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Red Lion Inn

4.0 star property

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Restaurant
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Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Main St, Ambleside, England, LA22 0NS
  • Place, Church of St Mary
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Beatrix Potter Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Grizedale Forest
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

Red Lion Inn places you next to Beatrix Potter Gallery and Church of St Mary. This 8-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Church of St Mary - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Beatrix Potter Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Grizedale Forest - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hawkshead Grammar School - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 21 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • Green Road Station - 24 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Drunken Duck Inn & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Crown Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Herdwicks Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Red Lion Inn

At Red Lion Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Electric kettles are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Red Lion Inn Hotel
Red Lion Inn Ambleside
Red Lion Inn Hotel Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of Red Lion Inn?

This hotel is located in Ambleside, just steps from Beatrix Potter Gallery and Hawkshead Grammar School, and within a short walk of Grizedale Forest. You'll also find Lake Windermere and Coniston Water within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Lion Inn?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Inn on Jul 6, 2026 start from $139, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Red Lion Inn?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Red Lion Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Red Lion Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Red Lion Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Red Lion Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Red Lion Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Red Lion Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Red Lion Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Red Lion Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Red Lion Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Red Lion Inn?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Red Lion Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Red Lion Inn that offer a balcony.

Red Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely country pub feel. Nice room good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Very homely and cosy with amazing fire place and great food. Bed was very comfy as well. Free parking which is a bonus. And the most importantly - the staff was amazing!!! Thank you for making our stay great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm and friendly welcome when we arrived. Rooms were cosy and spotless and the beds really comfortable. Great Sunday roast for dinner. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless really clean with a tv nice clean bedding. With a sink toilet and shiwer that was really clean. And a great pub with great people who run the place. 100% recommend the place. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Very friendly staff and the food was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

frank

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

a good stay

great warm room breakfast very good a good 2 night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab little place. Meal, service and breakfast was amazing for what we paid
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent,Food very good room clean facility very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bar staff were friendly and talkative. Housemaid was terrific she also served us a delicious breakfast… she worth her weight in gold. We would definitely recommend and go back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A really nice, friendly pub in the village of Hawkshead. The room was good with an excellent bed and the food was amazing. We’d definitely be up for returning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good the staff were excellent. Appart from the TV which decided to loose connection about 9pm, we enjoyed our stay 😄
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Akiyoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional old lakeland inn, rooms not luxurious, but in keeping with the age of place and lots of character. Good choice at breakfast, very tasty, and goo service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Really nice homely pub. The owners were very welcoming. Rooms were clean and comfy. Food was tasty. Would definitely return here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

emma

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

We would definitely stay again

Lovely place and very friendly staff. Great food and choice of drinks. The area of Hawkshead was gorgeous. The room was very cozy, we stayed in room 7. The only downside was the creaky floor boards in the room that got a little annoying in the end and the lack of hanging space. We would definitely stay at the Red Lion Inn again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Finn

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was average for the price paid but overall looked tired. Very old pub and traditional rooms but that’s no reason to ignore mould and damage to the bathroom and paint flaking off the walls. Light fitting was hanging off by exposed wires. In the evenings the pub downstairs is busy with a lot of noise heard upstairs until about midnight.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hamlet of Hawkshead is a national treasure. Tucked away from busier villages like Ambleside. The Red Lion made for a relaxed , comfortable evening with very friendly staff and locals.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

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

Christmas travel

Very enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great village pub in an ideal spot. Lovely village. Room was nice. Breakfast really good. Evening meals very good too. Will return here when next in the Lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Love the e Red Lion

Our first stay at the Red Lion. Rooms really clean and comfortable. Food to the usual high standards from Alex and the team. Looking forward to going back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandra

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

Short but sweet

This was a last minute trip and honestly it was just a lovely one. We weren’t there long but the bed was comfy, the room was clean and the staff were friendly. Can’t complain.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great

Lovely old pub in cute village. Good food. Very creaky floors!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Staff & service
Difficulty finding parking, no room at 2/3 restaurants, no heat in the room, tv didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025