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The family-run Ambleside Townhouse is situated in Ambleside, 800 metres from Lake Windermere. It offers en suite rooms and a full English breakfast in the morning.

Each stylish room has fresh light décor.

The breakfast was delicious, a good variety of options. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It is nicely decorated and our room was very pleasant and comfortable. I absolutely recommend a stay here.

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9
Superb
1,664 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free and soundproof. All units will provide guests with a fridge.

Everything was absolutely brilliant for our stay ,the local is fantastic and parking was at the front door ,the room very cosy and warm ,bed very comfortable and shower amazing

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9.1
Superb
140 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Holmeshead Farm features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Ambleside, 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area and a TV. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower.

Holmeshead Farm B&B is a really good bed and breakfast – it is spotlessly clean, very comfortable and the full English breakfast is both generous and delicious (Ed’s home-made sausages are amazing!) Just what is needed before a day’s walking the fells. Judith is a lovely host, very helpful with great suggestions about dining out and walking etc, yet she also leaves you to enjoy the peace and quiet too – perfect! The gardens are a beautiful quiet place to sit out and take in the views, and they are a haven for wildlife – lots of bird life, and even four spotted flycatchers – a special treat indeed for bird lovers. This is a lovely quiet place to stay, yet so near to several major locations such as Hawkshead and Ambleside, and it’s a brilliant location for anyone that likes walking – so many of the major fell walking areas are very short drives away. We’ll be booking again.

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9.3
Superb
144 reviews
Price from
£150
per night

Guests can enjoy an extensive range of breakfast options to choose from including a full English breakfast, a full American breakfast including homemade pancakes, a breakfast sandwich, smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. The property uses organic, locally sourced produce. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and lactose free options are also available.

The rooms were lovely and modern and very clean through the building. Breakfast was excellent. Loads of choice and just the right amount of food to start your day off. Location is excellent. Right in the heart of the town.

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9.3
Superb
639 reviews
Price from
£66.50
per night

Situated in Ambleside, between Lake Windermere and the village centre, Diamond Lodge Boutique Guest House features free WiFi access and ample free private parking.

Rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and scenic views over the gardens and surrounding countryside. All rooms come with a private bathroom.

Really stylish and clean. Staff were wonderful. Loved the little bottles of fresh milk. Great breakfast.

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9.4
Superb
680 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

High Grassings lies in the heart of the Lake District with views of the surrounding fells. Wray Castle, an impressive castle owned by the National Trust is just 10 minutes' drive away and Tarn Hows is an 8-minute journey by car.

We booked this weekend away for my mum and my husband for a surprise 60th + 70t birthday treat. They both absolutely loved the stay and, the staff were exceptional. They definitely would stay again. Receptionist staff were very helpful and were very attentive, and very polite.

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9.4
Superb
232 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Situated in Ambleside, within 8.4 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km of Lake Windermere, Wanslea Guest House features accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 4-star guest house offers luggage storage space. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 29 km from Derwentwater.

At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies.

Super kind, friendly and helpful hosts! Many delicious breakfast options.

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9.3
Superb
313 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Slack Cottage is located in Ambleside. Each room here will provide you with a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes. You can enjoy lake view and mountain view from the room. Extras include an outdoor seating area, bed linen and ironing facilities.

The bed and breakfast is 3.3 km from Grizedale Forest. Blackpool International Airport is 69 km away.

Very peaceful B&B with view over Lake Windermere. Very clean room and bathroom, friendly host and nice breakfast. I would certainly recommend this B&B!

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9.5
Exceptional
140 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

Stiles has two B&B rooms, one double room (Shiraz) and one king-size room (Merlot), one of which has a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, while the other has a shower over a whirlpool spa bath. Towels, bed linen, toiletries and a hairdryer are all provided. Ironing facilities are also available if required.

Great location, very nice staff, excellent breakfast. Loved the town of Ambleside. Large room.

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9.5
Exceptional
264 reviews
Price from
£88.50
per night

Located in the heart of the Lake District and just 5 minutes' drive from Ambleside, Foxghyll Country House offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking. Set within 3 acres of private gardens, this large country house dates back to the 1600s and has direct access to Loughrigg Fell.

Warm hospitality by the owners, Paul and Rachel. Thoughtful sumptuous breakfast. Spacious room with a great river and pasture view. Comfortable bed. Lots of trees and flowering plants in its 5-acre property. Our 3-night stay was very heavenly and relaxing. Pleasureable walking experience from village to village. Highly recommended for a 3~ 5 day Lake District experience.

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9.9
Exceptional
107 reviews
Price from
£169
per night

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  • Ambleside Townhouse
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,664 reviews

    The family-run Ambleside Townhouse is situated in Ambleside, 800 metres from Lake Windermere. It offers en suite rooms and a full English breakfast in the morning.

    Delivered to room, excellent service and delicious

  • Elder Grove
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 440 reviews

    Located in the English Lake District, Elder Grove bed & breakfast offers award-winning breakfasts, and a quiet bar with free tea and coffee and free Wi-Fi.

    Tastefully decorated, friendly staff and fantastic breakfast

  • Crow How Country Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 540 reviews

    Set in the historic Rydal Valley, amidst the fells, sits Crow How Country Guest House.

    A beautiful country house just 10 minute walk to town.

  • Ambleside Manor - Vegetarian B&B
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 reviews

    Set in Ambleside, within 9.4 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 16 km of Lake Windermere, Ambleside Manor - Vegetarian B&B offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests...

    Loved the hotel! We all did. So cosy, breakfast was amazing!

  • Yewfield Vegetarian Guest house
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 53 reviews

    Situated in Ambleside and only 11 km from Lake Windermere, Yewfield Vegetarian Guest house features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great rooms , beautiful scenery, very accommodating

  • The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,567 reviews

    Located in the pretty Lake District village of Ambleside, this 18th-century hotel is situated in the centre of this historic town, with all the amenities on your doorstep.

    Location & overnight parking outside front door

  • Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection Group
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,050 reviews

    Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection Group stands on the shores of Lake Windermere, a short walk from Ambleside centre.

    Lovely accommodation, good food and friendly staff.

  • Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,139 reviews

    Set above Waterhead Bay in Ambleside is the Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Waterhead Inn.

    Beautiful Location. Comfortable rooms. Great staff.

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  • The Unicorn, Ambleside
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 123 reviews

    Set within the stunning Lake District mountains, The Unicorn Inn is the oldest traditional pub in Ambleside.

    Clean, great location and friendly, helpful staff.

  • The Apple Loft
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 140 reviews

    Offering mountain views, The Apple Loft is an accommodation situated in Ambleside, 9.4 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km from Lake Windermere.

    Room was lovely everything we needed clean and neat

  • Holmeshead Farm
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews

    Holmeshead Farm features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Ambleside, 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

    Lovely place to stay, very peaceful, great location

  • Compston House B & B
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 639 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Compston House B & B offers adult-only accommodation in Ambleside. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV.

    The omelette breakfast was the best I never had, must try!

  • Diamond Lodge Boutique Adults Only Guest House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 680 reviews

    Situated in Ambleside, between Lake Windermere and the village centre, Diamond Lodge Boutique Guest House features free WiFi access and ample free private parking.

    Modern, clean, friendly and plenty parking available.

  • High Grassings Country House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 232 reviews

    High Grassings lies in the heart of the Lake District with views of the surrounding fells.

    Room was exceptional, views were amazing. It was quiet and peaceful

  • Wanslea Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 313 reviews

    Situated in Ambleside, within 8.4 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km of Lake Windermere, Wanslea Guest House features accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi as well as free...

    Owners went beyond to ensure that you had a lovely stay

  • Slack Cottage
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 140 reviews

    Slack Cottage is located in Ambleside. Each room here will provide you with a seating area. There is also an electric kettle.

    Beautiful 14th century cottage just how it should be

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  • Barnes Fell Apartments
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 145 reviews

    This property has views over the Lakeland Fells and also offers free WiFi.

    Great location only a few mins from the centre of Ambleside yet in a quiet area.

  • Foxghyll Country House
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 107 reviews

    Located in the heart of the Lake District and just 5 minutes' drive from Ambleside, Foxghyll Country House offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking.

    the location is stunning and the garden was beautiful

  • 2 Cambridge Villas B & B
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set within 9.1 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 16 km of Lake Windermere, 2 Cambridge Villas B & B in Ambleside offers a garden and rooms with free WiFi.

    The host katie was always pleasant and welcoming , with plenty of choice during breakfast .

  • Wordsworths Guest House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 292 reviews

    Offering fresh, elegant rooms with fell views, Wordworths Guest House provides free parking in Ambleside’s centre. Lake Windermere is only a 10-minute walk away.

    Accommodation ,hosts ,breakfast, location outstanding

  • Haven Cottage
    Central location
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 180 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Ambleside and a mile from Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, this charming guest house was originally 2 separate Victorian cottages.

    Lovely B&B, hosts were great and a delicious breakfast

  • The Lakes B and B
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 90 reviews

    Located in Ambleside in the heart of the beautiful Lake District, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    Breakfast was excellent and good choice of options.

  • Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 463 reviews

    Built from traditional Lakeland stone, Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside offers fresh cooked breakfasts and bright bedrooms with en suite bathrooms.

    Location was central to shops, restaurants, pubs, and walks!

  • Brantfell House
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 464 reviews

    Just a short stroll from Ambleside’s village centre, this beautiful Victorian house has excellent breakfasts and boutique-style rooms, many with views of the fells. Wi-Fi is free.

    Welcoming in a central location with helpful owners.

  • High Wray Farm
    Central location
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 97 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, High Wray Farm offers accommodation in High Wray, 4 miles from Ambleside, in Lake District National Park. Free private parking is available on site.

    Breakfast first class. Quality & choice brilliant.

  • Melrose Guesthouse
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 409 reviews

    Set within the heart of the beautiful Lake District in the idyllic village of Ambleside, Melrose Guesthouse offers spacious rooms and is just 15 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere.

    Quiet location tastefully decorated well maintained

  • Waterwheel Guesthouse
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 95 reviews

    Waterwheel Guesthouse is a guest house set in Ambleside, 2.2 km from Rydal Mount & Gardens. The Grade II listed building is around 350 years old and facing the Stockghyll stream and waterwheel.

    Location fantastic, rooms brilliant, owners so friendly.

  • Lacet House
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 661 reviews

    Lacet House is situated in the heart of Ambleside, within the scenic Lake District National Park.

    Great location, spacious room and delicious breakfast

  • Stiles of Ambleside
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 264 reviews

    Located in the town of Ambleside, in the heart of the Lake District National Park, these rooms are situated above Stiles Coffee Bar, both featuring views of the surrounding fells.

    Another great stay at Stiles, will definitely be returning

  • Brantholme Bed & Breakfast
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 190 reviews

    Brantholme Bed & Breakfast is located in Ambleside. Free WiFi access is available and the property offers free on-site parking. Each room here offers a private bathroom with a shower.

    The hosts are very helpful and supersweet Wonderful people

  • Rothay House
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 336 reviews

    Rothay House is a guest house, set just off the main road and a 5-minute walk from Ambleside town centre.

    Beautifully clean, great location and very good value.

  • Lyndale Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 241 reviews

    Built from Lakeland stone and surrounded by beautiful countryside in the Lake District National Park, this B&B is just a 10-minute walk from the shores of Lake Windermere.

    Amazing Host, Very clean room. Very Comfortable bed. Great breakfast options.

  • Norwood House
    Central location
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 372 reviews

    Centrally located in the villages of the Lake District, Norwood House is a 15-minute walk from the northern edge of Lake Windermere.

    Great location, lovely room and with an amazing host.

  • 3 Cambridge Villas
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 79 reviews

    In the heart of Lake District National Park, this family-run Victorian guest house offers rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Ambleside’s pubs, shops and restaurants are only metres away.

    central location easy walking to eateries and bars

  • 1869 - Room Only Boutique Townhouse
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 556 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated 1869 - Room Only Boutique Townhouse provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi.

    Great location, easy check in and the room was lovely!

  • Meadowbank
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 407 reviews

    Looking out across the beautiful Lake District, family-run Meadowbank bed and breakfast is just 5 minutes’ walk from Ambleside’s charming centre.

    Excellent host and cracking breakfast every morning

  • Rooms at the Apple Pie
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 reviews

    Situated in the Lake District, the Apple Pie is surrounded by picturesque scenery. It is a bakery and cafe that offers 4-star guest accommodation, limited parking spaces and free WiFi.

    Lovely room with nice touches in a fantastic location

  • Ferndale Lodge
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,079 reviews

    Ferndale Lodge, a family-run guest house, is placed only a few minutes’ stroll from the centre of the charming Lake District town of Ambleside. With free parking.

    Simple b&b if your happy to not have breakfast.

  • Rothay Garth
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,105 reviews

    The Rothay Garth is a traditional Lakeland guest house with beautiful mountain views. Set in the heart of Ambleside village, The Rothay offers en suite rooms and free parking.

    variety of breakfast was 100%. staff are very friendly

  • The Gables Guest House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 182 reviews

    With wonderful countryside views, this stylish hotel is 2 minutes' walk from the centre of Ambleside. It offers free Wi-Fi and a tasty breakfast.

    Really loved it. Central ..has everything..great breakfast

  • Brathay Lodge
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 915 reviews

    This family-run Ambleside bed and breakfast offers on-site parking £12, free Wi-Fi, and bedrooms, shower and king-size beds. There are scenic views over Wansfell and Loughrigg.

    Location and all the staff couldn’t do enough for us

  • Badger Bar
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 675 reviews

    Situated in the heart of the picturesque Lake District National Park, Badger Bar is opposite Rydal Water and a 20-minute bus ride from the scenic town of Windermere.

    Really comfy large bed! Excellent breakfast Friendly staff

  • Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,263 reviews

    Brathay Hall is the residential training center of Brathay Trust. It provides double, twin and single en-suite rooms on a room only basis, which are located around the site.

    Was set in a lovely area and was kept clean an tidy

  • The Waterhead Inn- The Inn Collection Group
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,345 reviews

    Next to Lake Windermere, the stylish Waterhead Inn offers an onsite restaurant/bar and comfortable rooms, many of which have lake views. Ambleside is just a 10-minute walk away.

    Beautiful location, friendly staff, delicious food

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B&Bs that guests love in Ambleside

  • Avg. price/night: £169
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,852 reviews
    Great location. Good breakfast. Nice to be able to use pub facilities but stay in quieter annexe.
    Pacey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.50
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 639 reviews
    Friendly and welcoming hosts. Excellent breakfast. Great location. Free parking throughout Ambleside.
    Katharine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £170
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 675 reviews
    Great location , ideal base for walking . Plenty of on-site parking . Great breakfasts. Very old building which made it charming & quirky . Our room , Windermere , looked out onto beautiful woodland and was very quiet . And there are badgers !!!!
    Audrey
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 463 reviews
    Great hosts .excellent breakfasts.great location. Secured parking.
    Petewee
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 463 reviews
    Wonderful hosts and very clean and well presented quiet property. Relaxing stay . All facilities you would need. Excellent breakfast in a great location . Free parking.
    Barbara
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 540 reviews
    Great Location, quiet and comfortable. Excellent breakfast, lovely staff.
    Susan
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 661 reviews
    Great hosts, couldn't be more helpful. Nice room, excellent breakfast. Private parking essential for Ambleside.
    David
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 661 reviews
    Great location and excellent breakfast, the fresh fruit & yogurt was delicious before a full english to set you up for the day. On site parking. Friendly hosts.
    emma
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,079 reviews
    Location for local amenities is great. Nice stroll down to the lake. Quiet on a night with private parking to the rear. We stayed in room 2 which is ground floor level, everything you need is in the room & bathroom is compact but clean with a hot, powerful shower. Rob is a great host & couldn’t be more helpful. We only stayed for two nights but will definitely stay again & hopefully for longer. As the title says - excellent value for money.
    derek
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 540 reviews
    Great location, very quiet, superb rooms with an excellent breakfast.
    Christopher
    Young couple