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Melrose Guest House

3.5 star property

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a nightstand with drawers, a bedside table, a mirror, and a television on the wall.
Interior entrance
Front of property
Free daily full breakfast
Mountain view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Church Street, Ambleside, England, LA22 0BT
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstands, a dresser, a wicker chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room (King) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room (King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, a desk with drawers, a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a framed picture above the desk.

Superior Double or Twin Room ( lower ground floor )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a plaid blanket, a wooden headboard, and two pillows.

Double Room (Small)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Room (Super King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a nightstand with drawers, a bedside table, a mirror, and a television on the wall.

Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

Located in Ambleside Town Centre, Melrose Guest House is adjacent to White Platts Recreation Ground and within a 5-minute walk of Rothay Park. This 3.5-star guesthouse has 8 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Rothay Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Armitt Museum and Library - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Temperance Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Melrose Guest House

Melrose Guest House features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Free parking is included with your stay. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage.
Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 1880
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Melrose Guest House
Melrose Guest House Ambleside
Melrose Guest House B&B Ambleside
Melrose Ambleside
Melrose Guest House Guesthouse Ambleside
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Melrose Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in Ambleside Town Centre, just steps from White Platts Recreation Ground, and within a 10-minute walk of Rothay Park and Ambleside Climbing Wall. You'll also find Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Melrose Guest House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Melrose Guest House have a casino?

No, Melrose Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Melrose Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Melrose Guest House good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a smart TV as well as a free daily breakfast and a garden.

Does Melrose Guest House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Melrose Guest House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Melrose Guest House offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Melrose Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Melrose Guest House.

Does Melrose Guest House have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Melrose Guest House?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Melrose Guest House.

Melrose Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tracy and Kevin are lovely hosts and really work hard to make your stay very pleasurable. Great location too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms, excellent breakfast Great position in Ambleside.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay and delicious breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay. Hosts are very welcoming. Great rooms and facilities and easy parking. Breakfast 5 star, would definitely recommend and stay again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was the best we have had in the Lake District. Very welcoming hosts. Lovely room with all needed for stay. Spotlessly clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Amazing stay. So homely yet private. Tracey and Kevin were such geeat
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda Sykes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and the hosts very friendly and helpful. Parking is not at the property but at a car park down the road in a safe private enclosure. The breakfast was freshly cooked and very tasty. The guest house is in the centre of Ambleside and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was spot on from start to finish, very comfortable room and super, super breakfast and excellent ambience combined with super staff. Hopefully we'll be back sooner than later., highly recommend Many thanks Nev & Sue
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay, and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, warm, and the beds were very comfortable. Breakfast menu was excellent and the food very good. Tracey and Kevin are great hosts. All in all a very good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Ambleside to visit the Lake District. Comfortable, quiet and fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room exceptionally clean , Tracy very welcoming and given good information as too breakfast which again was beautifully cooked very attentive , checking in and checkout was a breeze plus having lock up parking off the street was a bonus , great location only think when busy yiu need to book restaurants in advance definitely recommend this guesthouse
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location great place great staff 10/10 thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a brilliant stay at Melrose B&B. Our room was immaculate and had everything we needed. Staff were very helpful and parking was provided. There was plenty of choice for breakfast and the food was excellent. We would highly recommend and we will definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at The Melrose and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, perfectly clean, excellent furniture, great breakfast, plenty of parking and excellent owners. Been twice now and will return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great b&b in a very central location within Ambleside. The room was immaculate with a modern En-suite. My wife and I had a great time and Kevin and Tracey were the perfect hosts. Will be coming again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely place to stay in the Lake District.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, excellent breakfast, friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a beautiful B&B. Kevin and Tracey are wonderful hosts. Our room was very modern with an exceptional ensuite. Many great choices for breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and great breakfast very clean and kevin and tracey were really welcoming,, we will come again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WIlliam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic stay. Our hosts were friendly and welcoming, the room was clean, the bed comfy and the breakfast fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

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

A lovely stay in Ambleside - highly recommend!

The owners Tracey & Kevin were so lovely and welcoming to me and my partner! The bnb was clean, cosy and really nice to stay in. We loved our stay and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Neaut
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay. Room was very well equipped and hosts very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023