Hotels in Ambleside

Lakes Lodge offers modern facilities usually found only in larger hotels but in a relaxed atmosphere - the best of both worlds! Unlike many smaller hotels, the hotel is licensed and offers wine and beer room service throughout the day. Ice and ice buckets are installed for your convenience and for you to help yourself to. The hotel also have an exclusive link to the Regent Hotel at Waterhead Bay, for you to use their indoor pool and restaurant. The town house is just 200 metres away from the shops and other local amenities within the heart of Ambleside.

For six months from November 2003, the Waterhead Hotel underwent a £2.7 million refurbishment and extension to become the Lake District's first four star Townhouse Hotel. You are now invited to experience the most contemporary and luxurious surroundings, staying in bedrooms with the most modern, yet user friendly, equipment, including CD/DVD players and flat screen TVs. Whilst the Waterhead's facilities have been transformed, what has remained is the relaxing Lakeside setting and superlative views over Waterhead Bay with its backdrop of Wetherlam Fell and Coniston Old Man.Probably the most spectacular time to appreciate the view is as the sun sets behind the fells, the sky turns crimson and the lake reflects this beauty. Now picture yourself admiring this majestic natural spectacle from the comfortable surroundings of the Bay Bar and Lounge whilst being presented with a glass of your favourite tipple. Or allow yourself to be pampered with our courteous, friendly, anticipatory and professional service in the Bay Restaurant. The menu features local produce imaginatively prepared and presented. Lessening the number of 'food miles' (distance from producer to plate) is an important consideration for Chef Michael Weston-Cole.Should you fancy something more energetic, then the fells beckon from our doorstep, or you can utilise the complimentary membership of the Low Wood Leisure Club, which is located less than a mile from the Waterhead. Facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, solarium, gym and beauty treatments.

The Swan Hotel is situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park. With our established reputation for hospitality and service, we welcome back guests time and again. The Swan at Grasmere, situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park, is an excellent base from which to explore the local area. It is an ideal location for walking, sailing, fishing, cycling, shopping, riding and golfing. The great appeal of this hotel is shown by the many guests who return year after year. Log fires burn in the winter in lounge fireplace while in summer the Swan is an ideal base for lovers of the Great Outdoors or for those who prefer a more leisurely break in a stunning setting.

Lakes Lodge offers contempory townhouse bed and breakfast accommodation in the centre of Ambleside.We offer modern facilities with an atmosphere to give you "a great night and a good morning" All rooms are en-suite,with a choice of family, four poster and king size bedded rooms, some boasting stunning fell views. TV with DVD, Playstation is available at reception and complementary tray in all rooms. Ice machine for guest use with beer and wines available throughout the day. Ample parking and lock-up for motorcycles and mountain bikes. Start your day in the cafe-style buffet breakfast room where you can help yourself to continental style cuisine. This comprises of cereals, fruit, bread and fruit juice to name just a few items available. Throughout the day the coffee machine is on for you to help yourself to when returning from a day on the lake or walking in the fells. Guests staying at Lake Lodge have the use of the pool and restaurant (evening meals)at our sister hotel, The Regent which is located by the boat pier on the lakeside.Please note this hotel is completely non-smoking. If guests smoke in the bedrooms a charge of up to 1 night accommodation may apply.