Hotels in Ambleside

Anna and Paul welcome you to their fabulous guesthouse. The Wordsworths Guesthouse, come highly commended from all who stay there. Furnished and decorated to a soaringly high standard, Wordsworths combines elegance and comfort with a relaxed atmosphere and ambience. Only a two minute walk into Ambleside town where you can find is a fabulous selection of restaurants, bars cafes and shops, or a five minute walk to the head of Lake Windermere for slightly more peaceful attractions. Private car park, secure mountain bike storage and drying facilities are all available on-site. An ideal location to explore the beautiful Lake District!

The hotel is undergoing an intense refurbishment at present and will be taking bookings again from 23 May 2008. Built in 1856, Rothay Garden is located in beautiful Grasmere, and offers a peaceful Lakeland retreat. It is set in the heart of the Lake District with tranquil setting and easy access from all directions. Rothay Garden is overlooked by majestic fells in the Vale of Grasmere, and is the perfect choice for enjoying a holiday in the English Lake District. Windermere is only 10 minutes away and the drive from the M6 takes approximately 40 minutes.

The Red Lion Hotel in Grasmere is the perfect base for a holiday in the Lake District. Artists and poets have been drawn to this area of the Lake District since Wordsworth's time. Today, visitors can explore the walks and fells of Grasmere, rich in wildlife, flora and fauna or visit local stately homes, museums, parks and gardens or the World of Beatrix Potter. The Red Lion's lounge bar and conservatory (for snacks or tea) are welcoming whilst the Courtyard Restaurant will tickle your taste buds with traditional English cuisine. All 47 bedrooms have recently been refurbished to the highest standard, with warm colour schemes and coordinating soft furnishings. All rooms have en-suite facilities with bath and shower, and many with the added luxury of a jacuzzi bath. Other facilities include television with satellite channels, a welcome refreshment tray, direct dial telephone with modem facility, hairdrier and trouser press. Club Rooms are available on request. The Lilliputs Leisure Centre features a new indoor heated swimming pool alongside a sauna, steam room and fitness room. If you are looking for outdoor exercise, then we can book you into one of two picturesque 18-hole golf courses, each within 10 miles of us. The hotel also has fishing permits for the local association waters, which may be borrowed from reception. Open all year.

Rothay Manor is a small Regency country-house hotel set in its own landscaped gardens in the heart of the Lake District, just 1/4 mile from both Lake Windermere and the centre of Ambleside. An ideal base for walking, cycling sightseeing or just relaxing this family run hotel is hotel is renowned for the relaxed, comfortable, friendly atmosphere, and the efficient but unobtrusive service of good food and wine. Guests have free use of a nearby Leisure Club. Full English Breakfast included

A warm welcome awaits you at the Macdonald Swan Hotel in Grasmere. Originally a coaching Inn dating back to the 1600's the charming ambience and relaxing atmosphere creates the perfect place to slow down and unwind and let our caring team look after you. The Macdonald Swan Hotel (to which Lake District poet William Wordsworth affectionately refers in his poem ‘The Waggoner') is the perfect base for exploring the Lake District. It prides itself on its centuries old reputation for true English Hospitality and personal service, and welcomes back many loyal customers year after year. NON SMOKING POLICYIn line with the “Smoking, Health & Social Care Act, which came into effect in July 2007, the Hotel operates a non smoking policy in all guest rooms, public areas, function suites, bars and restaurants. We kindly request that guests observe the non smoking policy at all times.