Wordsworths Guest House

Bed and breakfast, 4-starLake Road, Ambleside, Ambleside, United KingdomShow on map

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Exceptional

One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.

Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.6 out of 10, at Lake Road, Ambleside.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Elegant Rooms with Stunning Views Wordsworths Guest House offers a charming stay in Ambleside's heart, boasting fresh and elegant rooms with picturesque fell views. Enjoy the convenience of free parking and a short 10-minute walk to Lake Windermere.

Luxurious Amenities Indulge in the comfort of en suite bathrooms with underfloor heating or heated towel rails, along with modern conveniences like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Relax with a radio alarm clock in every room.

Delicious Breakfast Options Start your day with a hearty full English breakfast made from locally sourced ingredients, including free-range eggs and premium bacon and sausages. Vegetarian and continental choices are also on offer, ensuring a satisfying meal for every guest.

Experience the beauty of Ambleside and beyond, with scenic walking and cycling routes nearby, Beatrix Potter's home just a short drive away, and delightful boat trips on Lake Windermere within walking distance.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Garden
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking

Rooms

9.8

Exceptional

Rated 9.8 out of 10 by 313 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.8
Service10.0
Location9.6
Rooms10.0
Amenities9.6
Value9.6
Food & drink10.0

Guests mention

Friendly hostsExcellent breakfastGreat room qualityImmaculate cleanliness

LesUnited Kingdom
August 2026Solo traveller
Excellent welcome excellent room and all amenities couldn't ask for more
Nothing
ScottUnited States
August 2026Solo traveller
The owners were very good at helping us find good places to bike and hike and the breakfasts were amazing including homemade cakes.
Nothing
Enrique BarrachinaSpain
August 2026Solo traveller
Lovely home and stay in Wordworth Guess House. C
Todo estaba súper limpio, super cómodo, super tranquilo, todos los detalles de la casa y de la habitación cuidados al máximo.
Especial mención a la cama, almohadas y jabones para aseo personal, insuperables.
Imposible…
AmandaUnited Kingdom
August 2026Couple
Highly recommend for location/comfort/friendliness and value for money
Everything! From the moment you arrive you feel so welcome but at the same time you have your privacy and space. Cannot speak highly enough best B&B ever stayed in
There is nothing to dislike
JacobUnited Kingdom
August 2026Couple
Great location, lovely decor, comfy bed, fantastic amenities
LauraUnited Kingdom
August 2026Group
Great guesthouse experience
We just returned from a lovely weekend stay at Wordsworth’s Guesthouse and cannot recommend it enough. Janet is a truly fantastic host so warm, welcoming, and attentive to every detail. The breakfasts each morning were…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

Lake Road, Ambleside, Ambleside, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 9.6 out of 10 — exceptional.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 4:00 PM until 07:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

No children

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Please note the guest house does not accept american express cards for payment.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Wordsworths Guest House

What time is check-in and check-out at Wordsworths Guest House?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Wordsworths Guest House allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Wordsworths Guest House?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Wordsworths Guest House have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

How do I book Wordsworths Guest House?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Wordsworths Guest House?

Lake Road, Ambleside, Ambleside.

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