The White Lion By Innkeeper'S Collection - Ambleside
54.431508, -2.962161
Overview
18th-century coaching inn in Ambleside with free parking and a traditional pub serving local ales and hearty food
Accommodation
The White Lion by Innkeeper's Collection offers rooms on the first or second floor, each with an en suite shower room. Rooms vary from standard doubles to spacious family rooms that can accommodate up to four guests. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, and the largest beds in the hotel have been described as 'the biggest bed I think I have seen' by guests.
Dining & Bar
The on-site pub serves traditional pub food daily, including a full English breakfast cooked to order. Guests can choose from an extensive selection of ales and wines, with local ales featured regularly. The pub also offers kids' meals and special diet menus upon request.
Location & Outdoor Activities
The White Lion Ambleside sits in the centre of Ambleside, with a location score of 9.4 from guests for easy access to the Lake District National Park. Grasmere is 6 km away, and Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain, is a 1-hour drive. Outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing are directly accessible from the hotel.
Family & Pet-Friendly
Family rooms at The White Lion Hotel Ambleside are spacious, and children's menus are available in the pub. The hotel recently became dog-friendly, charging a £15 fee per pet. Free parking on-site eliminates the hassle of finding a space in the busy town centre.
Service & Entertainment
Guests report responsive management and a quick, easy check-in process. Live entertainment, such as bingo nights and occasional live music, takes place in the pub. The staff are noted for their friendliness and attention to guests' needs, with several team members named in positive reviews.
- Free parking: On-site parking included, rare in central Ambleside
- Location: Central with a guest location score of 9.4
- Dining: Traditional pub with full English breakfast and local ales
- Family: Spacious family rooms and kids' menus
- Pet: Dog-friendly with a £15 fee per pet
- Activities: Direct access to hiking, cycling, fishing, and Scafell Pike
- Entertainment: Live bingo and music in the pub
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Essential information about The White Lion By Innkeeper'S Collection
| 💵 Lowest room price | 91 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 75.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
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