Brathay Lodge

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Ambleside, near Lake Windermere

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Exterior
Reception
Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Mountain View (3 adults)
Restaurant
The Lake District's Brathay Lodge is a perfect base for exploring the scenic region. Guests appreciate in-room WiFi, continental breakfast, and laundry facilities. The property offers luggage storage, an electric car charging station, and praised multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

Room options

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Basic Double Room, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
20 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (2 Adults and 1 Child)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room (2 Adults and 2 Children)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Mountain View (3 adults)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
20 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room (4 adults)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
20 bathrooms
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Ambleside, Brathay Lodge is in a rural area and in a national park. Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water and Bowness Pier are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Ambleside Pier and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
Map
Rothay Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0EE

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Dove Cottage - 7 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Lion - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Esquires Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Brathay Lodge

Upscale bed & breakfast near Lake Windermere
Located close to Ambleside Pier and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre, Brathay Lodge provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Brathay Lodge offer amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 20 bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (GBP 12 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1890
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 20 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 18 January 2026 to 25 January 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between 14 December and 26 December.
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:
  • Front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.00 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 12.00 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Brathay Lodge Ambleside
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Frequently asked questions

Is Brathay Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Brathay Lodge?

As of 20 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brathay Lodge on 20 Nov 2025 start from AU$207.72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Brathay Lodge?

Self-parking is available for GBP 12.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Brathay Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brathay Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Brathay Lodge located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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