Lakes Hostel, High Street, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1AF

Call Amanda Buitelaar on 01539 446374

Overview

Whether you’re visiting the heart of the Lake District alone or in a group, Lakes Hostel is your perfect base. There are 5 colourful, cosy and clean bedrooms that can cater for individuals, groups, couples and families. Book a private room, a bed in a shared room or hire the whole hostel. Some rooms have double beds and all have access to bathrooms with toilets and separate toilet facilities, no crossed legs in the corridor here! You are welcome to use the well-equipped modern kitchen, relax and make friends in the quirky lounge, kick off your muddy boots in the boot room and dry any soggy jackets in the drying area.

Just a 1-minute walk from Windermere train, bus and taxi station, you can count on a ‘reet Cumbrian’ welcome when you arrive! From the doorstep, you can take a boat trip on Windermere, enjoy a bracing hike up our majestic fells, adventure by bike through shaded woodlands or simply explore the independent shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants in the picturesque towns. Exploring more of the Lakes is as easy as pie, Windermere is a central transport hub and the starting point for the popular 555 bus route to Keswick.

This accommodation is featured on our map of the Lake District and here is its own website.

Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    19: 1x5 (1dbl,1sgl,1bunk), 2x4 (bunks), 2x3 (1dbl,1sgl,1bunk)

  • Open:

    All year. 24 hours with key code for front door.

  • Price per night:

    From £35 pp Sun-Thurs, £45 Fri-Sat. Min 2 nights at weekends. Please see our website for the prices of private room/ whole room bookings. And latest special offers.

  • Booking:

    Book online via our website to get the best prices. Bookings can be made on the day of arrival (subject to availability)

  • Directions:

    Turn left out of the station, walk to the information centre, the hostel is opposite, between Simpson and Parsons |Insurance and the Lamp Lighter Bar, 2 minutes' walk from station

  • Public Transport:

    Windermere train station is 2 minutes' walk. National Express coach stop 2 minutes' walk.

  • Walks:

    Long Distance Walkers AssociationLong Distance Walks Dales Way
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Facilities

aMixed dormitories
bSingle sex dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
dBedding provided
gFully heated
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
iDrying room
jShowers
pClothes washing facilities
sComputer with internet
[WiFi
tWithin 1 mile of NCN
4VisitEngland Quality Assured
ZDogs by arrangement
9Best Price Guarantee

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News & Offers from Lakes Hostel

Re-opening offer: Book the whole hostel from 12th April at extremely low rates.

March 9th 2021

Special Offer: From 12th April you can book sole occupancy of Lakes Hostel in Windermere at greatly reduced rates. Group size will be limited in line with the Government’s road map restrictions. Please see our website, our Facebook page or contact us for more details.

Phase 1: 12th April – 16th May :  Sole occupancy for one household only – no other options are available for booking.

Phase 2: 17th May – 20th June:  Sole occupancy for 2 Households or a group of 6 people from multiple households – no other options are available for booking.

For this period only (12th April – 20th June) we are offering the exclusive hire of our hostel at an extremely low rate please see our website or contact us for details.

Phase 3: 21st June onwards.  As long as the government restrictions are lifted we will be back to business as usual and our normal pricing tariff and availability will commence.  Please see our Facebook page for the most up to date information https://www.facebook.com/lakeshostel

Lakes Hostel
Special Offer

Searching for treasure in and around Ambleside

January 26th 2021

Scrambling through the caverns left by the Little Langdale quarry there’s perhaps more than meets the eye… Some things you could see while caching here

Without spoiling the fun of the search, you’ll come across some very interesting spots on your geocaching journey at Lake District Backpackers. While looking for the elusive treasure you’re sure to see the stunning scenery of the Lakes. A few hidden gems too. An excellent way to add a bit of excitement to your walks!

People on rocks
News

Lake District Backpackers getting a new look under new ownership.

December 9th 2020

This superbly located hostel, right at the heart if Windermere, has an enthusiastic new owner who is working hard in December and January to create a bright new decor to welcome you all back in 2021.

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