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Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Superior Double or Twin Room
Interior entrance
Superior Double or Twin Room | Living area
Dining

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, Rothay Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪2 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 Single Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

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

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

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

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Double or Twin Room, Lake View

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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Family Cottage | Living area

Family Cottage

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

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Standard Room

Standard Room

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

About the area

Ambleside

At Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lake Windermere and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Ambleside Climbing Wall. .This pet-friendly hotel offers a business centre, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a picnic area and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ambleside hotel, attractions include Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and Bowness Pier.

What's nearby

  • Rothay Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • White Platts Recreation Ground - 2 min drive - 1.3 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

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Temperance Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust

Business amenities include a business centre 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
  • Conference 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 a safe and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 1 June 2026 to 29 February 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.

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 GBP15 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust?

Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust?

Yep, Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust?

No, Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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
Verified

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

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
Verified

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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

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
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

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet room. Bar not open at the weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would recommend

Good value for money. Receptionist friendly and helpful. Stayed in Helvellyn Room 9 - STUNNING views across the lake. Old building but modern, clean rooms. All carpets, including stairwells clean and good quality. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025