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YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Ullswater

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YHA Helvellyn - Hostel sits in a peaceful rural location where travelers can relax in the garden, savor meals at the restaurant, or enjoy drinks at the bar. The property offers free WiFi, barbecue facilities, and secure bicycle storage for outdoor enthusiasts exploring the area.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is S$52
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

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  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

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  • 2 sq m
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Room (3 Bed Private)

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  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (5 Bed Private including Double Bed)

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  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Located in Penrith, YHA Helvellyn - Hostel is in a rural area and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ullswater and Lake Windermere. Glenridding Sailing Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Greenside, Glenridding, Penrith, England, CA11 0QR

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Aira Force - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Derwentwater - 34 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Thirlmere - 34 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Lodore Falls - 37 min drive - 40.2 km

Getting around

  • Staveley Station - 23 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Horse and Farrier Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Fellbites - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Patterdale Hotel - ‬8 min drive

About this property

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

Hostel near Ullswater
Take advantage of a garden, a bar and a restaurant at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and 1 meeting room
  • Smoke-free property, secured bike storage and games
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Games

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Heating

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 daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and from 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 any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Helvellyn Hostel Penrith
YHA Helvellyn Hostel
YHA Helvellyn Penrith
YHA Helvellyn
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Penrith
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Penrith

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Helvellyn - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

As of 22 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel on 23 Sept, 2025 start from S$51.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at YHA Helvellyn - 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 Helvellyn - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Helvellyn - Hostel located?

Situated in a national park, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Glenridding Sailing Centre, Ullswater and Hellvellyn. Place Fell and St. Sunday Crag are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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