Skelwith Bridge Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1061 reviews)
Skelwith Bridge , Ambleside , GB
+44 15394 32115

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Location is beautiful
Good value for money
Cons:
Some room amenities need updating
Occasional plumbing noise

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Most reviews indicated the hotel was clean and well-maintained.
Service
8.93
Staff were frequently mentioned as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
8.97
Many reviewers praised the hotel's location for its accessibility to beautiful walks.
Room Quality
7.92
Overall favorable, though some comments noted issues such as shower functionality.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities were generally appreciated, with some wish for updates.
Value for Money
8.91
Reviewers overwhelmingly felt they received good value for their stay.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Most mentioned breakfast positively, though some noted the restaurant's food quality.
Overall Experience
8.43
A positive experience was shared, with a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 20:49

Property Description

Luxurious En-Suite Accommodation
Skelwith Bridge Hotel, nestled on the outskirts of Ambleside, offers a luxurious stay with en-suite rooms and complimentary private parking. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing experience for guests.

Gastronomic Delights and Leisure
Indulge in culinary delights at the on-site à la carte restaurant, offering a variety of menu options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Unwind at the bar with a selection of wines, beers, and soft drinks, or enjoy a fun-filled time at the games room. The beautiful garden and terrace provide a serene spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Exciting Outdoor Activities
For adventure seekers, the hotel offers a range of outdoor activities such as sailing, cycling, fishing, and golfing in the picturesque surroundings. Explore the beauty of Rydal Water just 3 km away or venture into various recreational activities nearby.

Experience luxury and leisure at Skelwith Bridge Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1061 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Chris • extended_group • gb
7
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • solo_traveller • gb
10
amazing, great location, fantastic staff!! thanks
Pros:

amazing stay. Breakfast was fantastic, room amazing, coudlnt ask for more

Cons:

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2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Clementine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Staff and location

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Gareth • couple • au
10
Very good
Pros:

Clean, friendly staff, easy car parking

Cons:

No answer here - was happy with the place.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Stayed here lots of times excellent hotel great location and rooms beautiful

Cons:

No phone signal but out in the countryside so it's expected

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Chris • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Location and vintage

Cons:

The bed was too soft

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • gb
8
Needed an overnight stay close to Langdale. This was perfect. Warm, cosy, good breakfast and evening meal all on site.
Pros:

Fantastic location.
Everything there that you need.

Cons:

A very squeaky bed.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
8
Good
Pros:

Friendly staff. Good location, bus stop right outside for bus into Ambleside. Great food!

Cons:

Shower was not great, impossible to get a usable temperature

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • couple • gb
6
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great stay
Pros:

Lovely young man took my bed to the room and welcomed us. Lovely view from the windows, room warm and bed comfortable. Breakfast excellent ,evening food very good and plentiful. Lovely old hotel and would definitely love to return.

Cons:

Lack off any atmosphere in Talbot bar, happy to eat and quickly leave, it was cold, no fire . General areas could do with a deeper clean given the number of dogs around.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
10
Great little find. We really enjoyed our stay here
Pros:

Great place to stay, very comfortable, loved the hotel, great location , the steak we had was unreal! We will definitely go again

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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campbell • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The location was great and the staff were lovely.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The whole package from check in to check out.
on arrival i received a warm welcome.
The breakfast was amazing and opening the door of room 12 gave me the wow factor.
I didn't stop for dinner as i was with a walking group.
The hotel location is perfect for multi centre walks, its in the middle when you are walking in Ambleside, Grasmere and Coniston.
The drying room was superb as the weather was wet, and my gear dried overnight.

Cons:

The bathroom was huge and i thoroughly enjoyed a bath after walking, i couldn't see a hand rail for support to entering and leaving the bath. That's the only thing as i like staying here, twice now.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • family_with_children • gb
6
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • gb
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
8
Clean comfortable and friendly with fab breakfast and bar meals.
Pros:

Great breakfast, bar meals and friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing in general

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Lyn • couple • gb
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • gb
8
Welcoming, warm and good food.
Pros:

Staff superb. Location excellent. Breakfast outstanding, (thank you chef!) really pet friendly. so quiet I slept like a log.

Cons:

Could just do with a slight update, bit of a deep clean but it wasn’t really owlt to complain about, I’d stay here again.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
Good but the breakfast was under staffed having to wait for items
Pros:

The premier plus room was worth the extra
It was most comfortable

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee