Brathay Lodge - Ambleside

4-star family-run bed and breakfast with scenic views over Wansfell and Loughrigg in Ambleside

Accommodations

Brathay Lodge offers rooms spread over 4 floors, accessed by stairs, with some featuring Lakeland views and balconies. Family rooms include a curtained area that provides privacy for parents and children, plus separate TVs in each section. Each en-suite bathroom has a walk-in shower, and all rooms come with fair trade tea, coffee, and biscuits.

Dining

A continental buffet breakfast is served daily in a dining room overlooking the garden, with a wide selection including fresh fruits, yogurts, pastries, cereals, cold meats, and cheeses. The hotel offers extensive gluten-free breakfast options, a rarity among Lake District accommodations. Guests also find boiled eggs, waffles, smoked salmon, and a variety of breads and spreads.

Amenities & Services

The hotel provides on-site CCTV-secured parking for £12 per night, as well as electric vehicle charging stations available in the car park. Guests benefit from free high-speed Wi-Fi, access to a safety deposit box, and daily housekeeping with express check-in/out and laundry services. Outdoor furniture on the terrace offers space to relax after hiking or cycling in the area.

Location

Brathay Lodge Ambleside sits a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and within a 5-minute stroll of Ambleside town centre with its restaurants, pubs, and shops. The historic Roman fort of Galava and numerous scenic walking/hiking trails are easily reached on foot or by bus from the stop just around the corner. The hotel overlooks a putting green and the parish church, with direct views of Wansfell and Loughrigg.

Family & Pet-Friendly

Family rooms accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children, with a curtained-off sleeping area, two TVs, and a spacious layout that includes a small seating area. The hotel welcomes dogs and provides doggy treat bags, while children enjoy a kid-friendly buffet at breakfast and board games in the lounge. Outdoor space includes a terrace and easy access to the park across the road with a recreation field and mini golf.

• Location: 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere, 5 minutes from Ambleside centre
• Rooms: Family rooms with curtained privacy and separate TVs
• Dining: Extensive continental breakfast with gluten-free options
• Parking: On-site CCTV-secured parking with EV charging
• Family: Board games, kid-friendly buffet, and doggy treat bags provided
• Scenic: Direct views over Wansfell and Loughrigg from front rooms