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The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

4.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

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, Borrans Park
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside hotel include Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and World of Beatrix Potter.

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
  • Rothay Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Temperance Inn - ‬14 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • 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

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

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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 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group on 21 June 2026 start from AU$245, 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. 199 out of 350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 350 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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
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8/10 Good

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff and close to the lake with great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Everything was perfect. A big thankyou to all the staff for making my stay perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

8/10 Good

Darin

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

6/10 Okay

DEBORAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was lovely. Couldn’t fault it. Hotel its self is lovely. Nice chilled atmosphere. Where it lets itself down is food. Dinner on first evening was terrible. Chips hard and overcooked. Onion rings hard and dripping in fat. Mussels overcooked and way too salty. Breakfast next morning was lukewarm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

6/10 Okay

Steven

Hospitality was very good. The bar and food was very good the bar and surrounding area was very nice and well presented. How ever the room we stayed in was very poor was not cleaned properly the whole area up stairs neadered a good clean cleaned
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian

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
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8/10 Good

Adam

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

8/10 Good

Rodger

Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was superb. We tried the evening menu special which was a Pheasant breast.It wasn't the best I've tasted, it was nicely presented but it was rather salty and dry. The bed mattress provided a good nights sleep and the room was spacious and clean. Well worth the 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and very welcoming and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful inn with lots to do close by. The rooms were large and quiet. Breakfast was very good. We would highly recommend this place for a stay in Ambleside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPHINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay,Staff at Breakfast were amazing very friendly and the Eggs Royale were beautiful thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location facing the lake. I wish they had elevators.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel, really friendly staff, meal choices good. Parking is a bit restricted and tight albeit there is a public car park next door, whicjh I didn't need to use.Chris when serving us was outstanding. Will use again, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great position
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

avinash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service large and clean rooms with all amenities needed. Staff was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025