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Traveller's Rest Inn

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

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Fireplace
Property entrance
Lunch and dinner served, local cuisine
Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Grasmere, Ambleside, England, LA22 9RR
  • Place, The Herdy Shop
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Dove Cottage
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Grasmere Garden Village
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 167 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

Traveller's Rest Inn is located within a mile (2 km) of Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water and The Herdy Shop. This 4-star inn has 10 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • The Herdy Shop - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Dove Cottage - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Wordsworth Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Grasmere Garden Village - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Helm Crag - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 21 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chesters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Traveller's Rest Inn

Inn in Ambleside with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of Traveller's Rest Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden and a fireplace in the lobby.
40-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 30.00 per night (for stays between 21 December - 03 January)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

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

Traveller's Rest Inn Ambleside
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Traveller's Rest Inn Inn
Traveller's Rest Inn Ambleside
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Traveller's Rest Inn?

Traveller's Rest Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Traveller's Rest Inn?

This inn is located in Ambleside, a short 15-minute walk from Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water and also 18 minutes on foot from The Herdy Shop. You'll also find Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Traveller's Rest Inn?

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

Does Traveller's Rest Inn feature a casino?

No, Traveller's Rest Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Traveller's Rest Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Traveller's Rest Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Does Traveller's Rest Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Traveller's Rest Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Traveller's Rest Inn serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Traveller's Rest Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Traveller's Rest Inn for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay.

Does Traveller's Rest Inn have connecting rooms?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Traveller's Rest Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Traveller's Rest Inn.

Traveller's Rest Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 502 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

qadir

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was an interesting old building, thefood was excellent. Brendan was very heplful and friendly, as were some of the locals.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome Superb walk up far easedale look round grasmere such a nice village followed by an excellent meal in the travellers rest
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent attention to detail from the team
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice inn Bed very squeaky Bathroom average
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position away from the bustle of the town but walkable. Excellent food!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing stay

The bedroom was small, with a tiny ensuite. The mattress was flimsy and very uncomfortable. The hotel sits on a busy main road and the traffic noise keeps you awake. We stayed two nights and when our room was cleaned the shower gel wasn't restocked so had nothing to clean ourselves with. The shower itself is awful, with no water pressure, and the shower head isn't attached properly, so water comes out the top of it. The toilet seat doesn't work properly and keeps closing on itself, so hits you in the back when you sit on it. Breakfast was disappointing - I had the Eggs Royale and the poached egg was hard and they didn't even toast the mufffin - not worth the extra £13 we paid each for breakfast. All in all it wasn't a great stay and I wouldn't stay here again or recommend it to anyone, unless you're after somewhere really basic. Definitely wasn't worth the money. We spent most of our stay at The Swan just down the road (which roughly costs the same) and if we ever return to the area we will stay there instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As it was an old property it had lots of character
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tariq

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The entrance was stinking with wine or some other foul smell which we couldn’t withstand. The beds were too small although it says double bed. Rest was good, the washrooms were clean and the towels as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a charming property. An old inn so it should be expected it is not modern but has been sensitively maintained. Staff were helpful and the manager was very hospitable. Food was exceptional. If you want a more traditional stay in a lovely location within the Lakes I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What’s not to love about this place! Quirky, amazing food and drinks, fantastic location, dog friendly and wonderful staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

katie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our evening meal was not good, but staff handled it ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kinjal

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning location , lovely lovely staff and beautiful rooms , couldn’t have asked for a better stay ! Thank you to everyone there for making our trip very memorable
Went down lovely
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our two night stay that included an amazing hike that started right out front of the Inn. Our room was lovely but a tad noisey as the Inn is right on the road. It quiets down at night. We had realfast and dinner on site and all were delicious! A cozy spot very easily reached without a car.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was brilliant for visiting in and around Grasmere, a few minutes walk away. The staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The room was cosy and had everything needed. Had evening meal and breakfast - both fantastic. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Staff are amazing at this place, I very rarely leave a tip but I did here!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025