About this property

Set within the heart of the beautiful Lake District in the idyllic village of Ambleside, Melrose Guesthouse offers spacious rooms and is just 15 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere. The 4-star rooms at Melrose feature scenic fell views, en-suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Guests can also make use of free toiletries, tea/coffee facilities with biscuits and daily newspapers on request. The Guesthouse also provides a secure storage for mountain bikes. Fresh coffee, fruit, and a selection of cereals can be enjoyed at breakfast, along with a full Cumbrian breakfast, freshly cooked with locally sourced ingredients, or lighter cooked options. Surrounded by numerous fells and stunning Lakeland, there are countless opportunities for rural walks, and the famous Lake Windermere offers steamer cruises.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 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 10.0

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

    • FREE private parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A.good locarion spotless accommodation, comfortable bed, powerful shower and an excellent breakfast. Tracey & Kevin are very friendly and helpful. We'll be back!
  • Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location, everything you need for a guest house and more! Right in the middle of Ambleside, Tracey was very welcoming, and helpful with recommendations for restaurants and walks etc. The room and the dining area were very well kept, and...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Private parking a bonus. Comfortably and well appointed guest house. Excellent service and food. Cheerful and helpful hosts.
  • Donna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic hosts, extremely clean accommodation with everything you need. Perfect location, great breakfast choices, and very accommodating. They make you feel comfortable and welcome – truly a wonderful stay!”
  • Kj
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    High standard of furnishings and decor. We were made welcome by the friendly owners, the room and bed was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious.
  • Shahn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location at the heart of Ambleside was perfect, the decor was stylish and tip top, the breakfast was superb and completely customizable in that you could fill out a sheet specifying exactly what you wanted the next day from a range options not...
  • Giovanni
    Italy Italy
    great and very friendly hosts, great hospitality, fantastic breakfast
  • Ivana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    1 minute away from the bus stop, nice clean room, modern bathroom . Lovely welcoming hosts. Excellent breakfast with plenty of choice.
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was great and spotless the only improvement that could be made is better lighting in the bathroom for shaving.
  • Robyn
    Australia Australia
    The room was beautifully decorated with plenty of hanging and drawer space, very comfortable bed, lovely view and comfortable temperature. Location was perfect. It was a short walk to the bus stop and restaurants close by. The hosts were very...

Host Information

Company review score: 10Based on 328 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We love Cumbria, especially Ambleside. We never fail to be amazed at the stunning scenery that the different seasons bring. We pride ourselves on keeping our Victorian guest house in tip top condition. You will be assured a friendly welcome and we will do our utmost to ensure you have a perfect stay.

Property information

We love Cumbria, especially Ambleside. We pride ourselves on keeping our Victorian guest house in tip top condition. You will be assured a friendly welcome and we will do our utmost to ensure you have a perfect stay.

Neighbourhood information

We are in the heart of the National Park. Fell walking and mountain biking can be accessed directly from the guesthouse. We are surrounded by some fantastic restaurants, so no need to drive out of Ambleside each evening for good cuisine. We are about 15 minutes walk from the northern tip of Lake Windermere, so lots of opportunities to explore the Lake.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Melrose Guesthouse takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 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 12 years are welcome.

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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

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This hotel does not accept American Express for guarantee or payment.

Unfortunately the spa at Ambleside Salutation Hotel is currently closed due to Covid restrictions.

Please inform Melrose Guesthouse 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.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

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