Hostels in Penrith

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Next weekend
13 Feb - 15 Feb
In two weeks
20 Feb - 22 Feb
In one month
6 Mar - 8 Mar
In two months
3 Apr - 5 Apr

Our top choices for Penrith hostels

Daily full breakfast (GBP 7.50 per person)

Kirkby Stephen Hostel

Kirkby Stephen Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkby Stephen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (32 reviews)
"Excellent budget stay. I was the only person in an 8-bed dorm, and was one of only two people using the communal facilities on the night of my visit. Excellent hostel facilities and good systems in place."
United Kingdom
Barry
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Kirkby Stephen Hostel
Garden

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel

YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
3.0 star property
Coniston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Great stay and lovely breakfast"
United Kingdom
Jodie
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
YHA Coniston Holly How - Hostel
Exterior

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
1.0 star property
Ambleside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (16 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 NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
Lounge

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"Great location very helpful staff .."
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is NZ$68
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Daily English breakfast (GBP 10.95 per person)

YHA Keswick - Hostel

YHA Keswick - Hostel
4.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room clean and location perfect. Not an easy entrance for other than backpacks."
Australia
Ben
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
YHA Keswick - Hostel
Aerial view

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Amazing team and checkin experience. Such good value and stay"
United Kingdom
Tom
The price is NZ$68
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
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Top Penrith Hotel Reviews

North Lakes Hotel And Spa

North Lakes Hotel And Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Our first time at lakes and what a lovely hotel and great staff what work there , I Cannot remember the name of the therapist from the spa who gave me a facial & massage she was the tonic I needed thank you.we couldn’t fault the hotel from start to finish thank you all , and the chef on barbecue how impressive "
Shaun 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
North Lakes Hotel And Spa

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Penrith Hostels information

Number of reviews
414
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$68
Highest Price
NZ$172

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Penrith?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. This destination's bars offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Penrith?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the highest reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to look first: YHA Helvellyn - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Wayfarers Independent Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Penrith Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a TV in a common area. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Penrith?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 1°C. Average annual precipitation for Penrith is 1195 mm.
What is there to see and do in Penrith?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might enjoy some places near Penrith. Get out into nature with places such as Yorkshire Dales National Park, Whinfell Forest and Ullswater. Cultural attractions include Penrith & Eden Museum, Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum and Courtyard Gallery. Visit landmarks such as Lowther Castle and Gardens, The Eden Millennium Monument and Brougham Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around Penrith while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Penrith on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Carlisle (CAX), 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), located 53.8 mi (86.7 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport during your trip. To check out more of the area, take a train from Penrith Station, Langwathby Station or Lazonby & Kirkoswald Station.

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