Brathay Hall, Ambleside, LA22 0HP, United Kingdom
#38 of 45 B&Bs and inns in Ambleside
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1220 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.4
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
7.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 19, 2024
Bryony
United KingdomBathroom shower could have been mould free. Could hear some loud talking from room next door at times
Location, views, tidiness of room
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Kay
United KingdomLack of food options or even access to a microwave. We had to drive out for food which is a shame.
Beautiful views and the lodge was clean and a great size. Slept really well.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 12, 2024
Chris
United KingdomThe building and location were beautiful, and the room was perfect! Great Valentines stay!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: April 11, 2024
Miriam
United KingdomThe property was a little hard to find, you have to park away from the main building, the reception area appeared somewhat run down. The price would be more justified if it could include breakfast.
The room in the scandinavian lodge was superb, clean, comfortable beds, peaceful surroundings.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Yvonne
IrelandNothing we didn't like
Beautiful location and facilities were perfect for our needs
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Donna
United KingdomThe original room i was checked into the views were limited with a tree and branches in the view of the window, although it had recently been re-carpeted and painted this was not the room i wanted for my duration of my stay with very limited space for three days. The available Breakfast could have been a lot more adventurous.
The room was beautiful once i upgraded to a lodge. the views were exceptional, the cleanliness of the lodge was very good, the Tea/Coffee/hot choc & biscuits in the room were a little treat. A small fridge also in the room. Mike (Sit mgr) was exceptional and was always around if i needed any help with anything. A real asset to Brathay Hall.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Peter
United KingdomThere was no food available. I saw there was an eating area but it was not open. This was very, very disappointing - meaning I had to drive into Ambleside for each meal. It is difficult to recommend a venue when they do not provide food.
Awesome view from the bedroom window
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Marina
United KingdomNothing
Convenient, cosy and good value
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Shereen
United KingdomN/A
Great location and value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Ian
United KingdomDrying Cupboard for coats. What a bonus., as it can (and does ) rain. Happy hols. Lovely spot and great walks nearby. Vast comfy bed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Stephen
United KingdomNo bar open or diner when we visited
Location and room
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Yt
United Kingdom.
The room was very comfortable, with a fridge and good warm shower. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. A little doggy bag with treats and a toy for my dog was great. Temperature in the room was just right no too hot or too cold.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Dr
United Arab EmiratesRooms were too small
Great location. Close to amvleside but away from all hustle and bustle.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Lynn
United KingdomNo cleaning service at all despite putting notice on door twice. No staff to find! No dog waste bins at all in grounds despite it being a "dog friendly" accommodation. Area way too remote for me. Needed to be near family camping nearby but too far to walk. No apparent bus service. Very dependent on people coming to pick me up. My mistake as I didn't know the area.
Lovely clean, comfortable room in a beautiful setting.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Zoe
United KingdomIf I was to be extremely fussy a coffee shop or restaurant would be brilliant however it is close enough to the town centre
Location and room was spacious for us and the dog. Lovely grounds to walk around
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Louise
United KingdomThe rooms were clean. They had all you needed in them and it was so peaceful best night's sleep.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Debbie
United KingdomAll good for us. We were only there for one night. But I would definitely go back again in the future.
Very nice stay. Enjoy our time at brathay hall trust. Our room was very clean. With good facilities. Would definitely recommend the brathay hall.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Peter
United KingdomThe grounds were fantastic and the view from our room was amazing. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Jade
United KingdomIt’s amazing stayed here 4 years now for my birthday wouldn’t stay anywhere else.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 14, 2024
John
United Kingdomnothing
great location for a base for our adventures
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Justine
United KingdomThere's nothing not to like! Although we did have a giggle the first time we turned on the shower that it sounded like a blender trying to take off 🤣 but it settled and was really powerful and hot so we loved the shower too!
A fabulous location, gorgeous buildings, the room was spotless and spacious and had lovely massive windows looking out across the grounds and the lake. We asked for a specific room as it looked the most ideal for us with our dog, having seen the rooms on the website, and they sorted it no problem. Staff were really friendly and in addition to the tea, coffee and fridge we even got a little goodie bag for the pooch. Can't fault this place at all, huge thanks from me, Ben and Rune. We'll definitely come again!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Colette
United KingdomStayed in the lodges - great views, extremely spacious accommodation, very comfy beds
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 29, 2024
Ashley
United KingdomThe location is so close to Ambleside and you get such a great value for your money. We stayed with our dog and it was a perfect setting to bring her! The rooms was generous with beautiful views of the property. The lobby can seem a bit shabby but then the rooms are a pleasant surprise! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Joanne
United KingdomBathroom was a bit dated and felt a bit unclean in parts. But that may have been perception as it’s so old.
Location was perfect with a short drive to town. Lovely area. Had Elecreic charging point for my car. Lovely and warm room.
Stayed in February 2024
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