YHA Grinton Lodge

Beware of the wind. We stayed in a landpod with our two young children, we have stayed in these before and they are amazing, in good weather I would highly recommend. The problem this time is that the wind was so so strong and did not settle the whole night. Because the landpod have metal bars, it was extremely loud, it felt like trying to sleep through severe turbulence. The forecast said the wind was due to continue, so needless to say we sadly cut short our stay and left at 9am the following morning. We did ask if they had any rooms inside but since our 2 yr old cannot sleep in a bunk, there were no options in there suitable/available. Having left in plenty of time, I thought the hostel would be accommodating in refunding our second night. Every landpod was free and we had paid for the one night. I was really shocked at how awfully my request was handled. I was told to ring head office, I was on the phone to them for 15 mins and subsequently told to e-mail customer services, I then didn't hear back for over 2 weeks, to be told that " we offered you a room in the hostel therefore we cannot give you a refund" which is completely false and very disappointing. I understand they have to make money but it was truely not a suitable nights accommodation and seems very unreasonable.

Lovely staff breakfast etc. Photos on site was misleading- showed twin room got bunkbeds.

The amenities at Grinton Lodge are excellent, the staff are incredibly helpful and friendly and the surrounding countryside is extremely beautiful. Highly recommended. s

Nice peacefull location, beautiful scenic views, nice little walk into Reeth.

Great location for exploring this part of the country. Thought the staff were really friendly and helpful

Very friendly staff who kindly got me in last minute due to my booking error. Showers very good and plenty of toilet facilities even though they were not in room .breakfast great value ,plentiful and delicious. Ideal cheap accommodation for a few nights stay in a beautiful location.

Gorgeous views , beautiful countryside purple Heather moorland, sheep and very peaceful place. The hostel itself needs money spent on it, no fault of the welcoming and hard working staff. Our room had mould on the walls and we were given another room, more comfortable. Everywhere seems run down, paint peeling, botched repairs, ****s all around, but guests are happy, nice atmosphere and nice warm rooms, hot water and comfy beds. Outdoor table tennis was popular with families but no other games or leisure facilities apart from a lounge with seating. Good kitchen to cook in. Hope to sample some of the cooking next time.

Excellent value Helpful and friendly staff. Who made sure we got food ordered in time. The food was delicious and reasonably priced - in particular yhe breakfast Room clean and comfortable. Beautiful settings. No need to go to the pub in the evening!

Perfect overnight stop off en route to my destination