Escape to the picturesque Lake District and unwind at Brathay Lodge. Enjoy in-room WiFi, continental breakfast, laundry facilities, luggage storage, an electric car charging station and multilingual staff. Helpful staff have made a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (8)
Housekeeping (on request)
Breakfast available
Self parking
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
TV in a common area
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Self-parking (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Free toiletries
The current price is RM570
RM570
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Room options
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Showing 8 of 8 rooms
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Standard Double Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
24 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
31 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Family Room (2 Adults and 1 Child)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
26 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Children)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
32 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Mountain View (3 adults)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
20 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
33 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 3
3 Single Beds
View all photos for Basic Double Room, Mountain View
Basic Double Room, Mountain View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
20 bathrooms
Coffee/tea maker
16 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Quadruple Room (4 adults)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
35 sq m
Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds
View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
24 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Single Beds
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Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 97 min drive
Windermere Station - 9 min drive
Staveley Station - 18 min drive
Kendal Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Royal Oak - 3 min walk
Rothay Manor Hotel - 6 min walk
Ambleside Tap Yard - 6 min walk
The Lily Bar in Ambleside - 2 min walk
The Cornish Bakery - 5 min walk
About this property
Brathay Lodge
When you stay at Brathay Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, World of Beatrix Potter and Ullswater are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (GBP 12.00 per night)
On-site parking is limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 8:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1890
Television in common areas
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
20 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (on request)
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.00 per person
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 8 December and 26 December.
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs GBP 12.00 per night
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
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
Also known as
Brathay Lodge Ambleside
Brathay Lodge
Brathay Ambleside
Brathay Hotel Ambleside
Brathay Lodge Ambleside, Lake District
Brathay Lodge Ambleside
Brathay Lodge Bed & breakfast
Brathay Lodge Bed & breakfast Ambleside
Frequently asked questions
Is Brathay Lodge currently open?
The property is closed between 8 December and 26 December.
Does Brathay Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Brathay Lodge 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 Brathay Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Brathay Lodge?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 12.00 per night. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Brathay Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Brathay Lodge and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
What's the area around Brathay Lodge like?
Brathay Lodge is a short 13-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 17 minutes' walk from Ambleside Pier.
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Brathay Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 March 2025
Lovely clean hotel with friendly staff and onsite
Lovely hotel with great staff. Very clean although the room and bathroom were not huge. Newly decorated it was very clean - great shower. Great parking and access to Ambleside. Only grumble is the continental breakfast went out for cooked breakfast on 1st morning
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 January 2025
100% would stay again
Very friendly hotel located just outside of the main town centre. Parking was easy and reasonably priced, and the welcome by the host was excellent. The whole hotel was very clean, comfortable bed, nice shower bathroom, and a good selection for breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
very accommodating, clean and great location
Dayna
Dayna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2023
Great hotel and staff!
Karel
Karel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 September 2024
Liked it all especislly owner Trevor who is a great host
James
James, 11-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2023
Fabulous location, great room and lovey breakfast to start the day. On site parking a plus too.
Lucy
Lucy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2023
Clean, cute, great service from friendly staff, great breakfast selection in a pleasant atmosphere.
Norma
Norma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2023
Brathey Lodge is a lovely hotel, has friendly staff and well located in Ambleside. The rooms are clean and comfortable. Excellent for family stays.
gareth
gareth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2022
good relaxing and quiet 3 days
john
john, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 October 2023
We had a great stay our room and shower room were spotlessly clean. The bed linen and towels excellent quality. Parking at the premises was a bonus.
Jeanette
Jeanette, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2023
Great hotel in Ambleside
This is our first trip to Lake District and Brathay Lodge helped to make it a great family experience for us. Very clean and spacious room, nice breakfast, staffs are nice can helpful especially for arranging EV charging.
Hong chi
Hong chi, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2016
Friendly Staff, Good Continental Breakfasts, Room with excellent views and parking so we could walk from the hotel each day anfd in the evening drink and walk back to hotel.
Roger
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2023
Lovely 3 night stay
We spent 3 nights at Brathay Lodges.
The rooms are spacious and fairly modern with a lovely en-suite bathroom.
Breakfast was a lovely continental breakfast with a good range of options.
We would stay again!
Jack
Jack, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 October 2022
Nice place
Nice place. Host friendly.
Kin Yeung
Kin Yeung, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2023
Ambleside is a great location for exploring The Lake District, and the town has lots of places to eat. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Continental breakfast is very good. Rooms are spacious.
Craig
Craig, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2023
Highly Recommended place to stay
Our stay at Brathay Lodge was fantastic. Our room was spotless, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was also brilliant, it was right in the heart of Ambleside and close to all the main parts of the Lake District.
The reserved parking spot was also a lovely added touch.
Daniel
Daniel, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2023
Lovely stay. Excellent location for exploring the Lake District. Close local transportation, restaurants, and pubs. Our children enjoyed park across the street with mini putt, tennis, lawn bowling, chip and putt, and croquet. Also, a great continental breakfast!
Ian
Ian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 August 2022
Excellent hotel in great position to walk into town. We had a really friendly welcome. The room was spacious, clean and well appointed.
Plenty of car parking on site available.
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2023
I stayed with my family (including 3 and 6 year old). This place was extremely clean and pleasant. Breakfast was very nice. The staff was super helpful with everything!
Amazing place to stay!
The staff has kept this place a 5 star with all that they have to offer.
Amanullah
Amanullah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2023
10 out of 10!
Great property, ideally located with clean and comfortable rooms. Staff were helpful and friendly, there’s a nice continental breakfast included and there’s on site parking which is a rarity in most properties in Ambleside
Gareth
Gareth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 March 2023
Couples weekend
Our first time at brathay lodge after passing many times.our room was large and spacious and comfortable with a new bathroom,and the view was amazing.The staff were friendly but not overly and the continental breakfast was fresh and had everything you could want .Hope to visit again soon.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 June 2023
Very impressed. Great to find a three bedroom room, which really helped keep costs down. Room nice and clean with a good view. Staff very friendly. And I’d forgotten breakfast was included so a really nice continental breakfast as a bonus!
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 April 2023
We had 2 nights in the twin with Mountain View.
The room is spacious ,comfortable an a good place to relax.
The hotel is central ,close to our Mountain Goat pick up point and bustop
The continental breakfast was excellent as was the car park .
We appreciated the parking flexibility on our departure
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 February 2024
A great place to stay in Ambleside
Brathay Lodge makes for a very comfortable and convenient stay in the Lake District. The room was modern and well-maintained and the staff friendly and considerate.
There is a parking fee (unless booked direct) but you’d have to pay elsewhere anyway. If you have an electric car it’s a good idea to let them know in advance so you can use their reasonably-priced ProjectEV charger.
The continental breakfast was fresh and varied and set us up for the day.
Would definitely stay there again.
Alistair
Alistair, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2022
The location was awesome and most of all the staff was really friendly and helpful. We asked for a recommendation on where to go to for a sightseeing and we followed the suggested route and it was breathtaking. Thank you so much for suggesting for us to go take the A592 to Watermillock. Simply incredibly!
Very grateful for the hospitality and kindness from both the hotel managers.