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Youth Hostel

YHA Ambleside

Ambleside, North West England — LA22 0EU

245

Max Capacity

FROM

£2600

Per Day

4.2

28 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

YHA Ambleside is a popular youth hostel situated on the shores of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District. The hostel provides accommodation for up to 245 guests in a mix of private rooms and dormitories, making it ideal for school groups, youth organizations, and outdoor activity groups. The venue features dining facilities, meeting rooms, and extensive grounds with direct lake access. Located just a short walk from Ambleside town centre, the hostel serves as an excellent base for exploring the surrounding fells and lakes. The property offers group booking facilities and can accommodate educational visits, team-building events, and outdoor activity programs.

Room Capacities

theatre

boardroom

classroom

u shape

dining

100

reception

100

Pricing

Day rates from £2600

Group rates available for educational and youth organizations. Day rates vary by season and group size. Contact venue directly for meeting room hire rates.

Features & Amenities

Lake Views

Dining Hall

Meeting Rooms

WiFi

Parking

Accessible Rooms

Self-Catering Kitchen

Drying Room

Cycle Storage

Lake Access

Grounds

Group Facilities

AV & Technical

Projector

Screen

Wi-Fi

Flip Charts

Basic PA System

Ideal For

Training SessionsEducational WorkshopsYouth Group EventsCommunity Meetings

Location & Access

Waterhead, Ambleside LA22 0EU

Windermere railway station 4 miles away with regular connections to Manchester and London. Local bus services connect Ambleside to surrounding Lake District towns. Manchester Airport approximately 90 miles.

Free parking available on-site for guests and visitors. Additional public parking in Ambleside town centre nearby.

Wheelchair accessible