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The Britannia Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Ambleside with a restaurant and a bar

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Double Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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The Britannia Inn sits in picturesque surroundings with a peaceful garden that invites relaxation. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while the restaurant serves authentic local flavors. After exploring, the bar provides the perfect spot for a refreshing drink.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Netflix
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Bathrobes
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Netflix
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Netflix
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Elterwater, Ambleside, England, LA22 9HP

What's nearby

  • Grasmere Garden Village - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Dove Cottage - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Rydal Mount - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 14 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Badger Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Britannia Inn

Inn near Lake Windermere
Consider a stay at The Britannia Inn and take advantage of a garden, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at The Britannia Inn include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Brit

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Britannia Ambleside
The Britannia Inn Inn
Britannia Inn Ambleside
The Britannia Inn Ambleside
The Britannia Inn Inn Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

Is The Britannia Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Britannia Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Britannia Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Britannia Inn located?

Situated in Ambleside, this inn is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Allan Bank and within 3 mi (5 km) of Skelwith Force and Faeryland. Rydal Water and Helm Crag are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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