The Gables Guest House, Ambleside ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Church Walk, Ambleside, United Kingdom

Perfect

9.1

9.0

/10

5.0

4.7

“The Gables is perfectly nestled in the center of Ambleside, making it easy to access stunning hikes and local attractions!”view full review

Ambleside hotel, The Gables Guest House, offers stylish Bed & Breakfast accommodation with a 9.1/10 booking rating. Featuring individually styled en-suite rooms, the 4-star guest house includes a Restaurant and Tearoom serving home-cooked meals.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Gables Guest House include singles, doubles, twins, and super-kings, each individually styled with en-suite bathrooms. Options feature views of Loughrigg Fell and the front bowling green, with select rooms offering a bath. Guests can enjoy complimentary toiletries, free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV in all accommodations.

Dining & Nearby Options

The on-site Restaurant and Tearoom serve a full Cumbrian breakfast daily, with lighter options available. Signature dishes include locally sourced Cheshire Oak back bacon and homemade marmalade. Nearby dining options include popular restaurants such as Matthew's Bistro and Wabi Sabi, each within a 5-minute walk.

Leisure & Activities

The area is ideal for outdoor activities, with Lake Windermere less than 2 km away for various water sports. The Gables Guest House is a perfect base for cycling, offering access to routes including the famous Wrynose and Hardknott passes. Guests can purchase local guides at the guest house for assistance in exploring nearby fells.

Services & Transportation

The Gables Guest House is accessible via local bus services, with stops only a 2-minute walk away. For those traveling by car, parking is available nearby, and check-in is managed in a friendly manner by the proprietors. Well-behaved pets are allowed with prior arrangement.

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The Gables Guest House offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Twin Room Shower

2 persons

165 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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King Room

2 persons

130 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Single Room Bath

2 persons

80 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

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Deluxe King Room

2 persons

205 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Facilities

The Gables Guest House offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy and Clean

“My room was immaculately clean and incredibly cozy, providing the perfect retreat after a long day of hiking.” view full review

Relaxing Baths

“The highlight of my stay was the luxurious bath in my single room; taking soothing Epsom salt baths helped me unwind after the wet weather.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“Breakfast was a delight, made even better by the kindness of the staff, especially the lady with purple hair who served a lovely meal with a smile.” view full review

Comfortable Stay

“The overall comfort and cleanliness created a serene atmosphere, making it a great place to relax and rejuvenate.” view full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No pets allowed
Security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Bowling
Mini golf
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Gables Guest House Location

Church Walk, Ambleside, United Kingdom

Map view

Church Walk, Ambleside, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Garden

Rydal Mount

1.4 mi

Landmark

Ambleside Roman Fort

3500 ft

Landmark

Stock Ghyll Force

3800 ft

Landmark

Hayes Garden World Ambleside

3900 ft

Landmark

Borrans Park

3300 ft

Castle

Wray Castle

2.1 mi

Landmark

Lily Tarn

4600 ft

Landmark

Jenkin Crag

1.4 mi

Landmark

Rydal Water

1.7 mi

Landmark

Wansfell Pike

1.2 mi

Garden

Rydal Hall Gardens

1.4 mi

Landmark

Dora's Field

1.3 mi

Landmark

Rydal Hall Sculpture Path

1.5 mi

Cave

Rydal Cave

1.5 mi

Landmark

Loughrigg Fell

1.8 mi

Landmark

High Sweden Bridge

1.5 mi

Museum

The Armitt Museum And Gallery

2.6 mi

Garden

Stagshaw Garden

2.5 mi

Camping

Skelwith Fold

1.7 mi

Landmark

Brockhole on Windermere

2.2 mi

Landmark

Todd Crag

1.8 mi

Landmark

Moss Eccles Tarn

2.5 mi

Landmark

Copt Howe

2.5 mi

Nearby

Bridge

Bridge House

800 ft

Gallery

Old Courthouse Gallery

2000 ft

1 Vicarage Rd

Rothay Park

1100 ft

Church

St Mary's Church

1600 ft

The Hollens

The National Trust

2000 ft

Loughrigg

High Close Estate

2000 ft

Cylinders Langdale

Merz Barn

2000 ft

Restaurants

Fellini's

600 ft

Church Street

Great North Pie Co

400 ft

Unit 2 The Courtyard Rothay Road

Misto

400 ft

9 Compston Road

Matthew's Bistro

600 ft

Compston Road

Jintana Thai Restaurant

600 ft

Compston Road

Zeffirelli's

800 ft

Compston Road

Copper Pot Cafe

600 ft

Church Street

Luigi's Restaurant

600 ft

Luigi's Restaurant Kelsick Road

Ishaas Indian Eatery

600 ft

3 Kelsick Road

eS Bar

800 ft

2 St. Marys Lane

Getting around

City Centre

Ambleside4 min · 1000 ft

Airports

Carlisle Lake District (CAX)113 min · 46.6 mi

Blackpool International (BLK)160 min · 66.3 mi

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-19:00

Check-out

from 08:00-10:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel The Gables Guest House provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Gables Guest House from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 312 verified reviews

9.3/10

Perfect

97%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.1/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Comfort

9.5/10

Facilities

9.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.5/10

Location

9.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Staff

9.7/10

Value for money

9.1/10

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