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The 10 Best Hostels in Keswick, UK

Some of the best backpacker spots in Keswick

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Surrounded by lovely greenery in the heart of vibrant Keswick centre, YHA Keswick is just a 10-minute walk from Lake Derwentwater. It features a restaurant and self-catering kitchen.

Wi-Fi access is available, along with luggage storage. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

Location was amazing. Rushing water right at the front door. Could sit and watch it all day. Lots of nice places to sit watching the water rush past while you enjoyed a coffee or wine. Rooms comfortable and shared bathrooms were new, close by and kept very clean. Kitchen was large and easy to navigate with other people staying there.

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9
Superb
687 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Located in the market town of Keswick in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Denton House Hostel is just a 5-minute stroll from Keswick Leisure Centre. With free WiFi and free parking, Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and Cumberland Pencil Museum are also less than a mile away.

The location was beautiful! It was across the street from the Greta River and right beside the old rail line that is now a walk/run/bike trail. It is a 5-10 minute walk into the centre of town and just over 10 minutes to Derwent Lake. My bed was in the annex with the main building with all the kitchen/dining area/common room in the neighbour building about 5 metres away. I loved everything!

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8.1
Very good
825 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Located in Thirlmere, Fisher-gill Camping Barn offers free onsite parking and a terrace. Set within the Lake District National Park, the hostel is at the foot of the Helvellyn Mountains and just 5 miles from Keswick.

Perfect for single travelers,who love the mountains and the lakes...and the fire in the stove in a cold night?What you could wish for?Great value or money.Welcoming host Jean looked well after us,even done my washing in kitchen,thanks:)

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8.5
Very good
198 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Nestled in the Cumbrian countryside in the Lake District National Park, The White Horse Inn and Bunkhouse offers dormitory rooms, free parking, free Wi-Fi in public areas and a pub restaurant.

Each dormitory room at The White Horse comes with a shared shower room and toilets. Bed linen (duvet, duvet cover, pillow case and bed sheet) are available at a surcharge and by prior arrangement and guests are advised to bring their own towels, as these are not provided.

Easy to get to! Location is one of the best.

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8.3
Very good
789 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

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.

The majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

Everything! A real gem. Great facilities, lovely food and super helpful staff.

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8.3
Very good
596 reviews
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£30
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 825 reviews
    Felt safe, good communication from staff. This was my first time staying in a hostel for a walking weekend but I'd come back again.
    Susan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £65
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 687 reviews
    Perfect location. Short easy walk into the town centre. Wasn't expecting the hostel to be as nice as it was. Although shared, there were plentiful bathroom facilities that were clean and close to the room. There was a lovely big kitchen for all to share and cook their own food. Moving around the hostel was safe and you needed a key card to enter the floors. Overall, it was basic but well equipped and great value for money!
    Ashleigh
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £138.60
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 4,219 reviews
    Great breakfast, stunning grounds and decent hotel with super friendly and accommodating staff at Youth Hostel prices for this area.
    Stephen
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £65
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 687 reviews
    Great location, friendly staff, nice and warm during a very cold spell. Lovely bar/cafe. It's a youth hostel, so hardly luxurious accommodation, but it was clean and comfortable and exceeded my expectations. I loved the sound of the river flowing by.
    Jonathan
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 825 reviews
    Cheap and cheerful. Good facilities for a bargain hostelry. Have stayed before and will return over winter. Great location for Park Run and walk up Skiddaw
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
    The cottage is in a great location with a lot of shops, bars, and restaurants on the high street just around the corner. Car parking at the back of the property makes it feel safe. The place is nice, clean, and very cosy. The instructions are clear for how to get there, get the key, and a useful manual in the living room.
    McEwan
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 825 reviews
    Great location, plenty of facilities and felt very safe. Rooms all secure and code for main door. Excellent location.
    David
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 825 reviews
    Hostel met our expectations. Wasn't totally blown away by the quality, but it was budget for the area so can't complain too much. Most importantly beds were comfy and the kitchen was well equipped.
    Mairi
    Young couple
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 825 reviews
    Great location lovely welcome..cheap and cheerful 😊
    Whittle
    Solo traveller
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 825 reviews
    Cheap, great location 5 min walk into keswick Matress on bunk beds where really comfy, Quiet to say how many rooms there is Let us use car park for the dat after wed checked out. For the price one of the best places to stay in keswick
    Oli
    People with friends