Ambleside
The Gables
About the Hotel
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love This Hotel
- This Victorian guesthouse is a few minutes' walk from Ambleside, "a popular centre for Lake District excursions" (Fodor's)
- Lake Windermere is five minutes' drive away
- There are a host of walking and cycling trails accessible from the property's doorstep including Ambleside to Troutbeck
Overview
The Gables in Ambleside has easy access to the natural wonders and pretty villages of the Lake District National Park.
The Victorian property is on the edge of parkland a few minutes' walk from the centre of Ambleside, "an attractive little town" which is "a favourite base for hikers" (Lonely Planet).
Lake Windermere is five minutes' drive away and Bowness is 15 minutes' drive from the guesthouse. Coniston Water, offering "a quiet beauty that sets it apart from the more popular destinations" (Rough Guides), is around 25 minutes by car. Bustling Kendal, home to the famous mint cake, is 30 minutes' drive away.
The Gables' 19th-century exterior gives way to a modern interior, which features a guest lounge. Cooked breakfast made from locally sourced ingredients is served in the informal dining room hung with colourful artworks, and further amenities include bike storage and a drying room.
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Enjoyed This
(75 Member Ratings)
(75 Member Ratings)
Other Comments
Request for early breakfast was rejected
Dorothy
Oct 12, 2019
Inverness-shire, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very pleasant, shame about limited parking.
Other Comments
Bigger bed option would be good.
Bernadette
Oct 11, 2019
Altrincham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Friendly welcome and told all necessary details about meals and room. Comfortable and attractive bedroom. The breakfast was a meal to look forward to and plenty of choice. Attractive and well set out dining room.
Other Comments
A hotel to look forward to another stay.
Maureen
Oct 04, 2019
MorecambeMorecambe, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very enjoyable, tea & coffee facilities very good
Peter
Oct 04, 2019
Wirral, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very clean, comfortable B&B with friendly staff, overall a very pleasant stay
Other Comments
Idealy situated in Ambleside for all amenities and just a short walk to lake Windermere.
David
Oct 02, 2019
Hartlepool, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The Gables was in an excellent position in the centre of Ambleside but not noisy.The rooms were lovely,a very good breakfast and very friendly staff,and dog.Nothing negative to say about it.Lots of great restaurants within walking distance.
Other Comments
Keep up the good work,you do a great job.
denise and john
Sep 28, 2019
Lancaster, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The hotel was very easy to find and walking distance to all amenities. A warm welcome on arrival was received and help was offered for any luggage up to your room. The room was well laid out and clean with washing facilities supplied along with a hairdryer. We found the bed comfortable. Our room was located at the front of the hotel but was not disturbed by any noise, as the road in front of the hotel finished at the church. We found it to be a great base to explore other areas of the Lake District. There was plenty of choice for breakfast and the staff were very friendly.
Linda
Sep 28, 2019
Blackpool, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
This B&B has the perfect location for the town restaurants, bars and walking. The B&B is lovely up to date and really comfortable, also has a drying room for those wet days when you get soaked!. Our room was modern, clean and had a lovely comfortable bed. The breakfast was also good and the staff more than helpful.
Helen
Sep 26, 2019
Barnsley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic quiet location. Lovely friendly and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast. Comfortable beds. Will definitely be back.
Pamela
Sep 22, 2019
Southport, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
three day stay - was good value. Owners very helpful and informative. Excellent breakfast.
Other Comments
lovely place to stay
Julia
Sep 21, 2019
Sale, United Kingdom
