Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

9.2Outstanding

(506 Ratings)

"We enjoyed the excellent location and view from the hotel as well as the good quality breakfasts and on two nights evening meals in the Waterhead Inn bar which is part of the whole package."

Karen

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9.2 / 10.0

Outstanding(506 Ratings)

Inn in Ambleside

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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About this inn

Victorian inn with free parking, steps from Lake Windermere
Along with a garden, this smoke-free inn has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas.
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 22-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Non-smoking

Bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

WiFi/Internet

Garden

Kettle

Bath or shower

Towels

Desk

Hairdryer

Map of Ambleside

Nearby attractions

Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

26.9 mi

Whinlatter Forest Park

17 mi

Williamson Park

26.8 mi

Eric Morecambe Statue

24.2 mi

Available Rooms

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Top rated by guests

9.2Outstanding

(506 Ratings)

"We enjoyed the excellent location and view from the hotel as well as the good quality breakfasts and on two nights evening meals in the Waterhead Inn bar which is part of the whole package."

Karen

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.2 / 10.0

Outstanding(506 Ratings)

Inn in Ambleside

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valueWell priced for this area

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

Map of Ambleside

Nearby attractions

Ingleton Waterfalls Trail

26.9 mi

Whinlatter Forest Park

17 mi

Williamson Park

26.8 mi

Eric Morecambe Statue

24.2 mi

Available Rooms

About this inn

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Non-smoking

Bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

WiFi/Internet

Garden

Kettle

Bath or shower

Towels

Desk

Hairdryer

Ratings and reviews

9.2 / 10.0

Outstanding(506 Ratings)

5.0 / 10.0

Really enjoyed my stay there. The rooms were good, clean and spacious. The breakfast was great. The area around was great

3.0 / 10.0

Booked in response to photos of property. We’re given a simple room in an annex behind the house, so, not what we were expecting. Also, shower and heating controls are in need of some attention.

5.0 / 10.0

Excellent location, although access a bit awkward and parking a bit tight. Cleanliness exceptional in all areas. Food is very good and portions are a good size. Staff helpful when required and attentive. A very enjoyable stay, despite the weather, and look forward to a return visit.

8.0 / 10.0

The room wasn"t overly clean. the building we were in was more than "just across the road." Both the building were up a significant high hill with access up and down on the driveway or switch back through the front hillside. At the roadside it was a small landing on the curve of the busy main highway through Ambleside. The breakfast had a very nice buffet and nice eating area. The staff were friendly and helpful. The latch on the outside door was difficult to open and could pose a safety issue.

5.0 / 10.0

The staff was welcoming and helpful. We loved our room and the restaurant. Only wish it was a longer stay. One night was definitely not enough and we would love to come again and stay longer.

8.0 / 10.0

Location was good and position was ideal for our purposes. Parking could be a challenge

5.0 / 10.0

Very nice room with a terrace outside. Clean and fresh with excellent service. Wonderful breakfast and decent meals on the menu. Very friendly and helpful staff.

3.0 / 10.0

Good location. However, multiple things that could be better. I had informed the hotel it was our wedding anniversary but this was not acknowledged and nothing done to make it feel special. Difficult driveway access to the lakehouse parking and also very limited. Didn't realise that check in was at the pub opposite the road (busy road to cross). Long, slow moving line to check in. Room small but had all amenities. Cleanliness could be better due to lots of dust and dead flies on windowsills. Lots of noise from other guests in the early hours of the morning that could be heard. Breakfast good with vegetarian options. Overall okay but could have been better.

10.0 / 10.0

We enjoyed the excellent location and view from the hotel as well as the good quality breakfasts and on two nights evening meals in the Waterhead Inn bar which is part of the whole package.

3.0 / 10.0

It is very confusing when you first arrive. It isn't clear that you need to go down the hill, over the road and into the pub to check in. Once you've managed that then it's OK but if the weather is bad there isn't a lounge to relax in.

5.0 / 10.0

Right by the water, great walks and views, and all you need right nearby

4.0 / 10.0

The room is a bit too warm. We were not able to switch off the towel rack heating in the bathroom. It seems the ventilation fan inside the bathroom is not working.

5.0 / 10.0

Excellent location. Pleasant staff at most times. Check out wasn’t asked if we had enjoyed our stay, or thanks for staying or anything. Breakfast very good value and tasty

4.0 / 10.0

Saying it was up an incline was deceiving.It was up a steep hill but food and room excellent

5.0 / 10.0

Nice and clean rooms in a good area, good value for money.

3.0 / 10.0

We arrived early and waited until 3.00pm Staff friendly room was spacious and clean. Pillows were terrible and the room above ours they were moving furniture and walking about until 4.00 am Did tell two members of staff one apologised and the other said she wondered what was going on up there! Thought we had dinner , bed and breakfast for £279.00 but was told only bed and breakfast. All staff were friendly but very rushed.

3.0 / 10.0

We arrived after a long day and parked the car in the last available car park place. We waited for a while at reception and then had to write down our name, vehicle reg and contact details. We were then told our room was across the road up an incline in The Lakehouse so we got back in the car and went to the room. Again we got the last car park space. The room was accessed by a door where a car was parked right in front of it. The carpet was dirty as we went in. Upstairs the room was very tired and the bathroom was of a poor standard. We aren't complainers and went for a drink to think it over. We decided to go back and ask if they had a room in the main hotel as we had stayed there before and really liked it. We were given a new room and from then on everything was great. Nice smallish room, clean and modern. Breakfast was great and check out very straightforward. 1 out of 5 for Lakehouse. 5 out of 5 for Waterhead Inn would stay again.

5.0 / 10.0

Great

5.0 / 10.0

The inn is ideally positioned between Ambleside and Windermere with views of the lake from the restaurant. We had a room without a view but it was quiet and very clean. The room had tea and coffee facilities as well as heating you could adjust yourself if needed. The beds were very comfortable and bathroom spotless. My only issue was the smoke alarm on the ceiling flashed throughout the night meaning the room lit up blue which was very annoying but I’m unsure how you could stop this. The breakfast was fantastic with a wide variety of choices and served until 10am. Staff are what makes the inn so welcoming as all spoke to us which was lovely. I would recommend the inn to anyone wanting a very comfortable and welcoming place to stay at a great price

5.0 / 10.0

Modern upto date decor. Very clean and tidy. Delicious breakfast and friendly staff. The only gripe was that I used the 'contact the hotel' on Hotels.com app asking whether we could park the car in the morning before 3pm check in. No reply received. I sent a second message. No reply. I filled in an on line check in, including car registration number but still had to do the same form again at the hotel

2.0 / 10.0

Reception is in the bar, not convenient. The staff for check in is not friendly

4.0 / 10.0

Nice location, lake view ( just ) and parking, unless you were the last person there at night. Big room, hot water, excellent bed, Very good breakfast, very quiet at night so excellent sleep. 15 minute walk from the centre of the town.

2.0 / 10.0

Worst service and very poorly managed , would never recommend

10.0 / 10.0

Nice, comfy hotel rooms. Lots to do around.

5.0 / 10.0

Fantastic view at a wonderful facility. The included breakfast was very good. While continental only, it had many choices.

8.0 / 10.0

Clean and tidy and within easy walking distance to the restaurant and bar (Lakeside). The staff were warm and friendly, prompt and professional whilst serving. Highly recommended to visitors. I woul recommend however that the aged or disabled go for Accomodation at the lakeside hotel as there is a 100 yard climb to the lake houses from the restaurant.

8.0 / 10.0

Friendly, polite and helpful staff who out of their way to ensure you enjoy your stay. The food was good and served promptly, in a nice relaxing environment. My wife and I will definitely be staying again. Highly recommended.

5.0 / 10.0

Great location, really friendly staff - just super helpful and welcoming… made us feel right at home! Only reason for not perfect score was quite a few spiders in the room - to be expected but would be an issue for some people

8.0 / 10.0

Did not like the look out of the windows the park and a brick wall. Waited to long to be served for a cooked breakfast ( half an hour) then had to go and chase them on both mornings.

5.0 / 10.0

Great stay, not much parking available

8.0 / 10.0

Beautiful hotel in an impeccable location. However people should be aware there is an extremely steep hill to climb between the accommodation and thr main hotel where you check in and have breakfast or other meals. We managed this fine and the upside is amazing views, but you won't be taking your car to breakfast so less agile people should bear this in mind. Also, check in is at the main hotel next to the water, notbthe Lakehouse. Its very dispiriting if you're not in a car to drag yourself up there only to find a sign to tell you to go back down and drag the cases up again once you've done the needful. Beyond that we can't fault it. The service was friendly, always efficient and the hotel is thoughtfully presented and well maintained.

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent location with good parking facilities. Staff helpful and friendly. Plenty of food choice on the menu.

10.0 / 10.0

The property, staff, room and amenities were wonderful. We loved being able to walk uptown and even catch a trail behind the lake house. Breakfast looking out on the lake was great. The food was pretty good as well.

5.0 / 10.0

We loved this hotel. We had a wonderful stay. The staff are brilliant, the food is excellent and the view from our room was amazing. We’re already looking forward to going back x

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely super dog friendly stay, staff were all lovely and made us feel really welcome, dinner and breakfast were an excellent standard. We will be back!

5.0 / 10.0

Comfy and clean room, food was amazing and staff really friendly

8.0 / 10.0

Very beautiful location. Only difficulty we faced was unable to use baby pram since the geography is hilly. The old building is not properly maintained. Initially I got room in 52 old building which was bit difficult to stay because of some cleaning substances smell and dark green background in that room makes room dark with negative energy. Anyway they sorted it my giving another room 67 in new building but in that room there was no windows to see the natural beauty. room 68 was very excellent with proper lighting and ventilation. I suggest all rooms should be same like in room no 68.

8.0 / 10.0

It was lovely. However, you need to be quite fit to get up to your room. The check in and the breakfast was across the road. This was not made clear . Bit challenging when raining. Even getting the car up the hill can be tricky.

5.0 / 10.0

Our 3rd or 4th stay at Lakehouse and we’ll be back again … Nice accommodation and all staff are extremely helpful and friendly.

10.0 / 10.0

I should have reviewed the rooms better as I booked to go into the lake house not knowing it was up a small incline which was too much for my 81 yr old mum. Rooms are beautifully decorated and has everything you need just wrong location for us.

FAQs

Is parking included with this inn?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this inn?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this inn. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this inn is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, tv, bathroom, coffee/tea maker, and wifi/internet.

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About this inn

Amenities at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Map of Ambleside

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Inn in Ambleside

Reasons to book

Map of Ambleside

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

About this inn

Amenities

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

Is parking included with this inn?

Is there a pool at this inn?

Is Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

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