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Riverside Hotel: Traveller Reviews

Riverside Hotel
Average price*: £90 (year-round)
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 5.0 based on 53 reviews 53 reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 49 B&Bs in Ambleside
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  • Rooms: 4
Description: Built in 1866, Riverside provides award-winning B&B in a beautiful rural riverside location, within 10 minutes walk of the centre of Ambleside... This description is based on information provided by the B&B / inn.
Address:
Under Loughrigg
Ambleside LA22 9LJ
England

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“Fantastic”

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5 of 5 stars
South Yorkshire
15 Aug 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

We have just returned from a fantastic 2 day break in what can be described as the best B&B we have ever stayed. Brenda and David are brilliant hosts without imposing. Room 4 and ensuite which we stayed in was clean and fresh and we were provided with bottled water, tea, coffee and biscuits. The breakfast was the best, I am a vegetarian and I still enjoyed a full english, with beautiful homemade bread. Would not hesitate to return and highly reccommend to all.
Ambleside as some lovely eating places we tried Zefferellis 2 course meal with cinema ticket for £16.95 each, the meal was beautiful, the place had a wonderful atmosphere. We also tried Sheilas Cottage which was not the best. Other good places to try are Glass House, Lucys on a Plate and Lucy 4.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Clean and Fresh
    • Disliked — Nothing it was perfect
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Scoobydoo007's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 15 August 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Great pool scene, Families with Small Children
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Great food / Wine
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“Fantastic stay at Riverside”

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5 of 5 stars
Nottingham
15 Aug 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Highly recommend a stay at Riverside. Brenda and Dave were excellent hosts, and recommended walks and restaurants in Ambleside.

Location: A few minutes walk through the park, was secluded and quiet. Beautiful gardens. Loved the fact it wasn't on a road full of B&B's!
Rooms: comfortable and spotlessly clean - lovely view of the hillside:
Breakfast: Delicious - beautifully presented and the homemade breads were a great touch.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Brenda and Dave (and homemade bread!)
    • Disliked — That we had to come home!
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Cheekylou's Summary
Date of Stay: August 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Personal event (wedding, ...)
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 15 August 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, Families with Teenagers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Great accommodation”

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5 of 5 stars
Manchester, England
12 Aug 2007
3/3 found this review helpful

We were made to feel very welcome by Brenda and David. Top quality service, and great food (especially the home made bread). It is only a short walk from Ambleside, and Brenda and David were very helpful in sharing their knowledge of the area, and suggesting places to visit and eat. We consider this the best B&B that we have stayed in and was better than most hotels we have stayed in. Well deserving of the excellent comments on this site and the awards. We are looking forward to going back.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — service and made to feel welcome
    • Disliked — nothing
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
WineExpert's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 04 September 2005
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Fantastic B&B”

Riverside Hotel

7 Aug 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Lovely B&B in beautiful gardens and surroundings. Very friendly and helpful proprietors, but not imposing in any way. Very short walk into Ambleside. Fantastic breakfasts, including homemade bread. Definately recommended.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — amazing breakfast
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explorerUk's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 25-34
Member since: 20 January 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure
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“Amazing again!”

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5 of 5 stars
MIDDLESBROUGH
1 Aug 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

This was our 4th visit to the Riverside. Brenda and Dave were as welcoming and charming as ever. The house is really lovely and the standards are always so high.We find it so comfortable and relaxing. Brenda and Dave's own personal touches shine through. The lounge is very inviting with candles, soft music, books and great sofas. The bedroom was spotless and had lovely views over the garden.After a day's walking, it was a treat to sit and relax with a drink in the peaceful gardens.
They have set a standard we have found hard to match anywhere else and we look forward to returning soon.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — tHE WELCOMNG ATMOSPHERE
    • Disliked — NONE
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
jULIIET's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 01 August 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, Great pool scene
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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Under Loughrigg, Ambleside LA22 9LJ, England