The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group

$$$$||View on mapAmbleside, United KingdomLake Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0ER|
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The Waterhead Inn, Ambleside- The Inn Collection Group
Lake Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0ER·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location9.4
Staff8.7
Comfort8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.2
Who stays here
Couples70%
Families18%
Groups9%
Solo3%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Location9.4
Staff8.7
Comfort8.6
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.2
Who stays here
Couples70%
Families18%
Groups9%
Solo3%

3-star lakeside inn on Lake Windermere with dog-friendly rooms and complimentary breakfast

Dining & Bar

The Waterhead Inn offers a culinary focus on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, with an on-site bar and grill serving British pub classics. Guests receive a complimentary Gin and Tonic upon arrival, and the bar features authentic local ale options. The hotel provides a unique outdoor dining experience with scenic views of Lake Windermere.

Rooms & Amenities

The Waterhead Hotel provides dog-friendly accommodations, allowing four-legged guests to stay alongside their owners. Rooms at the Waterhead Inn include allergy-free options and are equipped with heating and key card access. The hotel also offers free parking on site, subject to availability, and a daily housekeeping service.

Location & Activities

Waterhead Ambleside sits directly on Lake Windermere, with the pier for boat trips to Bowness just steps away. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Wray Castle, Zip World at Brockhole, and Windermere, while Ambleside Town Centre is a short stroll. The Lake District's popular walking and cycling routes surround the property, and the bus stop outside connects to Grasmere and Bowness.

Dining & Bar

The Waterhead Hotel serves British pub classics with a focus on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Guests receive a complimentary Gin and Tonic upon arrival, and the bar offers authentic local ale options. The hotel provides a unique outdoor dining experience with scenic views of the lake.

Pet-Friendly & Family Amenities

The Waterhead Inn is a dog-friendly hotel that welcomes pets with dedicated accommodations and amenities. Families can use the hotel as a base for exploring the Lake District, with Wray Castle and Zip World at Brockhole a 10-minute drive away. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast with diverse and local options, plus a children's menu with kids' meals.

  • Location: On Lake Windermere, steps from the pier for boat trips to Bowness
  • Rooms: Dog-friendly rooms with lake views and allergy-free options
  • Dining: British pub classics with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients
  • Welcome: Complimentary Gin and Tonic upon arrival
  • Parking: Free on-site parking, subject to availability
  • Nearby: 10-minute drive to Wray Castle, Zip World at Brockhole, and Windermere
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel 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:38
Former name
Waterhead
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Rooms and availability

Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Superior Room with Old Town View
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Lake view
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage 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

  • Lake 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 125 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 47.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Carlisle Lake District, CAX

Location

Lake Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0ER
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Lake Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0ER
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Lake Road, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0ER
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Table 22 Restaurant
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