Title: Ambleside Central Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4053853&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ambleside Central Travelers find a perfect balance of nature and comfort at this upscale retreat in the heart of a national park, with drinks and connectivity ## Photo gallery for Ambleside Central ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ambleside Central (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/847005cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ambleside Central (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/1eff34b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room - Ambleside Central (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/4b1b64d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ambleside Central (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/77ddc2dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels - Ambleside Central (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/c8a22ab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ambleside Central provides a genuine escape within a national park setting. Visitors appreciate the upscale atmosphere while enjoying drinks at the on-site bar. The property offers WiFi access, allowing guests to stay connected even while surrounded by nature. ## Reviews 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar - Housekeeping £68 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=4053853&PinnedHotelID=4053853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 10 of 10 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/f4384bef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/f4eff7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/d2067b84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Detached private bathroom Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/5ac1f51f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Economy Double Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/d6b70c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Double Room ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/5484840e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/ec045672.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/f49fe238.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Basic Double Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/9c1d4592.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk Wardrobe - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4060000/4053900/4053853/74fc7009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Heating TV Hairdryer Detached private bathroom Shower/bath combination Electric kettle Daily housekeeping Desk - 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[Visit our Ambleside travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside.dx4270) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.43013%2C-2.96214&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ec7fwCVK5qadmbS0Z5Dyurpkscg=) 10 Lake Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0AD ### What's nearby - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Ambleside showing kayaking or canoeing, cruising and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171373525/529c7003-109f-4368-b4fe-2b3432bd7ce0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ambleside Pier 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Rydal Mount which includes a garden and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087985/80e37ab2-9e6a-4293-9304-fbfbf385813b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rydal Mount 5 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Rothay Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Stock Ghyll Force 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Windermere Station 9 min drive ### Restaurants - Freshers’ Cafe 4 min walk - The White Lion 2 min walk - Zeffirellis 4 min walk - The Royal Oak 1 min walk - The Apple Pie 4 min walk ## About this property ### Ambleside Central Upscale hotel near Lake Windermere Ambleside Central provides a bar and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Smoke-free property and multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at Ambleside Central offer amenities, such as free WiFi. 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High-pile carpet in room - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Smoke-free property - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Ambleside Central Guest House Ambleside Central Ambleside Central Guest House Guesthouse Amblesi Central House house Ambleside Central Hotel Ambleside Central Ambleside Ambleside Central Guest House Ambleside Central Hotel Ambleside ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ambleside Central pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ambleside Central? ### How much is parking at Ambleside Central? ### What time is check-in at Ambleside Central? ### What time is check-out at Ambleside Central? ### Where is Ambleside Central located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ambleside Central Reviews 7.2 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ### 7.2 Staff & service ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 44 8 - Good 75 6 - Okay 40 4 - Poor 20 2 - Terrible 14 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Mike 27 Jun 2025 #### Convenient location, but terrible beds! Place was in a great location. It was clean, but the bed was terrible. This place needs new beds! ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda 29 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Good location. Car parking was a long way from accommodation. ##### Linda Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Daniel 4 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great location, easy check in. Parking approx 5 min walk away. ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alison 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Self check instructions were clear. Room was serviced while we were out. Help via the phone was immediate when we needed it. Room clean and spacious. All very good. Only downside was that car park was a good 5-8 minute walk away… but at least there was parking as opposed to there being none. Needed window open as warm weather but that lead to noise disturbance. Of course that was due to fabulous central location - I realise you can’t have central and quiet! I’d stay again, thank you. ##### Alison Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great room amd shower. Ideal basic room and shower. Basic hot drinks and kettle supplied. ##### Chris Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynsey 8 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely building and lovely room. 2 adults 1 child in bedroom 2\. Large room with small ensuite shower, toilet and sink. Situated in a lovely street, can be a bit noisy at night with the pub but not enough to annoy us. Will definitely stay again. ##### Lynsey Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Timothy 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ambleside central stay Good size clean room with clear information about check in and car parking. Nice bar attached where we ate one night ( Lily Bar). Only slight downside which didn’t spoil our stay was that it was suggested on a notice in the room that bins would be emptied daily and we hoped that if that was done the loo roll would also be topped up but the bins weren’t emptied so we had to ask at the bar for more loo roll which was in fairness delivered very quickly. Good stay overall at a decent price in a good location ##### Timothy Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Jonny 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities Was simple accomadation. Whole building has a weird smell. Our chests were hurting after waking up. Facilities were standard. There was damp on the ceiling of the shower. Parking was a 7 min walk away which was inconvenient when having luggage to carry. ##### Jonny Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jane 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness #### Location excellent, staff very friendly and helpfu The payment method offered rejected every card that we tried and we finally paid at the Lily bar on the day that we arrived. We were very grateful to the bartender who carried our bag upstairs as we were on the top floor. The room was very dark and there were insufficient electrical sockets for the table lights and kettle. The room was clean, but the plumbing was very noisy - sounded like a jet taking off when flushing the toilet. Location was excellent. ##### Jane Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 15 May 2025 Liked: Room comfort #### Great value for money :-) Make sure your phone number is up-to-date on your account as they will try to text/Whatsapp the entry codes to you. I didn’t realise that, so had to call them and pop by the bar next door to get said codes, defeating the point of a self-serve accommodation which is what we wanted. Still, it was a quick fix, but something that seemed avoidable if I knew to check the details Hotels.com hold for me (or if Ambleside Central email you instead? My messages from them, via email, were coming through fine). The car park is about an 8 minute walk away from the accommodation so be prepared for that. The room itself was great for what we needed - clean and comfy. The fan didn’t work and it was too late at night to contact anyone when we realised, so it’d be fab to just check those sort of things regularly (eg the kettles) if possible, so guests can continue to enjoy the self-serve accommodation :-) Excellent location, brilliant value for money, and although a few minor comments above, I’m simply hoping to help future guests and I’m in no way whinging; we would happily stay again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely central hotel We had a lovely time at Ambleside Central. We did struggle with the entrance keypad however after popping into the Lily Bar next door, someone came to our rescue (thank you!) It was central which was perfect for us as we were there to cheer on a friend who was running the Lakes 100\. Room was clean and welcoming, we were in room 10 which was on the top floor. The only downside was the stairs to get there and the heat in the room, unfortunately the window wouldn't stay open and the fan did very little. But as we only came in on an evening, it wasn't an issue for us. Room was cosy and comfortable, we had a bathroom in our room and the shower was powerful and welcome after trekking round the hills. All in all 10/10 stay and we would return, albeit after booking directly and requesting a room on a lower floor. But for the price we paid and the condition of the property we found it faultless. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gregory 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service, amenities Our check in was difficult. They texted codes to us for entry to the building and to our room, and sent it by WhatsApp as well. However, being from Canada we did not have access to our Canadian text plan and don't have WhatsApp. The staff in the adjoining pub were able to help us out by contacting whoever from the hotel. This "hotel" has no lobby or staff, so should probably be classed as a hostel. Once inside our room was two floors up, with stairs only. So be prepared to carry your luggage. Also, once we were in the UK we got an email with a pdf to print for our parking permit. We had no access to a printer, so that wasn't possible. It would have been helpful to have received this before we left home. The room itself was quite adequate, with a nice shower. One night we had to resort to earplugs as the couple on the other side of the wall were having a long conversation that wasn't even that loud, but was very disturbing. Knowing all this, I would stay here again and be prepared for the nuisance factors. The location is very convenient, right in the middle of town and less than a block from the bus. ##### Gregory Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great as a set down pad This was a great pad for us to use while walking around the lakes. No aircon meant sweaty nights in a family room, but the room was fine, seperate but private bathroom. Great location. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5ed96d0a-28e0-46ca-88b6-10fe4568f191-1755596808091.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7617fcb9-71a3-4962-855b-7f60dc6a73cd-1755596807644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca 4 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely little hotel, super clean, super comfy beds and in the perfect location. ##### Rebecca Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### John 26 Nov 2024 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Somewhere inexpensive to stay a couple of nights while visiting the Lake District. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities 👍 ##### Michelle Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### christine 12 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice stay Nice family room with separate spacious bathroom, located on one way system so some background noise ##### christine Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Michael 18 Aug 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice room but very noisy both nights ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### CHEUK KEE 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness The Lilly Bar Manager is very helpful ##### CHEUK KEE Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 28 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Helpful staff ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Mebs 18 Jul 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Just not an enjoyable experience for my wife and I. Car park too far away, too many stairs to climb for elderly couple like us, entrance hallway very dirty. How can this be 4 star property? ##### Mebs Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Stephen 27 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Great accommodation, noisy location The accommodation itself is great. Unfortunately one of the hotels greatest strengths is also a major drawback, at least if you’re a family staying there. There is a very noisy (but good) bar below the hotel. So it was difficult for us and the children to sleep with the music and shouting until the early of hours of the morning. ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### WEICHIH 23 Aug 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Small room Small room and rooms lock is broken. At central but not easy to find. ##### WEICHIH Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Harriet 10 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Good value for a cheap place to rest your head. Absolutely fine for a cheaper place to stay as location is good just on a weekend it was very loud. Heard a lot of shouting outside and the hall way didn’t look very inviting. 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