Vicarage Road, Ambleside, LA22 9DH, United Kingdom
#23 of 47 B&Bs and inns in Ambleside
Guests' ChoiceBased on 80 B&B reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
10.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 7, 2025
Mark
United KingdomExceptionally dog friendly and very attentive staff. Location is perfect as bang in centre of Ambleside. Beautiful old building and breakfast in room is a nice touch. Would defo stay again.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 10, 2025
Peter
Isle of ManFriendly helpful people. Very good pool, sauna and hot tub. Very central to lovely town in beautiful area.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 8, 2025
Gary
United KingdomThe place was very nice.location very close to lakes and shops etc..Loved the pool and sauna on site..
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Carl
United KingdomA little TLC with regard to fixtures and fittings and carpet in reception area in need of a clean. Although do appreciate the amount of foot traffic it receives. None of which detracted from our lovely stay
Location was perfect. Breakfast was very good, although table a little small for 4. Only real complaint was from my travelling companions in Room 7 who had to put up with excessive noise from room above, late in the evening.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 22, 2025
Anna
United KingdomMy only improvements ever would be having a small area of grass for dogs to do business, and on the breakfast the hollandaise wasn’t quite to my taste - just as I don’t like mustard/ peppery tastes too much
The staff were so welcoming, and made me feel at ease straight away, especially traveling for the first time with two young Labradors. The room was spacious and so comfortable
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Josh
United KingdomDecor looks a little bit tired in places
The location couldn't be better and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Oh and the breakfast in bed service was a very nice suprise! Loved it! We only stayed 1 night as a quick pit stop but very impressed and would definitely return.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 18, 2025
Paul
United KingdomAll good
Very convenient location, with on site parking, yet still very quiet and peaceful, the breakfast was excellent and the staff were all very friendly and helpful, excellent stay
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 13, 2025
Paul
United KingdomLovely breakfast in bed 😛
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 12, 2025
Tracy
United KingdomNothing
The breakfast & staff was 1st class 😊
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: July 6, 2025
Catherine
United KingdomNot being allowed to take dogs into the breakfast room.
Location, room size, breakfast were all outstanding.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: June 24, 2025
Philip
United KingdomMy wife would have liked an option of fresh fruit salad on the breakfast menu but not an issue as she prepared her own. Not a complaint.
I thoroughly enjoyed the full English
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 22, 2025
Dominique
United KingdomNothing
Large room, comfortable bed, spa bath, very friendly hosts, great breakfasts, central location, great swimming pool, hot tub and sauna, lovely grounds. Very quiet.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 17, 2025
Dawn
United KingdomCould do with lick of paint but fair do it’s a lovely traditional property
Location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 9, 2025
Jennifer
United KingdomNothing everything lovely excellent
Breakfast excellent room first class
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 8, 2025
Simon
United KingdomLocation is right in town
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 3, 2025
Elizabeth
United KingdomWe were on the bottom floor right between the laundry and kitchen so a bit noisy in the morning. To be fair the staff probably thought we were already out.
Lovely character building with large bedroom had everything you needed. Located right in the centre and free parking also good pool, hot tub.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 2, 2025
Patrick
GermanyBathroom was a bit small and not so nice compared to the rest of the room.
Really friendly, great breakfast, good location, good sized room.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 29, 2025
Gabriella
United KingdomThe Deco of the lounge room and breakfast area was dated. Plants look like they've not been watered for years. The breakfast bacon to salty. Sausage to small. Hash brown rock solid. Would have been nice to have the option of cut up fruit.
Lovely clean room. In a nice location at the back of hotel. Nice jacuzzi and sauna with pool. Very nice eggs. Good choice of yogurts.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 26, 2025
Storey
United KingdomCan't find anything to fault
How we was made to feel welcome not only just at the beginning of our stay but throughout the whole stay ,our room very comfortable and in a perfect place,location very good ,parking available at all times ,with the added bonus of swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna ,exceptional breakfast, very friendly staff
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 16, 2025
John
United KingdomNothing
Breakfast choice excellent. Location 200metres from town. Private parking
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 7, 2025
Sanjeev
IndiaNothing I can recall.
Absolutely amazing place to spend 2 days holiday at Ambleside. Very close to the main market and pubs area. The view from the room was amazing and the room itself was so warm and cozy. The breakfast was superb and the highlight was the Owner who was so warm and helpful in our chek-in. He helped us with tips of exploring the place and planning our holiday. Great Stay.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 22, 2025
Gill
New ZealandNothing really
We had stayed there before re 14 years ago. It did not disappoint. Very comfy relaxed place in ideal location. Very friendly staff ( they did washing for us at no cost) and wonderful breakfasts. They are happy for you to bring take away meals in and provide plates etc. lovely atmosphere in a historic setting.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 19, 2025
Beisly
United KingdomThe mattres on the bed was uncomfortable. You hear everything from the bathroom next door.
The breakfast was superb with excellent choices on the menu. The staff were friendly and could not have been more helpful. The position of the accommodation is perfect.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 12, 2025
Veronica
United KingdomNothing comes to mind.
Easy to park outside entrance. Large room with table to write on. Personable staff striking just the right note.
Stayed in April 2025
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