Barnes Fell - With a 4-star Gold Award from Visit Britain, this charming B&B offers 3 beautiful en suite bedrooms in a peaceful setting, with views over the Lakeland Fells. The luxurious Barnes Fell is in an elevated position above the main village of Ambleside, yet just a couple of minutes' walk from its centre. Here you can find a variety of shops, restaurants, pubs and galleries, as well as a multi-screen cinema and other attractions. Barnes Fell is perfect for those looking for a relaxing rural retreat, or a base from which to enjoy walks in the Fells. Some room types at Barnes Fell require a 2-night minimum stay. All reservations over Christmas, New Year, Easter and Public Holidays require a 3-night minimum stay.

Ambleside Central - In the beautiful English Lake District, in the heart of the town, Ambleside Central offers great-value, room-only guest accommodation in stylish, modern and spacious rooms Carefully preserved and sensitively refurbished, this beautiful Victorian building still retains many of its original features. The newly renovated rooms are light and airy, with a contemporary style and modern comforts, including crisp white bed linen, comfortable beds, fresh towels, hairdryers and TVs. Irons are available on request. All rooms have either an en suite shower or a private bathroom. The accommodation is family-friendly and several rooms can be used as double, twin room or family rooms, sleeping up to four people. Hot drinks, including filter coffees, teas and hot chocolate are available 24 hours and there is an on-site Italian restaurant. Ambleside Central is just around the corner from the town's main bus stop and limited secure parking is available at an additional cost.

Smallwood House - Located in the centre of Ambleside and offering private parking, this high-quality guest house accommodation is situated in a great location for exploring the many wonders of the Lake District. Smallwood House is a family-run establishment where your comfort and enjoyment are of the owners' main concern. During your stay you can walk, relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of this prime Lake District location, close to the banks of Lake Windermere. Each morning you can tuck into a freshly cooked breakfast, including yoghurt, fruit and cereals, which can be served in your room if you prefer. As a guest of the hotel you can enjoy complimentary use of the Low Wood Leisure Club, with facilities including a sauna, jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool. This environmentally friendly home is also close to many activities including a cinema, tennis courts, putting green and horse riding.

Lakes Lodge - In Ambleside, in the heart of the Lake District, this family-run guest house offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and almost 50 restaurants and cafes within a 5-minute walk. Unlike many smaller guest houses, Lakes Lodge is licensed and offers wine and beer room service throughout the day. Ice and ice buckets are provided for you to help yourself to. All rooms are furnished to a very high standard with contemporary comforts and facilities including DVD players. A range of DVDs are available from reception for a small charge. The coffee machine is on throughout the day, allowing you to help yourself. A new and exciting concept in Lake District accommodation, Lakes Lodge is just 200 metres from the shops, cafes and restaurants in the heart of Ambleside. Lake Windermere is just 0.5 miles (0.8 km) away and all of the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District is within easy reach. Free parking is available for guests.

Lake House - This family-run country house has spectacular views across Waterhead Bay, Windermere, Loughrigg Fell and the Langdale Peaks, and offers stylish, modern and luxurious accommodation. Lake House combines the best of all possible worlds: the warm welcome, friendly service and relaxed atmosphere of a guest house with the stylish rooms and modern facilities of a luxury hotel. Set in large, beautiful gardens, only a minute from the shores of the lake and the pier and jetties at Waterhead, the guest house is just a short walk from the shops, cafes and restaurants of Ambleside. Free parking is available for guests. Beautiful, stylish and modern, the en suite rooms are fitted to the highest standards and have CD players, tea/coffee making facilities and large, modern TVs with DVD players. With a spectacular setting and superb accommodation at affordable prices, Lake House is great for a luxury break.

Crow How Country Guest House - In a stunning rural setting in the historic Rydal Valley amidst the fells, this grand Victorian building dates back to 1848. Crow How was built as a farm house in 1848 from the stones of ancient Rydal Hall. It was then converted into a country guest house in the early 1930s. Crow How has been carefully renovated to provide you with a well-located Ambleside bed and breakfast, ideal for exploring the the beautiful Lake District.

Rothay Garth - The Rothay Garth is a traditional Lakeland guest house with beautiful gardens and superb mountain views in the heart of Ambleside village. The guest house has easy access to Lake Windermere and Ambleside, and there are plenty of Lake District walks very close by. It has a large private car park, well-appointed rooms, a comfortable lounge, a breakfast room and a conservatory. Rothay Garth offers you understated elegance and warm, friendly service from the Dixon family.

The Old Vicarage - In quiet, peaceful wooded grounds, this family-run bed and breakfast has free parking, an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, a hot tub and a rooftop terrace with magnificent views of the fells. Close to Ambleside's town centre, The Old Vicarage has a quiet location with views over Rothay Park to the fells beyond. Full of charm and character, this spacious Victorian house has now been converted into an impressive 4-star bed and breakfast. The house offers beautifully furnished and decorated en suite rooms, all varying in size, style and views. There are newer, more modern rooms, as well as more traditional rooms. All rooms have mini-fridges, TVs, video recorders and DVD and CD players. Videos are available for guests' use, free of charge. There is a large lounge with an open fire, a piano and a small snooker table. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public rooms. A tasty full English breakfast is available each day.

Churchill Inn - Located in the centre of Ambleside, with private parking and all the amenities literally on your doorstep. Within the hotel there are two bars: the larger Popular bar and the more tranquil Monty's bar with an open fire etc. A traditional bar menu is served in the the main bar with a 10% discount for residents.

The Log House - In the heart of the English Lake District, this historic Norwegian log cabin is now a restaurant and bar with 3 comfortable en suite rooms, all with LCD flat-screen TVs, DVD players and free Wi-Fi. The stylish and contemporary restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy superb food, made with delicious, fresh seasonal produce from the region. There are 3 double rooms above the restaurant. Two still have the original log beams and the third has stunning views over the fells. Each has an en suite shower room, hairdryer, tea/coffee, and luxurious bathroom products from the White Company. In the town of Ambleside, at the head of Windermere, the Log House was originally brought to the Lake District by local artist Alfred Heaton Cooper nearly 100 years ago. Cooper used the cabin as a home and studio, but today it is a 4-star restaurant with rooms.

Brantfell House - Just a short stroll from Ambleside's village centre, this beautiful Victorian house has excellent breakfasts and 6 boutique-style rooms, many with views of the fells. Brantfell has a Visit Britain Silver Award and is personally run by the owners, Chris and Jane, who aim to offer a relaxing stay with personalised service. There is a welcoming lounge with a traditional log fire, and free access to the nearby Low Wood Leisure Club. Brantfell's surroundings are ideal for exploring the Lake District, and for country pursuits including rambling, climbing, cycling and water-sports.

Cherry Garth Guest House - Cherry Garth is a non-smoking house situated in Ambleside at the Heart of the English Lake District. We are less than five minutes walk from both the centre of Ambleside and Lake Windermere. Guests benefit from a sunny south westerly aspect with wonderful views over the surrounding Lakeland fells. We have 12 en-suite bedrooms including four-poster, deluxe and family sized rooms. The landscaped garden features level lawns, attractive sitting areas, an ornamental pond and a wide variety of mature flowering shrubs and bushes.

High Fold Guest House - Beautifully set within its own grounds in the picturesque village of Troutbeck, this charming guest house provides the ideal base from which to explore the natural beauty of the Lake District. High Fold Guest House boasts a peaceful rural location, less than 3 miles from Windermere and the Lakeshore, and approximately 4 miles from Ambleside. This makes it the perfect choice for walkers and cyclists, or for those looking to escape the stresses of everyday life. All of the 5 bedrooms are individually decorated and named after a local landmark. Most enjoy wonderfully peaceful views over the surrounding Fells. The dining room also enjoys beautiful countryside views.