• Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating
  • Parking on site

Set within the beautiful Lakeland village of Grasmere, this Victorian mansion features fabulous views of the surrounding fells and valleys. Guests can enjoy the restaurant and relaxing TV lounge. Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, is just 15 minutes’ walk away from YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe. The shores of Grasmere Lake are just 15 minutes away on foot and the surrounding fells contain numerous scenic walking trails. Grasmere village is just a 10-minute walk away. Home-cooked meals are available in YHA Grasmere’s restaurant, while guests can also cook within the self-catering kitchen and make use of the dining room. There is also a cafe on-site and a small shop for guests. The majority of rooms at YHA Grasmere’s contain bunk beds. Guests are able to relax in spacious, lovely grounds, while there is also a games room and Wi-Fi access.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Grasmere
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jessika
    United States of America United States of America
    Honestly my kids were most nervous about staying in a hostel, but we had the most fun from our entire stay (road-tripping throughout the UK). The kitchen was a relief—getting dinner after a long day, or options for full breakfast the next morning...
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning location - great food - reasonable prices - room comfy and clean - Thanks 😊
  • Colin
    Australia Australia
    ROOM BED DINING AREA all suited just right ..especially The drying facilities when I arrived saturated

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    • Laundry
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo JCB Cash YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    YHA cannot accept bookings for 16 people or more. Any such bookings will be canceled by YHA.

    The maximum length of stay is 14 consecutive nights. Following any stay of 14 nights, guests may not stay in any YHA accommodations for at least seven nights.

    The ID must match the name and address on the booking. Where a booking is for more than one person, the named person on the booking will need to provide proof of identify that matches the name and address on the booking. ID will also be requested from all other adult guests. These IDs must match the name they sign in with at check in.

    Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hosteling International as part of this booking.

    Towels are not included in the room rate. Guests can hire them at the property or bring their own.

    Please contact YHA directly for more information about accessible facilities.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe

    • YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe is 650 feet from the center of Grasmere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.9).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet

    • Check-in at YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking

    • YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The prices at YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.