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13 Nov - 15 Nov
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20 Nov - 22 Nov
In one month
4 Dec - 6 Dec
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1 Jan - 3 Jan

Our top choices for Ambleside bed & breakfast

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with views of greenery, and a wooden ceiling with a chandelier.

1. Rothay Garth

Rothay Garth
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (439 reviews)
"Perfect location and the breakfast was beautiful. Thank you"
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rothay Garth
A neatly made bed with a green bedspread, two pillows, and two wall-mounted lamps on either side.

2. Compston House B&B - Adults Only

Compston House B&B - Adults Only
4.0 star property
Ambleside Town Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"a lovely place to stay with a nive bed and excellent breakfast"
South Africa
Gertruida
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Compston House B&B - Adults Only
A two-story stone building with a traditional architectural style, featuring multiple windows and a flag.

3. Elder Grove

Elder Grove
4.0 star property
Ambleside Town Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (175 reviews)
"Lovely little spot on the outskirts of Ambleside but easily walkable to downtown. Great cozy room and absolutely phenomenal hot breakfast. Hosts were responsive, helpful, and friendly. Can't recommend this enough for anyone passing through."
Canada
Avery
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Elder Grove
A stone house with multiple chimneys, surrounded by lush greenery and hills in the background.

4. Crow How Country Guest House

Crow How Country Guest House
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Very beautiful house in the heart of the countryside… great walks around Rydal and Grasmere… excellent breakfast."
United States
Alistair
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Crow How Country Guest House
A dining area with multiple tables set for meals, large windows with curtains, and decorative wall elements.

5. Hillsdale in Ambleside

Hillsdale in Ambleside
4.0 star property
Ambleside Town Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Lovely hosts who had plenty of useful knowledge. Great breakfast which kept us going all day. Comfy bed. Lots of nice pictures and ornaments throughout the house. Big brollies came in very useful too."
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hillsdale in Ambleside
A modern treehouse bedroom with a glass door, a wooden deck, and a bed with white bedding.

6. Victorian House

Victorian House
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (344 reviews)
"An amazing location and room. Great breakfast and convenient to walkable and drivable Lake District attractions."
United States
Cameron
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Victorian House
A large stone building with multiple windows and a prominent entrance.

7. Brathay Lodge

Brathay Lodge
4.0 star property
Ambleside Town Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (205 reviews)
"Lovely guest house, very clean nice staff"
United States
Niki
The price is NZ$341
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Brathay Lodge
A golf course with traditional stone buildings in the background.

8. Kelsick Villa Guest House - Great Gable

Kelsick Villa Guest House - Great Gable
Ambleside Town Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"lovely room in a great location"
United States
Doris
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Kelsick Villa Guest House - Great Gable
A golf course with traditional stone buildings in the background.

9. Kelsick Villa Guest House - Scafell

Kelsick Villa Guest House - Scafell
Ambleside Town Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Location perfect. Came with parking"
United States
Louise
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kelsick Villa Guest House - Scafell
A golf course with traditional stone buildings in the background.

10. Kelsick Villa Guest House - Wansfell

Kelsick Villa Guest House - Wansfell
Ambleside Town Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Very good place to stay in the Lakes."
United States
David
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kelsick Villa Guest House - Wansfell
A golf course with traditional stone buildings in the background.

11. Kelsick Villa Guest House - Helvellyn

Kelsick Villa Guest House - Helvellyn
Ambleside Town Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great location, big room, clean, a friendly and supportive host."
United States
Galina
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kelsick Villa Guest House - Helvellyn
A golf course with traditional stone buildings in the background.

12. Kelsick Villa Guest House - Bowfell

Kelsick Villa Guest House - Bowfell
Ambleside Town Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Had a lovely stay in Ambleside and our apartment was really nice. It was close to everything and the car park was just a 2 minute walk away. 10/10"
United States
Tyler
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kelsick Villa Guest House - Bowfell
An indoor swimming pool with a marble wall, a person relaxing in the water, and another person swimming.

13. Holly Lodge Guest House

Holly Lodge Guest House
4.0 star property
Windermere
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (427 reviews)
"Charming guest house with friendly staff. Great location."
United States
Virginia
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holly Lodge Guest House
A large stone house with multiple chimneys, a well-maintained lawn, and a small table and chair set in the front yard.

14. The Hideaway at Windermere

The Hideaway at Windermere
4.0 star property
Windermere
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"Lovely couple of nights at the Hideaway. Fantastic breakfast and great service. Owner very helpful with recommendations for a restaurant for our anniversary."
United Kingdom
Heather
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Hideaway at Windermere
A traditional stone building with a sign for 'Ellerbrook House' offering bed and breakfast accommodations.

15. Ellerbrook House

Ellerbrook House
4.0 star property
Windermere
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (313 reviews)
"Not far from train station Breakfast not the widest choices but ok for us. Room lovely, clean, looked recently decorated. Nice bedding. Nice ensuite bathroom nicely tiled, clean and new looking not the largest but it was a smaller room Coffee, tea, biscuits. Nice and warm and comfy bed."
United Kingdom
theresa
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Ellerbrook House
A bedroom with a bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a door, and an open closet.

16. Denecrest Guest House

Denecrest Guest House
2.0 star property
Windermere
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff very friendly and local shop and amenities walking distance."
United Kingdom
Harbinder
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Denecrest Guest House
A stone-walled building with a white door and windows.

17. White Rose

White Rose
3.0 star property
Windermere
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"Lovely stay for a few nights to explore the lakes. Close to Windermere shops and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Ellise
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
White Rose
A stone building labeled "GUEST HOUSE" with a sign for "Fairlight Cafe" on the left.

18. Fairlight Guesthouse

Fairlight Guesthouse
3.5 star property
Penrith
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Helpful staff and free parking"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairlight Guesthouse
A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a window with curtains.

19. Bowness Bay Suites - Adults only

Bowness Bay Suites - Adults only
3.5 star property
Windermere
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Overall nice room, great location but disappointed with Expedia inflating the price of breakfast. Hotel charge £13pp served at the pub across the road (fab breakfast) we were charged £27pp"
United Kingdom
Haley
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Bowness Bay Suites - Adults only
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, wooden cabinets, a curved wall feature, a staircase, and a glass ceiling.

20. The Lodge In The Vale

The Lodge In The Vale
3.0 star property
Keswick
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (221 reviews)
"Friendly staff , clean and beautiful place , loverly breakfast , will visit again "
United Kingdom
NAUFER
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Lodge In The Vale
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Learn more about Ambleside

Nestled in the Lake District, Ambleside offers scenic hikes to Stock Ghyll Force waterfall and boat trips across Lake Windermere. Rent a kayak at Waterhead Pier or visit Beatrix Potter's former home 'Hill Top' in nearby Near Sawrey.

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A lush forest with a cascading waterfall.

Top reviews in Ambleside

A neatly made bed with a green bedspread, two pillows, and two wall-mounted lamps on either side.
Compston House B&B - Adults Only

Compston House B&B - Adults Only

Compston House B&B - Adults Only
Ambleside Town Centre

10/10 Excellent

I liked the recent renovations, decor style, old fashioned wooden windows easy to open, the stone building, the very nice served breakfast.
Australia
Richard and Goldie
Reviewed April 23, 2023
Compston House B&B - Adults Only

Frequently Asked Questions

Searching for B&Bs in Ambleside?

If you want to find some accommodation with a small number of rooms and a more personalised environment, a B&B may be the perfect thing for your trip to Ambleside. While you're enjoying your trip to Ambleside, Tarn Hows and Grizedale Forest are perfect spots to get in some fresh air and greenery.

How do you know if a B&B is a good option for you?

With attentive service, an atmosphere suited to mingling with other guests and top-rated breakfasts, B&Bs all have a one-of-a-kind setting.

What are the best bed and breakfasts in Ambleside?

Why not look at these B&Bs in Ambleside: Rothay Garth: 15 rooms. Victorian House: 18 rooms. Enjoy the free full breakfast and unique decor. Elder Grove: 10 rooms. Enjoy the free full breakfast and deep-soaking baths. Crow How Country Guest House: 9 rooms. Enjoy the free full breakfast and unique decor.

How many bed & breakfasts can I expect to find in Ambleside?

Expedia offers 23 B&Bs in Ambleside, so you'll have lots of options for your stay.

When is the best time to book my B&B in Ambleside?

When you're dreaming of a trip to Ambleside, year-round temperatures and rainfall may be important factors to consider. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Ambleside is 1552 mm.

What is there to do in Ambleside?

If cultural attractions are high on your list, Wordsworth Museum and Hawkshead Grammar School are spots to visit. You should put Ambleside Pier and Rydal Mount on your list if you want to see more of the area.

How can I get to and around Ambleside?

Planning your excursions in and around Ambleside is easier with these transportation options. Fly into Carlisle (CAX), which is located 35.8 mi (57.6 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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