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Wanslea Guest House

4.0 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in Ambleside with free breakfast

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi
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Premier Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi
Premier Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi
Wanslea Guest House combines comfort with convenience in an upscale setting. Guests enjoy a delicious breakfast and free WiFi in public areas. The smoke-free property offers practical touches like luggage storage and self-parking for a truly relaxing stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Arabian Room ) | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Arabian Room )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Africa Room ) | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Africa Room )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Lake Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0DN

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Rydal Mount - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Wray Castle - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 8 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Lion - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Wanslea Guest House

Upscale guesthouse near Lake Windermere
Wanslea Guest House provides free breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast
Room features
All guestrooms at Wanslea Guest House have amenities such as WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wanslea Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wanslea Guest House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wanslea Guest House?

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wanslea Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wanslea Guest House located?

Situated in Ambleside, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. Borrans Park and Ambleside Pier are also within 10 minutes.

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Wanslea Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 429 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 429 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 429 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 429 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 429 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, great breakfast and very friendly owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, nice and clean property, parking pass was a great bonus. Had a great couple nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Advised us on a great walk. Breakfast was excellent and sets you up for the day. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irena

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the area the food option the bed is very comfortable access to the transport as well. Everything is around unique and perfect for me. I have a lovely stay with my daughter and I’m gonna recommend it for everybody.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very friendly welcome. Easy check-in. Dining options explained including excellent choices. Very clean and tidy room and ensuite. All the expected facilities. Comfortable bed and no noise from other guests. Breakfast was very good. Good portions served quickly and attentively. Would highly recommend. When I'm in the area again this will be my first choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Amenities
Fresh and friendly accommodation conveniently located within walking distance of Ambleside, in the heart of the Lake District. Our hosts were ever so friendly and attentive, and the breakfasts were excellent. Our room was clean, comfy and cozy too. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well kept B&B run by a lovely, friendly couple. Only a short walk from Ambleside and very close to a bus stop with frequent buses all through the central Lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well located

Quick check in, very good breakfast, comfortable and clean room. The owners are very friendly and provide great suggestions for walking trails or places to see / eat. Walking distance to several restaurants and beautiful trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beat the Drum

Delightful stay with excellent hosts & comfy facilities in the Africa Room (even the leopard print hair-dryer). Breakfast was good & flexible options available depending on dietary needs. Good advice on places to visit by the hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy Guests!

Great hosts, spotlessly clean, well kept. Happy guests
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hosts, super clean and characterful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very clean Very friendly great hotel.

From start to finish it was a great stay. Really clean! Very friendly! Lovely breakfasts! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable place to stay in a really convenient location. It is a short walk to Windermere one way and Ambleside town centre the other. Breakfast was excellent (the bacon is amazing) in a spacious, informal dining room and trust me, you must try the rhubarb and ginger jam. Parking is catered for and not a problem. Owners Tina and Steve are such nice people - friendly and as helpful as could be and very knowledgable about the area. It will be the first place I check for availability when I'm next in Ambleside. A great stay - thank you Tina and Steve. PS - I made it up Wansfell Pike no problem :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay and very conveniently located. Hosts were very pleasant. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chi Wai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hosts, convenience location, free parking permit provided in surrounding areas, spacious and comfort room.

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Wanslea and we had a lovely experience for comfort, food and its connectedness to the Lake District. We highly commend this guest house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ambleside b&b

Great guest house near Ambleside - it’s a warm and easygoing place with lovely rooms, and does a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
lovely properrty about 10 minutes from the town centre, big room, an excellent breakfast and knowledgeable host
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location for the town, fabulous welcome, very informative. Lovely clean and spacious bedroom and fantastic breakfast. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent four star guest house.

We had a lovely stay at Wanslea,very nice hosts,lovely clean and spacious rooms,excellent location with free parking nearby,very good breakfast,first class all round, looking forward to returning one day
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Stay

Amazing hosts and perfect location to walk into Ambleside. The breakfast was amazing. Will definitely return again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay at Wanslea Guest House. The room was perfect and the breakfast was sublime. Will defo be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host fantastic african room very spacious and spotlessly clean. Lovely breakfast.would recommend Would stay again. 5 stars ⭐
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Lovely hosts. We were especially impressed with the finely chopped fruit salad!! Beautiful room and perfect location for exploring Ambleside and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great guest house.

Lovely spacious room and very clean. Breakfast was speedy and excellent.Would live to stay again.thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022