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Guest Houses in Ambleside

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

Most booked guest houses in Ambleside and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 819 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 607 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 855 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 919 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,239 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 815 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,749 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 868 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Ambleside and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

Located in Windermere, in a historic building, 4.6 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Broadoaks Boutique Country House is a recently renovated guest house with an open-air bath and garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

Set in an acre of gardens, in the picturesque village of Grasmere, Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments is located in the heart of the Lake District, in a recently-renovated period...

From US$115.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

The Moss Grove Organic offers 5-star guest accommodation. The spacious en suite rooms have flat-screen TVs, free internet access is available throughout.

From US$153.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews

Situated in the rolling hills surrounding Esthwaite Water, the village of Hawkshead is home to The Queen’s Head Inn.

From US$142.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 675 reviews

The Lamplighter features a top rated traditional restaurant, lounge bar and terraces, serving real ales and Lakeland specialities.

From US$142.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,244 reviews

Just 2 minutes from Windermere town centre, Windermere Park provides en suite rooms with period features within a central Lake District location.

From US$177.97 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 716 reviews

In the beautiful Lake District, just a short walk from Windermere, this luxury bed and breakfast has beautifully appointed rooms, all with a modern, original bathroom and free Wi-Fi.

From US$168.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews

Welcome to Beaumont House — A Tranquil Victorian Retreat in the Heart of Windermere Beaumont House is a charming, family-run Victorian guesthouse, exclusively for adults, nestled in a peaceful...

Save money on guest houses in Ambleside and nearby – budget options available

Holly Cottages

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, Holly Cottages features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

From US$104.69 per night

The Westbourne

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,038 reviews

The Westbourne is a beautiful guest house set in the peaceful area below Biskey Howe in the Lake District. Bedrooms feature walk-in-shower rooms, luxurious toiletries and large fluffy towels.

From US$74.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of mountain, 1869 - Room Only Boutique Townhouse is a guest house situated in a historic building in Ambleside, 8.9 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

Melrose Guesthouse

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews

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.

From US$151.14 per night

3 Cambridge Villas

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Offering mountain views, 3 Cambridge Villas is an accommodation located in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere and 29 km from Derwentwater Lake.

Barnes Fell Apartments

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

Featuring 4-star accommodation, Barnes Fell Apartments is located in Ambleside, 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km from Lake Windermere.

Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

Set in Ambleside, Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside is a recently renovated accommodation, 16 km from Lake Windermere and 28 km from Derwentwater Lake.

From US$158.34 per night

Ferndale Lodge

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews

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

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Ambleside and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

Built in 1888, using Lakeland stone, the 4-star Glenville House combines traditional charm with modern facilities.

From US$184.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews

St John's Lodge is an award-winning guest house situated between Windermere village and the Lake at Bowness Bay.

From US$185.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews

Dating back to 1854, the award-winning Holly Lodge Guest House with FREE off site health club is quietly situated in the center of Windermere.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 560 reviews

Located just 1 mile from Lake Windermere, The Coppice - including off-site health club features rooms with a free decanter of sherry. It offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Boasting accommodation with a pool with a view, mountain view and a patio, The Penthouse Bowness Tranquil Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Cascades Spa Membership is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere...

Highly rated guest houses in Ambleside and nearby

The Penn

Windermere
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews

Located in Windermere, the recently renovated The Penn provides accommodation 2 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 36 km from Derwentwater Lake.

From US$177.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

Situated 10 minutes of walking to Windermere or Bowness, Hawksmoor Guest House has free Wi-Fi and plenty of off-road parking.

From US$193.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

Located in Windermere, 1.1 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, Montfort Cottage Guest House provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

From US$141.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews

Invergarry Room-Only Guest House For Adults is set in the heart of Windermere and Bowness.

From US$141.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Thornleigh Guest House - Free ON STREET Parking, a property with a garden, is situated in Windermere, less than 1 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 39 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 42 km from...

From US$164.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 326 reviews

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Puddle Duck Lodge – Adults Only is a guest house set in a historic building in Bowness-on-Windermere, 400 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.

From US$141.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews

Fellview Guest House is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere. The property is located 600 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 1.5 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available.

From US$104.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews

Set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 400 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, Bowness Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

From US$130.86 per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Ambleside

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Avg. price/night: US$151.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
The B&B is just perfect. Great location, great hosts and the rooms were much better than most hotels! The breakfast was delicious and kept us going for the whole day.
Guest review by
pritesh
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Great host...very helpful and a great location. Breakfast was lovely and the room was spotless definitely stay here again.
Guest review by
carl
Young couple
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