YHA Buttermere - Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 3-starButtermere, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9XA, Cockermouth, United KingdomShow on map
9.0 · Superb24 reviews
- Check-in from 5:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at Buttermere, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9XA.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Scenic Views: Enjoy breathtaking views from the garden overlooking Buttermere Lake and Crummock Water.
Convenience and Comfort: Take advantage of complimentary Wi-Fi, communal living room, vending machine, and bike storage.
Dining and Entertainment: Relish a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Savor the tranquility of the rural setting at YHA Buttermere - Hostel, your perfect lakeside retreat. Unwind in nature's embrace. Reserve your stay now.
What this place offers
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Library
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Smoke-free property
- Free self parking
- Books
- Secured bicycle storage
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Free WiFi
Rooms
9.0
Superb
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 24 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.1
- Service9.6
- Location9.7
- Rooms8.6
- Amenities9.6
- Value9.1
- Food & drink7.6
Guests mention
Staff friendlyGood views
PeterStaff friendly . Good views . Breakfast chaotic& disorganised . Limited hot water . Bathrooms a lot to be desired
HarpreetGreat
Verified travelerMountain therapy
Wonderful solo stay at YHA Buttermere. Perfect location just a stones throw from the main hotel and cafe which is nice. Friendly staff and guests, good facilities. Wifi poor but why do you need it when staying here! Will…
ShahzadAbsolutely gorgeous
Verified travelerGreat stay at another friendly hostel
JamieMillion dollar location
Lovely yha , spectacular location , clean tidy lovely old building , highly reccomend
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Buttermere, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9XA, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
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.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Professional property host/manager
Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available
Pets. Service animals are allowed
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. This hostel also features a vending machine and bike storage. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about YHA Buttermere - Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at YHA Buttermere - Hostel?
Check-in is from 5:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does YHA Buttermere - Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at YHA Buttermere - Hostel?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at YHA Buttermere - Hostel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does YHA Buttermere - Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does YHA Buttermere - Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book YHA Buttermere - Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is YHA Buttermere - Hostel?
Buttermere, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9XA, Cockermouth.
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