The Three Shires Inn

4.0 star property
Inn in Ambleside with free breakfast and restaurant

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Front of property
Superior Twin Room | Living area
Property grounds
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Explore the area

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Little Langdale, Ambleside, England, LA22 9NZ
  • Place, Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
  • Place, Dove Cottage
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Rydal Mount
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Ambleside

At The Three Shires Inn you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Allan Bank and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Skelwith Force. Highlights at this inn include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside inn include Lake Windermere and Coniston Water.

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Dove Cottage - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Wray Castle - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Rydal Mount - 11 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 15 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Three Shires Inn

Inn in Ambleside with free breakfast and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Three Shires Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Ambleside inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Three Shires Inn offers 10 accommodations with a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 per day

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
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 and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Three Shires Inn Ambleside
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Three Shires Ambleside
The Three Shires Inn Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Three Shires Inn?

Yep, The Three Shires Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Three Shires Inn?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Three Shires Inn on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$337.75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Three Shires Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Three Shires Inn?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Three Shires Inn?

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

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Three Shires Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.