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Hotel in Ambleside · 4.14 km from centre
8.6
42 reviews
Set in Ambleside and with Lake Windermere reachable within 11 km, The Drunken Duck Inn offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is located 13 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 32 km from Muncaster Castle and 33 km from Derwentwater Lake. Guests can enjoy mountain views.
Each room includes a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the hotel have a terrace. At The Drunken Duck Inn, all rooms come with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.
At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British, local and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
Askham Hall is 39 km from The Drunken Duck Inn, while Wasdale is 43 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 127 km from the property.
Hotel in Elterwater, Ambleside · 4.97 km from centre
8.8
113 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Langdale Hotel in Ambleside, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Allan Bank. This spa hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from World of Beatrix Potter and 13 mi (21 km) from Ullswater.
Bed & breakfast in Grasmere, Ambleside · 4.97 km from centre
9.4
186 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Victorian House in Ambleside, you'll be on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and The Herdy Shop. This bed & breakfast is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Coniston Water and 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from Ullswater.
Hotel in Windermere, Ambleside · 3.27 km from centre
8.8
968 reviews
Breakfast available
Set close to Lake Windermere, just a 5-minute walk from Long Wood Bay Watersports Centre and a 2-minute drive from Ambleside, Briery Wood Hotel is surrounded by peaceful fields and woodland. The traditional property has its own restaurant looking out onto landscaped gardens.
Each bedroom at Briery Wood Hotel comes with an en suite bathroom and complimentary toiletries. The décor mixes modern and traditional, some with heated towel rails and large sash windows, while all rooms come with a flat-screen TV.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas, the Holbeck Bar offers fine wines and whiskies, and tea or coffee can be served by the fire in the lounge area.
Food at Briery Wood is sourced from local farmers, fishermen and butchers, and freshly cooked breakfasts are served each morning. The creative menu includes Herdwick lamb, local Cumbrian cheeses and fresh trout. Al fresco dining on the hotel’s terrace can even be arranged, weather permitting.
The spectacular Langdales are within 10 minutes’ drive, and mountain biking can be enjoyed from the doorstep.
Hostel in Ambleside · 1.54 km from centre
8.5
1,527 reviews
The YHA Ambleside sits on the shores of Lake Windermere in the Lake District. It offers a range of budget accommodation and a café serving local food. After being refurbished, the property now boasts newly decorated rooms, a new restaurant and a decked terrace with lake views.
Some bedrooms have views across both the lake and the Langdale Pikes. This hostel offers private rooms with en-suite or allocated shared bathrooms..
The bar offers a range of local ales and there is a large garden.
There are many walking and cycling routes surrounding YHA Ambleside, and there is a bike store on site. A variety of watersports can be enjoyed on the lake.
Ambleside village is a 10-minute walk from the YHA hostel. It has a selection of quaint tea rooms, artisan shops and country pubs.
The majority of rooms contain bunk beds. Breakfast is available for an additional charge.
Hotel in Hawkshead, Ambleside · 6.82 km from centre
8.8
23 reviews
With a stay at Red Lion Inn in Ambleside, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. This hotel is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Ullswater and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Cartmel Racecourse.
Hotel in Ambleside · 3.35 km from centre
8.6
640 reviews
Breakfast available
Located on the outskirts of Ambleside, Skelwith Bridge Hotel offers en-suite accommodation with free on-site private parking facilities. The property features a garden with a terrace, as well as an à la carte restaurant, a bar and a games room for guests to enjoy.
Each room at Skelwith Bridge Hotel has a work desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with either a bathtub or a shower and free toiletries.
A wholesome breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant or in the guest rooms. A variety of menu options are available for lunch and dinner, and a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks is served in the bar throughout the day.
An array of activities including sailing, cycling, mountain biking, fishing, bird watching, golfing and shopping can be enjoyed in the surroundings of the accommodation. The hotel is 3 km from Rydal Water and Manchester Airport is 152 km away.
Inn in Ambleside · 0.08 km from centre
7.2
180 reviews
Set within the stunning Lake District mountains, The Unicorn Inn is the oldest traditional pub in Ambleside. We have a bar and restaurant, with 4 en-suite rooms and one 1 small box double room with adjacent bathroom.
All rooms have free Wifi, tea/coffee making facilities, fresh cotton bedding, toiletries and towels. The accommodation is room only and guests have private access to the rooms and road. We have no parking but there is a public carpark close by.
The Unicorn, serves simple fresh bar food, made on site by our local chef and owners. We pride ourselves on our Sunday roasts and fine ales. Guests will always receive a warm welcome to our cosy traditional English pub.
Bed & breakfast in Windermere · 6.84 km from centre
9.8
308 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Hideaway at Windermere in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Orrest Head. This bed & breakfast is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Ullswater and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Coniston Water.
Hotel in Grasmere · 4.75 km from centre
9.1
1,377 reviews
Breakfast available
The extensively-refurbished Bridge House Hotel is set in Grasmere, directly across from St Oswalds Church and the graveyard where William Wordsworth rests. The hotel sits in its own mature grounds, with beautiful views overlooking the River Rothay.
The hotel has an Art Deco design and is set in an elegant Edwardian house with some period features. All bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms complimented with luxury Bath House toiletries. Most rooms also offer stunning views of the river Rothay or the scenic fells.
Guests are welcomed with cream tea with homemade scones and cakes upon arrival and the pantry offers complimentary tea/coffee also with homemade cookies.
Each morning, the hotel offers a hearty breakfast. A range of cold platters and snacks are available to order, and the property can recommend and book local restaurants for an evening meal. You can also relax on site in a cosy lounge with a log fire, while the residents bar offers an extensive wine and drinks menu.
Guests can use the leisure facilities at the property's sister hotel, The Inn Grasmere. Facilities include a swimming pool and sauna.
Many mountain and lakeshore walking routes are available directly from the hotel. These include Helvellyn, Fairfield Horseshoe, Langdale Pikes, and low level routes beside Rydal Water and Grasmere Lake.
Bridge House Hotel & Silver Howe View Cottage is less than 5 miles from Lake Windermere and around 13 miles from Keswick. Ambleside’s attractions include the Armitt Museum and 17th-century Bridge House.
Free parking is included for guests.
Hotel in Windermere · 2.66 km from centre
8.4
619 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa in Windermere, you'll be on a lake, just steps from Lake Windermere and 12 minutes by foot from Treetop Trek. This spa hotel is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Coniston Water and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Ullswater.
Inn in Ambleside · 6.05 km from centre
9.4
64 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Three Shires Inn in Ambleside, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Skelwith Force. This inn is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from Coniston Water and 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Ullswater.
Hotel in Grasmere · 4.99 km from centre
8.6
114 reviews
Situated in Grasmere, 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Grasmere Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 22 km of Lake Windermere. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Derwentwater Lake.
The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.
A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
Buttermere is 37 km from The Grasmere Hotel, while Askham Hall is 40 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 129 km away.
Hostel in Grasmere · 5.12 km from centre
8.6
363 reviews
Set within the beautiful Lakeland village of Grasmere, this Victorian mansion features fabulous views of the surrounding fells and valleys. Guests can enjoy the restaurant and relaxing TV lounge.
Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, is just 15 minutes’ walk away from YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe. The shores of Grasmere Lake are just 15 minutes away on foot and the surrounding fells contain numerous scenic walking trails. Grasmere village is just a 10-minute walk away.
Home-cooked meals are available in YHA Grasmere’s restaurant, while guests can also cook within the self-catering kitchen and make use of the dining room. There is also a cafe on-site and a small shop for guests.
The majority of rooms at YHA Grasmere’s contain bunk beds. Guests are able to relax in spacious, lovely grounds, whilst there is also a games room and Wi-Fi access.
Holiday home in Coniston · 6.87 km from centre
8.2
12 reviews
Acorn Cottage is located in Coniston, 32 km from Derwentwater Lake, 42 km from Wasdale, as well as 43 km from Askham Hall. The 4-star holiday home is 19 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 17 km away.
The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Buttermere is 47 km from Acorn Cottage, while Scafell Pike is 48 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 130 km from the property.
Holiday home in Ambleside · 6.00 km from centre
9.0
2 reviews
Bluebells, a property with a garden, is set in Ambleside, 20 km from Lake Windermere, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 33 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is located 42 km from Askham Hall, 43 km from Buttermere and 44 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away.
The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like golfing, cycling and fishing.
Grizedale Forest is 13 km from Bluebells, while Coniston Water is 16 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 130 km from the property.
Holiday home in Ambleside · 5.76 km from centre
8.2
8 reviews
Set in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, with Grizedale Forest nearby, The Granary offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 35 km from Derwentwater Lake, 41 km from Askham Hall and 49 km from Wasdale. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.6 km from Lake Windermere.
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy golfing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Muncaster Castle is 50 km from The Granary, while Buttermere is 50 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 129 km away.
Holiday home in Ambleside, Chapel Stile · 5.63 km from centre
7.0
2 reviews
White Lion Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Chapel Stile, 21 km from Lake Windermere, 27 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 38 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is situated 41 km from Askham Hall, 42 km from Wasdale and 43 km from Buttermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away.
The spacious holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
Scafell Pike is 48 km from the holiday home, while Grizedale Forest is 13 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 129 km from the property.
Hotel in Windermere · 3.73 km from centre
9.0
194 reviews
Breakfast available
When you stay at Merewood Country House in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Treetop Trek. This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Coniston Water and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Ullswater.
Holiday home in Windermere · 4.26 km from centre
Located 35 km from Askham Hall, 39 km from Derwentwater Lake and 48 km from Muncaster Castle, Hideaway Lodge features accommodation set in Windermere. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 7.2 km from World of Beatrix Potter.
The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with an a bath or shower, a hair dryer and a washing machine.
Grizedale Forest is 15 km from the holiday home, while Coniston Water is 24 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.
Surrounded by majestic mountains and serene lakes, Ambleside is an ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of the Lake District National Park. Here you can enjoy hiking trails, picturesque lake cruises, and a range of outdoor adventures, all within easy reach of this quaint village.
Ambleside's B&Bs and guesthouses offer a welcoming retreat after a day of exploration. From luxurious stays with panoramic views to cosy, budget-friendly options, you'll find a variety of accommodations that cater to your needs. Many of these properties feature charming décor, comfortable rooms, and hearty breakfasts, making your stay in Ambleside truly enjoyable (and making sure you’re fuelled for a day of adventures!)
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Booking Ambleside B&B accommodation in the town centre is a great idea since it puts you close to a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as attractions like the Armitt Museum and Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. Guesthouses in the centre offer a convenient base with everything you need within walking distance, so you can really relax.
For those looking to be closer to the water, the area near Waterhead and Lake Windermere is ideal. Here, you can find charming B&Bs and guesthouses with beautiful views of the lake. It’s a great spot for taking boat trips, enjoying watersports, or simply relaxing by the water.
If you prefer being away from the main town, consider the areas around Rydal or Grasmere. These smaller villages offer a peaceful retreat with stunning countryside views and easy access to scenic walking trails. The B&Bs in these areas provide a tranquil escape while still being just a short drive or a pleasant walk from Ambleside’s amenities.