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Our top choices for Kendal hostels

A room with a large bay window overlooking a lake, two leather chairs, a wooden table, and a banner advertising a lakeside restaurant.

1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (206 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay "
United Kingdom
Arun
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
A stone building with a sign reading "Great Langdale Bunhouse."

2. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
1.0 star property
Ambleside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"amazing location!!! the surrounding area is absolutely beautiful and vicky is super helpful! had such a lovely stay thank you so much"
United Kingdom
Clara
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
A large, historic stone house with multiple chimneys, surrounded by autumn foliage and a mountainous backdrop.

3. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"Great value for the money. Bunk Bed was too firm."
United Kingdom
Jun Kyeoung
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
A room with wooden shelves displaying various ceramic items, a wooden bench, and a table with papers.

4. Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Kirkby Stephen Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkby Stephen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34 reviews)
"Cool place! Perfectly fine for a hostel. Well equipped kitchen. Nice people!"
United States
Daun
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Kirkby Stephen Hostel
A bar area with a variety of drinks, a TV screen, and a selection of desserts.

5. YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (88 reviews)
"Did exactly what it needed to do. Free parking for the van within walking distance. Lovely food and great staff."
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
YHA Keswick - Hostel
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Top Kendal Hotel Reviews

Gilpin Bridge Inn

Gilpin Bridge Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely comfortable room (breakfast items were a lovely bonus!), great meal in pub and live music. Would definitely stay again."
Christine 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Gilpin Bridge Inn

Find out more about Kendal

Kendal Hostels information

Number of reviews
106
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
€38
Highest Price
€137

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kendal?
If you're hoping to find budget-friendly accommodation in Kendal, you might consider this popular choice: Riverside Hotel - Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kendal?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Kendal is 1344 mm.
What is there to see and do in Kendal?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to discover the area around Kendal. Get out into nature with places such as Yorkshire Dales National Park, Levens Hall and Gardens and Lyth Valley. Cultural attractions include Brewery Arts Centre, The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition and Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry. Visit landmarks such as Sizergh Castle, Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Townend.
What's the best way to get to and around Kendal while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kendal on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), 42.5 mi (68.4 km) away from the city centre. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. To see more of the area, catch a train at Kendal Station, Oxenholme Station or Oxenholme Station.