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About this property
With wonderful countryside views, this stylish hotel is 2 minutes' walk from the centre of Ambleside. It offers free Wi-Fi and a tasty breakfast. All the bedrooms have en suite facilities and hairdryers and guests can enjoy free tea and coffee making facilities. The Gables Guesthouse Ambleside has a spacious dining room providing traditional English cooking with continental and vegetarian alternatives. Locally sourced products are used where possible. Secure bike storage and drying facilities are available at the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Wendy
Australia
“The staff and management were super helpful and friendly. The manager went out of his way to buy me a top sheet for the bed as I can’t sleep under a heavy quilt.” - Karen
United Kingdom
“Great location;very central yet quiet. Room was very comfortable and clean.Lots of choices for breakfast to set you up for the day.Staff friendly.” - David
United Kingdom
“The rooms where lovely, very clean and spacious, the staff were very helpful and efficient” - Claire
United Kingdom
“The property was very clean and we had a nice view of the park and fells in the background. Jacklin was fabulous. She made us very welcome every morning and would always have a chat with us. The location was great as the guest house is just up the...” - Veronica
United Kingdom
“It was spotlessly clean and staff were exceptionally warm and welcoming. The single room and bathroom were a good size and well equipped.” - Ofer
United Kingdom
“Absolutely wonderful! Great choice of eggs and everything that encompasses a full English. A special mention for Jacqui who makes the stay even more special, with her warm friendliness and amazing work ethic.” - Christine
United Kingdom
“Been here before and will return again to this B/B. Nice friendly people. Clean and great location in the centre of Ambleside and car parking a bonus. Nice breakfast” - Ian
United Kingdom
“Great breakfast and friendly staff. Close to all amenities. Free on site parking.” - Jozef
Slovakia
“The location, food and room were all great. The area was also quiet. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the bus stop with a lovely view.” - Edmund
United Kingdom
“A really lovely, clean, comfortable hotel in a perfect location both for the facilities of Ambleside and as a base to explore the central lakes by bus.”
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Child policies
Children older than 11 years are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.





The fine print
Please note that late check-ins (after 20:00) have to be arranged at the time of booking.
Please be aware that the property is unable to accommodate late-check out requests.
Please inform The Gables Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.