My family, husband, daughter 14 and son 11 recently stayed at the Youth Hostel in Windermere. It was wonderful. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location while a distance from town, was in the beautiful Troutbeck area. We enjoyed a great walk along some historic farm houses. The room was clean and the room set up of a... More

we stayed here with young children and were very pleased. The room was immaculate, the beds were comfortable, and we had an amazing view. The hostel was fully booked but it did not seem crowded and was surprisingly quiet. We had some issues with the wi fi which was unfortunate, but it was the internet provider not YHA. Overall I... More

I stayed here for 6 nights in the first week of May and thoroughly enjoyed it. All facilities were very clean and well up to standard. The elevated location gives excellent views over the lake. The friendly service of the whole staff was much appreciated by me and the other guests and contributed highly to the great, relaxed atmosphere. Special... More

A really well-run hostel in an attractive building. Good parking and a nice restaurant and bar are available. Friendly staff too. What more could you want? More

Our family stayed just before Easter. On arrival the welcome was courteous. The accommodation was clean throughout, with modern and well maintained decor. The views over the lake from the dining room and terrace were great and we were especially lucky as we enjoyed fantastic weather a day after snow fall on the high fells. There were plenty of books... More

This was our second stay at this hostel having been last Easter. We travelled with two other families each staying in family rooms. The hostel is very clean, warm with plenty of good showers and toilets near each room. The staff bend over backwards to help in any way possible from phoning to book a restaurant to helping plan walks.... More

First class hostel. Spotless with very helpful staff, views of Lake Windermere from the dinning room. Restaurant quality food served. Good local footpath network for grand walks. More

This was our first experience as a family of a youth hostel and what a great family venue. From the warm welcome when we arrived to the willingness to help dig the car out of 6 inches of snow when we left, we couldn't have asked for any more. The grounds were a bonus with a fun orienteering trail and... More

Wonderful hostel. Great for families and young people travelling. Recently refurbished. Very clean and tidy a real home feel. Very comfortable bed. Wonderful views from the dinning room especially in the morning. and meals are cheap and filling. Greatest part about our stay was the helpful staff. more than willing to help you with your local enquiries. We stayed for... More