- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Parking on site
- Facilities for disabled guests
About this property
Nestled in the peaceful village of Malham in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, YHA Malham is situated next to numerous fantastic walking and cycling routes. Free parking is available, and the famous Gordale Scar is just a 15-minute walk away. You can relax in the hostel’s own garden, or in its TV room and lounge. Guests can make use of an on-site shop, a self-catering kitchen, and laundry facilities. Seen in the Harry Potter films and used for training for the 1953 Everest Expedition, impressive Malham Cove is only 5 minutes’ walk away. The 900-year old Skipton Castle is located 25 minutes away by car, and you can catch the Settle-Carlisle steam railway 15 minutes’ drive away. Cyclists can make use of cycle storage and a drying room, and the hostel is located near to the scenic Pennine Way and Yorkshire Dales Cycle Way routes. Guests can also follow the nearby path along the stream to Janet’s Foss Waterfall.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Tara
United Kingdom
“Great location. Good price. Super clean. Great facilities. Friendly staff. No issues at all” - Chris
United Kingdom
“We had a room to ourselves, the communal kitchen had everything you need and the breakfast was very good.” - Sharon
United Kingdom
“It was very clean and staff was very helpful and friendly....would definitely stay again” - Adam
United Kingdom
“Just what I needed after a tiring week hiking, very friendly staff, comfortable bed, great breakfast (lovely kitchen staff, especially the young lady managing the hot food service on a busy morning). Lots of places for refreshment nearby, and all...” - Emma
Spain
“Great location, right on the walking trails. The staff were very welcoming and the hostel has a friendly and social atmosphere. Our private quadruple room was very clean, spacious enough and quiet. Nice decor and plenty of room to store...” - Christopher
United Kingdom
“Wow, hadn’t stayed in a hostel in 10 years and this really impressed! Cheap, perfect location, clean great facilities and the member of staff we spoke to was welcoming and very helpful even though we didn’t arrive until 9:30pm. Was a perfect base...” - Debbie
United Kingdom
“Great location, comfy bed great service from the hosts” - Sara
United Kingdom
“Amazing location, the friendliest and most helpful staff” - Ulrich
Germany
“Friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast, nice atmosphere.” - Richard
United Kingdom
“Fantastic location, very good facilities- hot showers after a long walk, smart kitchen, comfortable lounge, attractive lawn with picnic benches, perfect pizzas and professional, friendly staff at your assistance. Very, very impressed and...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Please note that discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.
Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more.
Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed.
Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with matching name and address at check-in.
Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.
Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.