The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Property class: 4

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A terrace, a garden, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a desk with a lamp. Two framed pictures are on the wall above the bed.

Room with a View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room (House)

  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Superior Collection Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a cup and magazine, and a TV.

Spacious Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Ambleside, The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Treetop Trek and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
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Lake Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0ER

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a marina, green fields, and a river.
    Lake Windermere
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A boat named Miss Lakeland II docked at a pier with a forested shoreline in the background.
    Ambleside Pier
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Borrans Park
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Wray Castle
    13 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakes Brew Co Tap
    18 min walk
  • The Ambleside Inn
    16 min walk
  • The Wateredge Inn
    2 min walk
  • The Pier Cafe Bar
    2 min walk
  • The Flying Fleece
    18 min walk

About this property

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

  • Upscale hotel near Lake Windermere
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a bar at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
    • 24-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group on Nov 16, 2026 start from $132, 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is steps from Ambleside Pier and Lake Windermere. Borrans Park and Ambleside Roman Fort are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 372 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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A comfortable stay and the staff were lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a fabulous room overlooking the river. The amenities were great, and the breakfast was substantial.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff. Great food
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel with friendly staff, great breakfast, a fan in the room to help with the hot weather. Good tea and coffee. Free parking and a great view of the Lake, close to Ambleside and from the room the mountains were clearly visible. Fantastic!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking space, food available all day, lake across the road, walking distance to the village, excellent helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite pleasant staff. Nice spacious room with good shower. Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The building itself needs updating and renewing! The staff were amazing and location is great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great location with lake views dog friendly and the staff were fabulous will return again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Location is superb. Found breakfast (cereal to be limited choice), but was good and cooked was nice, with plenty of tea and coffee. Only thing I found was bar was slow as there seemed not enough people around
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Waterhead Inn was even better than expected. The area was perfect - lovely and peaceful (despite it being the bank holiday weekend) but right on the lake, situated just a few meters away from where you can get the boat into Bowness, with 4 or 5 gorgeous beer gardens right on your doorstep. The staff were all so lovely, breakfast was delicious and the room was extremely spacious with huge, comfy beds! Will definitely be returning to this hotel for another relaxing break soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very friendly staff, room was spotless. Nice place to stay for a day or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and close to the lake with great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel in great location

Excellent hotel in great location Very good breakfast too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and the staff was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel in a great location with excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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Nice,stay - good room and location

In general nice stay, good room and location, nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

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excellent good choice of breakfast room nice and clean staff very helpful view excellent lift needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, nice rooms, fun location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location and very welcoming and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities
A Pub with rooms not a Hotel .. no amenities .. no reception just a woman behind the bar … no porter and not lift had to drag cases up and down 3 flights of stars .. restaurant was bun grub Room very basic bathroom was clean .the room smelt of dogs maybe allocate rooms for dogs only. nothing in the area terrible chip shop .. not worth £100et alone £185 … one highlight good breakfast 👍definitely wouldn’t sty there again or recommend it
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great location very friendly staff and very comfortable surroundings would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay,Staff at Breakfast were amazing very friendly and the Eggs Royale were beautiful thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Hospitality was very good. The bar and food was very good the bar and surrounding area was very nice and well presented. How ever the room we stayed in was very poor was not cleaned properly the whole area up stairs neadered a good clean cleaned
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn with lots to do close by. The rooms were large and quiet. Breakfast was very good. We would highly recommend this place for a stay in Ambleside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025