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The 10 Best Guest Houses in Ambleside, UK

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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.

Ambleside Townhouse offers free car parking and a lock-up area for motorcycles and bicycles. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Excellent!! Stars plus for breakfast 😊

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9
Superb
1,666 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

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. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The guest house has family rooms.

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
142 reviews
Price from
£96
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
681 reviews
Price from
£130
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.

Everything!! The bed was super comfy, room was brilliant, Steve, Tina & Charlie are lovely, breakfast was amazing, location is exceptional. Steve gave us directions for the perfect walk that starts just around the corner and looks back through town. We'll be back. Thank you both so much!

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9.3
Superb
313 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Centrally located in the villages of the Lake District, Norwood House is a 15-minute walk from the northern edge of Lake Windermere. Free parking is available to guests, and free WiFi is accessible throughout the property.

The host is so lovely, amazing b&b!

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9.2
Superb
372 reviews
Price from
£57.50
per night

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. Ambleside is only 5 minutes away on foot.

Rooms at Lyndale Guest House are elegant and traditionally furnished. Each has a TV, a wardrobe for storage space, and an en suite or private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Lovely clean bedroom and bathroom, great location. Cooked breakfast tasted fantastic! Our 3 year old approved as he stayed in his bed most the night which is unheard of!

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9.3
Superb
241 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

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. It specialises in home-cooked food and offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site.

Beautiful little B&B right in the heart of Ambleside.

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9.8
Exceptional
180 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

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.

Each room at Wordsworths features an en suite bathroom with underfloor heating, or a heated towel rail and a hairdryer, as well as free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a smart flat-screen TV, tea/coffee facilities and a radio alarm clock.

They run an exemplary B&B. The friendliness & thoughtfulness of the host with local knowledge was most apparent. Everything was of a high standard with provision of added extras to give be travellers a welcoming & comfortable stay. The host was attentive & helpful like a friend.

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9.8
Exceptional
292 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

Rothay House is a guest house, set just off the main road and a 5-minute walk from Ambleside town centre. Only 1 mile from Lake Windermere, it serves local produce and homemade jams and marmalades for breakfast. Just 10 minutes' drive from Windermere and the World of Beatrix Potter, this guest accommodation offers rooms with a private bathroom.

Breakfast was delicious and beds very comfortable and warm. The stay was very cosy and we were looked after

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9.3
Superb
336 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

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.

The Guesthouse also provides a secure storage for mountain bikes.

Everything!! Convenient, great hosts, clean!

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9.6
Exceptional
409 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: £93.50
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 640 reviews
    The guest house is in a great location, the hosts are amazing and the house is spotless. Our room was really nice with a very comfortable bed, kettle, coffee machine, tv and a radio alarm clock. The en-suite was lovely with ample shower gel, shampoo and towels. We have dietary requirements and the hosts could not have been more helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was amazing with a huge choice on the menu, there is something for everyone. Mia the dog is lovely too, she is so friendly!
    Matthew
    Young couple
  • 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
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 661 reviews
    Everything was perfect, great locations and great hosts!
    Jack
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 265 reviews
    Lovely bed and breakfast, great location, the room was lovely, warm and cosy and the breakfast was delicious. The hosts were really friendly and welcoming.
    Lucy
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 463 reviews
    Lovely BnB. Great location. Fab breakfast.Great hosts. Very clean and comfortable.
    Lynne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £115
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 556 reviews
    Fantastic apartment. Very spacious. Great hosts and great location.
    Ian
    Young couple
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 26 reviews
    There was ample off road parking and the property was very quiet and quaint. The bed was comfortable. The host was super lovely and happy to help with any enquiries
    Sarah
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 292 reviews
    The location was perfect - all the facilities in Ambleside were on the doorstep yet the room was quiet (we were at the back of the house). Good parking available. The room and bathroom were spotless and the breakfast was excellent. Janet was a great hostess and nothing was too much trouble.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 95 reviews
    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Waterwheel, our hosts were lovely and all the extra touches were very nice. The breakfast was beautiful and the location was spot on, right in the centre of the town but very quiet. It is a great location to explore anywhere in the Lakes and would highly recommend the Waterwheel Guesthouse.
    Gemma
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 95 reviews
    Lovely quaint guesthouse Debbie & Paul great hosts, very friendly & welcoming. Lovely touch with the flapjacks & port Would stay again
    Diane
    Young couple