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Hostel Ilam YHA

Ilam YHA

Ilam Hall
DE62AZ Ashbourne
England & Wales

Tel. +44 1335 350212
Fax. +44 1335 350350

Customer Rating

Total:	88%	88% 100 4
Friendliness of Staff:	90%	90%
Efficiency of Service:	85%	85%
Comfort:	90%	90%
Cleanliness:	90%	90%
Security:	80%	80%
Location:	95%	95%

This refurbished Victorian National Trust mansion is in parkland with fantastic views over Dovedale and within reach of Alton Towers and the Peak District. Ideal for families and groups – we are also licensed for weddings offering you a stunning backdrop to your special day.

You won’t forget your stay in this huge Victorian Gothic manor house owned by the National Trust. Sitting in 84 acres of country parkland on the River Manifold, it offers a wide range of activities. Popular with all, it’s a great base to explore Dovedale or cycle along the Tissington, Manifold or High Peak trails.

Accommodation is in 2-6+ bedded rooms and facilities include TV, laundry, licensed bar, internet access, self-catering kitchen, games room and restaurant.

Hostel bed capacity

Beds per room:					Total beds
Number of rooms:	1	1	11	12	139

Opening times

Opening times (daily/weekly):	08.00 - 23.00
Opening times (over the year):	Flexible opening, please contact the Youth Hostel at least 48 hours ahead to check availability.

Street Map and Route Planning

Directions

Bus:	4km Transpeak from Derby, alight Ilam crossroads. Infrequent service from Ashbourne.
Parking:	Large National Trust Car Park; fees apply
Location:	9km to nearest town of Ashbourne and 28km to nearest city Derby
Rail:	22km to Matlock, 24km Uttoxeter, 28km Derby
Airport:	East Midlands Airport

Attractions

	River/harbour/lake nearby		Hiking area
	Main attractions nearby		Forested/wooded area
	Hostel with a difference		Leisure facilities nearby
	Mountainous/hilly area		Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Ilam YHA

Facilities

	Family rooms available		Suitable for wheelchair users
	Self-catering kitchen		Groups welcome
	Common room(s)		Sheets in price
	Laundry facilities		Internet access
	Credit card accepted		Café/Bar
	Meals available		Games room
	Individual traveller welcome		Non smoking room/area
	Basic store available at or near the hostel		Garden
	Cycle store at Hostel

Customer Reviews Ilam YHA

09 Sep 2011 Barbara, Scotland	90%	90%
Good overall. The hostel staff were very friendly and helpful. Upon leaving the hostel I realised I had left some boxed belongings behind. It took 3 telephone calls on different days to confirm that the box was in the hostel. I asked if my address details could be put onto the box and some old newspaper put into the box to secure contents ready for uplifting by courier. I was assured that this would be done. This did not occur. I thought it prudent to pay for the courier company to print a label and affix it to the box upon uplifting, which proved to be a good move. The box arrived with me with no internal packing and the contents broken. Not a good recommendation for either staff communication and efficiency or good customer relations!! This was not a complex or unusual request and could have been dealt with far more efficiently. A pity, as the stay was very enjoyable.
23 Aug 2011 Anna, England & Wales	90%	90%
Beautiful building and location. Perfect for a relaxing holiday-break.
20 Jun 2011 Julia, England & Wales	83%	83%
Beautiful location! Lovely hostel. Really helpful staff. Nicely decorated. Only grumble is that breakfast needs modernising - think £5 is a bit steep for naff bread and having to clear up your own plate Apart from that, great!