Perched by the serene lake, The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group offers a haven of tranquility. Take in the breathtaking views from the garden, indulge in a drink at the bar or savor delicious meals at its restaurant. With luggage storage and high-speed WiFi, guests appreciate this retreat's thoughtful touches.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Pet-friendly
Free parking
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (7)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Free self-parking
The current price is RM546
RM546
RM655 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Room options
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Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
22 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Family Room
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
20 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Classic Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Wray Castle - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
Getting around
Windermere Station - 8 min drive
Staveley Station - 16 min drive
Kendal Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk
Royal Oak - 15 min walk
Rothay Manor Hotel - 12 min walk
The Lily Bar in Ambleside - 13 min walk
Waterhead Coffee Shop - 2 min walk
About this property
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
At The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
41 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
24-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Waterhead Boutique Hotel Ambleside
Waterhead Boutique Hotel
Waterhead Boutique Ambleside
Waterhead Boutique
Waterhead Hotel Ambleside
Waterhead Ambleside
Waterhead
Waterhead Hotel Ambleside Lake District
Ambleside Hotel Waterhead
Hotel Waterhead
Waterhead Hotel
The Waterhead Inn
The Waterhead Inn The Inn Collection group
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Hotel
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Ambleside
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Hotel Ambleside
Frequently asked questions
Does The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group like?
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group is a short 2-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 5 minutes' walk from Borrans Park.
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The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
4 March 2025
First class accomodation.
First class room, very clean with excellent decor. Staff were very attentive.
alexander
alexander, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 November 2024
Beautiful location and very welcoming and friendly staff.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 January 2025
Very good service,friendly staff who were most helpful nothing was too much trouble
Anthony
Anthony, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
A relaxing stay at the waters edge
Beautiful location, good service, good breakfast, comfortable, spacious bedroom, good value for money
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 December 2024
Lovely comfortable hotel.
Stayed for 2 very comfortable nights. Hotel is clean with very good staff.
The room was spacious and well equipped. The bathroom really good too.
Heating worked well and was easily controlled.
The restaurant was very reasonably priced with good service.
The breakfast was really good too. The first morning it was almost cold! But much better on the Friday morning.
Parking very convenient too
I would recommend this to others and would happily stay here again.
R. W.
R. W., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2024
All great
Great location, great services. We really enjoyed our stay here and the dogs loved it too.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
Great staff, nice rooms, fun location
Dave
Dave, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
Friendly staff. Very hard working
Jia
Jia, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2024
Brilliant location
Virtually on the lake edge
Robin
Robin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 May 2024
Great location very friendly staff and very comfortable surroundings would definitely recommend
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2024
Fabulous stay! The staff were exceptionally welcoming and attentive. The grounds were clean. The Waterhead Inn was wonderful, conveniently located to bus transportation and the waterview was great. I would highly recommend this property.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 June 2024
Lovely hotel and food with very friendly staff. Room very spacious and comfortable with the unexpected bonus of a view of the lake.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2024
3 separate Inn properties were stayed in during our current UK visit from Canada. Each Inn was exceptional in all aspects. Highly recommend their hotels in the N/E and Lake District. .. will certainly use them again during any future vacation.. 5 star indeed!
Alan
Alan, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
The Waterhead Inn is in a stunning location on the shore of Lake Windermere with open views over to The Langdales. A short walk to the centre of Ambleside, with friendly, helpful staff and rare, coveted parking.
David
David, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2024
Obvious choice !
Stayed before as it’s dog friendly which is what I was looking for
Fabulous location,
Lovely hotel
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 August 2024
What a beautiful inn and great location (pretty much llakeside). Our room was spacious and had a lakeview. Bed was very comfortable. Very friendly staff. Food was good and on a rainy day, people just hung out in the dining area enjoying the views and conversation. Definitely recommend.
Beth
Beth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2024
Lovely stay
The Inn was lovely and we enjoyed our stay, the view, the location, tand everything was great.
The only thing was the "free drinks" vouchers we got, which we did not know mean that if we use them our rooms won't get cleaned the following day, so it would have been nice if the staff told us that before we used them, and we'd have simply paid for our pint.
Also, no phones in the rooms.
Munira
Munira, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2024
Nice hotel and staff. Rooms a bit on warm side
Michael
Michael, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 August 2024
Nicely appointed rooms,good breakfast though a little light if you prefer just continental.Parking on property very tight and you are lucky if you find a space. Staff attentive.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 April 2024
Had a grand time at The Waterhead in the week before Easter. Hotel was very comfortable, and our dog was made to feel welcome. It was a good base to explore the Windermere area.
Rob
Rob, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2023
A warm welcome , staff were helpful and friendly . Perfect place to stay .
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2024
The place to stay on Lake Windermere
What an awesome stay we had at this hotel, ever staff member treated us like they owned the place. What a difference it makes when everyone loves their job.Beautiful hotel, spotlessly clean and rooms were fabulous. Will absolutely be returning soon :)
Bryan
Bryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2022
We will definitely go again
Fantastic hotel to stay in and wonderful friendly staff.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2024
A fantastic getaway! We will be back.
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2023
Newly renovated situated right on the lake and near the ferry terminal it is a great base to explore the lakes district. The bedroom was large and comfortable the staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful and are clearly making an effort to ensure a great stay.