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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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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Wendy
    Australia 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 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 United Kingdom
    The rooms where lovely, very clean and spacious, the staff were very helpful and efficient
  • Claire
    United Kingdom 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 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 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 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 United Kingdom
    Great breakfast and friendly staff. Close to all amenities. Free on site parking.
  • Jozef
    Slovakia 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 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.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.7Based on 317 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We have upgraded the property and now have 14 lovely bright ensuite bedrooms to accommodate our guests. Our hearty Cumbrian breakfast is based on good food ethics - locally sourced and cooked to order.

Neighbourhood information

Ambleside is situated right in the heart of the Lake District National Park with beautiful scenery and amazing walking opportunities from our doorstep. We are within a one minute walk of lovely independent shops and an array of dining experiences ranging from pubs and cafes to cosy restaurants and fine dining. Lake Windermere is a one mile walk away where you can cruise to the very southern end or just take a short ride and opt out at Wray Castle for a lovely walk.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.