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Wayfarers Independent Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Penrith with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Twin Room (The Apartment) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Equipment storage
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby
Wayfarers Independent Hostel sits in the city center yet provides a tranquil escape with its garden and library. Guests can enjoy the sunny terrace, connect with in-room WiFi, and take advantage of complimentary self-parking during their stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (Room 2 Private 6 Bed Bunk Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (Private 4 Bed Bunk Room)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (Room 4 - Private 4 Bed Bunk Room)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Room (The Apartment) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Twin Room (The Apartment)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Oven
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 6 bed dorm. No children)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room (Room 1) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Room, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 4 bed dorm. No children)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 4 bed dorm. No children)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Room, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 4 bed dorm (2)No children)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Mixed Dorm (1 bed in a 4 bed dorm (2)No children)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
19 Brunswick Square, Penrith, England, CA11 7LR

What's nearby

  • Penrith Castle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rheged - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Ullswater - 9 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Whinfell Forest - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 8 min walk
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arturo Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Hotel Penrith - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dockray Hall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Woolpack - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Wayfarers Independent Hostel

Hostel near Ullswater
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at Wayfarers Independent Hostel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Wayfarers Independent Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens
  • Toasters, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Wayfarers Independent Hostel Penrith
Wayfarers Independent Penrith
Wayfarers Independent
Wayfarers Independent Hostel Penrith
Wayfarers Independent Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Wayfarers Independent Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wayfarers Independent Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Wayfarers Independent Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wayfarers Independent Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wayfarers Independent Hostel located?

Situated in Penrith, this hostel is steps from Crafty Monkeys and Penrith & Eden Museum. St Andrew's Church and Penrith Castle are also within 10 minutes. Penrith Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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