The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection
Market Place, Ambleside
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Why people book this hotel
“Central to the town with free parking”
“Very central in town, within walking distance to everything”
“So you can buy a pint and drink it in your bed”
“A very comfortable room above a nice pub in the center of the quaint Ambleside”
“The staff were lovely and very obliging”
“Staff are brilliant and its above a great pub serving food and breakfast”
“The breakfast was exceptional with lots of options”
“Breakfast was good”
“The location of the hotel is excellent - and with car parking on site”
“Perfectly located in the centre of town, (with FREE parking) really friendly/wel…”
“The hotel is really good, the room was spotless”
“Location, cleanliness, friendly staff”
Overview
Set in an 18th-century coaching inn in the tranquil village of Ambleside, The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection offers easy access to the Lake District National Park and the popular destination of Grasmere, 4 miles away. Guests also benefit from free parking. Each room at The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection has free Wi-Fi and an en suite shower room. Rooms are set on the first or second floor. Traditional pub food is served daily and guests can enjoy pub favourites. The pub offers an extensive selection of ales and wines. Nestled within the Lake District, Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, is 1 hour's drive from the property. Guests can also enjoy outdoor activities such as mountain biking, fishing, and hill walking.
Traveller reviews
Gelder
couple
June 12, 2026
“Was only okay”
Was easy access to Ambleside, above a pub
Michael
couple
June 8, 2026
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Steven
couple
June 5, 2026
“Very satisfying and relaxing”
The breakfast was exceptional with lots of options. The staff were lovely and very obliging. Will definitely re-visit.
Paul
solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
Staff are brilliant and its above a great pub serving food and breakfast. So you can buy a pint and drink it in your bed. How civilised. Central to the town with free parking. Nice quiet spacious room a d fab shower.
Donald
couple
June 3, 2026
“A very comfortable short break”
Breakfast was good
Jonathan
family_with_children
May 28, 2026
“Brilliant”
That it couldn’t serve us food due to it been so busy
Michelle
couple
May 28, 2026
“Great hotel, fantastic staff who were very helpful”
Very central in town, within walking distance to everything
Pete
couple
May 25, 2026
“Perfect venue for a visit to Ambleside”
The location of the hotel is excellent - and with car parking on site. The hotel staff were great - very friendly and welcoming. The hotel is really good, the room was spotless
Jennifer
couple
May 25, 2026
“Easy access to town and overnight stay.”
Good location for an overnight stay.
Trevor
solo_traveller
May 22, 2026
“Ambleside stay”
Location was very central, ideal as a hub in the middle of the town.
Jason
extended_group
May 21, 2026
“Wonderful stay in a perfect location. The staff made our stay even better. I highly recommend.”
Location, cleanliness, friendly staff
Victoria
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
“Comfortable and fun”
A very comfortable room above a nice pub in the center of the quaint Ambleside. There was not a lot of noise coming from the downstairs and after closing time we had a very quiet and restful night. The bed was quite comfortable as well.
Neil
couple
May 16, 2026
Great location - great atmosphere
Robert
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
Been before like the location
Simon
couple
May 10, 2026
“Comfortable, relaxed location in centre of town”
Perfectly located in the centre of town, (with FREE parking) really friendly/welcoming staff. Our large room was well appointed with a very comfortable bed and, despite being above the bar/restaurant/beer garden, was surprisingly quiet.
Wayne
couple
May 8, 2026
“Slightly to expensive for a room above a pub”
Central location
Leslie
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
“Good value for money.”
Great location and free car parking. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Andy
solo_traveller
May 7, 2026
Great location and room
Joanne
solo_traveller
May 4, 2026
“Great stay”
Great family room. Lots of space for me and two teenagers. Amazing breakfast! So so good.
Alina
family_with_children
May 3, 2026
“Clean and comfortable stay in a convenient location”
Great location in the village, there are quite a few good restaurants just minutes away. The room was very clean and comfortable.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Hiking, Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Kid meals, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Daily housekeeping
Family Room
This room has a double bed and a double sofa bed, as well as free WiFi and an en suite shower room. Free Parking.
Standard Double Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a sofa, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a sofa, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.
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