YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

Name: YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
Address: Greenside, Glenridding, Penrith, England, CA11 0QR, Penrith, GB

Location: Greenside, Glenridding, Penrith, England, CA11 0QR, Penrith, GB

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

About this Property

Scenic Garden Views
Enjoy the picturesque surroundings while staying at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel. Take in the views from the garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.

Delightful Dining Experience
Satisfy your taste buds at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Don't miss the opportunity to start your day right with delicious continental breakfasts available daily.

Convenient Location
Conveniently located near Glenridding Sailing Centre, this hostel offers easy access to various attractions and activities. Take advantage of the free onsite parking and explore the beautiful surroundings hassle-free.

To book your stay at YHA Helvellyn - Hostel and experience all these wonderful amenities and more, make your reservation now!

Important Information

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.

Policies

Check-in: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Instructions: 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. 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.

Amenities & Facilities

Free WiFi
Garden
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Assistive listening devices available
RV, bus, truck parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Games
Secured bicycle storage
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Rooms Available

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bunk Bed
22 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Room (4 Bed Private)

2 Twin Bunk Beds
32 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Room (6 Bed Private)

3 Twin Bunk Beds
32 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Room (2 Bed Private )

1 Twin Bunk Bed
22 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Room (5 Bed Private including Double Bed)

1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
32 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Room (3 Bed Private including Double Bed)

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
32 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bunk Bed
22 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Room (3 Bed Private)

1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
22 sq feet

Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, soap, and toilet paper
Comfort - Heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Bedsheets provided
- Shared outdoor bathroom
- Soap
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

Guest Reviews

lynsey (10/5): - 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 (10/5): - 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 (8/5): - 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 (10/5): Decent - Good place to stay for night
Jonathon (6/5): WiFi Not Really Working - 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).
Jonathon (6/5): WiFi Basically Not Working (No Phone Signal) - 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).
amy (10/5): - Nice and clean. Good price. Definitely recommend
Kimberly (8/5): - It’s a nice place to rest
Louise (8/5): birthday night away - 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 (8/5): - Location to walks
Graham (10/5): - Very comfy beds and great shower facilities. Breakfast bap and coffee was lovely
John (10/5): Little Gem in the Foothills of Hellvellyn - 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.
David (8/5): Decent staff, couple of issues with the hostel - 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 (10/5): - Amazing location. Interesting local mining history. Loved the walks
Verified traveler (10/5): - Lovely location and ideal for a walk up helvellyn
Rupert (10/5): Yha Glenridding - 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 (10/5): - Great youth hostel with friendly staff close to some amazing hills and mountains
Verified traveler (10/5): - Really helpful friendly staff, value for money. Lots of choice to eat/ drink compared to what i expected.
michael (8/5): - Only criticism is the cleanliness of the showers, everything else during our stay was absolutely perfect nd will be returning again!
graham (10/5): Pricey for a hostel but quality accommodation - 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
Verified traveler (8/5): - Loved the location, a stone's throw to the ski slopes (closed of course now) and many high fells. Only chip in their armour was the lack of hot water in the showers, or it might have been my inability to work out how to control the temp (tried a couple of shower cubicles though). I like my showers cold, so it didn't bother me in particular, but I know for others it could be hell. I'm a bit on the wild side, so other things I heard from others (more mainstream comfort minded): access is not ideal for a saloon car, no mobile phone signal in the area, wifi downstairs only, place is isolated so you're effectively forced to spend your time there. Worked fine for a last minute bargain mini holiday for me and my children, though!