The Gables Guest House - Ambleside

Guest house in Ambleside with on-site restaurant and complimentary full Cumbrian breakfast

Amenities & Facilities

The Gables Guest House provides secure bike storage and a dedicated drying room for guests exploring the Lake District on two wheels or on foot. The property has a small on-site car park with first-come, first-served spaces, and offers a pass for overflow parking at Ambleside United FC. A communal boot rack, ice machine, and access to a lounge with maps and local guides are available to guests.

Accommodation

Gables Guest House Ambleside offers individually styled en-suite bedrooms, including singles, doubles, and superking rooms with modern decor. Room 5, a king room on the first floor, overlooks the bowling green and provides a view of the hills. Rooms 10 and 11 feature views of the fells and the park, and all rooms include a bath or shower, with some offering baths.

Dining

Breakfast is served daily from 8am to 9am and includes a complimentary full Cumbrian breakfast with locally sourced sausages and bacon. The on-site restaurant and tearoom at The Gables B&B Ambleside offers home-cooked meals for dinner, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Guests can also opt for lighter breakfast choices such as omelettes, porridge, and cereal.

Location & Activities

The Gables Guesthouse Ambleside is a two-minute walk from Ambleside's shops, restaurants, and the central bus interchange with routes to Keswick, Windermere, and Coniston. Lake Windermere's Waterhead pier is a 20-minute walk, offering scenic boat cruises and water activities. Walking and cycling paths start from the doorstep, including routes to Rydal Water and the Langdale valley.

Pet-Friendly & Outdoor Amenities

Well-behaved pets are welcome at The Gables by prior arrangement, and the hotel provides a secure bike storage room and a drying room for wet walking gear. The property has a small car park with limited spaces and overflow parking at Ambleside United FC with a pass. Dog-friendly rooms are available, and pets can stay in the conservatory for breakfast if needed.

• Location: 2-minute walk from Ambleside center and bus interchange
• Rooms: Singles, doubles, and superking en-suite
• Dining: Full Cumbrian breakfast with locally sourced ingredients
• Amenities: Secure bike storage, drying room, and boot rack
• Pet-Friendly: Well-behaved pets welcome by prior arrangement
• Parking: On-site spaces and overflow parking pass