Lake Rd, Waterhead Bay, Ambleside, LA22 0HD, United Kingdom
#37 of 46 B&Bs and Inns in Ambleside
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1102 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 June 2024
Jacqueline
United KingdomCrossing the road between accommodation and reception, bar and food. Gate and road to accommodation didn't have a safe crossing, had to keep watching the road for traffic.
The accommodation, breakfast and all the staff were excellent, thank you.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 June 2024
Ann
SingaporeThe towel radiator didn't work in one of the rooms. There also rusting at the soap dispenser in one of the rooms. The carpet had a bit of smell perhaps due to dog pee from the previous occupants.
Breakfast was excellent. We enjoy Sebastian - the staff from France making us feel at home every day. We stayed at the Inn for 5 days. The restaurant serves a remarkable cuisine too. The rooms were quite cosy.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 18 June 2024
Derek
United KingdomNo complaints whatsoever.
Excellent position set back from the main hotel. Very quiet. All rooms immaculate. All staff pleasant and efficient. Great bar and breakfast in the main hotel. Good location for both ferry and bus links to other areas
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 18 June 2024
Cathy
United KingdomThe pillows were too firm and big. A steep path up to the building which is over the road from the main hotel which could be a problem in bad weather.
Lovely view from our window. Room bright and clean. Nice to have table and chairs outside. Friendly local staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Tracy
United KingdomNothing comes to mind
We were in the area for a wedding, and this hotel met our requirements for distance to the venue. The room was lovely it was apart from the main hotel and we had our own entrance with a table and chairs outside, it had a fantastic view across the lake and the hills. The location is absolutely stunning. We had lunch on arrival and then breakfast, which was included, the food was good and the staff amazing, very friendly and chatty. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Helen
United KingdomThere was supposed to be Wi-Fi but it didn't reach my room - not a huge issue though. I've stayed in one of the hotels in this 'collection' before and had breakfast in the same place - last time the breakfast was brilliant, this time it was fine but not as good as previously: there wasn't the same selection of pastries as there was before, and the poached eggs on "thickly sliced farm house toast" came out on burnt, very thinly sliced toast.
Lovely room, I requested a bath and they met this request which was great (and the bath was lovely - ran quickly and nice and hot!). Nice to have a smart TV. No noise in the hotel and a very comfortable bed. Staff when I went to check in, check out and have breakfast were all very friendly. Location is great, a few minutes walk from the lake.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 12 June 2024
Nicole
United KingdomLovely little place! I've stayed here a few times now. The breakfast is really good, the restaurant is huge overlooking the lake with goregeous views.. Beds are really comfy, and it's good that they have dog friendly rooms. Everything is within walking distance. I will be returning again :) The staff are great and make you feel very welcome.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 June 2024
Elizabeth
United KingdomProblem is that the lovely hotel has been taken over byt a consortium so you have to check in at teh Waterside and have breakfast there instead of at the hotel. Parking spaces limited
Lovely location and superb rooms
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Miguel
United KingdomThe heating didn’t turn on at all times
The comfy bath
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Jean
United KingdomHaving to cross the road to go to main hotel, hotel annexe (Lakeside) is not suitable for elderly people
Friendly staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Kristy
United StatesGreat facility
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Simon
United KingdomNothing all was perfect.
Location.Room condition was immaculate and comfy.Restaurant/Bar great atmosphere and immaculate with lovely staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Landysh
NorwayElegant hotel at the Lake, very quiet, nice beds
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
Rachel
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn't like
The place was just fantastic we were in one of the hideaway suites it was fabulous so comfortable would highly recommend the hotel it really was amazing, the staff were so welcoming and nothing was to much trouble will most certainly be going back.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 1 June 2024
David
United KingdomGot small eggs royale when asked for large. That’s all.
Lakeside location of bar / restaurant. Not as busy as neighbouring locations but just as scenic and beautiful.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Chatterjee
United KingdomOnly thing is , the price is on the higher end .
Breakfast was included and it was quite good . There are many options in the buffet for bakery items, fresh fruits, juice, cereals and cold meat. Also there are hot items which are served on the table which were just too good !
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Duff
United KingdomRoom too small. No bottled water supplied in room
Staff lovely. Food Excellent.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Ian
United KingdomI was on the second floor so lots of stairs to climb but not really an issue
Lovely clean room across the road from the main pub
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Roxy
United KingdomNo negatives.
The location was perfect, and the room was clean, big, and comfy.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
John
United KingdomNothing could have been improved( apart from the price of drinks in the bar!). We also didn't appreciate that our booked rooms were actually in the annexe, which is across the (often very) busy main road into Ambleside: not a big issue given the sunny weather, but I feel it could be an issue in rainy or inclement weather conditions, having to walk down a steep driveway, across the road, and then round to the front entrance of the hotel. nWe will ensure that we book rooms in the main building when we return.
The level of service from Chris( the manager) could not have been better- the professional efficient way he dealt with an issue in our booked room was exceptional. All of the staff we interacted with were friendly and efficient and couldn't;t have been more helpful
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
James
United KingdomBrilliant hotel and the Lakehouse was an idyllic location with a great view, very cosy room! Super friendly and accommodating staff made the stay really enjoyable , I had a very relaxing evening with a great tea time meal before my marathon !
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Emily
United StatesThe parking is a bit tight so maybe rent a small car if possible, but having free parking on site was great!
Adorable inn, nice rooms, great views. Excellent location. Breakfast was lovely.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Delboy99
United Kingdomparking was awful if you had any car bigger than a ford focus
food and drinks great
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Andrew
United KingdomLovely location and ease of access.
Stayed in May 2024
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