YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

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8.8
/10
Very Good
53 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

lynsey

10.0
/ 10
Iust such a perfect settling. Accommodation is very basic, but wow! Gorgeous setting, lovely staff, completely hassle free. I only initially booked for one night , finished up staying for 3, and will be back!

I A

10.0
/ 10
YHA set in a stunning location, basic accomodation with easy access to the Lake District set in stunning scenery. Good food, friendly staff and excellent value for money.

Graham

10.0
/ 10
Very comfy beds and great shower facilities. Breakfast bap and coffee was lovely
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Greenside, Glenridding, Eden, Patterdale, Cumbria, England, CA11 0QR

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YHA Helvellyn - Hostel is a hostel is located at Patterdale.
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YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Address: Map & Location

Greenside, Glenridding, Eden, Patterdale, Cumbria, England, CA11 0QR
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General


Near Glenridding Sailing Centre

Location


With a stay at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel in Penrith, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Ullswater and Glenridding Sailing Centre. This hostel is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Lake Windermere and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Place Fell.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Glenridding Sailing Centre - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Ullswater - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Hellvellyn - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Place Fell - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
St. Sunday Crag - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Brotherswater - 6.5 km / 4.1 mi
Aira Force - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Gowbarrow Fall - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Rookin House Activity Centre - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Wansfell Pike - 16.2 km / 10.1 mi
White Platts Recreation Ground - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi
Ambleside Climbing Wall - 16.6 km / 10.3 mi
Rothay Park - 16.7 km / 10.4 mi
Stock Ghyll Force - 16.9 km / 10.5 mi
Armitt Museum and Library - 17.3 km / 10.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Carlisle (CAX) - 68.3 km / 42.5 mi
Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 125.1 km / 77.7 mi

The preferred airport for YHA Helvellyn - Hostel is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL).

Facilities


Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area. Additional features at this hostel include barbecue grills and bike storage.

Business Facilities


The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining


At YHA Helvellyn - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

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Exterior

Things to Do

  • Barbecue
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Transportation

  • Bus/truck parking
  • Bicycle storage

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

General

  • Parking

Accessibilty

  • Accessibility equipment

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area

Accommodation Policy & General Information in YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
17:00 - 22:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.
, The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in. The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

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General Information

Popular Facilities
Parking, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 17:00 - 22:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
18
Another facilities in YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
Barbecue, Picnic area, Garden, Bus/truck parking, Bicycle storage

Frequently asked question in YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

What are available facilities at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?
There are top facilites at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel such as Parking, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What Time is Check In & Check Out at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?
Check-in time at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel is staring from 17:00 - 22:00 while the latest check-out time is at before Before 10:00. If you need a hotel early check-in or late check-out, you can submit a special request during your booking. Important: Special requests for flexible check-in or check-out times are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If having an early check-in or late check-out is important for your travel plans, please review the cancellation policy before confirming your reservation.
Does YHA Helvellyn - Hostel provide breakfast?
Yes, YHA Helvellyn - Hostel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is The Star Hotel Classification of YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel is officially classified as a 2.0-star hotel. This star hotel classification indicates the standard of facilities and services provided to guests.
How many rooms are available at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel has 18 rooms in total.
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More Reviews from Other Guests in YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

8.8
Very Good
From 53 reviews
Cleanliness

9.0

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Traveler Reviews YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

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lynsey
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Business and Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Iust such a perfect settling. Accommodation is very basic, but wow! Gorgeous setting, lovely staff, completely hassle free. I only initially booked for one night , finished up staying for 3, and will be back!
I A
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 88 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

YHA set in a stunning location, basic accomodation with easy access to the Lake District set in stunning scenery. Good food, friendly staff and excellent value for money.
Alison
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Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 89 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property is in a beautiful location and remote. The drive up is not for the feint hearted, but well worth it for the location.
Robert
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Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 99 week(s) ago

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Good place to stay for night
Jonathon
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 116 week(s) ago

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Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
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Jonathon
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 116 week(s) ago

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Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
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amy
10.0
/10
Reviewed 146 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nice and clean. Good price. Definitely recommend
Kimberly
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Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 157 week(s) ago

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It’s a nice place to rest
Louise
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 164 week(s) ago

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Me and my fiance stayed here for 1 night at the hostel didnt know what expect as never been to one before but when checked in was pleasantly surprised staff very welcoming hostel very clean view from room was nice also went hiking up the mountains was beautiful scenery will definitely come back in future
Dan
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Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 207 week(s) ago

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Location to walks
Graham
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Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 242 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very comfy beds and great shower facilities. Breakfast bap and coffee was lovely
John
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 244 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

There is a first time for everything. At the age of 58, my first stay at a Youth Hostel was a memorable one. What a journey up the track to the lodgings, not for the faint hearted, but wll worth the trip. A breath taking view awaits you. As soon as you enetred the building the warmth and friendliness of the staff lifted and relaxed you. Nice little room with clean Bunks, lovely and warm and amazing views to the stream and river. We enjoyed a nice drink at the bar too. Shower was fine and toilets clean. Breakfast was only a sausage or bacon bun (veggie options) but it was great quality. I'd certainly go again. You get a real sense of community with other walkers too. We ate down the hill in Glennridding, but food was available. Overall, most enjoyable and value for money.
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David
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 248 week(s) ago

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Excellent staff and customer service. Showers were too small resulting in clothing getting wet - and I'm only 5ft 8ins and 11 stone. Bear in mind, self catering kitchen is locked overnight (nothing to tell you this as far as I'm aware) so check they'll leave it open if you want an early start.
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Business and Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 254 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing location. Interesting local mining history. Loved the walks
Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 256 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely location and ideal for a walk up helvellyn
Rupert
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Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 260 week(s) ago

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Used as a base for training in the lakes. Great friendly and cheerful staff. Great value food and service with a smile. A great team well done
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 264 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great youth hostel with friendly staff close to some amazing hills and mountains
Verified traveler
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 346 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really helpful friendly staff, value for money. Lots of choice to eat/ drink compared to what i expected.
michael
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 352 week(s) ago

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Only criticism is the cleanliness of the showers, everything else during our stay was absolutely perfect nd will be returning again!
graham
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Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 360 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Friendly welcome. They had problems with internet but got us settled in our room while they sorted it. Great breakfast and good advice on the local area for walking
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8.8
Very Good
From 53 reviews
Cleanliness

9.0

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

9.2

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Traveler Reviews YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

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40
Top reviews
lynsey
icon-Business and Leisure
Business and Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Iust such a perfect settling. Accommodation is very basic, but wow! Gorgeous setting, lovely staff, completely hassle free. I only initially booked for one night , finished up staying for 3, and will be back!
I A
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 88 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

YHA set in a stunning location, basic accomodation with easy access to the Lake District set in stunning scenery. Good food, friendly staff and excellent value for money.
Alison
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 89 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property is in a beautiful location and remote. The drive up is not for the feint hearted, but well worth it for the location.
Robert
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 99 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good place to stay for night
Jonathon
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 116 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
Read More
Jonathon
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 116 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Staff were great and location could be considered good for some as it is located at the base of some of the Helvellyn ascent routes, however, it is also a 25 minute walk from Glenridding, so consequently there are no shops in the immediate vicinity. Staff were great as said, and there is a communal kitchen and drying room, though the WiFi was virtually not working at all, and any little spark of life had to be taken from a very specific part of the ground floor building. Honestly, for the price paid, to not have working WiFi, I would consider it quite the rip-off. The room door was also not functioning properly, and though the bathrooms were clean, and the showers good, it is priced too high for a place without basic 2024 amenities - i.e. WiFi (there is no mobile signal).
Read More
amy
10.0
/10
Reviewed 146 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Nice and clean. Good price. Definitely recommend
Kimberly
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 157 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

It’s a nice place to rest
Louise
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 164 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Me and my fiance stayed here for 1 night at the hostel didnt know what expect as never been to one before but when checked in was pleasantly surprised staff very welcoming hostel very clean view from room was nice also went hiking up the mountains was beautiful scenery will definitely come back in future
Dan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 207 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Location to walks
Graham
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 242 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very comfy beds and great shower facilities. Breakfast bap and coffee was lovely
John
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 244 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

There is a first time for everything. At the age of 58, my first stay at a Youth Hostel was a memorable one. What a journey up the track to the lodgings, not for the faint hearted, but wll worth the trip. A breath taking view awaits you. As soon as you enetred the building the warmth and friendliness of the staff lifted and relaxed you. Nice little room with clean Bunks, lovely and warm and amazing views to the stream and river. We enjoyed a nice drink at the bar too. Shower was fine and toilets clean. Breakfast was only a sausage or bacon bun (veggie options) but it was great quality. I'd certainly go again. You get a real sense of community with other walkers too. We ate down the hill in Glennridding, but food was available. Overall, most enjoyable and value for money.
Read More
David
icon-
8.0
/10
Reviewed 248 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Excellent staff and customer service. Showers were too small resulting in clothing getting wet - and I'm only 5ft 8ins and 11 stone. Bear in mind, self catering kitchen is locked overnight (nothing to tell you this as far as I'm aware) so check they'll leave it open if you want an early start.
Verified traveler
icon-Business and Leisure Family
Business and Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 254 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing location. Interesting local mining history. Loved the walks
Verified traveler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 256 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely location and ideal for a walk up helvellyn
Rupert
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 260 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Used as a base for training in the lakes. Great friendly and cheerful staff. Great value food and service with a smile. A great team well done
Verified traveler
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 264 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great youth hostel with friendly staff close to some amazing hills and mountains
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 346 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really helpful friendly staff, value for money. Lots of choice to eat/ drink compared to what i expected.
michael
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 352 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Only criticism is the cleanliness of the showers, everything else during our stay was absolutely perfect nd will be returning again!
graham
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 360 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Friendly welcome. They had problems with internet but got us settled in our room while they sorted it. Great breakfast and good advice on the local area for walking
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