Elterwater Hostel
Friendly hostel accommodation on the Cumbria Way in the Langdale Valley with catering and self catering facilities.
Elterwater Hostel, Elterwater, Ambleside LA22 9HX
Call Nick Owen on 01539 437245
Overview
Elterwater Hostel is located in the peaceful village of Elterwater, in the Langdale valley, 15 minutes drive from Ambleside. The area has many walks for people of all abilities, from gentle riverside meanders to the challenge presented by the Langdale Pikes, Bowfell and Scafell. Pubs, shops and other amenities are available nearby. The area is also a favourite for both on and off-road cycling, rock climbing and many other outdoor activities. An established overnight stop on the Cumbria way. The hostel is also ideal for individuals, families, outdoor groups, schools and college trips.This accommodation is featured on our map of the Lake District and here is its own website.
Details
Beds & Rooms:
38 : 6x2, 1x4, 1x4 ensuite, 3x6Open:
All year (Nov-Feb groups only). Access 7.30am-11.30pm. Reception open 7.30-10am and 5-10.30pm.Price per night:
£20-£29 pp, check website for special offers.Call for sole use.Booking:
Booking advisable all year round, via website or phone.Directions:
From Ambleside take the A593. After 2 miles, turn right onto the B5343. After a further 2 miles go over cattle grid, then next left. Go through the village over the bridge and turn left and then the hostel is on the right.Public Transport:
From Ambleside: Stagecoach-in-Cumbria route 516 toward Dungeon Ghyll.Walks:
Long Distance Walks
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Breakfast available
En-suite
Near mountains
Near pubs The Lake District
Winter Breaks in the Lake District
We’re Good to Go
Mountains in the UK
Accommodation for Cyclists
Available May Day Bank Holiday 2021
Available Spring Bank Holiday or Whitson Half Term 2021
Cumbria Way
Private Rooms
Eco Hostels
Available to Individuals
Mountain Bike Coast to Coast
Available August Bank Holiday 2021
Available Autumn Half Term 2020
School Groups
IHUK Signage
Facilities
Map
Latest Blog about Elterwater Hostel
Reflections on our stay at Elterwater Hostel
March 25th 2020
The hostelling 50+ group travelled up to the Lake District and stayed 2 nights at Elterwater Hostel in the Langdale Valley. Here are our reflections: what we thought and what we did.
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News & Offers from Elterwater Hostel
You can still visit The Lakes and stay at Elterwater Hostel in Winter 2020
December 2nd 2020
The hostel is open for individual bookings for weekends in January and February. Staying closed for December other than Christmas. Very much looking forward to welcoming everbody back for all dates in spring.
The hostel is a slightly different experience, with a maximum of 16 guests (compared with our full capacity of 38), private showers and no self-catering. But it should still be great fun, with cooked breakfast included and dinner available in accordance with new guidelines. And, most importantly, still a great opportunity for rest and escape, with access to the wonderful Great Langdale valley and all that the Lake District has to offer.
Read Elterwater Hostels latest blog all about Coronavirus and the Future of Hosteling
Elterwater Hostel now open and “Good to Go”
July 12th 2020
The hostel is open for Autumn 2020 and beyond. It is a slightly different experience, with a maximum of 16 guests (compared with our full capacity of 38), private showers and no self-catering. But it should still be great fun, with cooked breakfast included and dinner available in accordance with new guidelines. And, most importantly, still a great opportunity for rest and escape, with access to the wonderful Great Langdale valley and all that the Lake District has to offer.
Read Elterwater Hostels latest blog all about Coronavirus and the Future of Hosteling
Elterwater hostel is a Gold Green Tourism Eco Hostel
August 23rd 2019
Elterwater is one of the Lake District’s gems, A cluster of houses, an Independent Hostel and a pub in the Langdale Valley. The hostel provides a warm welcome for individuals and groups.
Elterwater is one of the Lake District’s true gems: a cluster of houses, an Independent Hostel and a pub lying in the Langdale Valley, just half a mile from Elterwater lake . As well as its quaintness, the village is ideally placed for exploring some of the Central Lakes’ most appealing fells. From here, you can head off to Stickle Tarn and the wonderful Langdale Pikes with views over the Langdale Valley.
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