YHA Borrowdale | Hostel in Rosthwaite

Q: How much does it cost per night to stay in YHA Borrowdale?

Best-rates for the YHA Borrowdale starts from $129 per night with includes Parking, Accessibility, Bar, Child Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible, Restaurant, Kitchen, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Toiletries, Guest Services StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

| 8.4 (311 Reviews) | 25 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 23 Guests

25 Bedroom Hostel in Borrowdale, Rosthwaite

Set by a river, this Lakeland YHA in Borrowdale Valley has fine mountain views and an informal atmosphere. Enjoy family-friendly walks, laundry facilities and hot meals. YHA Borrowdale is a recommended stop on Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Walk. Bustling Keswick is about 7 miles away. On site you will find a cycle store. Indoor activities including a games room and TV lounge. Cumbrian ales and fresh meals are available, plus cozy log fires in winter. This hostel has on-site parking (subject to availability). Charges apply though overnight guests benefit from a discounted rate of £5 per vehicle for 24 hours. To claim these rates, please notify reception once you've parked. There is no access for coaches - the nearest drop off is 1312 ft away. Whinlatter Forestry Center is 10 miles away and offers a Go Ape course as well as walking and mountain-biking trails. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

YHA Borrowdale is located in Rosthwaite.

This 25 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Guest Services, Parking, Accessibility, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 311 reviews with the average score of 8.4 . Coming to Rosthwaite and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 25 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Rosthwaite. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This YHA Borrowdale in Rosthwaite is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “YHA Borrowdale”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

Unique Amenities

Parking
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Kitchen

Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy Non refundable

Pet Policy Pets are not allowed

Other Policy 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 a matching name and address 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 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 id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Longthwaite, Borrowdale, Rosthwaite, CA12 5XE, United Kingdom

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

May 18, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Breakfast lovely, friendly staff and beautiful place. Pods are very cozy.

Negative: Need new inside toilets. Outside new ones are nice.

Summary: Beautiful Borrowdale

Clare, United Kingdom

May 17, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Summary: Excellent location, will hopefully stay again

Andy, United Kingdom

May 10, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Being able to eat there and have a drink in nice surroundings was very welcome.

Negative: £175 a night for a camping pod which had no shower, toilet, kettle, towels or TV is extortionate. The outside showers were dirty and the water pressure when the water was lukewarm warm was so low you had to lean up against the wall to get wet.

Summary: Lovely staff who provided a really good friendly service; pricing of accommodation way over the top.

Pete, United Kingdom

May 9, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: The location was stunning, the bar was nice, staff were friendly and helpful. The bike felt safe.

Negative: showers were ok but could be better. Space to hang things up could have been better breakfast was OK but for the price maybe not great

Summary: Ideal spot to act as a central location for a lakes trip

Chris, United Kingdom

May 6, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Great location for Coast to Coast. Staff really friendly and helpful. Really nice bar area and good food in the evening. Also excellent breakfast. Good showers. Everywhere really clean.

Negative: Nothing really.

Summary: Great YHA and ideal for Coast to Coast

David, United Kingdom

May 5, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Location, and distance between walks.

Negative: It was all that we hoped for.

Summary: Exceptional staff, very efficient and friendly.

Marion, United Kingdom

Apr 27, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Great location , clean & wholesome food.

Negative: Small bedroom.

Summary: For what it is it’s a very good product, just what you want for one night stay.

Roger, United Kingdom

Apr 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: It was a very friendly stay. Welcoming staff.

Negative: Lack of staff or staff management as there was a large dofe group in and this was not managed well which meant others were waiting for food or drinks and it could have been managed better

Summary: Good

Chris Richards, United Kingdom

Apr 17, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Jessica, United Kingdom

Mar 13, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Billy, United Kingdom

FAQ's

Is this YHA Borrowdale pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at YHA Borrowdale?

Check-in time for YHA Borrowdale starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the YHA Borrowdale have a swimming pool?

No, this YHA Borrowdale does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in YHA Borrowdale?

Best-rates for the YHA Borrowdale starts from $129 per night with includes Parking, Accessibility, Bar, Child Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible, Restaurant, Kitchen, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Toiletries, Guest Services StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is YHA Borrowdale a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the YHA Borrowdale wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the YHA Borrowdale is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the YHA Borrowdale?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the YHA Borrowdale indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for YHA Borrowdale?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the YHA Borrowdale are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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US $129