Waterhead Rooms & Suites

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Lake Windermere

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a view through a glass door, and a window.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, a large oval sink, and a window providing natural light.
Deluxe Suite, Mountain View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, free WiFi
A building with a sign reading 'The Fisherbeck' at the entrance, a stone-paved courtyard, and a bench on the right.
A two-story building with a balcony, a bench, and a stone wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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The Fisherbeck Hotel, Old Lake Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0DH
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

Comfort Suite, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite with Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 162 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin with Walk-in Shower

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

  • City view
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

In Ambleside .With a stay at this Ambleside hotel, you'll be steps from Ambleside Climbing Wall and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Borrans Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rothay Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Borrans Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Waterhead Rooms & Suites

3-star hotel near Lake Windermere
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Ambleside hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1900
  • Deli
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Waterhead Rooms & Suites offers 23 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Ambleside Rooms Suites

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterhead Rooms & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waterhead Rooms & Suites.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterhead Rooms & Suites?

As of Jun 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterhead Rooms & Suites on Jun 28, 2026 start from $106, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Waterhead Rooms & Suites offer free breakfast?

Waterhead Rooms & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterhead Rooms & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Waterhead Rooms & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterhead Rooms & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Waterhead Rooms & Suites have a pool?

Waterhead Rooms & Suites does not have a pool.

Does Waterhead Rooms & Suites have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Waterhead Rooms & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Waterhead Rooms & Suites to downtown Ambleside?

Waterhead Rooms & Suites is 2.5 mi away from Lakes.

Waterhead Rooms & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 99 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

GEOFFREY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean room presented very well, ideal location for walks in the fells or just nipping into Ambleside town for a drink, would recommend this place to anybody
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay in Ambleside
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the property everything that we needed peaceful and five minutes to the Town I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked this as a present for my son and his partner they said the place was lovely comfortable and clean check in was very easy and would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from our hotel and the hotel itself was well presented and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only 10min walk from shopping & restaurants so accessible
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was stunning,had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Lovely stay

Beautiful place to stay. Comfortable bed and convenient location. Hope to be back one day soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

The apartment was very clean, and just what we needed for our stay Ambleside
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolute loved our stay here. The Fisherbeck was lovely and our room was fantastic. So comfortable and cosi with fantastic views! 100% will book again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, very clean. Great it had free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with everything you need. Very comfortable stay and no issues with parking. Excellent value for money, would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Bed was so comfy! Sheets were super soft. Lovely place to stay and would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was such a lovely room and the bed was very comfortable, managed to get a parking space and walk whilst at the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Modern, clean, spacious
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking on site was tricky due to narrow bays and large cars very close to white lines. Room and terrace were very comfortable and well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Clear welcome instructions. Clean room. Comfortable bed and excellent pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zahra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful rooms!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YU-CHENG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shibin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection location . Check in was nice and easy, rooms were clean and spacious . Breakfast was delicious and well presented buffet . Addition of couple of bottled water in the rooms can be a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Size of room, quality of bedding and towels
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds are so comfy , had the best nights sleep . Close to walk into the town. The owners of the little bar and restaurant were incredibly helpful and friendly , and the food was excellent . We will be returning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025