The Best Hotels Closest to Ambleside Pier in Ambleside for 2026

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A neatly made bed with a green bedspread, two pillows, and two wall-mounted lamps on either side.

A floor lamp with a white base and black stand, positioned against a wall with a white railing and a carpeted floor.

A plate of breakfast food including sausages, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, and baked beans.

A town with stone buildings, a main road, and parked cars.

1. Compston House B&B - Adults Only

Ambleside Town Centre, 1.2 km from Ambleside Pier

Simon

￥16,940

￥20,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A two-story stone building with a traditional architectural style, featuring multiple windows and a flag.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, stone walls, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, plush seating, and a small table with a bottle and glasses.

2. Elder Grove

Ambleside Town Centre, 1 km from Ambleside Pier

Natascha

￥18,752

￥22,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bar area with a Christmas decoration, a bartender, and a sign reading "TEMPERANCE".

A stone building with multiple windows and a sign reading "The Temperance Inn".

A traditional village with stone buildings, a church, and a pub with outdoor seating.

Three dogs in a doorway with a red ribbon, and people in the background.

3. The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group

Ambleside Town Centre, 1.2 km from Ambleside Pier

Ian

￥19,038

￥22,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A house with a pathway leading to it, surrounded by trees.

An outdoor patio with a round table and white chairs, a gazebo in the background, and a well-maintained lawn.

A living room with a fireplace, sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a wooden wardrobe.

4. Briery Wood Country House Hotel

1.8 km from Ambleside Pier

kay

￥13,884

￥16,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A lakeside property with a marina, multiple boats, and a large house with a white facade.

A room with a table and chairs by a large window with a view of greenery and houses.

A corner room with a bay window, two armchairs, and a small table with bottles.

A stone bridge over a calm river, a stone building with outdoor seating, and a mountainous backdrop.

5. Ambleside Townhouse

Ambleside Town Centre, 1.1 km from Ambleside Pier

Ravinder

￥19,747

￥23,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with views of greenery, and a wooden ceiling with a chandelier.

A room with a bay window, a dining table with chairs, a leather armchair, and a cabinet.

A neatly made bed with rolled towels, two bedside lamps, and a dark pillow.

A stone building with a green sign reading "Rothay Gardens Residents Car Park Telephone 01539 4".

6. Rothay Garth

1 km from Ambleside Pier

Tony

￥13,694

￥16,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A stone building with a patio area featuring wooden furniture and a stone wall.

A covered outdoor area with a glass roof, a number '12' sign, and a hanging flower basket.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

A bathroom with a skylight, a toilet, a sink, and a towel rack.

7. Waterhead Retreat

0.8 km from Ambleside Pier

￥14,924

￥22,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A room with a large bay window overlooking a lake, two leather chairs, a wooden table, and a banner advertising a lakeside restaurant.

A row of traditional stone and timber-framed buildings with a restaurant named "The Lakeside" and a sign welcoming visitors to "YHA Ambleside".

A marina with several boats docked at the pier.

A lakeside restaurant with outdoor seating and a flag indicating its name.

8. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

< 0.1 km from Ambleside Pier

Sarah

￥6,462

￥7,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A cozy, rustic interior with wooden floors, plaid-patterned chairs, and a dining area with a stone wall and hanging lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a mirror, and a wall with two framed pictures.

The exterior of The Ambleside Inn, featuring a stone facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a signboard.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a bar with shelves of bottles, and a sign reading "Hotel Reception".

9. The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group

Ambleside Town Centre, 1.3 km from Ambleside Pier

sheena

￥17,292

￥20,750 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A coastal town with a marina, houses, and green hills in the background.

A large stone house with a well-maintained garden and a green gazebo.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with a bed, two patterned armchairs, a small table with two cups, and a view of greenery through large windows.

10. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

< 0.1 km from Ambleside Pier

Trusha

￥20,786

￥24,942 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A pool with a view of a lake and mountains, surrounded by trees and wooden deck chairs.

A room with a bed, two chairs, and a table with a vase. It has a large window with a view of a lake and mountains.

A balcony with a table, a chair, a bottle of champagne, and a glass of wine.

A cozy cabin with a stone fireplace, a large window, and a wooden interior.

11. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

1.4 km from Ambleside Pier

Akib

￥28,773

￥34,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A lakeside town with a dock, boats, and a large building with a green roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by various trees and shrubs.

12. Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

0.2 km from Ambleside Pier

Colin

￥22,586

￥27,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a view of a lake with boats, and a brick wall.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, overlooking a body of water and a stone building.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a patterned floor.

13. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

< 0.1 km from Ambleside Pier

Linda

￥24,278

￥29,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A large estate with a well-maintained lawn, a formal garden, and a prominent house with multiple chimneys.

A view through a window with a stone frame, revealing a well-maintained garden with a circular lawn, stone pathways, and a variety of trees.

A spacious bedroom with a large window, a four-poster bed, and a sitting area with chairs and a bench.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a staircase, and a chandelier.

14. Cragwood Country House Hotel

2.8 km from Ambleside Pier

Garry

￥18,859

￥22,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A large stone building with multiple windows and a prominent entrance.

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a ceiling fan, a small table with a chair, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a small table with flowers, and a purple wall.

15. Brathay Lodge

Ambleside Town Centre, 1.1 km from Ambleside Pier

Niki

￥24,350

￥29,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A bottle of Prosecco and two glasses of wine on a wooden table near a fountain.

A buffet with various food items including eggs, cheese, and watermelon slices.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a cozy seating area.

A modern room with large windows, a grey sofa, a round table, and wicker chairs.

16. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

Ambleside Town Centre, 1.4 km from Ambleside Pier

Sara

￥37,795

￥45,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a view through a glass door, and a window.

A modern room with a sofa, a patterned rug, a large window, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a hanging plant, and a chandelier.

A two-story building with a balcony, a bench, and a stone wall.

17. Waterhead Rooms & Suites - Parking and Light Breakfast

0.8 km from Ambleside Pier

Andrew

￥17,354

￥20,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A room with a view of a lake, a wooden desk, two chairs, and a small table with a book.

A large, ivy-covered Victorian-style house with a classic car parked in front.

A dining area with a view of a lake and hills, featuring wooden furniture and curtains.

A room with a view of a lake and hills, a chair, a table with a book and glasses, and a bottle of champagne.

18. Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate

1.7 km from Ambleside Pier

Niall

￥22,566

￥27,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hot tub with a blue towel on it, surrounded by greenery and trees.

A traditional building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A spacious room with a large dining table, multiple chairs, and a decorative cart.

A hallway with a dog sitting by a door leading to a garden.

19. Rothay Manor Hotel

0.8 km from Ambleside Pier

Karen

￥62,154

￥74,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a radiator.

A small, cozy room with a sloped ceiling, a wooden desk with a chair, two wicker chairs with cushions, a radiator, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

A compact bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, two bedside tables with candles, and a wall-mounted artwork.

20. Ambleside Central

Ambleside Town Centre, 1.2 km from Ambleside Pier

Melody

￥14,064

￥16,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Ambleside Pier

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Compston House B&B - Adults Only	9.8 Exceptional 141 reviews	View
Elder Grove	9.8 Exceptional 168 reviews	View
The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group	9.2 Wonderful 262 reviews	View
Briery Wood Country House Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 345 reviews	View
Ambleside Townhouse	9.4 Exceptional 234 reviews	View

Top Ambleside Pier Hotel Reviews

Waterhead Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room with everything you need for a short stay. Very comfortable bed and good night’s sleep. Great bathroom with bath and shower. Self service light breakfast with enough basic options to start the day. Tea and coffee in room but Coffee and hot chocolate available at the breakfast hub at other times for just £1.20 (Contactless). No reception, all self service check in by What’s App and car parking registration needed but helpful staff around the premises to help with questions. Convenient location easy walk to Ambleside and bus stops outside. Will return!"

Rothay Garth

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were brilliant - helpful and informative. Breakfast was great - the veggie sausage was the best I've ever had - and the hotel was very clean. Will be staying there again."

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff at reception.. room was very clean and comfortable, with a really nice decor. we were lucky in that we got parking on property but it is not guaranteed"

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and well maintained and the comfort of the bed was amazing. Check in staff were polite and friendly. Breakfast was Self service but superb. We didn’t use the spa on this occasion as we were there to attend a wedding but have used it previously and it is top notch. My only bug bear is that due to not booking direct I had to pay for parking at £12. This didn’t sit right with me because if using the spa, parking is free, if I had just attended the wedding and had not stayed the night parking would have been free. So then when I give them more custom of staying the night I had to pay because I hadn’t booked directly."

Elder Grove

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient for accessing the town centre on foot. Good parking facilities. Flexible and helpful checking in procedures."

Waterhead Rooms & Suites - Parking and Light Breakfast

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay, and the light breakfast was wonderful. But, the parking situation is very difficult."

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

8/10 Good

"Beautiful views, nice rooms, great breakfast. I'm not sure if it's a regular thing but there were jet squadrons screaming over the lake while we there."

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful stay yet again at the salutation hotel. The location of the hotel makes it an ideal stay to visit Ambleside. Perfect to park the car when you arrive and no need to use it again for your stay. Having a spa within the hotel is a bonus and the standard of cleanliness throughout the hotel is exceptional. We stayed in a room at the front of the hotel , which yes there is a little street noise , but nothing you wouldn’t expect staying in a town centre , and certainly didn’t keep you awake at night - in fact it was probably one of the highlights of our room - people watching below and the beautiful fells in the distance. Breakfast is a real treat , excellent selection of hot and cold food and drinks , there is everything you could possibly want for breakfast. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff - everyone greats you with a smile and are most helpful. Having visited the Lake District from childhood staying at campsites, lodges, cottages and b&b’s , I can honestly say this is my favourite place to stay. Thank you to the team at The Salutation Hotel , hopefully we will return soon."

Wanslea Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect for our stay from start to finish."

Other attractions near Ambleside Pier

Borrans Park

Explore the great outdoors at Borrans Park, a lovely green space in Lakes.

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Ambleside Roman Fort

After visiting Ambleside Roman Fort, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Waterhead. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Ambleside Climbing Wall

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ambleside Climbing Wall during your travels to Lakes. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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White Platts Recreation Ground

8.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at White Platts Recreation Ground, a lovely green space in Lakes.

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beach near Bee Holme

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Bee Holme during your trip to Claife?

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Rothay Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Rothay Park, a lovely green space in Lakes.

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Stock Ghyll Force

8.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Stock Ghyll Force during your travels in Lakes.

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Armitt Museum and Library

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Armitt Museum and Library in Lakes. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ambleside Pier?

Ambleside Pier is located in a welcoming area of Waterhead known for its beautiful lakeside setting and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 697 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Ambleside Pier?

Adjacent to Ambleside Pier, Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa and YHA Ambleside - Hostel.

How many hotels will I find close to Ambleside Pier?

Expedia has 697 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ambleside Pier.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ambleside Pier, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Ambleside Pier.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ambleside Pier?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Ambleside Pier, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Ambleside Pier?

You'll want to browse the collections at Wordsworth Museum, Armitt Museum and Library, and Hawkshead Grammar School. Explore notable local landmarks like Rydal Mount, Dove Cottage, and Wray Castle. Enjoy the outdoors at Holehird Gardens, Tarn Hows, or Grizedale Forest.

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Our top choices for Ambleside Pier hotels

1. Compston House B&B - Adults Only

2. Elder Grove

3. The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group

4. Briery Wood Country House Hotel

5. Ambleside Townhouse

6. Rothay Garth

7. Waterhead Retreat

8. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

9. The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group

10. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

11. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

12. Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

13. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

14. Cragwood Country House Hotel

15. Brathay Lodge

16. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

17. Waterhead Rooms & Suites - Parking and Light Breakfast

18. Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate

19. Rothay Manor Hotel

20. Ambleside Central

Compare popular hotels close to Ambleside Pier

Top Ambleside Pier Hotel Reviews

Waterhead Retreat

Rothay Garth

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Elder Grove

Waterhead Rooms & Suites - Parking and Light Breakfast

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

Wanslea Guest House

Other attractions near Ambleside Pier

Borrans Park

Ambleside Roman Fort

Ambleside Climbing Wall

White Platts Recreation Ground

beach near Bee Holme

Rothay Park

Stock Ghyll Force

Armitt Museum and Library

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