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The Three Shires Inn

4.0 star property
Inn in Ambleside with free breakfast and a restaurant

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The Three Shires Inn welcomes guests with a full breakfast and comfortable spaces to unwind. Visitors enjoy the garden, relax on the sunny terrace, or venture out to nearby trails with their bikes. The staff helps arrange tours and tickets, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
Little Langdale, Ambleside, England, LA22 9NZ

What's nearby

  • Skelwith Force - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Allan Bank - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Dove Cottage - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 15 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chesters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Three Shires Inn

Upscale inn near Lake Windermere
At The Three Shires Inn, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 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

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

Property is also known as

Three Shires Inn Ambleside
Three Shires Inn
Three Shires Ambleside
The Three Shires Inn Inn
The Three Shires Inn Ambleside
The Three Shires Inn Inn Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

Is The Three Shires Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Three Shires Inn?

As of Dec 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Three Shires Inn on Dec 22, 2025 start from $112.49, excluding 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 Three Shires Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at The Three Shires Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Three Shires Inn located?

Situated in Ambleside, this inn is within 3 mi (5 km) of Allan Bank, Skelwith Force, and Tarn Hows. Lake Windermere and Rothay Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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