Title: The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=37931688&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group Travelers start their day with a complimentary breakfast buffet at The Ambleside Inn before relaxing at the bar or enjoying outdoor seating ## Photo gallery for The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group ![Lounge - The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/39956e9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/ab735cb0-aef1-449a-bd68-e7f4d1c54115-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/6b3f3564.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - evening/night - The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/2f3d62ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Staircase - The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/79ddc43e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers a picturesque location with a warm welcome. Enjoy a free breakfast to start your day, outdoor furniture for fresh air, in-room WiFi, and a convenient bar and restaurant. The staff consistently make a positive impression. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-11&endDate=2026-03-12&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=37931688&PinnedHotelID=37931688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room ![Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/6b3f3564.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Pet friendly - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/ff468bae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Pet friendly - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/91273998.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Pet friendly Iron/ironing board - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37940000/37931700/37931688/1ab0394e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 8.0 Very good 16 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Pet friendly - 200 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/onekey__standard__always_light.svg) Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. 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[Visit our Ambleside travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/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%7C54.43170%2C-2.96209&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YRZ4xUiT0mzEprLCaM6oDXdPYAg=) Market Place, Ambleside, England, LA22 9BU ### 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 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - ![Ambleside which includes a lake or waterhole, kayaking or canoeing and cruising](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 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - White Platts Recreation Ground 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Ambleside Climbing Wall 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Stock Ghyll Force 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Windermere Station 13 min drive ### Restaurants - Freshers’ Cafe 5 min walk - Zeffirellis 2 min walk - The Golden Rule 3 min walk - The Royal Oak 1 min walk - The White Lion 1 min walk ## About this property ### The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group Hotel near Lake Windermere Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a bar, and a restaurant at The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Smoke-free premises and outdoor furniture - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers - Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![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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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: GBP 25 Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: GBP 25 ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day - 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 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Ambleside Inn The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group Hotel The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group Ambleside The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group Hotel Ambleside ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group? ### What time is check-out at The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group? ### Where is The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Amenities ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 111 8 - Good 72 6 - Okay 25 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Anita Sep 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Ambleside Bliss In.the heart of bustling Ambleside. Friendly Service Amazing breakfast ##### Anita Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### simon Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Ambleside inn Perfect location, great breakfast.. bathroom and shower was very small.. overall good place to stay ##### simon Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Mar 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Dining options, Cleanliness and lively staff ##### Helen Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria Sep 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, friendly staff, great menu, warm rooms and good as a base for the Lake District ##### Victoria Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jared May 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and very clean ##### Jared Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Pendrell Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect location ##### Pendrell Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erwin Mar 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent stay Very pleasant stay. Very dog friendly. Staff very helpful. Food excellent. This hotel is in the centre of Ambleside. Only small negative is the charge for dogs of £15 per dog per night. ##### Erwin Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig Apr 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Easter short break Nice hotel, ideally situated in the heart of Ambleside, nice clean rooms at a good price for the area. ![View from hotel room window ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3507AD66ECB43461D2A91C54FA4344D5B276E68D1712300971493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Craig Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian Mar 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Short stay. Couple of days break in Ambleside. Very relaxing. Ambleside Inn was a great central base to stay. We would recommend and we would stay there again. ##### Gillian Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Margaret Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice breakfast but parking was half a mile walk and £21 ##### Margaret Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Frances Sep 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The staff were very friendly and worked very hard to make our stay comfortable. They went out of their way to make our holiday enjoyable. The Inn is conveniently located in the centre of Ambleside, so you have easy access to shops and restaurants. ##### Frances Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Martyn Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities It is a lovely Inn right in the heart of Ambleside, staff were very helpful. We enjoyed the stay. The room was ok, however having a fan to make the room bearable was disappointing. ##### Martyn Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveler Mar 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Stayed for 3 nights with our dog. Food at the pub was nice and we were able to book a table for each night we stayed at the pub for the food. Room was a decent size for what we needed as most the time was spent outside. The room has a bowl for water for the dog, and a towel for them. Tray for boots next to door to put them to stop mud in the room as well. Room cleaned each day and service was great. ##### Verified traveler Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Trevor Jan 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely Pet Friendly Inn Lovely Pet-Friendly Inn Nice renovated rooms No parking. Paid council park down the road. We had a pizza down the street but had a few beers in the pub which was dog-friendly. ##### Trevor Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Great stay with friendly staff and comfy rooms. Unfortunately, no parking provided. However, there is spaces outside the hotel which are free to park in out of hours. ##### Jack Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline Mar 1, 2024 I had a wonderful night’s sleep at the Ambleside Inn. Bed very comfortable, facilities in the room all I could have needed. The staff are helpful and friendly. Parking is a 5 minute walk away so if you have lots of luggage, worth dropping it at the Inn before parking at the Rydal car park (£8.80/night). ##### Caroline Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffrey Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I liked the location, which was excellent, right in the centre of Ambleside. There are plenty of shops, especially hillwalking type shops nearby. It is possible to walk to the lake, but for me it was a long walk. There are plenty of buses to go to the lake, to Windermere, or Bowness-on -Windermere. The hotel has a dog-friendly bar, serving nice meals, with nice friendly staff. ##### Geoffrey Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### michael Jul 21, 2025 Liked: Staff & service #### Dog friendly stay Nice location room was ok but very warm. The did provide a fan in the room which was nice but noisy. The sick drain off was very slow so must have been blocked but as we were there for only one night didn’t bother us too much. The shower was good with good pressure and temperature settings. There really should be a small fridge in a room that gets this warm especially when small milk capsules are left on the side by the window. The evening meal was ok although the tables could have done with a better clean as were a little sticky. The staff were lovely and it were great with ours and all customers dogs. ##### michael Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathryn May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Everything you need for a nights stay Nice room to base ourselves from for the night before the Fred Whitton. Basic room with everything you need, only complaint would be that the room we had was facing the street and the Saturday nightlife was pretty loud till late walking past the front of our room that kept waking us up, appreciate this is outside of the hotels control though so not their fault but this is just a work of warning if you are after an early. Ight for an early start. ##### Kathryn Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christopher Jun 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Good central hotel The hotel is in a very central location in the middle of Ambleside however there is no on site parking available. My room was clean and comfortable. I found it difficult to sleep though as the room was really warm and there was a lot of traffic noise early in the morning. Breakfast was very tasty with a good choice and the staff were friendly. ##### Christopher Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### David Nov 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good central location and staff very nice and helpful. Clean room, but a bit small and dated. The room was also too warm, although I'm sure a lot of guests would like that. Unfortunately no car parking facilities, so parking can be a little expensive being in, The Lakes. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sharon Oct 29, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The facilities in the room were very poor, no telephone or remote for the TV. Bathroom was tiny, you could nearly turn around in there. The shower was a dribble of water. There were only 3 staff on when we arrived and the pub was heaving. Staff had a couldn’t care less attitude, especially when I reiterated my earlier email request of a twin room. There were only 2 staff on at breakfast, again it was very busy, and no one was assisting people on what to do. Breakfast was poor also. I feel totally ripped off by this pub, I stayed in a 5\* hotel the night before with fantastic staff, amenities and catering for a fraction of what this place charged! They should have been wearing a mask when they took my payment as I felt robbed! ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely hotel Great staff, great food and very good location. I will definitely be going back. ##### Nick Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### cindy Oct 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Visiting Texas Nice 2 night stay in the heart of Ambleside. 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