Ferndale Lodge

9.0Excellent1,459 reviewsSee rooms

Guest house

Facilities at a glance

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Daily housekeeping
Non-smoking rooms

About this place

Charming Family-Run Guest House in Ambleside Comfortable Rooms with Splendid Views Enjoy light, airy rooms at Ferndale Lodge, equipped with tea/coffee facilities, TV, and shower rooms. Some rooms offer stunning views over Ambleside, while guests can access free Wi-Fi in public areas. Convenient Location to Explore the Lake District Located a short stroll from Ambleside town center, guests can easily explore Lake Windermere's cruise boats and Rydal Water. Windermere town is just a short bus ride away, with a stop conveniently close to the Lodge. Flexible Room-Only Basis for Total Freedom Opt for a room-only basis at Ferndale Lodge to enjoy total flexibility during your stay. Have a leisurely lie-in or explore the Lake District early in the morning, with free Wi-Fi available throughout the property. Book now to experience the charm of Ferndale Lodge in the heart of the Lake District!

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9 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Small Double Room 10 m²Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Pet Friendly Double Room 11 m²Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Small Single Room 7 m²Twin beds	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Large Single Room 10 m²Twin beds	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Standard King Room 12 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Double Room with Mountain View 11 m²Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
King Room 13 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment 42 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Standard Double Room 11 m²Queen bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices

What this place offers

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Services

Daily housekeeping

General

Pets allowed
Non-smoking rooms

Location

Address
Lake road, Ambleside, United Kingdom
0.3 km from the center of Ambleside

Questions about this stay

Quick answers from the information this property gives us.

What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 14:00. Check-out by 10:30.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, this property lists free Wi-Fi.
Is parking available?
Yes, this property lists parking. Check the room offer for any fee.

Guest reviews

9.01,459 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.

Cleanliness8.6

Service9.4

Location9.4

Room quality8.9

Amenities8.7

Value for money9.0

Food and drink7.9

Lesley
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
8.0
“Great location, clean and comfortable”
+Room only. Tea & Coffee provided. Accommodation comfortable and clean. Parking behind property was a bonus.
edz
Philippines · Solo · August 2026
10.0
+The accommodation was in a great location, just a short walk from the centre of Ambleside. The room was clean, cosy, and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay and would happily come back again!
Helen
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
10.0
+Location
−Nothing
Molly
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
7.0
“Really nice, accessable location with great views!”
+The property was central to the town and easy to locate. The free parking was a big bonus and made planning easier. The owner was friendly and helped with locating the lake and the town. It also came with tea & coffee, kettle and a hairdryer which were all helpful.
−Whilst the location was good the rooms were slightly on the smaller side, especially the bathroom. Also, the bathroom had no soap or anything in the bathroom which we were not aware of. Small stains around the skirting boards and such but not too bad.
Anne
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
8.0
“Great location, excellent value for money. Perfect for short stays when you want to explore the area”
+Great location, host was very friendly and helpful. Room was compact, but clean and had everything I needed. Overall, i thought this was great value for money.
−The shower and toilet were cramped. Having come from a quiet location, the noise of cars going by at night wasnt great.
Demi
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
10.0
“Great stay, easy walk to local shops and pubs and restaurants all within walking distance. Hotel rooms are lovely and cl”
+Beds were comfy, friendly staff and easy location.
−Not a dislike but for future guests…parking is at rear of the building…go down the pay display parking then at the end it’s a right for hotel parking and it’s free and managed to always have a spot, just difficult to find in the dark when arriving, however was guided when called the owners for direction.
Susan
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
10.0
+Great location ,very clean ,comfortable bed ,would definitely stay again.
−Nothing
ilker
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
3.0
“Overal I had bad experience”
+Nothing muck really maybe just location
−Unfortunately, there were several serious problems with the room and our stay. When we first entered the room, the mattress already had a noticeable yellow stain/mark on it. We stayed for six nights, but the bed linen and towels were not changed during our stay. There was also no daily room cleaning. This was not made clear to me when I booked the accommodation, and I would have expected this information to be clearly stated in the booking details. We also found insects in the room and noticed visible dirt, mould and grime around the windows and other areas. The carpet had visible stains and did not appear to have been properly cleaned. I spoke to a member of staff about the condition of the room and the insects. I was told that the room would be cleaned while I was at work. However, when I returned, the room had a very strong smell of bleach/cleaning chemicals. The smell was so strong that I struggled to sleep and suffered with a headache. There was also a significant noise problem. Even at around 11pm, the television from the neighbouring room was extremely loud, which made it very difficult to sleep. I tried to contact Booking.com to explain everything and ask for help. Unfortun
Graham
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
10.0
+Great location, good value for money. The host Rob was nice and friendly.
−Nothing.
Christine
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
10.0
+Comfortable room with everything you need for a couple of nights away.

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 14:00 · check-out until 10:30
Pets
Pets on request

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

9 room types

Small Double Room

Pet Friendly Double Room

Small Single Room

Large Single Room

Standard King Room

Double Room with Mountain View

King Room

Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment

Standard Double Room

What this place offers

Internet

Parking

Services

General

Location

Address

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is Wi-Fi included?

Is parking available?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews