Explore our mountain breaks
Soak in the enchanted lakes, mountains and woodland, as you discover the hidden gems which make up England and Wales either by foot or bike. With breaks from Eryri (Snowdonia) to Brecon Beacons and the Peak District, you can stay at the heart of some of the best mountain landscapes with YHA.
Our historic and unique properties are perfectly positioned in the best locations for a mountain break, where you will meet friendly people and come back to comfy accommodation, practical facilities, and tasty food. We'll always make sure you have a visit you remember.
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Places to stay in the mountains
Stay with YHA and discover magical mountain ranges dotted around England and Wales.
Take in the breath-taking views and explore some of the world's most beautiful natural landscapes within easy reach of your doorstep. Our hostels are located close to some of the very best mountain spots in England and Wales so take your pick and make your mountain break one to remember.
Lake District
Comprised of 885 square miles of mountains, woodland, lakes and vast open spaces, the Lake District is the perfect rural escape.
Ambleside
Ambleside is the perfect place to get away from it all, with plenty of mountain treks and viewpoints suitable for all ages and abilities to enjoy.
Northumberland
Holiday in England’s most northerly county and discover Hadrian’s Wall or visit the pretty towns of Alnwick and Berwick.
Keswick
With three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the iconic Exmoor National Park, Somerset is a walker’s paradise.
Dartmoor
Dartmoor National Park is full of appealing geographical features like forests, rivers, wetlands and tors - perfect for a getaway exploring the area.
Wales
With miles of breath-taking countryside, beautiful coastline, great nightlife, and an iconic national park. Wales boasts plenty to see and do on a mountain getaway.
Brecon
Discover the magical Brecon Beacons National Park with a stay with YHA. Including Pen Y Fan, the area boasts great walking and climbing opportunities.
Eryri (Snowdonia)
Home to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Wales's highest mountain, an endless hiking trails and over 100 lakes, Eryri (Snowdonia) is the perfect spot for a walking or mountain biking holiday.
Peak District
Explore the splendid countryside of Britain's oldest national park, which boasts some of the best walking, climbing and cycling terrain.
Yorkshire Dales
Book a break in this beautiful part of England and discover the moors, valleys and hills of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Properties to hire in the mountains
Hire the whole property to yourself and explore miles of rolling fells, mighty mountains and spectacular landscapes close by.
Make sure to capture the beautiful scenery and views in your memory whilst you discover everything these beautiful parts of England and Wales have to offer. Our hostels are at the heart of it all, so take your pick and make your mountain break one to remember.
North Wales
Take your pick from our unique properties suited to mountain getaways in North Wales.
Lake District
If you’re looking for a getaway, we have plenty of properties at the heart of the Lake District National Park.
Peak District
From grand houses to a Victorian folly, take your pick from our range of Peak District properties available to hire.
Yorkshire Dales
Take your pick from our Yorkshire Dales properties, located at the heart of some of the country’s best mountain spots.
Northumberland
Choose from a range of unique properties which offer great access to some of the very best landscapes in the country.
Brecon
Hire one of our properties situated at the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park and explore the breath-taking mountain ranges.
Wales
Take your pick from a range of Welsh properties located at the heart of some of the best rural landscapes the country has to offer.
Eryri (Snowdonia)
We have some great properties available to hire situated in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. A walkers’ paradise.
Dartmoor
Choose from our range of properties in the Dartmoor National Park and discover the natural beauty of the surroundings.
