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Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Lake Windermere

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Superior Double or Twin Room
Lounge
Front of property - evening/night
Double or Twin Room, Lake View | Lake view
Fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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Brathay Hall, Ambleside, England, LA22 0HP
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Borrans Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with red and white bedding, a laptop, and towels on a window seat.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a single bed, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with red and white bedding, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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A dining area with a wooden table set for four, white plates, clear glasses, and black leather chairs.

Family Cottage

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 5 Twin Beds and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

About the area

Ambleside

In Ambleside .Stay at this Ambleside hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Windermere and 2 miles (3 km) of Ambleside Climbing Wall. White Platts Recreation Ground and Rothay Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rothay Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Lake Windermere - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Borrans Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Armitt Museum and Library - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Temperance Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪the lakeside restaurant &bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust

3-star hotel near Lake Windermere
Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust offers 37 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 1 2026 to February 29 2028 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.0 per accommodation, per stay (maximum GBP 15 per stay)
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per accommodation, per stay (maximum GBP 15 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust.

Does Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust offer free breakfast?

Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust have a pool?

Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust does not have a pool.

Does Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust to downtown Ambleside?

Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust is 1.6 mi away from Skelwith.

Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with a friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes very peaceful and nice lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely 2 night stay all very clean and loved the views over the lake. Will be booking again to stay soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

alkistis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location. Bathroom needs renovation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing! Staff Friendly. Facilities spot on. Room was perfect! Good parking and property and surrounding area stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Efficient service and well located as a base, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful property in a great location, comfortable and very clean. Sadly only spent one evening here but will return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was perfectly presented and very clean. Breakfast to go bag for £6pp was an unbelievable deal with the amount of food offered for that price. Amazing place for the price. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Perfect short walk to Ambleside with great views. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

House was comfy and spacious but bit outdated Location was great with footpath to the lake's beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great room that was that was perfect for our short stay. The room was clean and comfortable, with a large on-suite. The extra space was needed as we traveled with our dog. The property has lovely grounds to explore and it’s close to pubs. I highly recommend this property.
Doggy treats
View from grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location with very spacious rooms. The drying cupboard was really appreciated
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty, quiet location. Especially liked the big lawn with a view of the lake. A very good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Had a great stay here in one of the lodges, room was nice and clean, really spacious, nice and warm, great location, good facilities for tea/ coffee, got a mini fridge too, not far from Ambleside cost £5 for a taxi, loads of space to park
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value accommodation

Lovely situation. Friendly staff. Great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
excellent room, nice, tidy and spacious. The Bed was super comfy! Loved the drying unit outside our room door for all our wet gear in the fells - Got it dry in a few hours. Spoke to reception for some more coffee/hot chocolate and when we came back after evening meal, they were outside. Wouldnt hesitate to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Near to Ambleside. Quiet and lovely views
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definately stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was my trekking holiday. This accommodation was ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

ian

No frills but value for money and a good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

hin tat

Liked: Staff & service

Average b&b in loch Ness

Average accommodation, friendly staff, cleanliness need improvement , good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely room, great location.

Easy to find and sign in. Single room was lovely and clean and had everything you would expect. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room with a view.

This is a great place to stay. We had a great view from our room. The room was so nice. The bed was so comfy. The Bathroom was a really good size along with the room as a whole. It was in a great location not far from Ambleside. Checking was easy. The room was lovely and clean and i would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025