Brathay Hall, Ambleside, LA22 0HP, United Kingdom
#40 of 47 B&Bs and Inns in Ambleside
Guests' ChoiceBased on 898 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 2 September 2025
Amanda
United KingdomPlumbing the bathroom taps need replacing
We were in Jiffy's knot a lovely location but lacked charm and beds rather hard so a topper would be helpful as my husband had a bad back and said he could not return there lather loved the location.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Martin
United KingdomNarrow beds
Basic accommodation at an amazing location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Oliver
United KingdomShower was a little bit cramped but it was easy to use with good pressure and temp controls
Location was fantastic, no road noises and very little noise travelled through rooms Plenty of parking for those driving in, plenty of footpaths to travel along for those on foot like myself 15-20 min walk to town, may be long for some but it's worth to get away from the crowds at the end of the day
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Niki
United KingdomThe shower blocks up but it’s no massive issue. That’s the only thing I can think of!
Location and views plus the diggy Welcome pack was such a lovely touch!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Celia
United KingdomComfortable, clean, excellent location and the room was well equipped with everything I needed. Excellent stay.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Tibor
United KingdomIt was a bit tricky to find the reception, could use some signage. Wifi was not the best either
Quite roomy accommodation, quiet location, clean and comfortable room. Oh, the 6£ breakfast was worth it. Little fridge provided in room
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Julia
United KingdomChecking in process, room codes were mixed up.
Beautiful location, with lovely grounds and very comfortable rooms. Dog friendly with a cute dog package upon arrival - very lovely touch.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
J
United KingdomI didn’t like no hot breakfast on offer for my stay.
I liked the remote location and being next to Windermere lake! Some rooms had an excellent view of the lake. It was especially handy having a fridge in your room too.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Jaahid
United KingdomShower pressure was low but that's all I can think of
Loved the lounge and the facilities available after a long day of travelling
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Idris
United KingdomN/A
A very comfortable room and parking alongside a bonus. Beautiful location. Quiet. Will definitely return
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Lam
United KingdomA very minor point — the interior finishes looked a little dated.
The single room I stayed in was clean and tidy, as was the bathroom. Basic facilities were provided, including a fridge, TV, and reliable Wi-Fi. The views around the estate were stunning, and during my stay, it was very quiet and peaceful. As a cyclist, I appreciated the proximity to the famous Kirkstone Pass.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Tariq
United KingdomTv was too small and outdated
The location and premises was fantastic.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Daniel
United KingdomCleaning and replenishment of tea/milk/biscuits and replacing towels/bedlinen didn’t happen whilst we stayed.
Great location, spacious rooms/lodges, grounds kept nice
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Tim
United KingdomThe weather was very warm that week and maybe for curtains to be closed and window slightly open it wouldn't have been such a hot room to walk into. A fan was supplied on request which was essential. Bathroom window had to be wedged open as catch had broken.
Great welcome from reception staff, helpful information given. We were in top floor looking out towards the lake - absolutely beautiful and to watch the sunrise. Fridge in room was useful. Lounge/coffee facilities were appreciated. The walk to the lake was stunning and we were able to explore out on to the headland which was beautiful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Yasir
United KingdomThe shower will run out of hot water If you have a long shower And will not get the hot water only after a few hours. The wifi was very slow as i tested the speed and showed 2.6mb Finally the TV was very tiny and very old When you sit on bed to watch TV you can’t see it clearly due to the small screen.
The property is clean and very spacious for a room . And the view was beautiful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Euan
United KingdomN/A - No issues.
Hotel room was overall a pretty decent standard double room and inexpensive.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Nicholas
United KingdomNarrow track not for nervous drivers. As an older cottage bathroom and bedroom quite dated but fine for us. Only lamp and power socket on one side of bed but we survived. Good WiFi.
5 minutes drive from Ambleside town centre. Ours was a terraced cottage separate from main site. I enjoyed the very quiet remote location. Single track virtually no traffic. Stone house meant cool even though hot and humid outside. Self contained house, most modern cons. Beautiful setting, saw a red deer close up a minute from the house.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Kelly
United Kingdomnothing wrong with the place
room very clean, bed very Comfort, lovely area staff very friendly, lovely area
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Matthew
United KingdomI’d include the site map to find your room with the messages upfront. I couldn’t get the map to load from the link provided as there was no mobile reception, so took me ages to find the room
Good location near Ambleside. Clean comfy room at the end of a long day. Fridge in the room is a major bonus. Exceptional price compared to everything else in the area.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Holly
United KingdomRoom was quite expensive and small. Would have been nice to be closer to the village.
Nice location and beds were comfortable.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Birgitte
DenmarkVery calm with a distance to the busy towns in the valley. Very nice and clean, and very friendly staff. I really recommend.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Petra
CroatiaWonderful location and friendly staff. We walked the way down to Ambleside and picked berries and met deer and cows. A quiet place almost directly on the lake. We had a room in a smaller house and enjoyed it very much.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Olivia
United KingdomNothing!
Very quiet and peaceful. Lots of communal space and greenery. 20 minute walk to Ambleside town or 3 min drive. Great access
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Isabelle
Switzerlandno meals served, only breakfast to go available
Big and well amenished rooms, wonderful surroundings, friendly staff
Stayed in August 2025
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