Honister Slate Mine
For underground tours and the popular Via Ferrata. Edge along ladders and bridges to reach a summit viewpoint over Buttermere. Visit the website
YHA Honister Hause
Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XNOverview
COVID-19 Industry Standard
In Partnership with The National Tourist Organisation of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
In recognition that this business has confirmed that they have followed government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.
A must for dedicated walkers! This former quarry workers' house, at the summit of Honister Pass, is in true mountain country with easy access to England’s highest peaks. Steep valleys stretch down from the mountains to Derwentwater to create a beautiful and distinctive landscape.
There’s a 400-year-old working slate mine next door, home to the world famous Westmorland Green Slate. The site offers plenty of activities and adventures for guests to explore and enjoy!
Why guests love YHA Honister Hause
Accommodation at YHA Honister Hause
Bed in a shared room
Dorms are not currently available.
Dorm rooms have multiple beds, are typically more affordable than private rooms, and shared with other people who may not be travelling together. A typical shared room includes bunk beds, a reading light and a storage cupboard for each guest, secured by a padlock if required.
Children aged between 12 and 15 can stay in dorm rooms as long as an adult of the same gender accompanies them.
Some dorms may be en-suites, meaning that they have a bathroom in the room that you would be sharing with the other people in your dorm.
Private rooms
Don't fancy sharing a room? Private rooms typically include a storage cupboard for each bed, secured by a padlock if required, a reading light and a wash hand basin. Shared shower and toilet facilities are located near to the room.
Things to do around YHA Honister Hause
The Lake District Wildlife Park
With over 100 species of animals, you can spend the whole day wandering around the beautiful 25 acre park. Visit the website (Formally known as Trotters World of Animals.)
Keswick Launch Company
Daily launches around the lake stopping at Keswick, Nichol End, Hawes End, Low Brandlehow,, High Brandlehow, Lodore and Ashness Gate.
Borrowdale Fell Race
The Borrowdale Fell Race is an endurance challenge consisting of 17 miles across tough terrain including 6500 feet of ascent (27km, 2000m).
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access
- Breakfast
- Dining room
- Evening meals
- Games
- Group meals
- Licensed bar
- Mountain view
- Near bus stop
- No mobile coverage
- Paid parking on premises
- Restaurant
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared lounge
- Sole use
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Closed facilities: The following facilities are temporarily closed at this hostel due to COVID-19 safety measures - laundry room(s), cycle store(s).
Seasonal opening pattern: YHA Honister Hause is open for bookings all year round.
Hostel opening hours: YHA Honister Hause is open to the public from Monday - Sunday, 07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 21:00.
Reception hours: From 07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 21:00.
Parking: The hostel car park has space for up to six cars. The nearby National Trust car park is free overnight if staying in the hostel, but pay and display during the day for non-National Trust members.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Honister Hause. Assistance dogs are welcome.
YHA Honister Hause - Access Statement
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Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
You can find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel on the volunteering website.
