Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at YHA Eskdale - Hostel. Guests can also expect to find a fireplace in the lobby, a bar and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Secured bicycle storage and meeting rooms
Other amenities include:
Showers and soap
Communal kitchens, heating, and limited housekeeping
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–9:00 AM: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
1 restaurant
1 bar
Things to do
Bike storage
Playground
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Playground
Guest services
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Laundry facilities
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Communal living room
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Heating
Bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
Towels fee: GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
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.
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at YHA Eskdale - Hostel?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is YHA Eskdale - Hostel located?
Situated in Holmrook, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Eskdale Mill, Hardknott Roman Fort, and Stanley Ghyll Waterfall. Muncaster Castle and Gosforth Library are also within 9 mi (15 km).
YHA Eskdale - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Dale
Traveled with group
5 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hostel and staff were fine, socket positions and introduction of bunk curtains in dorms would be useful
Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms. This was our first time in a hostel. We were very impressed with the overall location and facilities. Lovely to wake up in the morning and hear the birds singing and the stream running past outside. Pub close by for evening meals.
jo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jane
18 September 2018
Nice yha hostel in the middle of the Lakes
It's a youth hostel, so don't expect 5-star luxury. Having said that, our 5-bedded room was nice, the bathroom facilities were fresh and clean, the lounge areas were comfortable, the food was good, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. The price was reasonable, and it's in a splendid location. What more could you want??
Close to Scarfell pike. Can walk up Scar fell from hostel.
Wifi was terrible and didn't work at all for me but I know it did for some people.
Had a 5 bed private room which was lovely but one of the beds is a double. Fine for us as we only had 4 people.
We came up just for one night before climbing Scafell Pike as I'm currently in training for Everest Base Camp. Hostel was great, room was comfy and very glad we paid the extra for the breakfast as it set us up for the the long day ahead. Staff were very helpful and I'd definitely recommend.
Generally very good.Breakfast was good,but meal club in evening was disappointingThe standardised menu for each day gives no alternative for a
vegetarian.to the set main course and sweet.
Despite the booking saying "private bathroom" there was in fact 2 toilets and 2 showers for the entire block, that being for men and women! The bathroom area was wide open without a door. The toilets were dirty with skid marks. The beds were smaller than a single bed and uncomfortable. The carpet was very dirty with marks all over. The location was around a 40 minute drive from the wasdale head car park to climb scafell pike which was ok. I have stayed in a YHA in the lake district before which was much more comfortable, cleaner and more appropriate bathroom facilities for men and women. Would not recommend.
The hotel is situated with the prefect view of the Lake District Hills. The room suited our needs and the self catering kitchen and the use of the laundry was a big plus. The big lounge area with the open fire was a great place to sit at night. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The cooked breakfast was good value. Just note that if using a GPS don't let it take you there via the hill passes.