Skelwith Bridge Hotel, Ambleside ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 9NJ

Great

8.3

/10

4.6

4.4

“The hotel is perfectly situated for quick access to amazing walking trails and stunning gardens in the heart of the Lake District.”view full review

Skelwith Bridge Hotel, rated 8.4/10 on Booking.com, offers 28 en-suite bedrooms and a welcoming atmosphere. This 3-star Ambleside hotel features real log fires, a restaurant, a bar, and dog-friendly accommodations.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Skelwith Bridge Hotel include options for singles, doubles, and superior configurations with king-sized beds, ensuring flexibility for various guests. The Grasmere Suite provides enhanced accessibility with a private ground floor entrance and wheelchair-accessible bathroom.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options feature the Bridge Restaurant, serving a full Cumbrian breakfast and classic dishes for lunch and dinner. The Talbot Bar, open daily, provides locally sourced ales and comfort food.

Leisure & Attractions

Skelwith Bridge Hotel serves as a base for outdoor activities like hiking and cycling, with close proximity to trails and Lake Windermere for water sports. Nearby attractions include Dove Cottage, Grizedale Forest Park, and Ambleside Roman Fort.

Services & Transportation

The hotel's services include complimentary Wi-Fi, access to a games room, and a terrace for relaxing views. Accessible transport options, such as local bus routes, are just a short walk away for convenient travel around the Lake District.

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Skelwith Bridge Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

2 persons

35 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

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Standard Twin Room

2 persons

55 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

55 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

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Superior Double Room

2 persons

100 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Facilities

Skelwith Bridge Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotlessly Clean

“The room was immaculate, providing a comfortable space to relax and recharge.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast was superb with a fantastic selection that set a great tone for the day.” view full review

Excellent Parking

“Leaving my car after checkout was hassle-free, and the staff took great care of my keys while I explored.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.3/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Skelwith Bridge Hotel Location

Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 9NJ

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Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 9NJ

City landmarks

Landmark

Loughrigg Tarn

3000 ft

Camping

Skelwith Fold

4100 ft

Landmark

Elter Water

3500 ft

Landmark

View point looking north west

2600 ft

Garden

Rydal Mount

2.2 mi

Landmark

Rydal Water

1.8 mi

Landmark

Loughrigg Fell

1.7 mi

Landmark

Todd Crag

1.0 mi

Landmark

Colwith Force

1.4 mi

Landmark

Lily Tarn

1.2 mi

Landmark

Ambleside Roman Fort

1.8 mi

Landmark

Lake Grasmere

1.9 mi

Museum

Dove Cottage

2.2 mi

Cave

Rydal Cave

1.6 mi

Bridge

Bridge House

2.1 mi

Castle

Wray Castle

2.4 mi

Landmark

Elterwater Gunpower Site

1.5 mi

Landmark

Merz Barn

1.5 mi

Landmark

Sawrey's Wood Slate Mine

1.5 mi

Landmark

View over mine

1.6 mi

Landmark

Meg Gill Falls

2.0 mi

Museum

The Armitt Museum And Gallery

2.1 mi

Landmark

Peppers Quarry

1.6 mi

Cave

Cathedral Quarry

1.9 mi

Landmark

Borrans Park

1.9 mi

Landmark

Hayes Garden World Ambleside

2.0 mi

Gallery

Old Courthouse Gallery

2.1 mi

Landmark

Rothay Park

1.8 mi

Landmark

Main Gate

1.8 mi

Nearby

Skelwith Force

1400 ft

Restaurants

The Talbot Bar

400 ft

Skelwith Bridge Hotel

Getting around

City Centre

Ambleside5 min · 2.1 mi

Airports

Carlisle Lake District (CAX)119 min · 49.0 mi

Blackpool International (BLK)165 min · 68.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop5 min · 2.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:30-22:30

Check-out

from 08:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Skelwith Bridge provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

Spanish, Hungarian

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Skelwith Bridge Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 515 verified reviews

8.4/10

Great

88%

Recommend

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Comfort

8.7/10

Facilities

8.3/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.9/10

Location

9.3/10

Staff

9.2/10

Value for money

8.6/10

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