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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 room was big enough, clean and tidy. The staff was very friendly and helpful with any request we had. Absolutely recommended. The location is perfect because the bus stop to Windermere and the city centre was 2 mins away.

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9
Superb
1,688 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

The Old Stamp House Apartment- Central Village Location Rooms Priced Based on Number of Guests is located in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater, as well as 34 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 42 km from Muncaster Castle, 44 km from Buttermere and 46 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 9.2 km away.

Amazing location in the most stunning village in the Lake District. A very easy check in and out process, fantastic communication from staff, all the essentials provided. A very comfortable apartment and so good to have a full sized fridge in the kitchen! The apartment comes with a parking pass too, which made the stay much easier and more affordable. So many incredible choices for food and shopping within the town too. An excellent selection of chain retailers and local stores.

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9
Superb
184 reviews
Price from
£220
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
154 reviews
Price from
£125
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.

A beautiful quiet location with stunning scenery. Our hosts were lovely and could not have been more helpful., even going so far as to drive up to a nearby restaurant to see if there were any tables available when we couldnt call on our mobile. Breakfasts were delicious and huge.

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9.3
Superb
143 reviews

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Compston House B & B offers adult-only accommodation in Ambleside.

Rooms come with a flat-screen TV. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Location, fully renovated room, wonderful hosts & an awesome breakfast

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9.3
Superb
649 reviews
Price from
£85.50
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.

Everything. This place is absolutely, spotlessly clean, has very nice furnishings and bedding, the staff (especially Haley) is out of this world friendly and kind, and breakfast was delicious - made any way you wanted.

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9.4
Superb
703 reviews
Price from
£149
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.

Our stay at High Grassings, Lake District Bed and Breakfast was nothing short of magical. Nestled in the heart of breathtaking scenery, this charming B&B offered the perfect blend of comfort and elegance. The hosts were incredibly warm and welcoming, providing personalized service that made us feel right at home. Each morning, we were greeted with a sumptuous breakfast that catered to all tastes, featuring fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The room was beautifully appointed, with attention to detail that ensured a luxurious and restful experience. The bed was like sleeping on a cloud, and the views from our window were picturesque, offering a serene backdrop to our stay. The location was ideal for exploring the natural beauty of the Lake District, with easy access to roads, trails and lakes. Tarn Hows was close by and simply quintessentially English countryside at its best! What truly set this B&B apart was the genuine care and hospitality of the hosts. They went above and beyond to ensure our visit was memorable, providing insightful recommendations and thoughtful touches throughout our stay. David & Michelle May 2024.

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9.4
Superb
235 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.

Ambleside is lovely, the hotel is in an excellent location a few minutes walk from the center, and a few minutes walk from many hiking trails in the area. The hosts are kind, they helped us a lot with every request, including recommendations for routes and even providing detailed maps. The room is large, spacious and very clean, the shower is great. The wifi reception was very good. The breakfast was excellent, lots of options and all very tasty. Vegans are also well taken care of, including excellent homemade vegan sausages, spreads and more. All very tasty. We are very happy that we came and highly recommend

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9.3
Superb
321 reviews
Price from
£73
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.

Comfy, cozy clean cottage with lots of character in a beautiful location on the edge of a lake. Host and hostess were very kind and helpful. Breakfast was wonderful.

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9.5
Exceptional
144 reviews
Price from
£108
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.

Everything about this place is lovely

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9.9
Exceptional
113 reviews
Price from
£180
per night

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  • Ambleside Townhouse
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,688 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

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

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

    Verty comfortable room, peaceful location, highly recommend.

  • Yewfield Vegetarian Guest house
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 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

  • Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,163 reviews

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

    Beautiful Location. Comfortable rooms. Great staff.

  • Rothay Garth
    Breakfast options
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,137 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

  • Badger Bar
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 684 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

  • The Apple Loft
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 154 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
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 143 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

These holiday rentals in Ambleside have options with FREE cancellation

  • Rooms at the Apple Pie
    Free cancellation options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 231 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

  • Ambleside Central
    Free cancellation options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 781 reviews

    In the Lake District, Ambleside Central is a tall Victorian building, offering room-only accommodation with period features over three floors. Please bare in mind that there is no lift/elevator.

    Property is central and room is clean and spacious.

  • Compston House B & B
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 650 reviews

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

    Breakfast was amazing, everything you needed and more.

  • Diamond Lodge Boutique Adults Only Guest House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 702 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
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 235 reviews

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

    Very clean and comfortable with superb views. Staff very friendly

  • Wanslea Guest House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 321 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
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 144 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

  • Foxghyll Country House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 113 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

Highly rated holiday rentals in Ambleside

  • The Old Stamp House Apartment- Central Village Location Rooms Priced Based on Number of Guests
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 184 reviews

    The Old Stamp House Apartment- Central Village Location Rooms Priced Based on Number of Guests is located in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater, as well as 34 km from...

    Ideal location as we were eating in the restaurant.

  • Town Centre Haven Mountain Views Urban Convenience
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 26 reviews

    Located 29 km from Derwentwater, 35 km from Askham Hall and 42 km from Muncaster Castle, Town Centre Haven Mountain Views Urban Convenience provides accommodation situated in Ambleside.

    Loved the location, and all the facilities provided.

  • Brantholme Bed & Breakfast
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 188 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

  • Norwood House
    8.0+ review score
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 384 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.

  • Lacet House
    8.0+ review score
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 660 reviews

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

    Everything was exceptional, room, breakfast, hosts.

  • Lyndale Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 246 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.

    Lovely owner who goes the extra mile. Great breakfast. Clean, cozy, and comfortable.

  • Haven Cottage
    8.0+ review score
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 189 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

  • Wordsworths Guest House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 298 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.

    Beautiful guest house, very clean and lovely hosts.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Ambleside

  • Avg. price/night: £138
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 937 reviews
    Beautiful village of Ambleside was great, lovely accommodation, very central to a great choice of food and entertainment.
    Linda
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £128.90
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,137 reviews
    Very central to all locations a quick walk to lake Windermere and if you have a car not far from other villages
    Donna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £105
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,611 reviews
    The bed was comfortable. The water hot. The breakfast good. The location is central in the village.
    k
    karen
    Solo traveller
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 184 reviews
    Amazing location in the most stunning village in the Lake District. A very easy check in and out process, fantastic communication from staff, all the essentials provided. A very comfortable apartment and so good to have a full sized fridge in the kitchen! The apartment comes with a parking pass too, which made the stay much easier and more affordable. So many incredible choices for food and shopping within the town too. An excellent selection of chain retailers and local stores.
    Rach Hay
    Family with young children
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews
    Warm and cosy, parking, kitchen and bathroom kitted out, close to village, peaceful, mod cons
    Ben
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,103 reviews
    Very clean and tidy, close to everything shops, other towns and villages, good location, Rob was excellent host, gave us great recommendations for drives and walks around the place.
    Imanuel Gopal
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £125
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 467 reviews
    Location - close enough to both the hub of the village for shops, bars and restaurants and the many walks on your doorstep. An easy walk to the lake is 15/20mins depending on pace. Room - the room I had was large, clean and tastefully decorated with a huge bed. Hosts - Mandy & Adie are incredibly welcoming and are great for local info or guidance on your plans. The cooked breakfast is awesome and sets you up for the day!
    Stephen
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 650 reviews
    The location of Compston House is excellent, being very convenient to the village centre. Travelling on my own, I was very well looked after, which I really appreciated.
    Cathy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £125
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 467 reviews
    The location is excellent right in the centre of the village. Easy to walk to all the shops, pubs and restaurants. Adie and Mandy were the most welcoming hosts, so friendly and attentive and knowledgeable about the local area. There is no parking at the property, but Adie gave us a permit so that we could park nearby. The room was spotless, and the breakfasts were fabulous. It was our first stay at Brantfell House, and we'll definitely be back.
    CatherineDson
    Young couple
  • 6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 3 reviews
    We just enjoyed a wonderful stay in Ambleside at the superb Swiss Villas. It was just like a home from home. Very clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped for everything we needed to spend the week exploring the area. Key collection and parking was easy (just use the disc in the house). Info folder in the house was very useful. We did a lot of cooking so very pleased that the kitchen was so well stocked with the basics, unlike previous holiday homes we have been too. All in all a fantastic stay. Would absolutely recommend this property.
    Beverly
    Young couple

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