The Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn, Ambleside

Hotels
The Inn Collection Group
8.4 (2076 reviews)
Waterhead Bay , Ambleside , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
Cycling
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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 accommodation.

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.

When booking five or more rooms, group terms and conditions are applied to your reservation. A 10% non-refundable deposit is taken at time of booking and full payment and rooming list are required six weeks prior to your arrival. These terms replace any other booking policies agreed with online travel agents.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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.
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  • Parking

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2076 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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Catherine family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

The location was amazing, right by the lake. The room was modern and cosy. Staff were very friendly. It was great that parking was included for residents.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Angel_Lk solo_traveller de
9
Pros:

Hervorragendes Bett in einem großen Zimmer in dem Dependance Gebäude. Sauber und in hervorragender Lage nur durch die Straße vom See getrennt. Das Water edge Inn hat einen traumhaften Biergarten auf einer großen Wiese mit wunderschönem Ausblick. Sehr ruhig nachts. Wir hatten Glück und haben einen Parkplatz direkt hinter dem Gebäude gefunden. Man registriert sich mit seinem Kfz-Kennzeichen im Pub und muss den Parkplatz nicht bezahlen.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Dr Vanessa couple gb
7
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Kanchan family_with_children gb
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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sarah solo_traveller gb
8
I recommend the wateredge inn
Pros:

The room was very spacious and clean and well equipped.

Cons:

I stayed in the middle of a heatwave and there was no air con and the windows didn’t open. There was a small fan but not nearly powerful enough to cool the room.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Alaa Alsalawy family_with_children sa
7
Pros:

Location on lake

Cons:

Staff not professional at all I spent too much time to find some to check us in .....then a young lady come and was not good at all gave me wrong room did not tell me where I can find that room e aptly was having a door from outside while I spent hour looking for the door from inside like all other room ...and after hours we changed one room ......this is only thing at check in ...rather than this everything was nice and even reach to excellent.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Sharon couple gb
10
A brilliant location that’s hard to beat
Pros:

Fantastic lakeside location with the best beer garden in the Lake District. We had a lovely big dog friendly room with easy access to outdoor space. Our second stay here and we can’t fault it.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Lee couple gb
8
Comfortable and handy for the wonderful windmere
Pros:

Lovely inside and near the lake was great. Also being able to park once checked out is a real advantage

Cons:

Next to the road. Couldn’t have the windows open

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Marian extended_group gb
10
Excellent - would recommend to anyone!
Pros:

Everything!! Fabulous position at the end of the lake - convenient fir bus and boat trips, staff were delightful and helpful. Will be booking again!

Cons:

Not enough cake on offer!!!😂

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Jayne couple gb
5
Ok, but not with price
Pros:

Location. Stayed here before.
Check in quick.

Cons:

320 pound for Cosy double for 2 nights.
No windows that can see out of. No window in bathroom, but ok.
Location great.
Breakfast- so many tables not cleared for next guest- got busy, rush, but still no where to sit. Had to ask for table to be cleared. Then to be wiped. Then not cutely. No glasses at juice station, no coffee cups.
Alarm went off -which is ok. But then asked to move from our seats in middle of eating as under seat storage was required for cup tops and serviettes, was not necessary.
Staff were laughing, joyful, but neglectful.
2nd stay, disappointed.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
8
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
1
Bad service hotel not up to standard for a 4 star rating
Pros:

The location was perfect

Cons:

We got there and it took a while to actually locate our room once inside I was very disappointed as it wasn’t up to a 4 star hotel
The bathroom was very tired and the light fittings were hanging out of the ceiling
I also ordered a bottle of champagne as it was my wife’s birthday but it never appeared until I had to go across the road to the pub to request it

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Iain couple gb
10
Another great stay, with great food and great surroundings.
Pros:

Right on the waters edge, rooms were great, breakfast was excellent, bar meals were great too, staff were really helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Joseph couple gb
9
Had a great stay would highly recommend
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Adam couple gb
9
Pros:

very welcoming & comforting

Cons:

having to cross a busy main road to access the pub/ breakfast

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Donna solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Excellent

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Tina solo_traveller gb
6
Enjoyed the location and the beautiful views of the lake .
Pros:

Location was perfect . Staff were friendly and the inn had beautiful views of the lake

Cons:

Room was disappointing . No windows in main bedroom area . Made the room seem very dark . Food menu needs more variety .

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Cheryl solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

All of it the room was lovely and clean the breakfast was fresh and plentiful

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-07-07 via Nuitee