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About this property
This family-run Ambleside bed and breakfast offers on-site parking £12, free Wi-Fi, and bedrooms, shower and king-size beds. There are scenic views over Wansfell and Loughrigg. Brathay Lodge was built around 1890 and is very well located for walkers, mountain bikers and golfers visiting the Lake District. Ambleside has many restaurants and bars offering different types of cuisine. Rooms at Brathay Lodge are spread over 4 floors, with access using stairs. Some rooms have Lakeland views and balconies. Fair trade tea and coffee with biscuits are available in the rooms. A continental buffet breakfast is served each morning in the warmly decorated dining room overlooking the garden. The bed and breakfast is close to the centre of Ambleside and scenic walks. Lake Windermere is about 10 minutes' walk away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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- Thornton
United Kingdom
“Great location. Nice friendly welcome on arrival. Room was ready for us arriving early.” - Chrisse
United Kingdom
“The family room was spacious and it was near everything. Lots of shops restaurants and hiking areas, near parks for kids too. Excellent location” - Van
United Kingdom
“Location and rooms were perfect ! Very nice and modern bathroom as well.” - Jonathan
Australia
“Huge room. Right in the village. Exceptional breakfast - best I have had in a bnb. Wonderful people and a lovely springy bed.” - Iain
United Kingdom
“Room was a nice size Bathroom beautiful and modern Continental breakfast had loads of choice and very fresh Parking really good” - Joanna
United Kingdom
“We had a wonderful stay at this hotel 🏨. The room was very clean, the bathroom modern, and the breakfasts were absolutely delicious. The location was perfect, close to everything we needed. The lady at the reception was extremely kind and helpful....” - Alison
United Kingdom
“Great location, quiet hotel, friendly staff that accommodated an early check in for us. The bathroom was clean, modern with good water pressure. The continental breakfast had lots of options and fresh fruit.” - Roanna
United Kingdom
“The staff were fantastic even before we arrived, when I rang up to ask about parking they couldn't do enough. They made sure we had a cone on our parking as we required the electric charger. Our family room was great, 2 beds for the children and a...” - Catherine
United Kingdom
“Fantastic continental breakfast with amazing array of fresh fruit, bread, pastries, waffles, pancakes, cereals etc.” - Carl
United Kingdom
“Good central Location. Good parking facilities( additional cost)”

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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.







The fine print
Please note: This property does not have a lift.
Please note that extra beds are subject to availability and by prior arrangement.
Parking is subject to availability and upon request, and charges apply.
Please inform Brathay Lodge 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.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.