Set in a stunning Regency mansion overlooking Esthwaite Water, YHA Hawkshead stands within beautiful grounds just a mile from Hawkshead village. It offers a restaurant, a games room, and a shop for guests. The Beatrix Potter Gallery is located in nearby Hawkshead, and Lake Windermere is only a 10-minute drive from YHA Hawkshead. The lush greenery of Grizedale Forest is just outside the hostel, home to excellent mountain biking trails and a Go Ape! treetop adventure course. Guests can relax in the TV lounge and common room, or enjoy a game of pool in the games room. There is also a library in the hostel, and the beautiful grounds provide plenty of space for relaxation. Cycle storage is provided, along with free parking. Guests can make use of a washing machine and laundry facilities, as well as a drying room for clothes. As well as a restaurant, this YHA features a self-catering kitchen, as well as a dining room where guests can enjoy meals prepared in the kitchen. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Youth Hostels Association
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
3 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
6 bunk beds
2 futon beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
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3 futon beds
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
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3 bunk beds
1 double bed
and
3 bunk beds
8 bunk beds
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the stunning <b>location</b> and <b>friendly staff</b> at YHA Hawkshead. The <b>kitchen</b> <b>facilities</b> were praised for their quality, while <b>room cleanliness</b> was appreciated. <b>Value for money</b> was noted positively. However, guests had mixed feelings about <b>room comfort</b> and shower <b>facilities</b>.
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Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
5.4
Low score for Hawkshead

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

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

Facilities of YHA Hawkshead
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

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

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Billiards
  • Games room

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

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

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

    Services

    • Pet bowls
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Packed lunches
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Key access

    General

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

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    YHA Hawkshead 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
    VisaJCBMaestroCash

    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 Hawkshead

    • Guests staying at YHA Hawkshead can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
    • YHA Hawkshead is 0.9 miles from the centre of Hawkshead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • YHA Hawkshead has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • The prices at YHA Hawkshead may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Games room