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Red Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel in Ambleside with a restaurant and a bar

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Dining
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Main St, Ambleside, England, LA22 0NS
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Family Room

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

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

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

What's nearby

  • Grizedale Forest - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 14 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 14 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Red Lion Inn

Hotel in Ambleside with a restaurant and a bar
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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The price is $105
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
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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

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
  • 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.

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 Grizedale Forest and Beatrix Potter Gallery, and within a short walk of Hawkshead Grammar School. You'll also find Lake Windermere and Coniston Water within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Red Lion Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

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.

Is Red Lion Inn good for couples?

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

Does Red Lion Inn have a hot tub?

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.

Are there rooms with balconies at Red Lion Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Red Lion Inn.

Red Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire, Las Vegas

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

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

emma

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Celinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The inn's rooms are quirky and characterful, fitting the age of the building: wonky floors and walls, nothing square. Facilities were a bit variable: the heating wasn't working but the staff were able to provide an electric heater to overcome that. The shower was either hot or cold, nothing in the middle. Hot was ok, with plenty of flow, so it worked. The food in the restaurant was excellent, good menu, really tasty. Location is great. There is only a small car park on site, but we got lucky.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Value for money. The staff at the property were friendly. Easy to check in. It had a very close community feel to the pub and the whole village. The village is picturesque and quiet. The pub has an Italian menu on the evening and the breakfast was good. Very close to other pubs and restaurants and next to the coop convenience store. Great stay. The room was basic and had a sink in the bedroom and was a bit wonky due to it being an old building but had everything you needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Ripon

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

karl

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A stunning and charming 15th century stay

Came to stay to visit the area for work. The hotel was my base. The staff were so attentive as soon as I walked through the door of the historic coaching pub. It’s was busy and bustling and I was concerned that it would be noisy in my room but as I was shown to my room tucked away along the winding corridor I was happily wrong. The rooms are the other end to the pub so didn’t hear a thing! The breakfasts are simple but thoughtful and they are happy to cater to everyone’s tastes. The room was clean, quiet and snuggly. I would highly recommend a stay here and would love to go back. The little village of hawkshead is like stepping back in time. It’s beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

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