Set within the beautiful Lakeland village of Grasmere, this Victorian mansion features fabulous views of the surrounding fells and valleys. Guests can enjoy the restaurant and relaxing TV lounge. Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, is just 15 minutes’ walk away from YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe. The shores of Grasmere Lake are just 15 minutes away on foot and the surrounding fells contain numerous scenic walking trails. Grasmere village is just a 10-minute walk away. Home-cooked meals are available in YHA Grasmere’s restaurant, while guests can also cook within the self-catering kitchen and make use of the dining room. There is also a cafe on-site and a small shop for guests. The majority of rooms at YHA Grasmere’s contain bunk beds. Guests are able to relax in spacious, lovely grounds, while there is also a games room and Wi-Fi access.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
7.5
High score for Grasmere

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Clean facilities and very helpful staff
  • Scott
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was excellent, lots of great walks right on your doorstep and close to all the pubs and cafés in Grasmere. Staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms, bedding, toilets and communal areas all very clean and well kept. , Didn't eat at the...
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious and clean. Nice facilities. Friendly and helpful staff
  • Sharon
    Canada Canada
    Friendly, welcoming staff in an excellent location in walking distance to town center. Nice shared spaces and, bonus, laundry facilities and a drying room.
  • Jessika
    United States United States
    Honestly my kids were most nervous about staying in a hostel, but we had the most fun from our entire stay (road-tripping throughout the UK). The kitchen was a relief—getting dinner after a long day, or options for full breakfast the next morning...
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning location - great food - reasonable prices - room comfy and clean - Thanks 😊
  • Colin
    Australia Australia
    ROOM BED DINING AREA all suited just right ..especially The drying facilities when I arrived saturated
  • Rdeen
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Beautiful location, conveniently close to downtown Grasmere. Friendly staff.
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, good facilities, friendly staff. All in all, a lovely stay, was only for one night but would have been happy to stay longer.
  • Hollie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good value for money and in a great location, staff were all friendly and helpful and the breakfast was lovely, i will be staying here again soon 😊

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

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

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Laundry
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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

    The fine print
    Must-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 Hosteling 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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe

    • YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Guests staying at YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet
    • Check-in at YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
    • The prices at YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe is 650 feet from the center of Grasmere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.