachable within 2 km, Lakes Boutique Hostel Apartment Windermere offers express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and...

The apartment was fantastic for everything we needed - location was brilliant right in the centre of Windermere, quirky and spacious communal area and everywhere was clean and tidy. Beds were so comfy too. The host was also very helpful, friendly and responsive - we will definitely stay again thank you Lakes Boutique!
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
8 reviews
Price from
£245
1 night, 2 adults
Fisher-gill Camping Barn, hotel in Thirlmere

Located in Thirlmere, Fisher-gill Camping Barn offers free onsite parking and a terrace.

The room was clean and tidy and the kitchen was very handy to use
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
169 reviews
YHA Keswick, hotel in Thirlmere

Surrounded by lovely greenery in the heart of vibrant Keswick centre, YHA Keswick is just a 10-minute walk from Lake Derwentwater. It features a restaurant and self-catering kitchen.

The price
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
673 reviews
YHA Borrowdale, hotel in Thirlmere

Set by a river, this Lakeland YHA in Borrowdale Valley has fine mountain views and an informal atmosphere. Enjoy family-friendly walks, laundry facilities and hot meals.

The location was ideal for our purposes of walking the Borrowdale Corridor Route to Scafell Pike. The communal areas were large, comfy and the bar was well stocked! Bed linen was excellent as were the quilts!
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
488 reviews
Elterwater Hostel, hotel in Thirlmere

In the Lake District village of Elterwater, the independent Elterwater Hostel offers dormitories and private rooms, with a communal lounge and dining area.

I really felt welcomed. The hostel is cozy and the atmosphere friendly and inspirational. And the English breakfast was prepared with so much care.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
168 reviews
YHA Ambleside, hotel in Thirlmere

The YHA Ambleside sits on the shores of Lake Windermere in the Lake District. It offers a range of budget accommodation and a café serving local food.

The location is great with beautiful lake views.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
1,606 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Thirlmere

  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 169 reviews
    Great location for helvellyn and the lakes, bus stop right outside that can get you to most places if you don’t have a car
    Loren
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £90
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,669 reviews
    Great location for hiking trails nearby
    Chris
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,669 reviews
    Great location. Very clean. Staff friendly. Lovely breakfast. Would not hesitate to stay here again
    Jane
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,104 reviews
    Beautifully restored Inn. Loved the attention to detail. We had an excellent dinner at the restaurant and the breakfast was great as well. We also enjoyed the opportunity to have couple of pints of Guinness in the beer garden after a long day of hiking.
    Kathleen
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,104 reviews
    Great location, comfortable bedrooms and nice food and drink.
    Bernardo
    People with friends
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,104 reviews
    Great location
    richard
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 169 reviews
    Simple online booking process and warm welcome from Jean. Facilities were basic but not surprising for a Barn Hostel. Location was perfect too
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £90
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,669 reviews
    Very clean and well maintained, great location with ample parking space, amazing views
    Ridani
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,669 reviews
    The room was very clean considering this is a pet friendly hotel. The cafe was convenient, good for drinks after a long hike. The Guinness cake was amazing ! Staff were lovely and very helpful, especially Anna. Great location, although you need a vehicle to access the nearby towns.
    Emily
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,669 reviews
    Great location between Keswick and Windermere. There’s plenty of parking and the staff member I met was welcoming, friendly and helpful. I only stayed one night on a work trip, the lodge provided a warm and comfortable stopover. I didn’t book breakfast as I’m happy with a cup of tea first thing. Best thing was the big lovely white towels! My room was cheap and only had a velux window so no view unless you stood on the bed.
    Lesley
    Solo traveller