The Gables Guest House
Church Walk, Ambleside LA22 9DJ England
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#14 of 63 B&Bs in Ambleside
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The Gables Guest House is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Ambleside, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Close to some of Ambleside's most popular landmarks, such as Galava Roman Fort Ambleside (0.6 mi) and Jenkin Crag (1.0 mi), The Gables Guest House is a great destination for tourists.
You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, and you can stay connected during your stay as The Gables Guest House offers guests free wifi.
The bed and breakfast features baggage storage. Plus, The Gables Guest House offers free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, parking is available.
While you’re here, be sure to check out Ambleside Fish and Chips, one of the seafood restaurants that can be found in Ambleside, which is a short distance from The Gables Guest House.
Should time allow, Hayes Garden World Ambleside and Bridge House are some popular attractions that are within walking distance.
Enjoy your stay in Ambleside!
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Free private parking nearby
Paid public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
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Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Street parking
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Complimentary tea
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Fabulous place to stay. Lovely, warm and comfortable rooms. Delicious breakfast options served by friendly and efficient staff. The setting and location are perfect. From the doorstep you can head for the hills for the day or stroll to the many excellent shops. There are so many places to choose for food and drinks too. We made good use of the excellent drying room after being caught out in a heavy downpour!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The Gables delivered everything needed for a relaxing and enjoyable stay Location is perfect for access to Ambleside village and bus stop to access all the Lakes. Easy parking for car Excellent breakfast and lovely staff Would definitely recommend
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The Gables has become our regular Ambleside B&B when my friend and I go for a walking weekend in the south Lakes. The accommodation is warm and comfortable with a hot and powerful shower in the ensuite, and plenty of space in the drying room. Breakfast is a choice of cereals, yoghurt, toast or cooked breakfast - nothing fancy but it sets you up for a day on the fells. We've stayed a number of times over several years now and never had a bad experience.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Guest parking is available although spaces are limited, but there's on-road parking available...
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Lovely Room very clean and comfortable. Full English breakfast lovely along with choice of cereals fruit yoghurts. Host very helpful advising on restaurants etc. Parking also available which is always a plus in Ambleside
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Felt very welcomed here, nice position near the centre but not in a noisy position. Excellent breakfast in well appointed breakfast room. Single room was cosy as to be expected but very comfy and I was able to regulate the temperature well, not easy in many places. Will certainly be on my list when I next return to Ambleside.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Very friendly and welcoming. Especially Sydney the dog. Warm rooms.nice en suite. Lovely breakfast. Lovely views and a central location all add up to a nice lakes experience. We have visited many Times and never disappointed.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Fab u lous as always! Friendly, comfortable nothing too much trouble ❤️ great location to explore the lakes, great walks without using your car ! Restaurants and cinema close by something for everyone!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I had a room on the top floor. There are several WiFi routers in the building, unfortunately, mine wasn't working. I could have gone to the ground floor to use it there but after walking a lot and having a bad knee I didn't want to do the stairs again. They tried to fix my WiFi but it wasn't possible. The room was comfortable, the bed was very soft (too much for me, but others will love it), enough pillows and enough sockets in the wall to charge the phone and camera battery. The bathroom is on two levels with a tiny step up to the bath. Normally no problem at all, but with my stupid knee, I had problems with the tiny step (tiny in size, not in height). Tea/coffee and a couple of biscuits were there with the kettle which was lovely after a day's walking. There was room enough to put things away in a wardrobe and chest of drawers. The breakfast was good and enough to keep you going all day. There's a small carpark for several cars. It's just off the road, so very quiet, the churchbells don't ring at night. …
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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My husband and I had a very delightful stay at the Gables Guesthouse. The room was spacious, the English breakfast delicious and the staff made sure we had everything we needed. We enjoyed walking around the village, visiting the shops and nearby park . All of this was very easy because of its location.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed here on our honeymoon 50 years ago and returned when our sons bought us a voucher for our Golden Wedding Anniversary. The Gables had obviously changed a lot but we had a lovely time. The breakfasts were plentiful and delicious and all the staff were friendly and obliging. Our room was spotless and very comfortable. We hope to go back before too long.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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PRICE RANGE
US$112 - US$140 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCumbriaLake DistrictAmbleside
NUMBER OF ROOMS
14
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gables Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to The Gables Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Ambleside Cowhides & Sheepskins (0.1 miles), Ambleside Climbing Wall (0.1 miles), and Golden Rule (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Gables Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and baggage storage.
What food & drink options are available at The Gables Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at The Gables Guest House?
Yes, free private parking nearby, free public parking nearby, and paid public parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Gables Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Old Stamp House Restaurant, Tacos Del Sol Ltd, and Fresher's Cafe.
Is The Gables Guest House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the centre of Ambleside.
Are there any historical sites close to The Gables Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Townend (2.4 miles), Rydal Mount & Gardens (1.7 miles), and Bridge House (0.1 miles).