The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group

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The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group
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Overview

The smoke-free The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group is located in a rural area of Ambleside, 4.1 km from the partner Holehird Gardens, which is very convenient if you want to immerse yourself in nature. This 4-star hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and 43 rooms that offer views of the mountain.

Location

Surrounded by a lake, the hotel is in proximity to the Hayes Garden World. Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group is also around 15 minutes' drive from Lake Grasmere and around minutes' walk from Low Wray Bay. Guests might as well visit Stagshaw Garden, which is 0.6 km away. Explore the historical sights of Ambleside, starting with the 19th-century Wray Castle situated nearly 25 minutes' walk away.

The nearest bus stop is Hayes Garden Centre, located approximately 700 metres away.

Rooms

The allergy-free rooms at The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group combine such comforts as ironing facilities with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a direct dial telephone. They also comprise a sitting area. The rooms at the property feature carpeted floors. A separate toilet and a shower, along with hair dryers and bath sheets, are provided.

Eat & Drink

There is a lounge bar onsite. Guests may find the cafeteria Waterhead Coffee Shop about 10 minutes by car from Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:43
Former name
Waterhead
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Rooms and availability

Classic Double or Twin Room
  • Room size:

    26 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Room
  • Room size:

    26 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Double Room
  • Room size:

    23 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Hiking

Cycling

Canoeing

Fishing

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room view

  • With view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group

💵 Lowest room price 188 £
📏 Distance to centre 900 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.8
✈️ Distance to airport 76.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Carlisle Lake District, CAX

Location
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Address
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Lake Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0ER
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Lake Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0ER
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Jenkin Crag
880 m
Loughrigg
High Close Estate
2.9 km
The Hollens
The National Trust
810 m
Cylinders Langdale
Merz Barn
1.1 km
Church
St Mary's Church
1.2 km
Restaurant
Table 22 Restaurant
3.5 km
Restaurant
Four Seasons Terrace Cafe Hayes Garden World
1.3 km

Reviews of The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group

8.3 /10
Great
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Spacious rooms with fine lake views, excellent breakfast, and family-friendly service near local attractions.

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Rooms and cleanliness8
Here's what guests said:
“Bright, cozy rooms feature huge beds, modern decor, and perfect cleanliness with lake views.”
Location9
Here's what guests said:
“Walking distance to attractions like Merz Barn and Jenkin Crag, conveniently near ferry services.”
Dining9
Here's what guests said:
“Locally sourced breakfast with various options, including delicious pastries and cooked items.”
Price and service7
Here's what guests said:
“Luxury lake-view rooms priced around £500, attentive staff providing excellent service.”
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  • A
    Adam
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 08 Jan
    Perfect
    9.0

    The breakfast I had was delicious with local foods and nice products and hot meals cooked to order. The hotel's location was central, right on the shoreline. Moreover, it's next to lake as well as the restaurant. Nothing too...  

  • K
    Karl
    United States
    Wrote a review on 08 Jan
    Needs improvement
    5.6

    Lovely building and rooms on a plus breakfast. Particularly good location for our visit to Hayes Garden World Ambleside at a moderate distance from the hotel. Free parking on-site provided.

    Awful breakfast.

  • W
    William
    United States
    Wrote a review on 30 Dec
    Perfect
    9.0

    large bed, airy room with a magnificent view of the lake.

  • W
    William
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 26 Dec
    Very good
    7.8

    The location was stunning: shops and supermarkets were within walking distance.

  • P
    Paul
    United Kingdom
    left 11 reviews
    Wrote a review on 10 Dec
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    excellent location
    attentive staff

    Stayed at the waterhead for 2 nights in a superior room with a view. The location was excellent, just a short stroll from the lakeshore. The room was lovely, and a standout moment was when a staff member, rhys, surprised us with prosecco...  

    Superior Double Or Twin Room With View
  • M
    Mike
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 22 Nov
    Very good
    7.0

    It has stunning central location by the lake.

  • Wrote a review on 13 Nov
    Great
    8.6

    Staff were very friendly and we had a very warm welcoming, our room had a lovely view of the lakes, great facilities in the room and very good room service.

  • Wrote a review on 08 Nov
    Great
    8.2

    The food was very good, room was also good, sTAFF were very HeLPFUL and friendly.

    Sreeaming children in the restaurant in the evening, there was a great clash between the ambience of the restaurant with excellent food and very good service and good decor and lighting and these screaming children, with buggies being pushed through. Ask children under 5 to eat between 6.30 and 7.15pm and ban buggies. Music left on overnight in bar area.

  • GW
    Graham Ward
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 19 Oct
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service9.0
    Value9.0
    Dining9.0
    9.8

    We stayed at the Waterhead to celebrate our Golden wedding anniversary. It was our first return visit ad we were impressed with everything about the hotel. The rooms were amazing, and we were well looked after by all the staff. We could only stay for one night, but it was an experience not to be forgotten.

    As above.

    Nothing to complain about.

  • PC
    Peter Cardew
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 16 Oct
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service9.0
    Value9.0
    Dining8.0
    8.2

    Lovely hotel and generally good service

    Bed superb and very comfortable

    Blade of beef was dry with no jus and no waiter came to ask why we were not eating!!

  • D
    Dave
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 11 Oct
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    beautifully decorated room
    good escape
    limited on-site parking
    busy bar area

    Fine views and a beautifully decorated room. The breakfast offered a great selection, especially enjoyed the yogurt. On-site parking was a challenge, and the bar could get quite busy during evenings. A good escape amidst beautiful scenery with wonderful dining experiences.

    Classic Double Or Twin Room With View
  • Wrote a review on 04 Oct
    Perfect
    9.0

    It's a perfict hotel I love it, staff is good, beakfast is excellent, location is exactly what I was looking for .. In general I recommend it to my friends and family

    No swimming pool & the value for money

  • Wrote a review on 22 Sept
    Great
    8.0

    Staff were very proffesional helpful and friendly,the hotel has a very relaxed atmosphere and is in a great location.

  • Wrote a review on 18 Sept
    Perfect
    9.6

    absence of Halal or enough Vegetarian menue. Also, some arabic chanels will be recomended.

  • Wrote a review on 10 Sept
    Perfect
    9.4

    Excellent in every respect-comfortable,well-equipped room,splendidly stylish bathroom,excellently-run restaurant,with very good food served by attentive,but not over-fussy staff.(See questionnaire filled by us,occupants of room 39)....  

FAQ about The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group

What is the distance from the The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group to Ambleside city centre?
Ambleside city centre is reachable within a 10-minute walk from the The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group.
Can we park our car at the 4-star The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group?
Yes, the 4-star The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group offers parking on site.
At what time can I check-in at the 4-star The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group?
At the 4-star The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group, you can check in from 15:00 till 23:00.
At what time can I check-out at the Ambleside hotel?
You can check out of the Ambleside hotel from 07:00 till 10:00.
How much does a room at the hotel cost?
The prices at the hotel start from £125.
What payment methods are available in the The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group?
At the The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group, guests can pay using American Express, Visa, and Maestro as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 4-star The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group comprise?
The 4-star The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group provides such room types as Classic Queen Room, Superior Room, and Family Room.
Which facilities does the Ambleside hotel provide?
Top locations of the Ambleside hotel include a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box.

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