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The hostel features a self-catering kitchen, allowing guests to prepare their own meals, but also offers the option of a full catering service, providing hearty meals for breakfast, packed lunches, and dinner. The communal spaces, including a lounge, games room, and spacious grounds, provide plenty of opportunities for relaxation and socialising. The staff at Derwentwater Independent Hostel are friendly and knowledgeable about the local area, enhancing the sense of community and making every guest feel at home.
The location of the hostel, on the shores of Derwentwater Lake, provides an excellent base for guests to explore the Lake District's stunning landscapes and attractions. The lake offers a plethora of water-based activities, while the surrounding fells, including Skiddaw and Catbells, provide countless opportunities for hiking and wildlife watching. The nearby town of Keswick, with its vibrant market, shops, and the renowned Theatre by the Lake, is also easily accessible. Combining community spirit, comfortable accommodation, and an idyllic location, Derwentwater Independent Hostel offers a unique and memorable Lake District experience.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 336 feet / 102.4 metres above sea level
Facilities at the accommodation
Shower or Bath
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Meeting Rooms
Garden
Limited Hour Front Desk
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
Shower or Bath
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Meeting Rooms
Garden
Limited Hour Front Desk
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Carlisle Lake District Airport Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
28.9 miles Barrow/Walney Island Airport
Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
31.2 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 40 Penrith, Keswick
16.0 miles M6 Junction 41
Wigton
16.1 miles M6 Junction 39
Keld
19.8 miles
Railway Stations
Aspatria station code = ASP
CA7 2AR
15.3 miles Windermere
station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
16.0 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near Derwentwater Independent Hostel Keswick
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Ashness Bridge -
CA12 5UN
NY 27043 19661
= decks.magazine.brownish Hotels nearby. 4 minutes walk
CA12 5UN
NY 27043 19661
= decks.magazine.brownish Hotels nearby.
An Iconic view of the Lake district - ashness Bridge is a small stone built structure set in stunning countryside
0.3m / 0.5km -
Theatre By The Lake -
CA12 5DJ
NY 26467 22810
= straying.huddling.cashier Hotels nearby. 26 minutes walk
CA12 5DJ
NY 26467 22810
= straying.huddling.cashier Hotels nearby.
A theatre in a stunning location on the shores of Lake Derwentwater Park Close by or take a lovely walk through Hope Park from the town
1.7m / 2.7km -
Lodore Falls -
CA12 5UX
NY 26475 18792
= director.petition.pampered Hotels nearby. 12 minutes walk
CA12 5UX
NY 26475 18792
= director.petition.pampered Hotels nearby.
Located on the road from Keswick to Boorowdale behind the Lodore Falls Hotel near Grange, a spectacular sight after rainfall but can be quiet in the dry season. The falls are part of Watendlath Beck, which is fed by Watendlath Tarn
0.8m / 1.3km -
Hope Park -
CA12 5DG
NY 26487 23052
= rocket.free.arose Hotels nearby. 28 minutes walk
CA12 5DG
NY 26487 23052
= rocket.free.arose Hotels nearby.
A Lovely park nestled between the town centre and Lake Derwentwater, ideal for a picnic or stop at the cafe. The park is a great way to walk down to the shores of the lake where you will be greeted with superb views.
1.9m / 3.1km -
Derwentwater -
CA12 5UB
NY 25963 21527
= professes.buns.balconies Hotels nearby. 16 minutes walk
CA12 5UB
NY 25963 21527
= professes.buns.balconies Hotels nearby.
A popular tourist destination, Derwentwater lake is almost 3 miles long, with several islands within the lake and surrounded by fells. The equally popular town of Keswick lies on the northern shores and boats can by hired on the lake
1.1m / 1.8km -
Keswick Alhambra Cinema -
CA12 5AG
NY 26755 23311
= promote.finest.blurs Hotels nearby. 31 minutes walk
CA12 5AG
NY 26755 23311
= promote.finest.blurs Hotels nearby.
A charming 'days gone by' cinema house with balcony seating though still screens current films and blockbusters.
2m / 3.2km -
Cat Bells -
CA12 5UG
NY 24403 19883
= shorter.engrossed.item Hotels nearby. 23 minutes walk
CA12 5UG
NY 24403 19883
= shorter.engrossed.item Hotels nearby.
One of the hikers favourite fells and popular with tourists which also features prominently of several of Alfred Wainwrights Walks
1.5m / 2.4km -
The Puzzling Place -
CA12 5DZ
NY 26497 23516
= printouts.anchorman.navy Hotels nearby. 33 minutes walk
CA12 5DZ
NY 26497 23516
= printouts.anchorman.navy Hotels nearby.
Part of this attraction is free to enter and is guaranteed to have something to amuse
2.2m / 3.5km -
Keswick Launch Company -
CA12 5DJ
NY 26418 22787
= workbook.scrubber.dollars Hotels nearby. 26 minutes walk
CA12 5DJ
NY 26418 22787
= workbook.scrubber.dollars Hotels nearby.
Rowing Boat and cabin cruiser Hire and also offers cruises around Derwentwater throughout the year.
1.7m / 2.7km -
Derwent Water Marina -
CA12 5RF
NY 25322 23213
= peachy.animates.slug Hotels nearby. 33 minutes walk
CA12 5RF
NY 25322 23213
= peachy.animates.slug Hotels nearby.
A marina between Portinscale and Keswick at the north end Derwentwater.
2.2m / 3.5km - View more hotels nearby with distances
The Mary Mount Hotel - Keswick - 0.57
Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa - Keswick - 0.75
The Borrowdale Hotel - Keswick - 1.38
The Leathes Head Country House Hotel - Keswick - 1.51
Borrowdale Gates Hotel - Keswick - 1.79
The Heights Hotel - Keswick - 1.81
Underhill Guest House - Keswick - 1.92
Swinside Farmhouse - Keswick - 1.92
Swinside Inn - Keswick - 1.92
Lynwood Guest House - Keswick - 1.93
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