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Located in the pretty Lake District village of Ambleside, this 18th-century hotel is situated in the centre of this historic town, with all the amenities on your doorstep. Lake Windermere can be reached after a picturesque 15-minute walk from The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group. Free WiFi is accessible in public areas.

everything, the location, the style, the staff (Francesco was amazing!), the breakfast!!

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8
Very good
1,603 reviews
Price from
¥14,692
per night

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection Group stands on the shores of Lake Windermere, a short walk from Ambleside centre. Set across two former 17th century fishermen's cottages, it offers cosy bedrooms and period features.

We loved the staff, the location, the food, the cleanliness, the vibe!

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8.3
Very good
1,071 reviews
Price from
¥25,270
per night

Next to Lake Windermere, the stylish Waterhead Inn offers an onsite restaurant/bar and comfortable rooms, many of which have lake views. Ambleside is just a 10-minute walk away.

Waterhead Inn is surrounded by the Lake District's popular walking and cycling routes. On site parking is available and Wray Castle and Windermere are just a 10-minute drive away.

This place just underwent a major renovation & we were there on their second night. The staff was so friendly & helpful, the place is gorgeous. Loved!

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8.4
Very good
1,376 reviews
Price from
¥23,311
per night

In the centre of Ambleside, close to all the amenities, The Temperance Inn, Ambleside - The Inn Collection Group has modern, comfortable rooms and a good breakfast. Numerous off-site car parks can be found within a 5-minute walk.

Quiz night was great fun even for we Americans. Meals were excellent and breakfast offerings were generous. Staff were friendly and helpful. Central location in Ambleside was great.

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8.3
Very good
867 reviews
Price from
¥13,517
per night

Set within the stunning Lake District mountains, The Unicorn Inn is the oldest traditional pub in Ambleside. We have a bar and restaurant, with 4 en-suite rooms and one 1 small box double room with adjacent bathroom.

The situation and owner and staff and home cooked food

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7.5
Good
125 reviews
Price from
¥14,692
per night

Situated in a beautiful part of the Lake District, The Mortal Man offers stunning scenery, and delicious food made with local produce. Bedrooms have magnificent views.

The country house-style rooms at The Mortal Man Inn feature TVs, radios and tea/coffee-making facilities. Bathrooms have both baths and showers.

Amazing Location - Lovely Staff - Great food - Comfy bed and room !

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8.3
Very good
446 reviews
Price from
¥19,198
per night

With wonderful views over Lake Eltermere, Eltermere Inn is in the heart of the Langdale Valley. The historic country house has luxury rooms, a creative restaurant and a cosy bar with free Wi-Fi.

The elegant bedrooms are individually decorated, and many have scenic views of the surrounding fells. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and a designer bathroom with quality toiletries.

Location was ideal for busy area, staff were very helpful, enthusiastic and professional, both breakfast and evening meals were excellent, well prepared, tasty and varied

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8.7
Fabulous
601 reviews
Price from
¥29,776
per night

The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group has recently been refurbished and features en-suite rooms, 2 bars and a beer garden overlooking the fells. The center of Grasmere is within a 10-minute walk.

Plenty of space and nice and cosy

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8.2
Very good
887 reviews
Price from
¥21,352
per night

Three Shires Inn is a family-run inn set in Little Langdale, in the heart of the Lake District National Park. This traditional Cumbrian slate-tiled property has free Wi-Fi, a bar and award-winning, home-cooked food.

Perfect location. Small but lovely room with everything we needed, comfy bed, nice bathroom etc. Excellent breakfast and evening meals. Friendly service. We will come again.

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9.3
Superb
190 reviews
Price from
¥20,569
per night

Located in Grasmere, The Traveller's Rest features a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi. This 3-star inn offers luggage storage space. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

At the inn, each room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

The reason our stay at the Traveller’s Rest was so enjoyable was in most part due to the friendly, helpful and very hardworking staff. The facilities are excellent from the cosy bar area, the beer garden with beautiful views and the restaurant where the decor and food were excellent. Our bedroom was beautifully decorated and furnished and very comfortable. We have already recommended the Traveller’s Rest to family and friends.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,007 reviews
Price from
¥18,610
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: ¥31,147
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 867 reviews
    The first and foremost was staff friendliness and helpfulness. Room comfy and clean. Bed so comfy Lovely dinner . And couldn’t fault the breakfast.
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    Lindsay
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: ¥46,035
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,071 reviews
    Everything. Lovely room and very lovely welcoming staff. Felt very safe and looked after. Had dinner there. Delicious. Lakeside views too.
    Mullaney
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ¥69,542
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,065 reviews
    The hotel was so wonderful. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Like to say thank you to Charlotte and all the reception and Manuel in the dinning room and all the staff 😀. Also thank you to room service. The hotel was so clean felt really warming and really relaxing. Thank you for making out stay so wonderful. Will definitely return.
    Millers Bookings
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥36,240
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,375 reviews
    Attractive bar area. Excellent, friendly and engaging staff. Good sized room with good bathroom space too. Food quality was excellent at dinner and breakfast. Location was perfect. Outside seating will entice us back in the summer.
    Linda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥34,281
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,882 reviews
    The room was spotless, shower was amazing. Enjoyed a lovely tea & breakfast in the Inn across the road.
    Jennifer
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥29,188
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,603 reviews
    This Inn was beautifully set up for Xmas. The location was great central in Ambleside. The downstairs dining/pub area is lovely great for catching up and meeting fellow travellers. We loved that people can bring their dogs in too. Breakfast were hearty and room comfortable.
    Angela
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥28,600
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 724 reviews
    breakfast good choice well cooked nice room bedroom 20 warm comfortable and spotlessly clean remembering I had not stayed there before dinner arrived but i had no utensils or condiments quirky
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    charles
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 690 reviews
    The breakfast was wonderful, the guest house is very well decorated and everything looked fresh and modern. The bed was very comfortable and the location is excellent.
    Stephen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: ¥69,542
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,065 reviews
    Breakfast and Dinner was grest and ghe hospitality of staff was really good. Spa was very relaxing.
    PARR
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 932 reviews
    Exceptional food. Dinner was fabulous! Great value for money and superb quality. Great staff!
    L
    Louise
    Family with young children