YHA Ilam Hall

8.4Very good767 reviewsSee rooms

Hostel

Facilities at a glance

Parking
Bar
Family rooms
Accessible
Garden
Non-smoking rooms

About this place

Gothic Mansion Setting Immerse yourself in the charm of YHA Ilam Hall, a Gothic mansion set amidst 84 acres of stunning parkland in the picturesque Peak District, offering breathtaking views over Dovedale. Comfortable Accommodation and Dining Experience cozy dormitory rooms adorned with bunk beds and shared bathrooms, alongside a lavish lounge featuring a TV and games area. Indulge in delicious traditional meals at the on-site restaurant, or opt for light snacks and beverages at the cafe-bar. Self-catering guests will appreciate the availability of a kitchen. Scenic Surroundings and Nearby Attractions Explore the National Trust property's beautiful grounds with the River Manifold meandering through. Conveniently located, Alton Towers is a short 15-minute drive away, while the renowned Chatsworth House is a mere 30-minute drive from the hostel. Ready to experience the allure of YHA Ilam Hall? Book your stay now!

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15 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom 6 m²2 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Dormitory Room (6 Adults) 6 m²6 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 6	Show prices
Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults) 6 m²6 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 6	Show prices
Family Room with Shared Bathroom 6 m²8 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 8	Show prices
Double Room with Private Bathroom 6 m²Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Triple Room with Private Bathroom 6 m²Double bed, Bunk bed	Sleeps 3	Show prices
Family Room with Private Bathroom 6 m²Double bed, 3 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 5	Show prices
8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 6 m²8 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 8	Show prices
Twin Room with Private Bathroom 6 m²2 × Twin beds	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Twin Room Bunk bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Quadruple Room With Private Bathroom Double bed, 2 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 6 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom 6 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 6 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Quadruple Room 6 m²2 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 4	Show prices

What this place offers

Parking

Food & drink

Family

Family rooms

Accessibility

Accessible

Outdoor

Garden

General

Non-smoking rooms

Location

Address
Ilam Hall, Ashbourne, DE6 2AZ, United Kingdom
6.1 km from the center of Ashbourne

Questions about this stay

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What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 15:00. Check-out by 10:00.
Is parking available?
Yes, this property lists parking. Check the room offer for any fee.

Guest reviews

8.4767 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.

Cleanliness7.8

Service9.0

Location9.6

Room quality8.0

Amenities9.0

Value for money9.0

Food and drink9.2

Shannon
United Kingdom · Group of friends · November 2026
2.0
“I couldn’t function the day after my stay because it was that bad, EXHAUSTED.”
+That it was close the Alton towers but the place was really bad for the price! I paid £80 and didn’t even get a kettle or a towel, the people in the room next to us were shouting loud at silly hours in the morning and because of how close the rooms are and the small room between then it echoed but the reason for the score is the “hotel” itself it’s terrible service and they’re con merchants, will definitely never stay here ever again.
−Give people towels don’t be so tight and also a kettle with some teas otherwise don’t bother calling yourself a hotel because your not one
Rachael
United Kingdom · Solo · November 2026
7.0
“Beautiful location!!!!”
+Location Lounge
−Shower
Rob
United Kingdom · Solo · November 2026
8.0
+Fantastic staff, great location
Gemma
United Kingdom · Family · November 2026
8.0
“What a joy it was to stay at this gothic mansion full of history, surrounded by beautiful grounds.”
+We loved staying in this period property. The buildings and grounds were outstanding with the river running directly past it. We enjoyed admiring the architecture and strolling the grounds. We also enjoyed the cafe on the grounds too.
−The room was a little cold, and there was no way of controlling the heating in the room.
Charlotte
United Kingdom · Family · November 2026
10.0
“Incredibly good value kids thought it was amazing to Stan in this kind of building”
+Amazing scenery
−WiFi is not available
Laszlo
United Kingdom · Family · October 2026
10.0
+Beautiful location, friendly staff, clean rooms.
Tearle’s travels
United Kingdom · Family · October 2026
8.0
“Fantastic value for money, super friendly staff, great location, very hectic during school holidays!”
+This is a fab location in a beautiful setting. Perfect for lots of long walks. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Having the option of the self catering kitchen or to eat in the restaurant is really great for families and the kitchen included everything you would need. There was a nice lounge to relax in and a bar for drinks. The beds in the rooms were comfortable with warm duvets. They had a great laundry room which was really warm so ater a long day walking in the rain it was great to have somewhere to dry our clothes. Wifi is very patchy but I saw this as a bonus as it really gives you a break from everythin! Very affordable accommodation for a family of 5.
−It would have been handy to have a toilet that you can use when in the lounges and kitchen without having to go back to your room each time. We found the breakfast rather sparse and basic for the price charged. The rooms are quite cold as the building is very old with single glazed windows but we were provided with an electric radiator which kept the room temperature warm. It took a really long time for our shower to warm up but once it did it was lovely and hot. You need to plan carefully when using the shared kitchen in the school holidays. There were lots of groups of families staying whilst we were there and between 6-8pm and 7-9am the kitchen was heaving with families cooking. It was a fantastic kitchen but not when everyone was trying to cook at the same time and some families allowed their young children to keep running in and out!
Liz
United Kingdom · Group of friends · October 2026
8.0
+Great location
Jayne
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
8.0
“Had no issues.”
+Good location
−Nothing
Natasha
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
7.0
+Beautiful building
−There was a strange vibration in the room that I couldn’t quite work out.

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 15:00 · check-out until 10:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

15 room types

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

Dormitory Room (6 Adults)

Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults)

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Triple Room with Private Bathroom

Family Room with Private Bathroom

8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Twin Room

Quadruple Room With Private Bathroom

Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Quadruple Room

What this place offers

Parking

Food & drink

Family

Accessibility

Outdoor

General

Location

Address

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is parking available?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews