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The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Property class: 4

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A cozy interior with a sign reading "The Waterhead Inn Ambleside," featuring a tufted leather sofa, floral chairs, and framed artwork on the walls.
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A coastal town with a marina, houses, and green hills in the background.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a patterned floor.
A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a view of a lake with boats, and a brick wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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Lake Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0ER
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a desk with a lamp. Two framed pictures are on the wall above the bed.

Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a cup and magazine, and a TV.

Family Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Ambleside

At The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group you'll be within steps of Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. English breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside hotel, attractions include Ullswater and Lodore Falls.

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Borrans Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wray Castle - 13 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Ambleside Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Cafe Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Wateredge Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Fleece - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group offers 41 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. 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

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

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 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 7:30 AM - 11:00 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: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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 not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit 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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Waterhead Boutique Hotel Ambleside
Waterhead Boutique Hotel
Waterhead Boutique Ambleside
Waterhead Boutique
Waterhead Hotel Ambleside
Waterhead Ambleside
Waterhead
Waterhead Hotel Ambleside Lake District
Ambleside Hotel Waterhead
Hotel Waterhead
Waterhead Hotel
The Waterhead Inn
The Waterhead Inn The Inn Collection group
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Hotel
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The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Hotel Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group on 1 Oct 2026 start from NZ$325, 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.

Is parking available at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

Yep, The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group has a free self car park.

Does The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

No, The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?

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

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 368 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 368 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 368 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 368 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 368 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous room overlooking the river. The amenities were great, and the breakfast was substantial.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Great food
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with friendly staff, great breakfast, a fan in the room to help with the hot weather. Good tea and coffee. Free parking and a great view of the Lake, close to Ambleside and from the room the mountains were clearly visible. Fantastic!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
The building itself needs updating and renewing! The staff were amazing and location is great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite pleasant staff. Nice spacious room with good shower. Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking space, food available all day, lake across the road, walking distance to the village, excellent helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is superb. Found breakfast (cereal to be limited choice), but was good and cooked was nice, with plenty of tea and coffee. Only thing I found was bar was slow as there seemed not enough people around
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location with lake views dog friendly and the staff were fabulous will return again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Waterhead Inn was even better than expected. The area was perfect - lovely and peaceful (despite it being the bank holiday weekend) but right on the lake, situated just a few meters away from where you can get the boat into Bowness, with 4 or 5 gorgeous beer gardens right on your doorstep. The staff were all so lovely, breakfast was delicious and the room was extremely spacious with huge, comfy beds! Will definitely be returning to this hotel for another relaxing break soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking restricated but overall good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very friendly staff, room was spotless. Nice place to stay for a day or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and close to the lake with great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cold. The underfloor heating was not working.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything was perfect. A big thankyou to all the staff for making my stay perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent hotel in great location

Excellent hotel in great location Very good breakfast too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building, great food in the restaurant, delightful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Booked a non smoking family room but room was stanched of smoking. Reception came to check and agreed & gave us 2 rooms instead. Overall all staff lacked
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and the staff was outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a great location with excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities
A Pub with rooms not a Hotel .. no amenities .. no reception just a woman behind the bar … no porter and not lift had to drag cases up and down 3 flights of stars .. restaurant was bun grub Room very basic bathroom was clean .the room smelt of dogs maybe allocate rooms for dogs only. nothing in the area terrible chip shop .. not worth £100et alone £185 … one highlight good breakfast 👍definitely wouldn’t sty there again or recommend it
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, also has a wonderful supper.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nice,stay - good room and location

In general nice stay, good room and location, nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent good choice of breakfast room nice and clean staff very helpful view excellent lift needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, nice rooms, fun location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024