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. Accommodation is in dormitory rooms, or private rooms with a shared bathroom. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds. A laundry facility and a lounge area are all on site. For making your own meals, YHA Buttermere also has a self-catering kitchen. Local ales and wines are served in the bar/restaurant. Walks of all levels start from Buttermere village, which is in a quieter area of the Lake District. Red squirrels and woodpeckers can often be spotted in the grounds. You can park for free, and store bicycles on site. There is also a drying room for wet clothes.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
3 bunk beds
8 bunk beds
2 double beds
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the stunning <b>location</b> and beautiful views at YHA Buttermere. The friendly and <b>helpful staff</b> were frequently praised. <b>Breakfast</b> was well-received, and the rooms were noted for their comfort. However, some guests mentioned limited Wi-Fi access. Overall, a peaceful retreat for nature lovers.
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Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.0
High score for Buttermere

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of YHA Buttermere
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Packed lunches
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages spoken

    • English

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

    Check-in
    From 17:00 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 discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.

    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 matching name and address at check-in.

    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 Buttermere

    • Guests staying at YHA Buttermere can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
    • YHA Buttermere has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • YHA Buttermere is 350 yards from the centre of Buttermere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

    • YHA Buttermere offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
    • Check-in at YHA Buttermere is from 17:00, and check-out is until 10:00.