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The Gables Guest House

Property class: 4
Enjoy the bar/lounge at this 4-star Ambleside guest house

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A large, multi-story house with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a prominent bay window.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wicker side table, and a red tricycle.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a lamp, and large windows offering a view of greenery and buildings outside.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a chandelier, and large windows with curtains.
A view of a grassy field with people playing a sport, surrounded by houses and trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Church Walk, Compston Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 9DJ
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, a desk, and a window with blinds.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a dresser.

Classic Double Room (Superking 1)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Standard Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Standard Twin Room, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with white linens and decorative pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a brown leather chair, and a large window with blinds.

Classic Double or Twin Room (Superking 5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Double Room (Classic Double)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Ambleside

In Ambleside .With a stay at this Ambleside guesthouse, you'll be steps from White Platts Recreation Ground and a 5-minute walk from Rothay Park. Armitt Museum and Library and Ambleside Climbing Wall are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rothay Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Armitt Museum and Library - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Windermere - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Ambleside Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Cafe Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Wateredge Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Fleece - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Gables Guest House

Enjoy the bar/lounge at this 4-star Ambleside guest house
Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This 4-star Ambleside guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1888
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Gables Guest House offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Early check-in is possible by pre-arrangement.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 16 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 16 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Gables Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Gables Guest House.

Does The Gables Guest House offer free breakfast?

The Gables Guest House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Gables Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Gables Guest House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Gables Guest House?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Gables Guest House have a pool?

The Gables Guest House does not have a pool.

Does The Gables Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Gables Guest House to downtown Ambleside?

The Gables Guest House is 2.2 mi away from Lakes.

The Gables Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and welcoming staff. Great location and very clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice people, good location, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly and accommodating staff, delicious breakfast, brilliant value.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On arrival staff very friendly, room was very clean and a good size with everything we needed in room. The breakfast was great, plenty of choice and delicious! Staff at breakfast were very friendly and service was great! Can’t recommend enough as location is great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. In a great spot with lovely staff and delicious breakfast included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just the basics, but spotless and a wonderful staff. Would totally stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, cosy and the staff were lovely. We booked the single rooms and they were very comfortable, good bathroom and gorgeous outlook. Great value for the area. Easy parking. Highly recommend. Try the cute movie theatre next door - perfect after a days hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay in Ambleside with clean cosy rooms and friendly staff. They were very accommodating to my request of a slightly earlier breakfast as I had to be out early doors. Would recommend staying here & will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable and tidy room, good basic breakfast and very friendly and welcoming staff. All within 2 minutes walk of the centre of Ambleside. Great value for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous, clean and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, perfectly situated for towns restaurants and parks. Very clean and modern room with tasty breakfast. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Recommended

Friendly staff. Suoer-comfy suoerking bed and a delicious full English breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ambleside was our favorite place visited in England. Beautiful place. The hotel is right next to a fabulous church. Lots of places to walk, shop or eat. Staff was so very nice and the included breakfast was extremely good. I recommend this hotel most strongly. Just awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely guest house in middle of town. Dont need car once there as Ambleside has everything. Friendly staff and good rokms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Really good

Very friendly staff, great location with parking, very good breakfast. Room was good, although the TV was a little outdated, minor considering the location but notable. Shower was also just a dribble. Otherwise a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome. Friendly and attentive staff. Tasty breakfast and clean rooms. Towels exchanged every day, same for coffee and room tea station. Good restaurant nearby but on the expensive side. There's limited parking available in front of the building. However, there's an alternative parking lot just a 2-minute drive down the road, and the owner provides a free parking permit. Please note that the WiFi is currently not functioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We’ve probably been spoilt by the modern world where we expect more from this kind of bed and breakfast places. The bread is like cardboard so it was difficult for me to swallow. Bacon quality was not good and was hard and difficult to chew. Hash brown is never my thing — feels like McDonald’s breakfast. Quality of the meat of the sausage was mediocre. So breakfast was only so-so. We were being put on the top floor, which has probably got the best view of the town. Never worked out how to watch the tele. You cannot cast your phone onto the tv to watch Netflix or anything, so you need to go watch a movie at the nearby cinema if you want entertainment at night (as the town sleeps early). Bed was too soft for my liking - whenever my partner moves I can feel it — not the kind of mattress I’m used to. The toilet is super small with a tiny shower — problem is the mould on the tiled wall. I am afraid of touching it when I showered but it’s difficult to avoid it as the shower is only about 3 feet by 3 feet. I don’t think a 200 pound human can easily fit inside. Also the mirror was fixed at my shoulder height so I need to bend down if I need to use it. There was no facial tissues available in the room so if you’re used to using facial tissues you need to bring your own. The ladies who did the cleaning up of the breakfast area looked so unhappy that one feels that they were forced to work there for the money. I would not personally come back to this particular B&B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a Lovely Location to see and get to all of the Lakes area. The staff was exceptional. Helping us with all our needs. Absolutely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good

Good, old fashioned guesthouse in an excellent location. Good for walking and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived late and left early but Sharyn and the team made sure my short stay was very comfortable and thank you for the upgrade! much appreciated. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10

Had a lovely stay in The Gables and would definitely return. Couldn’t say one bad thing about anything, the room was beautiful and so clean, had everything we needed. Our breakfast was also lovely, as were the owners/staff. Couldn’t recommend it anymore!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short but friendly and comfortable stay

Very welcoming and friendly; efficient COVID setup which worked well. Really liked the cooked breakfasts and many thanks to the breakfact team for looking after me so well. Good location; <5 minutes walk into Ambleside town centre with lots of restaurants etc, and straight onto Loughrigg Fell via the churchyard and Rothay Park. Only minor quibble is the lack of assigned parking (very small car park, but there are some spaces outside the entrance which are available on a first come first served basis. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pleasant Stay, Glad to get away.

Overall a good experience although the room photo that we saw on VRBO for the price we paid would have been fair, but the room allocated on arrival was tiny in comparison!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed!!

They should not have opened as they treated us like lepers, they were so paranoid, we felt so unwelcome!! Breakfast was a cold bacon or sausage roll, left outside your room in a bag, dry no butter, they said they had no sauce either??? Upon leaving, didnt even ask if we had a good stay, as they kept out of the way, im appalled at the way we were treated!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable guest house with friendly, helpful staff. Excellent breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019