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Brathay Lodge
4.0 star property

Upscale bed & breakfast near Lake Windermere

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Brathay Lodge

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Exterior
Basic Double Room, Mountain View | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Daily continental breakfast (GBP 12.00 per person)
Reception
Quadruple Room (4 adults) | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Overview of Brathay Lodge

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Parking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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Check out the area

Rothay Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0EE
  • Popular LocationIshaas Indian Eatery2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCopper Pot2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWindermere Station9 min drive
  • Popular LocationStaveley Station18 min drive
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Room options

Standard Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 334 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (2 Adults and 1 Child)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 274 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Children)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Mountain View (3 adults)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 349 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Basic Double Room, Mountain View

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 172 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Quadruple Room (4 adults)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 371 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Ambleside

Located in Ambleside, Brathay Lodge is in a rural area and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ambleside Climbing Wall or Parkside Road.

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 13 min walk
  • Ambleside Pier - 17 min walk
  • Rydal Mount - 3 min drive
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive
  • Wray Castle - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ambleside Tavern - 4 min walk
  • Royal Oak - 3 min walk
  • Ambleside Tap Yard - 6 min walk
  • Rothay Manor Hotel - 6 min walk
  • The Lily Bar in Ambleside - 2 min walk

About this property

Brathay Lodge

Upscale bed & breakfast in a rural location
Brathay Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a TV in reception and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Brathay Lodge offer amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 20 bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (GBP 12 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Building
  • Built in 1890
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 20 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 10 December and 26 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 45.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.00 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 12.00 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 45.0 per day

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Brathay Lodge Ambleside
Brathay Lodge
Brathay Ambleside
Brathay Hotel Ambleside
Brathay Lodge Ambleside, Lake District
Brathay Lodge Ambleside
Brathay Lodge Bed & breakfast
Brathay Lodge Bed & breakfast Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

Is Brathay Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Brathay Lodge?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brathay Lodge on 10 Apr 2024 start from £108.32, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Brathay Lodge?

Self-parking is available for GBP 12.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Brathay Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brathay Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Brathay Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of White Platts Recreation Ground and Lake Windermere. Rothay Park and Ambleside Climbing Wall are also within 10 minutes.

Brathay Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 167 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay our room and shower room were spotlessly clean. The bed linen and towels excellent quality. Parking at the premises was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, great room and lovey breakfast to start the day. On site parking a plus too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10 out of 10!
Great property, ideally located with clean and comfortable rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly, there’s a nice continental breakfast included and there’s on site parking which is a rarity in most properties in Ambleside
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hong chi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in Ambleside
This is our first trip to Lake District and Brathay Lodge helped to make it a great family experience for us. Very clean and spacious room, nice breakfast, staffs are nice can helpful especially for arranging EV charging.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:30 AM
Nearest Airport
Manchester (MAN)