Nestled in the mountains, Hillsdale in Ambleside offers a warm welcome with full breakfast and a cozy terrace. Connect to WiFi, unwind with peace of mind thanks to the front-desk safe, and enjoy self parking. Previous guests have appreciated these thoughtful touches.
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Windermere Station - 9 min drive
Staveley Station - 19 min drive
Burneside Station - 22 min drive
Restaurants
Royal Oak - 2 min walk
Rothay Manor Hotel - 8 min walk
Ambleside Tap Yard - 4 min walk
The Lily Bar in Ambleside - 2 min walk
The Cornish Bakery - 4 min walk
About this property
Hillsdale in Ambleside
Hillsdale in Ambleside puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and full breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, World of Beatrix Potter and Ullswater are within a short drive.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) are not allowed
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hillsdale in Ambleside Ambleside
Hillsdale in Ambleside Bed & breakfast
Hillsdale in Ambleside Bed & breakfast Ambleside
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Hillsdale in Ambleside?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hillsdale in Ambleside?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hillsdale in Ambleside?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What's the area around Hillsdale in Ambleside like?
Hillsdale in Ambleside is a short 16-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 16 minutes' walk from Ambleside Pier.
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Hillsdale in Ambleside Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 December 2023
Lovely stay in attractive b&b - hosts v helpful and friendly- breakfast excellent
Annette
Annette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
1 night stay with family
Lovely coay B&B. Decor is modern but in theme with the lake district. Lots of little home comforts included. The owners are very friendly and cant do enough for you. Breakfast was very good and all cooked to order with a hige range to choose from. Rooms are lovely and its in a great location. free parking too which is a big plus point.
chris
chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2024
Perfect stay
Hillsdale B+B is a beautiful, well located property in the heart of Ambleside. Caz and Steve are perfect hosts. The breakfast was amazing and catered for guests with specific dietary requirements We will return again!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
Excellent
Easy check-in. Excellent location. Informative owners who are very friendly and accommodating, especially with allergies. Definitely will return for our 3rd visit!
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2022
Yes my stay at the B&B was great had a lovely 4 days there food was lovely and the service would stay there again if we’re in Ambleside nice place to stay
Margaret
Margaret, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2024
Excellent standards through out and they care about their guests, personal and attentive, breakfast was scrummy, and they were a very helpful couple, will defo be going back to stay there..thank you
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2023
Wonderful Stay!
A wonderful two night stay at Hillsdale, Steve & Caz could not have been more helpful and welcoming, the breakfast is delicious and the rooms are immaculately clean and tidy and the bed is super comfortable after a long day of walks, we can’t wait to return when we next go to Ambleside, Thankyou!!
Harriet
Harriet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 March 2024
We will be back
The second time we have stayed at Hillsdale and we will definitely be back. Lovely house with lovely hosts
julie
julie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2022
We had a very relaxing stay. Our room was bright, comfortable and had everything we needed for a short stay. Breakfast was lovey and hot and well presented.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2023
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful stay at Hillside and would highly recommend to friends and family. Our room was absolutely beautiful. Owners couldn't do enough for us, even given us recommendations on places to eat. We'll hopefully be back soon, thank you once again
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2023
Hillsdale
We enjoyed our stay at Hillsdale very much. The B&B was clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated and furnished. Steve and Kaz were very pleasant and friendly and looked after us very well. There was a good choice for breakfast. It was convenient having free parking nearby and it was well located for all the restaurants and shops in Ambleside.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 April 2024
Exceptional! Steve and Caz very welcoming
Our stay exceeded our expectations. Steve and Caz made you feel like you were staying with close friends. The attention to detail is everywhere in thier property. Our room was immaculate. The bed was so comfy we had the best sleep in a long time. Breakfast was perfect and a good choice. We truly couldn't have asked for any more. We highly recommend staying at Hillsdale. You even have a secure car parking bay only a very short walk away. We got a parking disc and was able to park outside for an hour whilst we unloaded on arrival and loaded up again on leaving. We left the car in the car park and used the buses to go everywhere. We can't wait to return. Thank you for making our two day stay so memorable.
Kind regards,
Glynis and Graham
Glynis
Glynis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2023
Super, central, very pretty area, short break!
We stayed in room 8. Very well equipped. Loved night light in bathroom, vanity mirror and hairdryer. Wine glasses and bottle open great. Extension plugs useful. Loved the decor, very comfortable. Very well thought out. It was a short break for our wedding anniversary. Caz and Steve lovely hosts, very informative. The only thing I personally would have liked, would have been fresh towels, maybe toilet cleaned, tea making facilities topped up and bins emptied. Towels and tea facilities had to be requested in the morning if required. I suppose it’s not a hotel so bedroom service not applied. Breakfast was lovely. Well cooked and lots of choice, although short window for dining compared to other places. We would definitely love to come back again, very home from home. Great location, we loved it! 10 out of 10. 😁
Steven
Steven, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Anja
Anja, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2024
Liam
Liam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
Olivia
Olivia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2024
Cas and Steve were fantastic hosts. Breakfast was excellent. Very nice B&B.
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 March 2024
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 August 2023
RICHARD
RICHARD, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2023
KA MAN AXITY
KA MAN AXITY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 February 2023
Albino
Albino, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2022
It was right in the middle of Ambleside and free parking was included. The room was small, but had everything that we needed and we were only using the room for sleeping as we were touring the area. The owners were very helpful and their recommendation to eat at Lucy's on Church Street was an excellent one. Breakfast was excellent with everything cooked to order. This is a really nice B & B and we highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Bruce
Bruce, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 June 2022
Relaxing short stay in Ambleside.
The hosts were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Hotel has a relaxing vibe with a calming decor recently furnished (sheep theme). Well organised and the hosts’ experience in the trade was evident throughout.
Breakfast ordered the night before and was outstanding. Fantastic brekky! Lots of choice. Hot food exceptional.
Secure free parking off site was a short walk away and was a plus.
Highly recommend this B&B.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 June 2022
Nice quiet hotel owners very welcoming and friendly throughout stay. Good choices for breakfast. Room ok for two people .tv tea coffee in room
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 May 2022
Fantastic B&B, very warm welcome on arrival, clean & tidy - perfect for a trip in the lakes.