Places to stay in Ambleside, Cumbria

We currently have 70 accommodations in and around Ambleside. There are also other regional listings available for Self Catering, Campsites, Hotels, Inns and other properties. You can filter these listings by the available types.

As a tourist centre Ambleside has a long and favourable history. For well over 150 years the town has earned a living catering for visitors, giving them mostly what they wanted, provided they didn't mind what they got. The last twenty five years have seen a revolution in tourist provision however, as upgrading of catering at all levels has been led by the market and by encouragement from official bodies. Few could nowadays claim that they cannot enjoy the level of catering they expect. All sectors of the market, from campers to gourmets, will find satisfactory establishments in Ambleside and its outlying hamlets and villages. Places to eat in the region include Restaurant At Elder Grove, Restaurant At Lakes Lodge, Restaurant At The Fisherbeck Hotel, and Queens Head Hotel.

The center of Ambleside ( which is at is longitude -2°57'45.36 and latitude 54°25'30.72 ) is located 1 mile away from Rydal, 2 miles away from Waterhead Bay, 3 miles away from Troutbeck and 4 miles away from Grasmere.

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The Brantfell House

In the heart of the Lake District Brantfell, a boutique style guest house, is probably one of the finest places to stay when you explore the Lake District. We are within striking distance of the centre of the village, with its multitude of shops, restaurants, pubs, cafes and lots more. Ambleside .....

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The Melrose Guest House

Melrose Guesthouse is an elegant Victorian bed and breakfast (B&B) in the centre of Ambleside, at the heart of the Lake District National Park. The Melrose is perfect for a weekend retreat, a mid-week break or a family holiday. Come and escape the pressures of modern living and relax and enjoy the .....

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The High Wray Farm B&B

For those seeking comfortable accommodation set amid beautiful Lakeland scenery, yet close to the tourist centres of Hawkshead and Ambleside, High Wray Farm will provide an ideal base for you to stay. High Wray Farm lies amid rolling hills above the quiet Western Shores of Lake Windermere, from .....

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The Smallwood House

Everyone at the Smallwood House Hotel in Ambleside takes pride in offering quality service in a friendly environment. Smallwood House Hotel is a family run hotel in Ambleside in the heart of the English Lake District. We offer the perfect venue for family holidays, activity weekends or group .....

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The Waterwheel Guesthouse

A quality guesthouse in Ambleside, the English Lake District Visitors have long been enchanted with the picturesque setting in which the whitewashed Waterwheel cottage nestles in the heart of Ambleside. The guesthouse, now a Grade II listed building, sits on an ancient cobbled street overlooking .....

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The Tower Bank Arms

The Tower Bank Arms offers a rural retreat and central base from which to walk or tour the Lakes. Situated only two miles from Hawkshead, seven miles from Ambleside and a short ferry trip across Lake Windermere to Bowness. The Tower Bank Arms in a traditional 17th Century Lakeland Inn is .....

Cottage / Caravan Park

The Skelwith Fold Caravan Park

At our Lake District caravan site, there is a pitch here to suit all. From open aspects to woodland glades and secluded corners, or family friendly pitches adjacent to the adventure play area. Every pitch has a few things in common – picturesque surroundings, ancient woodland and a wonderful .....

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The Queens Hotel

We look forward to welcoming you to the Queens Hotel situated in the centre of Ambleside right in the heart of the Lake District. The hotel is ideally placed for touring the magnificent Lakeland countryside and visitor attractions. We are open throughout the year and offer special breaks for .....

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Photograph of Burlington's Restaurant, Windermere
Burlington's Restaurant

Mortal Man Inn ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Beneath the rugged fells of Troutbeck Valley, just outside Windermere and Ambleside in the English Lake District, lies The Mortal Man. An established traditional Lake District Inn since 1689, it resides over the wonderous panoramic views of Lakeland mountains that have captivated the great minds through the centuries. Today, under new ownership, the Mortal Man continues to inspire and charm its visitors. Based in the heart of the Lake District it is the perfect base for Lakeland walks or to take a trip on Lake Windermere and wander the beautiful towns and villages close-by. Whether you are searching for Lake District Accommodation, traditional Lake District food or a Lake District beer, the Mortal Man has it all. www.themortalman.co.uk Link

Restaurant At Lakes Lodge ( Dining / Other ). Lakes Lodge is a fresh, contemporary take on the traditional Lakeland Bed and Breakfast. Situated in picturesque and bustling Ambleside – the heart of the Lake District – and footsteps away from more than 50 cafés, restaurants and inns, Lakes Lodge is the perfect bolt-hole for your getaway, and an excellent base for venturing further afield to experience all the Lake District has to offer. www.lakeslodge.co.uk Link

Restaurant At Red Bank Guest House ( Dining / Other ). Red Bank is an elegant, traditionally built Lakeland house located in the residential fringes of Ambleside. The centre of the village along with its many restaurants, bars and local amenities is only a 5 minute walk. The Lake Windermere launch and steamer trips are available at Waterhead which is only half a mile away. Our central location makes Red Bank Guest House an ideal base for discovering the Lake District - From here all the grandeur of the Lake District National Park are within easy reach - as are outdoor activities and water sports of every kind. We have 3 tastefully furnished en-suite rooms offering spacious deluxe Bed & Breakfast accommodation with many little extras. Our 5 Star Visit Britain award together with our Silver Accolade reflect the comfort, quality and service enjoyed by our guests. Feel assured that we will do our very best to make your stay with us as relaxing and comfortable as possible.

Fellinis ( / Vegetarian ). Fellinis is a modern 'Vegeterranean' restaurant catering for the most discerning palate with a distinct Mediterranean twist. Above the restaurant a state of the art digital cinema shows the latest arthouse and niche film productions with live satellite links to world class events of Opera, Ballet and Theatre. www.fellinisambleside.com Link

Restaurant At Brathay Lodge ( Dining / Other ). Brathay Lodge, Ambleside, is a traditional English Lake District B & B which was originally built as two semi detached properties around 1890 probably to satisfy the demand for guest, B&B, hotel and Pet Friendly accommodation by the Lake District tourist industry which was then in its infancy. The property has been totally refurbished in a contemporary style B & B which is fairly unique to the area. The brief to the interior design team was to create an informal atmosphere conducive to unwinding with high class guest accommodation to a high quality hotel / B & B standard. www.brathay-lodge.co.uk Link

Restaurant At Elder Grove ( Dining / Other ). Elder Grove bed and breakfast in Ambleside Cumbria . Offering comfortable accommodation in the heart of the lake District. www.eldergrove.co.uk Link

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