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Homestays in Ambleside

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The best homestays in Ambleside

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in Ambleside and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 818 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 607 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 855 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 920 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,114 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,239 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,751 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Ambleside

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 868 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Ambleside and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Situated 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Gummers How features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$143.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Situated in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Loughrigg features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$188.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Finest Retreats - Kelsick Villa Guest House - Scafell provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$128.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of mountain, 1869 - Room Only Boutique Townhouse is a guest house situated in a historic building in Ambleside, 8.9 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews

Set within the heart of the beautiful Lake District in the idyllic village of Ambleside, Melrose Guesthouse offers spacious rooms and is just 15 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere.

From US$151.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews

Offering mountain views, 3 Cambridge Villas is an accommodation located in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere and 29 km from Derwentwater Lake.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

Featuring 4-star accommodation, Barnes Fell Apartments is located in Ambleside, 9 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km from Lake Windermere.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

Set in Ambleside, Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside is a recently renovated accommodation, 16 km from Lake Windermere and 28 km from Derwentwater Lake.

From US$158.44 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Ambleside and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

Located in Windermere, in a historic building, 4.6 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Broadoaks Boutique Country House is a recently renovated guest house with an open-air bath and garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews

Set in an acre of gardens, in the picturesque village of Grasmere, Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments is located in the heart of the Lake District, in a recently-renovated period...

From US$115.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

The Moss Grove Organic offers 5-star guest accommodation. The spacious en suite rooms have flat-screen TVs, free internet access is available throughout.

From US$153.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews

Situated in the rolling hills surrounding Esthwaite Water, the village of Hawkshead is home to The Queen’s Head Inn.

From US$142.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

The Lamplighter features a top rated traditional restaurant, lounge bar and terraces, serving real ales and Lakeland specialities.

From US$142.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,248 reviews

Just 2 minutes from Windermere town centre, Windermere Park provides en suite rooms with period features within a central Lake District location.

From US$178.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews

In the beautiful Lake District, just a short walk from Windermere, this luxury bed and breakfast has beautifully appointed rooms, all with a modern, original bathroom and free Wi-Fi.

From US$168.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews

Welcome to Beaumont House — A Tranquil Victorian Retreat in the Heart of Windermere Beaumont House is a charming, family-run Victorian guesthouse, exclusively for adults, nestled in a peaceful...

Save money on homestays in Ambleside and nearby – budget options available

Holly Cottages

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews

Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, Holly Cottages features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

From US$104.76 per night

The Westbourne

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,040 reviews

The Westbourne is a beautiful guest house set in the peaceful area below Biskey Howe in the Lake District. Bedrooms feature walk-in-shower rooms, luxurious toiletries and large fluffy towels.

From US$74.64 per night

Ferndale Lodge

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,114 reviews

Ferndale Lodge, a family-run guest house, is placed only a few minutes’ stroll from the centre of the charming Lake District town of Ambleside. With free parking.

The Gables Guest House

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

With wonderful countryside views, this stylish hotel is 2 minutes' walk from the centre of Ambleside. It offers free Wi-Fi and a tasty breakfast.

Ambleside Townhouse

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,239 reviews

The family-run Ambleside Townhouse is situated in Ambleside, 800 metres from Lake Windermere. It offers en suite rooms and a full English breakfast in the morning.

From US$116.54 per night

Brantfell House

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews

Offering mountain views, Brantfell House is an accommodation located in Ambleside, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake and 34 km from Askham Hall.

The Apple Loft Rooms

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 256 reviews

Offering mountain views, The Apple Loft Rooms is an accommodation situated in Ambleside, 9.4 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km from Lake Windermere.

Rooms at the Apple Pie

Ambleside
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

Situated in Ambleside, Rooms at the Apple Pie is a recently renovated accommodation, 9.3 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 16 km from Lake Windermere.

From US$109.99 per night

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Homestays that guests love in Ambleside

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Lovely host. Clean room. Good location.
Guest review by
Paula
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$151.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
Attention to detail, the little added touches. Great Breakfast, Great Hosts.
Guest review by
Firth Preston
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews
10 out of 10, great comms, great hosts, great rooms and great breakfast 👍
Guest review by
Michael
Group
Avg. price/night: US$151.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews
Great location, spotlessly clean, fantastic breakfast, lovely hosts!
Guest review by
Jade
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews
Darren and Debbie were fab they Evan wished my hubby happy birthday ,lovely hosts
Guest review by
anne-marie
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews
Location was perfect. Easy to get a bus & boat trips. Ambleside is a lovely village. Lots of good places to eat. Breakfast was excellent. Darren & Debbie are lovely hosts. Rooms are very clean & has everything you need.
Guest review by
Pete
Family with young children