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Homestays in Ambleside

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The best homestays in Ambleside

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Ambleside and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 818 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 608 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

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

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,238 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,112 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 800 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,740 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Ambleside and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 410 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.

From US$210.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 456 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$130.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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$153.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews

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

From US$166.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 678 reviews

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

From US$140.69 per night

Old School House

Hawkshead
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Featuring a garden and free WiFi in shared areas, Garden Old School House offers spacious garden-view rooms in Hawkshead, just metres from the Hawkshead Grammar School.

From US$124.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,261 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$145.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 718 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$186.84 per night

Save money on homestays in Ambleside and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

Located in Windermere within 2.1 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 36 km of Derwentwater Lake, Windermere Central Hotel - Central Lake District Hotel in Windermere provides rooms with free WiFi.

From US$129.38 per night

White Rose

Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of mountain, White Rose is a guest house situated in a historic building in Windermere, 1.6 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

From US$98.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

In a peaceful residential area of Windermere, this friendly guest house is in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Bowness in the Lake District is a 10-minute walk away.

Latimer House

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,135 reviews

Set in the village of Bowness, Latimer House Guest House offers 4-star accommodation with views of its surrounding gardens and of the village.

From US$111.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 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$103.87 per night

Holly Cottages

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 501 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$78.89 per night

The Westbourne

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,042 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$109.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 408 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.

From US$159.10 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Ambleside and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in Ambleside and only 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Wansfell offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$145.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated in Ambleside and only 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Great Gable features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private...

From US$129.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Gummers How features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$143.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Loughrigg features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$189.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Scafell provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$129.16 per night
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$151.87 per night
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 90 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.

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Homestays that guests love in Ambleside

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Lovely host. Clean room. Good location.
Guest review by
Paula
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$151.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
Attention to detail, the little added touches. Great Breakfast, Great Hosts.
Guest review by
Firth Preston
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
10 out of 10, great comms, great hosts, great rooms and great breakfast 👍
Guest review by
Michael
Group
Avg. price/night: US$151.87
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
Great location, spotlessly clean, fantastic breakfast, lovely hosts!
Guest review by
Jade
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
Darren and Debbie were fab they Evan wished my hubby happy birthday ,lovely hosts
Guest review by
anne-marie
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 386 reviews
Location was perfect. Easy to get a bus & boat trips. Ambleside is a lovely village. Lots of good places to eat. Breakfast was excellent. Darren & Debbie are lovely hosts. Rooms are very clean & has everything you need.
Guest review by
Pete
Family with young children
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