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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. All the bedrooms have en suite facilities and hairdryers and guests can enjoy free tea and coffee making facilities. The Gables Guesthouse Ambleside has a spacious dining room providing traditional English cooking with continental and vegetarian alternatives. Locally sourced products are used where possible. Secure bike storage and drying facilities are available at the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6

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

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had the best time. Perfect location, ideal venue, fantastic price and the staff simply cannot do enough for you, would go back in a heartbeat
  • Shields
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location central to explore. Excellent breakfast, comfortable beds and rooms spotless.Would highly recommend to stay here.
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was super comfortable and the location perfect for all our needs. The Chef cooked an amazing breakfast; I’m a vegetarian and my wife a “tradition full English”. You must try the scrambled eggs in toast ! The team are absolutely delightful and...
  • Gavin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Grea location 2 minutes walk from the centre of Ambleside, friendly staff, warm and comfortable room with ensuite shower and WC. Good breakfast choices. Drying room for wet gear. Free parking spaces on site.
  • Karina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    everything was amazing! recommend this guest house! The owner was the nicest.
  • Douglas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location . Very clean. Staff were so nice . Breakfast was fantastic and the best priced in the area. It is a guest house but feels like a boutique hotel. Off street free parking. Free drying facilities for boots and kit. Free washing...
  • Andrey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is great. Host is also great, alowed me for the early breakfast.
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is in the centre of the village down a quiet street. You are treated well the whole time you are there. The breakfasts are fab and very filling giving you a good start to the day especially if you are going fell walking as there are...
  • L
    Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great size. and comfortable bed, very clean and plenty of storage for your things, liked shoe rack for your walking boots, areas of property were clean and tidy
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, good location, staff were very friendly and always helpful, lovely breakfast

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 203 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We have upgraded the property and now have 14 lovely bright ensuite bedrooms to accommodate our guests. Our hearty Cumbrian breakfast is based on good food ethics - locally sourced and cooked to order.

Neighbourhood information

Ambleside is situated right in the heart of the Lake District National Park with beautiful scenery and amazing walking opportunities from our doorstep. We are within a one minute walk of lovely independent shops and an array of dining experiences ranging from pubs and cafes to cosy restaurants and fine dining. Lake Windermere is a one mile walk away where you can cruise to the very southern end or just take a short ride and opt out at Wray Castle for a lovely walk.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Gables Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Adult only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 11 years are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that late check-ins (after 20:00) have to be arranged at the time of booking.

Please be aware that the property is unable to accommodate late-check out requests.

Please inform The Gables Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about The Gables Guest House

  • The Gables Guest House is 250 yards from the centre of Ambleside. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Gables Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Horse riding

  • The prices at The Gables Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at The Gables Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • À la carte

  • Room options at The Gables Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single

  • Check-in at The Gables Guest House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.