Absolutely love York, stayed a few times. First time at Ambleside but definitely not the last. Keith is very friendly and informed us of various things to do and see. Definitely booking for May 2010. more

We have just returned from a lovely weekend in York. Keith really is the loveliest, most chilled out host we've ever experienced. From the initial phone call I had a good feeling about the place. His cheery morning manner sets you up for the day, together with his excellent breakfast. Such a refreshing change from some of the 'faceless establishments'... more

York is a hive of activity and there are so many hotels and B&Bs to pick from ... where do you start? We found the Ambleside Hotel by chance one year when the hotel we booked into did not have confirmation of our reservation so we contacted the Tourist Information Office and found Ambleside (if they go alphabetically, I pity... more

This B&B is in a fabulous location for seeing the sights of York. Ample parking oustide with residents parking card provided by the B&B owner. The owner was incredibly friendly and helpful in answering the numerous questions we had in terms of seeing York. Great breakfast provided: cereal, cooked breakfast and toast with jam, tea or plunger/cafetiere coffee. Even provided... more

we ejoyed our second stay at the ambleside b+b keith is the host with the most he is so polite and so helpful, the rooms are comfortable and clean the breakfast is very satisfactory,thelocation is excellant just a few hundred yards away everything you need to see in York. we would recommend this place to anyone. jimmyand sylvia more

We stayed here for two nights in September for our anniversary and we had a lovely time. The owner was extremely friendly and could not help you enough with advice on where to go, eat, etc... He recommended a great Italian called Caesar's, which was a wonderful. Would stay here again no problems. Good value & clean. And only a... more

The Ambleside is a real gem. Our host was extremely friendly and went the extra mile for us several times in our three day stay. The room was nice and equipped with a ceiling fan, which was needed in the heat wave we experienced during our stay. It's just a short walk from York Minster and all the other York... more