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The Britannia Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Ambleside with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Double Room, Ensuite
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Elterwater, Ambleside, England, LA22 9HP
  • Place, Allan Bank
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Skelwith Force
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Detached private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Ambleside

At The Britannia Inn you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Allan Bank and 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Skelwith Force. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Brit, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. At the inn's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Ambleside inn, attractions include Lake Windermere and Ullswater.
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What's nearby

  • Allan Bank - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Skelwith Force - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Dove Cottage - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Ullswater - 24 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 14 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chesters - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Britannia Inn

Inn in Ambleside with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Ambleside inn is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Britannia Inn offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Ambleside inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Brit

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Britannia Ambleside
The Britannia Inn Inn
Britannia Inn Ambleside
The Britannia Inn Ambleside
The Britannia Inn Inn Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Britannia Inn?

The Britannia Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Britannia Inn?

No, The Britannia Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Britannia Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Britannia Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Reviews

The Britannia Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cosy inn in beautiful village. Lovely food and friendly staff. Will come again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn, staff are super friendly and happy to help. Bed was very comfy and the room was spotless. Lovely view out the front to the villiage square and hills beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly caring staff. Great food and service. Comfortable bedrooms with great attention to detail. 100’s of walks straight from the front door, something to suit all abilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic lovely pub great service excellent food very comfortable stay great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in lovely location and staff and food fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here on a long weekend with the family and dogs - everything we could have asked for - good location with the Langdales just up the road (easy parking, pay and display), does packed lunches which were superb, very good evening food, good bar and lovely staff who were attentive, very friendly and helpful. Bus stop opposite to Ambleside and also up to the Langadales for those with no car

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Rotherham

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely stay beakfast was a mighty feast All staff were helpful and friendly was spotless
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two night stay with my daughter. Beautiful property and excellent food. In stunning surroundings. Loved the hotel. The only thing I would mention is because I booked through hotels .com and not the Inn I wasn’t aware that you have full use of the spa facilities at the Langdale. Had I booked directly with the Inn I would have known. Fortunately though my daughter has a swim suit with her even if I didn’t
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at a great pub. Really friendly staff, great food and a good range of local beers. Highly recommended and we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Amol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Location was really great, perfect walk to elter water and grasmere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

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

Best pub in the Lakes

Always wanted to stay here. We had a great 2 nights, walks to Skelwith Force and Dungeon Ghyll within easy reach. The Langdales is a lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, New Haw, Addlestone

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful country inn located at the heart of the South lakes. The rooms are compact but well appointed and comfortable. The food (especially the breakfast) ‘hits the spot’ and the staff are brilliant. The spectacular Langdales are all around with no need to use the car - so just park up and enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayank

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab birthday weekend getaway! Lovely pub, great food fantastic staff, couldn't be better
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023