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Skelwith Bridge Hotel

Ambleside LA22 9NJ, England
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Ranked #8 of 11 hotels in Ambleside
4.0 of 5 stars 88 Reviews
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Monadhliath_Magic
Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012 NEW

We have just stayed for 2 nights on the current special Winter Warmer break. We could not fault a thing. The hotel is spotlessly clean, warm and welcoming. The food was exceptional - hang on to your chef! The hotel uses local produce where possible and we enjoyed a 3 course meal each evening with coffee and mints served in... More

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TonyJulieElliott
Manchester, United Kingdom
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11 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012 NEW

This was our third stay and as usual the place didnt let us down. Perfect location for walking to places like The Drunken Duck Pub, Hawkshead and arounf Elterwater. The rooms are adequate and good for dog owners. The food wasnt as good as normal and there was no steak left on our second night. Bit of a let down... More

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barford
oxford
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14 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

First visit... A very comfortable, clean hotel with friendly and attentive staff - especially the young Polish woman serving breakfast, who was delightful. Dinner is tasty and hearty - none of your nouvelle cuisine rubbish here, which usually means tiny portions. Bedroom well-equipped and comfortable - two ten-hour nights' sleep. Cosy real fires scattered around and the residents' bar welcoming.... More

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bules
Widnes, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

This is our second visit within the last three years, we would have come more in the summer months but we have a caravan in the dales so we have to use that. I would highly recommend this hotel to any one especially dog owners, they do not discriminate against dog owners you will have deluxe rooms made availbale to... More

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warrenwendy
Rotherham, United Kingdom
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6 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012
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Just been back to Skelwith bridge Hotel again. First time since change of management. Everything good as usual, although the staff didn't seem quite as enthusiastic and the food wasn't quite as good as before, although the evening meals were still good to excellent (all excellent previously). If you want lots of space in your bedroom go for a superior... More

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JAG018
Cumbria
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23 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

This wasn't our first stay but was the first time we'd spent New Year in the hotel and as usual we weren't disappointed. A previous reviewer described it as a comfortable pair of old shoes and that is spot on, don't expect the world and you'll be fine. Our room was most acceptable although this must be the last bastion... More

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Patrick075
Cheshire
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38 reviews
19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

If you are a regular, you know precisely what you will get, just like those old shoes, neither gleaming nor fashionable, but homely and comfortable. Food never really changes,you won't die of excitement, nor will you starve It remains however excellent value, sometimes ridiculously so, in this area of hotel pretentiousness, it is by far the best value for money. More

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iamian16
Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011

Don’t come here if you have a taste for the lavish or extravagant and expect every last facility and accommodation. There is nothing much around this hotel but stunning scenery and a multitude of river forest and hill walks and only minutes by car are the honeypots of Ambleside, Coniston and Hawkshead. The corridors are like a rabbit warren and... More

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Little Miss Bossy
Newcastle Upon Tyne
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6 reviews
13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2011

Our stay at Skelwith Bridge was so peaceful and relaxing especially good to recharge your batteries just before Christmas. The location is quiet,the food is excellent,the rooms are clean and comfortable (especially the bed),the staff are friendly and helpful. What more could you want from a wonderful traditional lakeland hotel. Sitting by the fire with an iced sherry was the... More

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burtoncle
Devon England
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38 reviews
55 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 December 2011

This was our Annual Walking Holiday together with 5 friends. If you're looking for a cozy bolt hole in The Lakes where you can relax then this has got to be seriously considered. We always have a standard room with a bath and find this adequate and always spotlessly clean. With refreshments replenished daily and loads of hot water for... More

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Address: Ambleside LA22 9NJ, England

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