The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside - The Inn Collection Group

8.3/10 · 1624 Reviews Book

Lake Road, Ambleside, LA22 0ER, United Kingdom

Main amenities

Bar Free Parking Free WiFi Restaurant Non-smoking Rooms Very Good Breakfast

8.3/10 (1624 Reviews)

Location

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Neighborhood

Bars

The Cellar Bar - Ambleside 1.2 km

The Golden Rule 1.4 km

Forests

Grizedale Forest 5 km

Waterfalls

Skelwith Force Waterfall 1.3 km

Historic and Protected Sites

Beatrix Potter Gallery 5 km

Rail Stations

Windermere 5 km

Staveley 10 km

Museums

Hill Top 7 km

Adventure Parks

Treetop Trek 2.6 km

Phoenix Playing Field 5 km

Broadgate Meadow Recreation Ground 5 km

Glebe Park 7 km

Restaurants

The Bar & Grill at Waterhead 20 m

Waterhead Coffee Shop 50 m

Ambleside Fish and Chips 100 m

Ski Lifts

Lake District Ski Club – Raise Ski Lift 15 km

Kendal Ski Centre Tow 2 17 km

Kendal Ski Centre Tow 1 17 km

Natural Parks

Lake District National Park Entrance 12 km

Zoos, Aquariums and Wildlife Sanctuaries

Lakes Aqaurium 15 km

Lakes

Windermere 0 m

Cafes, Coffee and Tea Houses

Rydal River Cafe 3.2 km

Information

The Waterhead Inn on Lake Road offers free Wi-Fi, an on-site bar, restaurant service, complimentary parking, and well-regarded breakfast options. Guests can enjoy local dining at The Bar & Grill at Waterhead located within the property itself while exploring nearby attractions. Grizedale Forest lies just nine kilometers away via a nine-minute drive, providing scenic woodland trails ideal for outdoor activities. Skelwith Force Waterfall is even closer at two kilometers and takes about two minutes by car, offering stunning views along its short approach path. Windermere’s lakeside charm awaits seven kilometers distant with a straightforward seven-minute drive connecting visitors to water-based recreation and picturesque shoreline walks.

Amenities

Bathroom

Toilet paper Towels Bathtub or shower Private bathroom Toilet Free toiletries Hairdryer Shower

General

Smoke-free property Heating Carpeted Ironing facilities Non-smoking rooms Iron Hypoallergenic room available

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms Key card access Key access Safe

Food & Drink

Wine/Champagne (Paid) Kids' meals (Paid) Bar Restaurant Fruit (Paid)

Safety features

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities First aid kits available Face masks for guests available

Cleanliness & disinfection

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay Guest accommodation disinfected between stays Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Activities

Cycling Hiking Fishing (Paid) Canoeing (Paid)

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV Satellite channels TV

Physical distancing

Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas Physical distancing rules followed Cashless payment available

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture Garden Terrace

Bedroom

Linens Wardrobe or closet

Living Area

Sitting area Desk

Services

Daily housekeeping

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Food & drink safety

Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

Internet

Parking

Parking

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

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Reviews

10 / 10

Philip - 02/12/2026

Everything

8 / 10

Peter - 02/09/2026

Location and cleanliness

Rooms dog friendly but above car park and trade entrance for vans etc so noisy from 6am when away not wanting to be woke up early

9 / 10

Debbie - 02/11/2026

Excellent breakfast and evening meal. Very comfortable room and friendly staff.

My room was in an annex to the main hotel and situated by a car park. The lorries close by the door in the morning was a bit disturbing.

3 / 10

Sheelagh - 02/07/2026

The superior room had an excellent view and was clean and comfortable

The general areas were poor and the second day of our stay our room was not cleaned or fresh towels were not provided Also the breakfast was dreadful

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Adults

Children

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Important information

Please note rooms accommodating pets may be limited and are subject to a charge of GBP 15 per pet per night. Guests who wish to travel with pets are advised to inform the property in advance.

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