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. YHA Borrowdale is a recommended stop on Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk. Bustling Keswick is about 7 miles away. On site you will find a cycle store and free parking. Indoor activities including a games room and TV lounge. Cumbrian ales and fresh meals are available, plus cosy log fires in winter. Whinlatter Forestry Centre is 10 miles away and offers a Go Ape course as well as walking and mountain-biking trails. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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1 bunk bed
2 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the stunning <b>location</b> and praised the <b>friendly staff</b>. The bar was a hit, offering a warm atmosphere. <b>Room comfort</b> received mixed reviews, with some finding them small. <b>Shower comfort</b> was less favourable, with reports of cold water. <b>Value for money</b> also had mixed feedback.
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Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of YHA Borrowdale
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
No internet access available.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Luggage storage
    • Meeting/banquet facilities

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access

    General

    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Emergency cord in bathroom
    • Lower bathroom sink
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    YHA Borrowdale takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    Check-out
    From 00:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardJCBMaestroSoloCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more.

    Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed.

    Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with a matching name and address at check-in.

    Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.

    Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.

    Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about YHA Borrowdale

    • Check-in at YHA Borrowdale is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • YHA Borrowdale is 700 yards from the centre of Rosthwaite. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, YHA Borrowdale is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at YHA Borrowdale may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • YHA Borrowdale has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Guests staying at YHA Borrowdale can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet
    • YHA Borrowdale offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Games room