The Wateredge Inn

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There’s something special about waterside settings and The Wateredge Inn and Windermere Rooms at Ambleside certainly hits the spot. Perched right on the shore of England’s most famous lake, pull up a seat in our waterfront terrace, and drink in unrivalled views across Windermere.

It’s not just the lake views that makes The Wateredge Inn a place to head for. Delicious home-cooked pub food served all day, every day makes for a winning foodie destination whether you’re relaxing after a day’s hiking or taking in the breathtaking setting of this Lake District gem while you tuck in.

Offering everything expected of a English pub stay, including full cooked breakfasts, comfortable rooms with essential amenities and on site parking, you’ll fit right inn at The Wateredge Inn.

Property Amenities

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  • An amenity icon Free Resident Parking
  • An amenity icon Free Wifi
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The Wateredge Inn is a part of The Inn Collection Group, a wonderful group of well-maintained inns that are looking to keep the authenticity of modern British inns alive in the north of England. When staying at one of our fabulous locations, you’re sure to find a fantastic mix of comfort, convenience, and quality in equal amounts, culminating in the best possible stay and a wonderful break away from home.

Our dog friendly rooms extend a warm welcome to four-legged friends too, meaning you’ll never have to leave your canine behind! Simply add this option during the booking process and enjoy a wonderful stay with your dog by your side (£15 per dog per night).

This inn offers further accommodation across the road at Windermere Rooms, where guests will still enjoy all the amenities of staying at The Wateredge Inn. If you have any requirements that we need to be aware of before your stay, please just get in touch with our friendly team and we’ll do all that we can to make your stay at The Wateredge Inn as pleasant and memorable as possible.

Please note, images showcase room types as accurately as possible, however rooms do slightly vary. Contact our central reservations team on 0191 5803610 for more information.

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Superior Double or Twin & Balcony

Spacious and comfortable rooms with a King sized bed, an en-suite bathroom and a balcony.

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Our Superior double or twin rooms with a balcony are located in the Wateredge Inn, all these rooms are spacious, comfortable and tastefully furnished. You can enjoy stunning views from your personal balcony.

These are light and spacious rooms, beautifully furnished with a large double bed, a desk and seating area, an en-suite bathroom and a balcony. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

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Windermere Rooms: Double or Twin Room

Spacious and comfortable rooms with a king sized bed or two single and an en-suite bathroom.

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Our newly refurbished Windermere Double or Twin Rooms are located only moments from the Wateredge Inn. Guest Check-in and breakfast is at The Wateredge Inn. These rooms are located in close proximity to The Wateredge Inn where the dining facilities are located.

These are light and spacious rooms, beautifully furnished with a king sized bed or two single beds, a desk and seating area and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

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The Wateredge Inn: Classic Double or Twin Room

Spacious and comfortable rooms with a king sized bed or two single and an en-suite bathroom.

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  • An amenity icon Free Wifi
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Classic double or twin rooms located in the Wateredge Inn. These rooms are beautifully furnished with a king sized bed or two twin beds, a desk and seating area and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

Please note these rooms are not pet friendly. Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

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Windermere Rooms: Superior Double or Twin

Spacious and welcoming rooms with a king sized bed or two singles, a desk area and an en-suite bathroom.

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  • An amenity icon Free Wifi
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  • An amenity icon TV

Our Windermere superior double or twin rooms are located only moments from the Wateredge Inn. Guest Check-in and breakfast is at The Wateredge Inn.

Spacious and welcoming rooms with a king sized bed or two singles, a desk and seating area and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

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Windermere Rooms: Superior Room with Sofa Bed

Spacious and welcoming rooms with a king sized bed, a comfortable sofa bed and an en-suite bathroom.

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Our Windermere superior double or twin rooms are located only moments from the Wateredge Inn. Guest Check-in and breakfast is at The Wateredge Inn. Certain rooms within this category are pet friendly.

These rooms are beautifully furnished with a king sized bed, a comfortable sofa bed and an en-suite bathroom. Some of these rooms also have a balcony with seating area and views across the lake. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

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The Wateredge Inn: Superior Family Room

Larger family rooms are furnished with a king sized bed, an en-suite bathroom and a comfortable sofa bed for children.

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Our Superior Family Rooms located within The Wateredge Inn feature a sofa bed. Twin beds available on request. Certain rooms have a patio but these are subject to availability.

These rooms are our larger more welcoming rooms, furnished with a king sized bed or two single beds, a comfortable sofa bed for children and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

Please note these rooms are not pet friendly.

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An icon of a cloche Food service: 7:30am – 9:00pm daily

Once you’ve savoured a flavour of the Lake District’s incredible scenery step into The Wateredge Inn at Ambleside for delicious, wholesome pub fare served all day, every day from a stunning lakeside setting.

From hearty breakfasts to power you through the day to lakeside lunchtime stop offs, and evening meals that make the most of local produce and dishes, as well as classic British favourites, The Wateredge Inn offers relaxed pub dining in Ambleside from morning to night.

Heading out for the day? Let The Wateredge Inn pack up a delicious picnic for you to take with you, whether you’re walking, cycling, on the water or simply exploring.

  • Seasonal Menu - Available 12:00pm - 9:00pm

    From Great British pub classics to dishes with a culinary twist, our main menus are full of seasonal favourites and flavours, all handmade and freshly cooked to order.

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  • Breakfast Menu - Available 7:30am - 11:00am

    Nothing sets you up for the day like a delicious, homecooked breakfast. Whether you fancy a full English, eggs benedict or something lighter, we have something for everyone!

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  • Pizza Menu - Available 12:00pm - 9:00pm

    Try one of our freshly baked pizzas. Our pizza bases are hand rolled on site and cooked in our stone pizza oven.

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  • Drinks Menu

    Drinks Menu

    Whether you're craving a refreshing start to your morning or just in need of a delightful pick-me-up, our drink menu has something for everyone.

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  • Allergy Advice

    Allergen advice is available for all our main menu meals, click the link below to find out more. Ask our team when you visit about our daily special's allergens.

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Hidden in the heart of ancient Cumbria in North West England lies a National Park known the world over. The Lake District boasts stone circles, glacial lakes, magnificent views, and a history dating back to the Neolithic Period - all waiting for you to discover.

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    5 minute walk to Ambleside Pier

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    10 minute drive to Rydal Mount and Gardens

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    15 minute drive to Wray Castle

  • Attractions
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  • Nearby Inns
  • Ambleside Pier
    0.3km
    3 Minutes
    1 Minute
  • The Armitt Museum and Library
    1 Mile
    22 Minute
    5 Minute
  • Rydal Mount and Garden
    2.5 Miles
    50 Minute
    10 Minute
  • Wray Castle
    3.5 Miles
    1 Hour 20 Minute
    10 Minute
  • Rothay Park
    1 Mile
    23 Minutes
    6 Minutes
  • Kendal Railway Station
    12.5 Miles
    30 Minute

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FAQs

  • Can I hire the tipi at The Wateredge Inn for events or occasions?

    Absolutely! Our stunning tipi, based on the shores of Windermere, offers a unique and picturesque setting for special occasions, from intimate celebrations to unforgettable events. To learn more about availability, packages, and how we can make your event memorable, please email us at info@thewateredgeinn.com. We’d love to help you plan something truly special!

  • Do you have on site parking available?

    We offer complimentary parking in The Wateredge Inn car park for accommodation guests only.  Space is limited on a first come, first served basis and we do not under any circumstances reserve or guarantee parking spaces.  Complimentary parking in our car park is only valid when you are staying at our inn and checked in to a room. Overnight parking is available to guests staying at the hotel in one of our bedrooms only.

    Please remember enter your vehicle registration on the tablet at check-in. Guests can enjoy 24 hours free for each night of your stay.

    Charges apply to ALL other car park users – please remember to pay for your parking at the car park pay and display machine, via phone or prebook with RingGo. No overnight camping allowed.

    If you have received a PCN (Parking Charge Notice) please click here to visit Smart Parking website for more info, to pay or how to appeal.

  • What time is Check in and Check out?

    Check in at The Wateredge Inn is from 3pm and check out is 10:30am.

  • Is there disabled access and accessible rooms at the inn?

    There is level access into The Wateredge Inn from the rear of the property. Unfortunately there is no accessible rooms available at The Wateredge Inn. For further accessibility information please call our reservations team.

  • Are you dog-friendly?

    We are dog friendly at The Wateredge Inn and have dog friendly rooms available. Your four-legged friend can stay over night for only £15 per night, per dog.

  • What facilities are provided in the rooms?

    All rooms at The Wateredge Inn provide complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and tea & coffee making facilities. Please note, we do not provide travel cots. If you plan on bringing your own, we recommend speaking with our reservations team on 0191 580 3610 to ensure the room you’re booking will comfortably accommodate one.

  • What is the cancellation policy?

    Our standard cancellation policy is as follows:
    You may cancel your booking without any payment to us at any point before 3pm on the day that is two days before the day your booking starts. After this deadline, the whole booking becomes fully non-refundable. If you try to cancel after this deadline (or if you don’t arrive for your booking), you will still be charged the full price for your booking (including any meals or extras).

    Our Advance Purchase Rate cancellation policy is as follows: All bookings on an advance purchase rate are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled by you. If you try to cancel a booking on an advance purchase rate (or if you don’t arrive for your booking), you will still be charged the full price for your booking (including any meals or extras).

    Our special offers/promotions cancellation policy is as follows: The cancellation rights for bookings offered on a special offer will be stated during the booking process and in your booking confirmation. Where we do not state any cancellation rights for a special offer, the advance purchase rate cancellation terms (above) will apply.

  • Do you have any on site bike storage?

    There is limited storage available on site at The Wateredge Inn and this is subject to availability

  • How do I make a large group booking?

    For booking 5 or more rooms at The Wateredge Inn please email groups@inncollectiongroup.com

  • Do you take table bookings?

    We only accept bookings for a table of 8 and more at The Wateredge Inn. To book please email info@thewateredgeinn.com

  • Are you family friendly?

    We are family friendly here at The Wateredge Inn and offer a delicious children’s food menu.

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