Badger Bar

Glen Rothay, Rydal, Ambleside, Cumbria, Ambleside, LA22 9LR, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>668</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
668 reviews

I loved my stay here, immensely friendly staff and lovely dogs everywhere!

Joseph United Kingdom
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Badger Bar

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Located in the heart of the picturesque Lake District National Park, Badger Bar is opposite Rydal Water and a 20-minute bus ride from the scenic town of Windermere. Free private parking is available on site. The property is surrounded by woodland and guests can enjoy mountain and lake views. Each room at Badger Bar comes with a private bathroom, a digital TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Free WiFi is also available. A traditional full English breakfast is on offer each morning, along with scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, and porridge. A bar menu is also available and features a selection of sandwiches, main courses and desserts. A range of local real ales and 40 whiskeys are available at the bar. Local activities include hiking through the nearby hills and mountains, mountain biking and river cruises along Lake Windermere.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.4
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  • J
    Joseph
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “I loved my stay here, immensely friendly staff and lovely dogs everywhere!”
  • Butterworth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We had a lovely stay, just a shame it was only one night, staff were friendly, food was delicious, rooms were ideal.”
  • Stan
    United States of America United States of America
    “We absolutely loved the Badger Bar. It was by far the best place we stayed on our trip to the U.K. It's historical, with lovely.decor and extremely clean & comfortable rooms. The bed was comfy, the shower's water pressure was fine. Soap,...”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.3Based on 664 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

A 400 year old inn with 13 charming rooms, all different. Poet William Wordsworth lived next door, and many TV programmes and films have been filmed locally. There are excellent walks from the doorstep, and sightseeing tours are available.

Neighborhood info

The hotel is surrounded by England's most beautiful scenery, with a lake 100 metres away and mountains and woodland all around. The local town, Ambleside, is just 2km away and has a good selection of restaurants, shops and cinemas. This area is very popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and mountain biking. There are lots of family attractions close by. This is a very low crime area.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Badger Bar
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Badger Bar
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Hiking
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Badger Bar takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM

    Check-out

    From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    £5 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash is not accepted Badger Bar accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Badger Bar

    • The prices at Badger Bar may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Badger Bar is 1.4 miles from the center of Ambleside. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Badger Bar offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking

    • Badger Bar has 1 restaurant:

      • Badger Bar

    • Room options at Badger Bar include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin/Double
      • Single

    • Check-in at Badger Bar is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.