The Gables Guest House
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The Gables Guest House
Compston Rd, Lakes, Cumbria, LA22 9DJ, United Kingdom
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Amenities
Horse riding
Hiking
Luggage storage
Tennis court
Bowling alley
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Front desk (limited hours)
English
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Property Description
When you stay at The Gables Guest House in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This guesthouse is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Coniston Water and 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from Lodore Falls.
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9.1/10
Cleanliness9.1
Amenities9.1
Location9.1
Service9.1
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Surroundings
Train: Windermere
(8.2 km)
Train: Dalegarth
(24.5 km)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
7
Standard Single Room
1 single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Electric fan
Mountain view
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17
Standard Double Room
1 double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Mountain view
Towels
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2
Double Room (Classic Double)
1 double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Shampoo
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4
Standard Twin Room-Ground Floor
2 single beds
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Shampoo
Daily housekeeping
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4
Superior Double Room
1 king bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Towels
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3
Classic Double Room (Superking 1)
1 double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Shampoo
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7
Classic Double Or Twin Room (Superking 5)
1 single bed and 1 double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Shampoo
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Guest Reviews
9.1/10
Great
47 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.1
- Amenities9.1
- Location9.1
- Service9.1
Average for similar properties in Lakes
Guest User
August 19, 2025
Many thanks to the staff for the warm welcome to a clean and tidy B&B. Excellent location for Ambleside and the surrounding areas. Breakfast was just what we wanted.
Guest User
July 25, 2025
Great location by the park & close to shops,restaurants,pubs. Lovely room clean & comfortable. Warm welcome and fabulous breakfast, thank you Gables team would recommend.
Guest User
July 18, 2025
Comfy beds, clean rooms, lovely staff, decent breakfast, great location, central & overlooking park. Didnt bother us but it is on the road if that bothers you. Would stay again.
Guest User
July 12, 2025
Great guesthouse on the edge of Ambleside town centre next to St Mary’s Church and White Platts recreation Ground. Communication from Panch was excellent pre-arrival with accurate instructions for finding them & parking onsite. Panch even carried my heaviest bag up to my room for me. I had a great view towards the south and could watch the weather arriving! Minutes away from the local bus interchange; the Library for maps & local information & close to the rest of the town centre services. A short walk to Bridge House and a gentle stroll down to Waterhead for the Lake Windermere boat trips (20 minutes); or out the other way to Rydal Water(25 minutes). Panch & his team were friendly & welcoming and my room was clean & comfortable and kept topped up with coffee & tea etc. Breakfast was lovely and a chance to chat with other guests and gave a banter with them & staff. You could keep provisions in the small fridge there and get milk for hot drinks. Maps and books were available in the lounge area as well. Truly a home away from home! I’m
Guest User
July 9, 2025
We had a beautiful ,spacious room on the first level with a great view of the church. Our room was serviced daily and we had we had plenty of room to spread out. The breakfast was very generous and delicious. We had some splendid porridge made by our Scottish staff member. The Gables was very well located , easy to get to bus station, restaurants, pier and local walks. A great stay , thank you.
Guest User
July 7, 2025
After over a year away from Lakeland due to surgery I decided to make my 1st return & after loads of browsing to locate the perfect place for that return The Gables kept popping up so I checked out other reviews & placed a booking. The greeting on arrival was most excellent & the room was proper lush & the bed was really comfy (best night's sleep I've had in any place I've stayed in Lakeland) & the view from the window was tremendous. Now I always think that what helps make a stay anywhere worthwhile is the breakfast & The Gables breakfast was superb.. and the members of The Gables team i had the pleasure of meeting were so friendly. Will I return to The Gables? Most definitely yes
Guest User
June 22, 2025
Very nice and lovely place to stay, as we had a very nice comfy room. Almost in the center of the town but on a nice quiet sidestreet. Excellent nice service, nice people. For sure recommendable.
Guest User
June 21, 2025
Absolutely wonderful visit to Ambleside and The Gables Super helpful , fabulous breakfast,comfy beds Breakfast staff cheerful and a font of local knowledge Owner was incredibly helpful when our car refused to start on the morning of departure
Guest User
May 28, 2025
Lovely rooms and view, excellent walking distance to ambleside town and great access to the fells. Great service at breakfast and rooms are serviced daily if you like. Would recommend for solo travellers and anyone else, ambleside is the best.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Horse riding
Hiking
Luggage storage
Tennis court
Bowling alley
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Parking
Front Desk Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Languages Spoken
English
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Health & Wellness
Bowling alley
Tennis court
Kayaking
Off-site
Rock climbing
Off-site
Mini golf
Horse riding
Hiking
Sailing
Off-site
Windsurfing
Off-site
Activities
Fishing
Safety & Security
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
CCTV in public areas
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 16:00–19:00
Check-out: 08:30–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]08:00–20:00
The property will provide check-in details after booking
Child policies
Children 11 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish, Vegetarian
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1888
- Number of Rooms: 14
Phone:+44-1539433272
When you stay at The Gables Guest House in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This guesthouse is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Coniston Water and 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from Lodore Falls.
This smoke-free guesthouse features boat tours nearby, rock climbing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby, sailing nearby, and water skiing nearby.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Stay in one of 14 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
This smoke-free guesthouse features boat tours nearby, rock climbing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby, sailing nearby, and water skiing nearby.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Stay in one of 14 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy for The Gables Guest House?
The cancellation policy for The Gables Guest House varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.What is the cancellation policy for The Gables Guest House?
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gables Guest House?
Standard check-in time at The Gables Guest House is 16:00-19:00 and check-out time is 10:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gables Guest House?
Does The Gables Guest House provide breakfast?
Yes, Breakfast is offered at The Gables Guest House. Breakfast option(s): Full English/Irish, Vegetarian. Does The Gables Guest House provide breakfast?
Can I bring my pet inside the The Gables Guest House?
As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in The Gables Guest House.Can I bring my pet inside the The Gables Guest House?
About This Property
| Nearest Train Station | Windermere |
|---|---|
| Distance to Train Station | 8.18KM |
| Hotel Star Rating | 4 |