The Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn, Ambleside

Hotels
The Inn Collection Group
8.4 (1777 reviews)
Waterhead Bay , Ambleside , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Cashless payment available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
High price for room size

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some reviews mentioned cobwebs and a cold room, affecting cleanliness.
Service
9.15
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.15
Multiple positive remarks about the ideal location near the lake.
Room Quality
7.65
Issues with cold rooms and basement location affecting comfort.
Amenities
8.65
Standard amenities mentioned, such as good breakfast and helpful staff.
Value for Money
7.65
Some comments highlighted the price as excessive for room size.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Praise for the quality and variety of food offered.
Overall Experience
8.65
General positive sentiment with some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 20:07

Property Description

Prime Location in the Lake District
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn offer a picturesque retreat surrounded by stunning fells and the tranquil waters of Lake Windermere.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Each room is thoughtfully furnished with modern amenities including a TV, Tea/Coffee making facilities, and free WIFI, ensuring a cozy stay. Guests can also request specific bed configurations to suit their preferences.

Personalized Service
The attentive team at The Wateredge Inn is dedicated to accommodating guests' needs, whether it's a special room request or assistance during your stay. Feel welcomed from the moment you arrive at this charming inn.

Experience the beauty of the Lake District at Windermere Rooms - Book your stay now!

Important information:

If guests smoke in the bedrooms, the hotel may charge the cost of up to one night's accommodations.

The hotel kindly requests guests to contact the property directly if they would like to check in with children.

It may not be possible to accommodate guests in the same room for each consecutive night of their stay.

Pet-friendly rooms are limited. A GBP 15 fee per pet per night applies and guests are required to inform the property in advance.

Special conditions apply for bookings of 5 or more rooms. When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1777 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 7.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Emma couple gb
10
Perfect location with parking!
Pros:

Fantastic location with parking!!! Our room was classed as “cosy” but it was huge! Loved our stay……would definitely book again! Breakfast was buffet style and the food was lovely

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Sheila family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

The view of the lake 😍 i took my mum for her birthday and the views were amazing. She preferred this to walking around Ambleside village.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was perfect.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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sophie couple gb
9
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Georgina family_with_children gb
10
2 of my family members had not been away on vacation since COVID, they asked to come with me.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent and I was able to order a different variation of eggs.
We ate in the Evening, food was well presented, hot and enjoyable.

Cons:

No signage indicating Check In Area/Desk, more staff required around the check in time of 15.00 pm.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
C
Colin couple gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Location the rooms are modern and very comfortable. Staff are very friendly with their guests.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Margaret couple gb
10
Amazing stay
Pros:

Excellent food, excellent staff. Perfect location. Very comfortable and warm rooms. All facilities available nothing left out. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting an amazing stay in Ambleside.

Cons:

Nothing, it was just perfect.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Liam family_with_children gb
10
2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Samuel family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Lovely comfy clean and very friendly staff. Food was excellent. Would definitely recommend.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Julie family_with_children gb
8
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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McQ couple gb
7
Comfortable bed
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

But pricey but understandable for area.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
A
arju family_with_children gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

The property was great - I would book again

Cons:

We had an issue with the checking where there was incorrect information about late check was provided due to some confusion between the hotel and the booking team. We were arriving very late but we were given access to the facility. Everything else was great!

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Dean couple gb
7
Great location.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Drip through light in bathroom. Notified staff who came and looked whilst we were out the next day but left the bathroom in a mess. Had to contact staff again who sent housekeeping to clean.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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paul family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

The hotel was lovely clean staff excellent
Breakfast was lovely
Meal in the pub were excellent
Had a really nice relaxing few days will definitely stay there again

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Tracey family_with_children nz
10
Fantastic place to stay
Pros:

Accommodation excellent, perfect location! Breakfast amazing. Gorgeous view of the lake.

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Duncan family_with_children gb
9
Wateredge Inn
Pros:

Friendly staff. Wasnt happy with room booked so they gave us a better one. Excellent buffet breakfast.

Cons:

If you are not a fan of dogs best avoid. Not a serious negative, just my personal dislike, and did not spoil an otherwise excellent stay.

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Alfie couple gb
8
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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WALTER family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Room and location.

Cons:

Not having food we wanted available, as they had ran out

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Dave family_with_children gb
8
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Natalie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-19 via Nuitee