Title: Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Victorian inn in Ambleside with free breakfast ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/f1b4e665.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/d204a3b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/2d68e47e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/109735e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/b786d48d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers step into the warmth of Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn, an upscale restored property blending historical charm with modern needs. Enjoy an English breakfast, luggage storage, laundry services, and free WiFi for a seamless stay. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi £79 includes taxes & fees 5 Nov - 6 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 2 - Nov 3](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 3 - Nov 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/a69cc6bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Renovated in 2023 Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/40a71948.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Renovated in 2023 Sofa bed - double Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/6833198f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 9.2 Wonderful 12 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Renovated in 2023 Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Coffee/tea maker Digital channels - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-Ambleside-Lake-House.h13221.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-Ambleside-Lake-House.h13221.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C54.41943%2C-2.96116&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=o2N52Jef-iGf8wPRrcGiMW9A2r4=) Lake Road, Waterhead Bay, Ambleside, England, LA22 0ER #### What's nearby - Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Ambleside Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Rydal Mount - 7 min drive - 2.9 miles - Wray Castle - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles #### Getting around - Windermere Station - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬4 min walk - ‪The White Lion - ‬16 min walk - ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬15 min walk - ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬16 min walk ## About this property ### Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Upscale inn remodelled in 2023 and located near Lake Windermere Located close to Ambleside Pier and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre, Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn provides free English breakfast and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Laundry services, luggage storage and smoke-free property - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers - 22-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating ## Similar properties ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11110000/11109000/11108964/ad7ae4f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Ambleside - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 322 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=11108964&PinnedHotelID=11108964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1470000/1461300/1461216/456fbbbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn Ambleside - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 407 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=1461216&PinnedHotelID=1461216&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21200000/21198000/21197956/5c9d1f8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group Ambleside - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 275 reviews £99 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=21197956&PinnedHotelID=21197956&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1699500/1699405/040964a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. 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check-in end time: 7:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: GBP 25 Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: GBP 25 ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[The Waterhead Inn\] Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as House Lake Lake House Ambleside Lake House House Lake House Ambleside, Lake District Lake House Hotel Ambleside Lake Ambleside Lake House Ambleside District Ambleside Lake House Guesthouse Ambleside House Guesthouse Ambleside Lake House Lakehouse At The Waterhead Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Inn Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Ambleside Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Inn Ambleside Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn The Inn Collection Group ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn pet-friendly? > Yes, Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn? > As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn on 5 Nov 2025 start from £79.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Ambleside-Lake-House.h13221.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 25 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25 (subject to availability). ### Where is Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn located? > Situated in the historical district, this inn is steps away from Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and World of Beatrix Potter are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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) 10 - Excellent 333 8 - Good 132 6 - Okay 24 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 10 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 8.2/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities We enjoyed the excellent location and view from the hotel as well as the good quality breakfasts and on two nights evening meals in the Waterhead Inn bar which is part of the whole package. ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 24 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice and clean rooms Nice and clean rooms in a good area, good value for money. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee 24 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really good hotel in great location. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Lee Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Comfy and clean room, food was amazing and staff really friendly ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe 11 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent location with good parking facilities. Staff helpful and friendly. Plenty of food choice on the menu. ##### Zoe Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Delia 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Overnight We arrived early and waited until 3.00pm Staff friendly room was spacious and clean. Pillows were terrible and the room above ours they were moving furniture and walking about until 4.00 am Did tell two members of staff one apologised and the other said she wondered what was going on up there! Thought we had dinner , bed and breakfast for £279.00 but was told only bed and breakfast. All staff were friendly but very rushed. ##### Delia Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely super dog friendly stay, staff were all lovely and made us feel really welcome, dinner and breakfast were an excellent standard. We will be back! ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Noah 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great staff, great location Great location, really friendly staff - just super helpful and welcoming… made us feel right at home! Only reason for not perfect score was quite a few spiders in the room - to be expected but would be an issue for some people ##### Noah Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyndsey 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely rooms and welcoming staff The inn is ideally positioned between Ambleside and Windermere with views of the lake from the restaurant. We had a room without a view but it was quiet and very clean. The room had tea and coffee facilities as well as heating you could adjust yourself if needed. The beds were very comfortable and bathroom spotless. My only issue was the smoke alarm on the ceiling flashed throughout the night meaning the room lit up blue which was very annoying but I’m unsure how you could stop this. The breakfast was fantastic with a wide variety of choices and served until 10am. Staff are what makes the inn so welcoming as all spoke to us which was lovely. I would recommend the inn to anyone wanting a very comfortable and welcoming place to stay at a great price ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4C89BCDA93E46726BFE0B83ACA7630E60F8E407E1745221820656.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/310AD341B8510B9B48651D0716FC557DB21005391745221822360.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Lyndsey Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jody 23 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Little Find What a nice place! Note that this hotel is not directly on the water but just up the hill from the lake. The property was beautiful, the staff very friendly, the rooms clean and comfortable and the food excellent. Note that the check in is in the restaurant at the bottom of the hill and across the street. I would definitely stay at this property if in the area again. ![View from the hotel parking lot at the top of the hill.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2A2E7CE387B42FA64D4DA3E9CBE02FB5CFF3835E1703343980090.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from the hotel restaurant at the bottom of the hill.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A381F4B2B477BA5AD9F1E448750133B82ECB4D371703343993706.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jody Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Duncan 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely hotel in great location Modern upto date decor. Very clean and tidy. Delicious breakfast and friendly staff. The only gripe was that I used the 'contact the hotel' on Hotels.com app asking whether we could park the car in the morning before 3pm check in. No reply received. I sent a second message. No reply. I filled in an on line check in, including car registration number but still had to do the same form again at the hotel ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B8E021B6F92F51032339C8B4DAF7E12CD090A8D71743963749342.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/61023D168F49FC30B1B7EA56A313F842EC4601081743963748533.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/BFAF3A9DA22913D69E691CE515E4C9B03061E7CB1743963747667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/EA811C85FF28CFACDBDF3A823084981206D0AE0E1743963748860.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### John Duncan Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Friendly staff, lovely decor, tasty breakfast. However flies in bathroom (dead and alive) and a few cobwebs and dust in room. Nothing terrible but felt it could have been a bit cleaner for price. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark 17 Aug 2022 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The team here are wonderful people and do what they can for you. They really give top level service. They just need help from the company that owns the hotel to give it much needed renovations. I will return one day I hope :) ##### Mark Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### A tale of two rooms We arrived after a long day and parked the car in the last available car park place. We waited for a while at reception and then had to write down our name, vehicle reg and contact details. We were then told our room was across the road up an incline in The Lakehouse so we got back in the car and went to the room. Again we got the last car park space. The room was accessed by a door where a car was parked right in front of it. The carpet was dirty as we went in. Upstairs the room was very tired and the bathroom was of a poor standard. We aren't complainers and went for a drink to think it over. We decided to go back and ask if they had a room in the main hotel as we had stayed there before and really liked it. We were given a new room and from then on everything was great. Nice smallish room, clean and modern. Breakfast was great and check out very straightforward. 1 out of 5 for Lakehouse. 5 out of 5 for Waterhead Inn would stay again. ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Florina 1 Sept 2022 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness This was my second time staying at the Ambleside Lake House. I was absolutely delighted the first time around, less so this time. The pros: the room was lovely, staff is wonderful and the breakfast is excellent. The con: ##### Florina Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Ana 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location in front off the lake is very conveniente. The rooms are nicely decored and equiped. We stayed at the lakehouse and the instructions for the reception location for the check in were not clear because it is inside they restaurant and there are no signs. Breakfast is good but one day they didnt have fruit. Restaurant for dinner Open until 9pm which is helpful. We ordered soup one night and it was extremely salty ##### Ana Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Thomas 11 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Basically a nice hotel. A few things could be improved: There is no storage space for things in the bathroom. Lack of hooks or bars to hang bathroom towels. The save was not functional. The room made a newly renovated impression, but unfortunately with the above missing details. ##### Thomas Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Andrew 22 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Very pretty place, very nearly great. Good: Beautiful building and grounds, nicely decorated, amazing view from the window. Nice breakfast, friendly staff. Quiet. Got a good night's sleep. Not-so-good: There were several minor maintenance issues in the room (bulb not working, cupboard door loose). There was no safe in the room. We had a ground floor room but the windows were not very secure, which was a bit of a concern. Also, my stay was in summer but I suspect the single-glazed windows would be draughty and cold in the winter. Could have been excellent except for these minor niggles. ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### M adil 5 Aug 2022 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Overly expensive, unprofessionally managed hotel Overly expensive for the kind of property this is and how its managed. The staff is very rude and racist towards asians/ muslims. Very average hotel, not even a 3 star by any means and they classify themselves as 4. Doesnt even have a proper place to sit other than the 2 old chairs in the hallway. Old carpets and furniture, Low class old mattress and pillows. No change of linen or proper cleaning. Only one staff in the whole property which is clearly not how a hotel is managed. No trash cans on property and be prepared to be harassed and extorted for more money by the staff for any service u ask for. Only one good thing which i can mention is its location. Very less Walking distance from ambleside pier. ##### M adil Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### YUICHI 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Property conditions & facilities レストランや本館は湖に面しており景色が良い　道路の反対側の別館は急坂の上にあり移動が大変な上にリフトもなく不便　部屋はあまり広くはない ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/74ad51ae-148e-46a5-90b4-e780d4458a5e-1758681352856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![チェックインはレストランのカウンター　店員さんは少なく忙しいので待たされます](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bf3c5aa7-7c19-436a-8bbb-8185e68066f2-1758681353340.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e9ec838e-3ce7-4ba0-8a5f-3c7117a0a814-1758681353296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e325c12d-2c3a-48eb-b6a9-89537d0315b8-1758681353321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### YUICHI Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Amenities Location was good and position was ideal for our purposes. Parking could be a challenge ##### Susan Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great ##### Heather Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mei 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Amenities Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service Reception is in the bar, not convenient. The staff for check in is not friendly ##### Mei Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shaun 17 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Quiet location on the outskirts Nice location, lake view ( just ) and parking, unless you were the last person there at night. Big room, hot water, excellent bed, Very good breakfast, very quiet at night so excellent sleep. 15 minute walk from the centre of the town. ##### Shaun Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mohammed 28 Dec 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Worst service and very poorly managed , would never recommend ##### Mohammed Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-YHA-Grasmere-Butharlyp-Howe-Hostel.h11886536.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-New-Dungeon-Ghyll-Hotel.h478120.Hotel-Information) > > [Traveller's Rest Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Travellers-Rest-Inn.h19792972.Hotel-Information) > > [Victorian House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Victorian-House-Hotel.h22784407.Hotel-Information) > > [The Daffodil Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Daffodil-Hotel.h24108.Hotel-Information) > > [Moss Grove Organic](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Moss-Grove-Organic.h11899451.Hotel-Information) > > [YHA Hawkshead - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-YHA-Hawkshead-Hostel.h11518467.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [YHA Langdale - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-YHA-Langdale-Hostel.h11886552.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wordsworth Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Wordsworth-Hotel.h1507780.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Rothay-Garden-Hotel.h1461224.Hotel-Information) > > [The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Swan-At-Grasmere.h861143.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Beck Allans Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Beck-Allans-Guesthouse.h32535160.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [The Three Shires Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Three-Shires-Inn.h22815308.Hotel-Information)