The Apple Pie Cafe, Rydal Road, Ambleside, LA22 9AN, United Kingdom
#29 of 47 B&Bs and inns in Ambleside
Guests' ChoiceBased on 236 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.6
Free Wifi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 6, 2025
Bonita
United KingdomCentral location and lovely decor with a great view, staff very welcoming and helpful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 31, 2025
Ann
United KingdomLove everything about Apple Rooms/Loft
Lovely choice of breakfast, maybe cost slightly more than expected but quality outwayed the difference. We have no complaints. Usually would have stayed next rmdoor in rooms but treated ourselves to Loft with lovely views.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 25, 2025
Hazel
United KingdomA little more expensive compared to some of our stays but a prime location so expected.
Booked last minute as an overnight stop over as we were doing a half marathon nearby. Location was great, room was comfortable and spotlessly clean.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: June 17, 2025
Karen
United KingdomNothing
Really friendly helpful staff, special mention for Yvette who went above and beyond. Delicious breakfasts in the cafe downstairs with great service. This is our 4th stay here and we will return.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 16, 2025
Emily
United KingdomOnly downside to the room was the lack of hanging space for clothes. Even though we were only there 2 nights would've been good to hang clothes up. Instead I just used the chair for a chairdrobe.
Great location, amazing view from the room, free parking a short walking distance away, price felt very good value for money, drying room, bonus 10% off in the Apple Pie bakery was appreciated - one of the best breakfasts I've had in a long time. Spoiler - loved the gingerbread left in the room. Will certainly look to book again!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 27, 2025
John
United KingdomLoved it all just could do with better parking on grounds
It was clean central staff very helpful and the bakery was amazing even had a ev charger and was very reasonable cost to charge car
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 23, 2025
Barbara
United KingdomThe choice of cooked breakfast. You could not substitute anything just leave out what you didn’t want which wasn’t good value for money. However the toasted bath bun I had on the third morning was lovely as were the cup cakes my daughter ordered for my birthday.
The location was excellent the room was lovely with a beautiful view and very clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 19, 2025
Pratima
IndiaVery well managed. Clean rooms. Ideal location
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 9, 2025
Tim
United KingdomRoom was pretty warm during stay but weather was also at higher end of what Ambleside will experience- fan was provided if needed
Perfect location - well equipped
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 29, 2025
Sean
United KingdomEverything was great
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 22, 2025
Rachel
United KingdomNothing
The view is amazing. The location is perfect and the cafe/ bakery is devine. Happiest place to wake up :)
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 8, 2025
Jennifer
United KingdomThe Apple Loft was a lovely place to stay in Ambleside. The location was central, the staff were friendly and the room was clean and was well equipped. We really appreciated the thoughtful touches like the ground coffee and cafetière, milk in the fridge and delicious gingerbread.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 5, 2025
Gary
United KingdomEverything was brilliant and good value
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 3, 2025
Andy
United KingdomNothing
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 2, 2025
Summerton
United KingdomMuch smaller than appears on photos!
Great location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 25, 2025
Lindsey
United KingdomNothing
Modern, compact, excellent location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 17, 2025
Kevin
United KingdomLocation was amazing
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 27, 2025
Luke
United KingdomThe check in time of 15.00pm was a little late and did not leave us much time to enjoy the room as much as we would of liked. We understand this is the same with a lot of accommodations, but with a check out time of 10.00am then an earlier check in time should be possible.
The accommodation was central in the village, and the view from the large window was exceptional. The small fridge was ideal for a few bottles of water and a bottle of wine.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 21, 2025
Lorraine
United KingdomWe both liked everything about this property Food is excellant
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 5, 2025
Speakman
United KingdomThe pillows were a little flat 🤣
Fantastic location in the centre of Ambleside. Spacious room, beautifully styled. The bed was really comfortable. Full marks for a full size kettle and big mugs! For 2 avid tea drinkers this makes the most welcome change from the tiny hotel kettles and cups usually found in accommodation. Spacious shower and modern bathroom. We loved our stay.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 2, 2025
Janice
United KingdomLocation excellent
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 11, 2024
Jane
United KingdomThe Location was wonderful. Right in the heart of the town so all the local restaurants ,pubs and shops were within easy walking distance..The view from our window was of the bridge house in Ambleside with the fells in the background. It was iconic and the owners had set 2 chairs in front of the wide expansive window so you could sit in comfort and watch the world go by. The room was spacious ,clean and welcoming.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 9, 2024
Emma
United KingdomIt wasn’t a big issue but limited parking on site (there is an overflow 5mins away if needed). Shower a little cool but still tucked all the boxes.
Great location, peaceful pleasant room, lovely reception/welcome
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 28, 2024
Khalid
QatarParking
comfortable Stunning Views
Stayed in November 2024
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