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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.

I had a fantastic stay at my landlord's property in the UK. The room was spacious and impeccably clean. Our landlord was incredibly patient and provided us with great assistance, ensuring a wonderful experience during our stay. Overall, it's a great value accommodation, and I'll definitely choose to stay here again when my family visits the UK in the future!

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9.1
Wonderful
1,677 reviews
Price from
£89
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
Wonderful
156 reviews
Price from
£124
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
Wonderful
713 reviews
Price from
£165
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.

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

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9.3
Wonderful
315 reviews
Price from
£73
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.

Very well located in a beautiful area. Very welcoming and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.

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9.2
Wonderful
381 reviews
Price from
£126.50
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.

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
Wonderful
248 reviews
Price from
£61
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.

1. Location Ideal base to plan trips around the lakes. Many accessible walks around the property which you can get to by foot, without needing to drive out. The town centre is easily accessible by foot as well. Many great food spots. Surrounding locations (e.g. Windermere, Grasmere, Buttermere etc.) are a reasonable distance away and you could make a day trip out. 2. Rooms Room and bathroom are both pristine - kudos to the staff! The bed mattress was of good quality - essential after long days out hiking. 3. Breakfast I would honestly stay just for the amazing breakfasts prepared by our hosts. Amanda is a nutritionist and the care and effort that goes into her cooking (to name a few: eggs sourced locally, bacon specifically sourced to be prepared without nitrates, sausages made specially by the butcher, homemade granola) truly pays off. We were well-fed and watered, and I think she'd be happy to know that her breakfasts gave us all the fuel we needed until the evening. 4. Hosts Many thanks to our wonderful hosts. Very friendly and accommodating. Gave great recommendations for food and day trips out. Overall: I simply cannot recommend Haven Cottage enough! This is an outstanding B&B, and deserves all the recognition it can get.

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9.7
Exceptional
188 reviews
Price from
£125
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.

Reasonably priced accommodation in Ambleside with a great breakfast menu and very welcoming hosts, own car park a definite bonus. Rooms on the slightly small side, but very comfortable. Short walk into town, quarter of an hour to Waterhead and the steamers.

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9.3
Wonderful
345 reviews
Price from
£87.50
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 4-star rooms at Melrose feature scenic fell views, en-suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Guests can also make use of free toiletries, tea/coffee facilities with biscuits and daily newspapers on request.

Everything!! Convenient, great hosts, clean!

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9.6
Exceptional
413 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Built from traditional Lakeland stone, Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside offers fresh cooked breakfasts and bright bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. In the centre of beautiful Ambleside, there is also free parking.

Very well presented and tasteful facility. The owners are efficient and explain everything, from parking to breakfast, very fully. The breakfast is great. The owners are friendly and always ready to help. The rooms have everything you need. Great value and a very central position for Ambleside's attractions.

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9.7
Exceptional
481 reviews
Price from
£133
per night

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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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  • Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,148 reviews

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

    Lovely clean room across the road from the main pub

  • Rothay Garth
    Breakfast options
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,145 reviews

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

    the location and value for money also it has parking

  • Brathay Lodge
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 933 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

  • Ambleside Townhouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,678 reviews

    The family-run Ambleside Townhouse is located in Ambleside, 2625 feet from Lake Windermere. It offers rooms with attached bathroom and a full English breakfast in the morning.

    Delivered to room, excellent service and delicious

  • The Apple Loft
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 156 reviews

    The Apple Loft enjoys a location in Ambleside, 5.8 miles from World of Beatrix Potter and 10 miles from Lake Windermere. Both Wifi and private parking are accessible at the guest house free of charge.

    Room was lovely everything we needed clean and neat

  • Diamond Lodge Boutique Adults Only Guest House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 713 reviews

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

    Modern, clean, friendly and plenty parking available.

  • Wanslea Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 316 reviews

    Wanslea Guest House in Ambleside provides adults-only accommodations with water sports facilities and a garden. This guest house features free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi.

    Owners went beyond to ensure that you had a lovely stay

  • Norwood House
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 381 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.

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  • Lyndale Guest House
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 248 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.

    Good location, well looked after property and comfortable

  • Haven Cottage
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 188 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

  • Rothay House
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 344 reviews

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

    Beautifully clean, great location and very good value.

  • Melrose Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 413 reviews

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

    Quiet location tastefully decorated well maintained

  • Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 481 reviews

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

    Lovely place, friendly and helpful hosts, great location

  • Brantfell House
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 467 reviews

    Just a short stroll from Ambleside’s village center, 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.

  • Barnes Fell Apartments
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 151 reviews

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

    Ethna was lovely and friendly. A really nice host.

  • Waterwheel Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 95 reviews

    Waterwheel Guest house is a guest house set in Ambleside, 1.4 mi 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.

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  • The Log House
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    The Log House offers accommodations in Ambleside, 18 miles from Derwentwater and 21 miles from Muncaster Castle.

  • 3 Cambridge Villas
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 84 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 yards away.

    central location easy walking to eateries and bars

  • Rooms at the Apple Pie
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 235 reviews

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

    Lovely room with nice touches in a fantastic location

  • 1869 - Room Only Boutique Townhouse
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 565 reviews

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

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

  • Ferndale Lodge
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,107 reviews

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

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

  • The Gables Guest House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 187 reviews

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

    Very clean and lovely staff in a nicely decorated hotel

  • Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,210 reviews

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

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

  • Ambleside Central
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 777 reviews

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

    Property is central and room is clean and spacious.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Ambleside

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 144 reviews
    Lovely location, excellent accommodation. Great hosts.
    Cathy
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 713 reviews
    Excellent location - close walk to Ambleside. Lovely hostess. Great breakfast. Nice and clean
    Caroline
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 344 reviews
    Absolutely spotless clean, excellent location, delicious breakfast and lovely hosts.
    Beth
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 467 reviews
    If you're searching for a great B and B in Ambleside, you've found it! Accommodation is spotless, breakfast plentiful - lots of choice - beds comfortable and room peaceful. Mandy and Adie are great hosts, welcoming, friendly and attentive. Their recommendations for places to eat were spot on. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here. The hosts are exceptionally good at what they do.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 413 reviews
    Exceptional. Very clean and comfortable. Beautifully decorated throughout. Excellent breakfast, lovely hosts, secure free parking and in a great location too
    Tracey
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 481 reviews
    Hillsdale is beautifully decorated, immaculately clean, outstanding breakfast, great hosts and is in a fabulous location!
    Christina
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 643 reviews
    Lovely hosts and fab breakfast. Right in the middle of Ambleside, close to all pubs and shops. Would happily return :)
    Krystina
    Solo traveler
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 643 reviews
    Excellent location, lovely hosts and great tasty breakfast with lots of choice.
    Julie
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 84 reviews
    Great host...very helpful and a great location. Breakfast was lovely and the room was spotless definitely stay here again.
    carl
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 144 reviews
    Lovely peaceful location, beautiful cottage. Great hosts. Thank you Chris and Liz for your lovely home. Beautiful cottage in lovely location. The view of the lake and mountains are amazing. Daisy and I enjoyed our stay very much. Chris and Liz lovely hosts.
    andy
    Young couple