The Temperance Inn, Ambleside - The Inn Collection Group
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About this property
This smoke-free inn features hiking/biking trails nearby.
Amenities
This smoke-free inn features hiking/biking trails nearby.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Dining
At The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 26 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group in Ambleside (Ambleside Town Centre), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This inn is 19.4 mi (31.1 km) from Lodore Falls and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Ambleside Climbing Wall.
What's nearby
White Platts Recreation Ground(0.2 Miles)
Ambleside Climbing Wall(0.2 Miles)
Armitt Museum and Library(0.3 Miles)
Rothay Park(0.4 Miles)
Stock Ghyll Force(0.6 Miles)
Borrans Park(0.7 Miles)
Lake Windermere(0.7 Miles)
Ambleside Pier(0.8 Miles)
Ambleside Roman Fort(0.8 Miles)
Dora's Field(1.5 Miles)
Rydal Hall Labyrinth(1.8 Miles)
Rydal Mount(1.9 Miles)
Rydal Water(2 Miles)
Wansfell Pike(2.3 Miles)
Treetop Trek(2.3 Miles)
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Golf course (nearby)
Cycling
Hiking
Location
33 Lake Road, Lakes, South Lakeland District, England, United Kingdom
White Platts Recreation Ground (0.2 Miles)
Ambleside Climbing Wall (0.2 Miles)
Armitt Museum and Library (0.3 Miles)
Rothay Park (0.4 Miles)
Stock Ghyll Force (0.6 Miles)
Borrans Park (0.7 Miles)
Room options
12
Double Or Twin Room
1 Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Double Room
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Standard Single Room
1 Single Bed
96 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
8
Double Room with Bunks
1 Double Bed
and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 4
269 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Temperance Inn, Ambleside - The Inn Collection Group
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 464 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
73%
Family
11%
Group
13%
Solo
1%
What guests think
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Travellers describe The Temperance Inn, Ambleside - The Inn Collection Group as a central pub hotel with friendly staff, mostly very clean rooms, and a well-liked breakfast, making it a convenient base for exploring Ambleside and the Lake District.
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Travellers describe The Temperance Inn, Ambleside - The Inn Collection Group as a central pub hotel with friendly staff, mostly very clean rooms, and a well-liked breakfast, making it a convenient base for exploring Ambleside and the Lake District.
Rooms are comfortable but often small, with some dated decor, tight showers, or mattresses needing attention; several guests also reported noise from live music, the bar or neighbouring rooms, though others found it quiet. Facilities include a lively pub and beer garden, but there is no lift, many stairs to upper floors, and parking is off site in nearby paid public car parks. A few guests mentioned inconsistent evening dishes, limited breakfast options, or pricey drinks. Overall, expect lively pub character and compact rooms suited to short stays.
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Facilities
Lively pub and beer garden on site. No lift and many stairs to upper floors; parking is off site in nearby paid public car parks, and bar/garden noise can reach some rooms.
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Lisa
1 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel bar was a lovely area, we stayed in a cottage room at the back of the property which was rather noisy from the beer garden. The bedroom was small and steps down to a bathroom which also was cramped and had a musty smell to it. No towels in the room on arrival. Some staff were quite rude and not very helpful. The breakfast waitress next morning was absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Breakfast was lovely too. Unfortunately not in a rush to go back.
Hotel bar was a lovely area, we stayed in a cottage room at the back of the property which was rather noisy from the beer garden. The bedroom was small and steps down to a bathroom which also was cramped and had a musty smell to it. No towels in the room on arrival. Some staff were quite rude and not very helpful. The breakfast waitress next morning was absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Breakfast was lovely too. Unfortunately not in a rush to go back.
10
Nicholas
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Nice stay in the lakes with the dog. Great staff at the hotel, good breakfast and extensive drinks selection. Room was very small and pokey but otherwise ok and fairly comfortable. We were on the top floor and there is no lift, so would not be suitable for those with restricted mobility.
Nice stay in the lakes with the dog. Great staff at the hotel, good breakfast and extensive drinks selection. Room was very small and pokey but otherwise ok and fairly comfortable. We were on the top floor and there is no lift, so would not be suitable for those with restricted mobility.
8
Harry
6 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really enjoyed our brief stay . The staff were exteremly friendly , everything was spotlessly clean and there was a great atmosphere in the pub / restaurant in the evening . Minor downsides were that fact that our room was on the 4th. floor and there is no lift , there's no on site parking and , perhaps , there could have been a greater selection of cereals for breakfast but , hey , that's being rather " picky " .
Really enjoyed our brief stay . The staff were exteremly friendly , everything was spotlessly clean and there was a great atmosphere in the pub / restaurant in the evening . Minor downsides were that fact that our room was on the 4th. floor and there is no lift , there's no on site parking and , perhaps , there could have been a greater selection of cereals for breakfast but , hey , that's being rather " picky " .
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Duncan
26 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A good centrally based hotel in Ambleside - staff friendly rooms were clean and in good condition. Paid parking available 100m along the road. Local shops and restaurants in easy walking distance. Only niggles - guy snoring in the next room was very audible and shampoo dispenser in shower didn't work. Otherwise a good relaxing stay in a lovely town. And the weather was cold but perfect!
A good centrally based hotel in Ambleside - staff friendly rooms were clean and in good condition. Paid parking available 100m along the road. Local shops and restaurants in easy walking distance. Only niggles - guy snoring in the next room was very audible and shampoo dispenser in shower didn't work. Otherwise a good relaxing stay in a lovely town. And the weather was cold but perfect!
10
Maxine
15 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay can be a bit pricey at the bar. Breakfast was very good and plenty of it. Central location large outside area at rear could be a bit noisy in summer evenings for those who are staying in the cottage. Staff were brilliant especially Alicia very efficient and always pleasant and smiling. I would definitely return and recommend
Great place to stay can be a bit pricey at the bar. Breakfast was very good and plenty of it. Central location large outside area at rear could be a bit noisy in summer evenings for those who are staying in the cottage. Staff were brilliant especially Alicia very efficient and always pleasant and smiling. I would definitely return and recommend
8
Richard
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a good overall one night stay. Warm welcome and comfy beds after a hard day's walking. Room clean but window screwed shut so was a bit warm/stuffy. There was a fan provided in the room that helped. Good breakfast with decent choice. Evening meal was possible to have in your room (supplied in takeaway boxes collected from the bar) but pizza was burned and ribs were a bit fatty so would probably eat elsewhere with hindsight as plenty of alternatives within easy reach. No carpark was a downside and being peak season, it was a bit of a struggle to find spaces in several public carparks and was nearly £20 extra for overnight. One of the nearest carparks had a Wednesday market that sets up at 6am which nearly caught us out. Mid August so busy town, but nice and quiet in room despite central location. Overall, as long as you are aware of the potential downsides above, I would still recommend it as decent value for money.
Had a good overall one night stay. Warm welcome and comfy beds after a hard day's walking. Room clean but window screwed shut so was a bit warm/stuffy. There was a fan provided in the room that helped. Good breakfast with decent choice. Evening meal was possible to have in your room (supplied in takeaway boxes collected from the bar) but pizza was burned and ribs were a bit fatty so would probably eat elsewhere with hindsight as plenty of alternatives within easy reach. No carpark was a downside and being peak season, it was a bit of a struggle to find spaces in several public carparks and was nearly £20 extra for overnight. One of the nearest carparks had a Wednesday market that sets up at 6am which nearly caught us out. Mid August so busy town, but nice and quiet in room despite central location. Overall, as long as you are aware of the potential downsides above, I would still recommend it as decent value for money.
10
Peter
17 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely staff, clean and comfortable rooms and fabulous beer garden. Breakfast was also delicious. Shower a bit too cramped though
Lovely staff, clean and comfortable rooms and fabulous beer garden. Breakfast was also delicious. Shower a bit too cramped though
10
Brian
28 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice hotel. Room was very well appointed with towel dryer, opening window for fresh air and a great personal view of the town. Staff was very friendly and went out of their way to make you feel welcome. Great full breakfast with eggs royale with salmon and hollandaise sauce. Only 2 items to consider - stairs only to the rooms and parking is the public car park. We did not mind these, so are looking forward to coming back for another visit one day.
Very nice hotel. Room was very well appointed with towel dryer, opening window for fresh air and a great personal view of the town. Staff was very friendly and went out of their way to make you feel welcome. Great full breakfast with eggs royale with salmon and hollandaise sauce. Only 2 items to consider - stairs only to the rooms and parking is the public car park. We did not mind these, so are looking forward to coming back for another visit one day.
10
Natalie
5 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, bar/restaurant has a really nice atmosphere. Would stay here again!
Great location, bar/restaurant has a really nice atmosphere. Would stay here again!
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thomas
6 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in the Center of Ambleside , very friendly staff excellent breakfast, only thing negative was the 57 steps to my room.
Great location in the Center of Ambleside , very friendly staff excellent breakfast, only thing negative was the 57 steps to my room.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and public areas are generally very clean, with several mentions of spotless stays. A few guests reported cobwebs, bathroom mould, musty odours, or small maintenance misses.
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Lisa
1 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel bar was a lovely area, we stayed in a cottage room at the back of the property which was rather noisy from the beer garden. The bedroom was small and steps down to a bathroom which also was cramped and had a musty smell to it. No towels in the room on arrival. Some staff were quite rude and not very helpful. The breakfast waitress next morning was absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Breakfast was lovely too. Unfortunately not in a rush to go back.
Hotel bar was a lovely area, we stayed in a cottage room at the back of the property which was rather noisy from the beer garden. The bedroom was small and steps down to a bathroom which also was cramped and had a musty smell to it. No towels in the room on arrival. Some staff were quite rude and not very helpful. The breakfast waitress next morning was absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Breakfast was lovely too. Unfortunately not in a rush to go back.
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Duncan
26 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A good centrally based hotel in Ambleside - staff friendly rooms were clean and in good condition. Paid parking available 100m along the road. Local shops and restaurants in easy walking distance. Only niggles - guy snoring in the next room was very audible and shampoo dispenser in shower didn't work. Otherwise a good relaxing stay in a lovely town. And the weather was cold but perfect!
A good centrally based hotel in Ambleside - staff friendly rooms were clean and in good condition. Paid parking available 100m along the road. Local shops and restaurants in easy walking distance. Only niggles - guy snoring in the next room was very audible and shampoo dispenser in shower didn't work. Otherwise a good relaxing stay in a lovely town. And the weather was cold but perfect!
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Rhian
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was clean and newly renovated, it made it very easy for us to have a chill weekend
Everything was clean and newly renovated, it made it very easy for us to have a chill weekend
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Geoffrey
4 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Property is within easy walking distance of main bus stops. Property is very clean and quiet. Breakfast staff excellent. Nice breakfast included. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.
Property is within easy walking distance of main bus stops. Property is very clean and quiet. Breakfast staff excellent. Nice breakfast included. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.
10
Karen
29 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely stay. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spotless. Breakfast excellent.
We had a lovely stay. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room spotless. Breakfast excellent.
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Teresa L
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great decor, spotless room, lovely staff and the food was excellent.
Great decor, spotless room, lovely staff and the food was excellent.
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Katherine
10 Oct 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
There were cobwebs on the ceiling around the light, the bed and pillows were really hard (enough to make my neck and jaw hurt by morning). The night they had a Trivia night, we had to sit up until 11pm, when it finished. Very loud. Maybe we should have expected a pub to be noisy! Never again!
There were cobwebs on the ceiling around the light, the bed and pillows were really hard (enough to make my neck and jaw hurt by morning). The night they had a Trivia night, we had to sit up until 11pm, when it finished. Very loud. Maybe we should have expected a pub to be noisy! Never again!
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Richard
23 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and brilliant staff. Very clean with excellent facilities
Great location and brilliant staff. Very clean with excellent facilities
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Toby
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice, clean hotel with great, friendly staff and freshly cooked breakfast. Mattress needed replacing in bedroom 17 as it sagged on the nearside to the door. Pillows were excellent.
Really nice, clean hotel with great, friendly staff and freshly cooked breakfast. Mattress needed replacing in bedroom 17 as it sagged on the nearside to the door. Pillows were excellent.
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Olga
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place and location. Mould in bathroom and tiny shower even for girl 160 height :)
Great place and location. Mould in bathroom and tiny shower even for girl 160 height :)
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable but often small, with some dated decor, tight showers, sagging mattresses, or TV/Wi‑Fi issues. Noise can carry from live music, the bar, or neighbours, though some rooms remain quiet with nice views.
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Robert
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely comfortable room, with amazing views. It can be a little noisy if you're a light sleeper. Convenient location in the middle of Ambleside, close to Windermere. Bar is very nice with a decent range of drinks. I'd happily stay here again.
A lovely comfortable room, with amazing views. It can be a little noisy if you're a light sleeper. Convenient location in the middle of Ambleside, close to Windermere. Bar is very nice with a decent range of drinks. I'd happily stay here again.
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Nicholas
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Nice stay in the lakes with the dog. Great staff at the hotel, good breakfast and extensive drinks selection. Room was very small and pokey but otherwise ok and fairly comfortable. We were on the top floor and there is no lift, so would not be suitable for those with restricted mobility.
Nice stay in the lakes with the dog. Great staff at the hotel, good breakfast and extensive drinks selection. Room was very small and pokey but otherwise ok and fairly comfortable. We were on the top floor and there is no lift, so would not be suitable for those with restricted mobility.
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Helen
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Check in was easy and speedy. We were informed that there would be live music in the evening but were not informed as to how audible it would be in our room… it finished at 11.27 and we could hear every single line sang which did not mean a relaxing evening for us. The TV signal was really poor so we suggest connecting to the WiFi and streaming. The staff were lovely and helpful but I’m not sure we’d return due to the noise.
Check in was easy and speedy. We were informed that there would be live music in the evening but were not informed as to how audible it would be in our room… it finished at 11.27 and we could hear every single line sang which did not mean a relaxing evening for us. The TV signal was really poor so we suggest connecting to the WiFi and streaming. The staff were lovely and helpful but I’m not sure we’d return due to the noise.
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Peter
17 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely staff, clean and comfortable rooms and fabulous beer garden. Breakfast was also delicious. Shower a bit too cramped though
Lovely staff, clean and comfortable rooms and fabulous beer garden. Breakfast was also delicious. Shower a bit too cramped though
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Joanna
12 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, good breakfast and evening meal. The breakfast female staff were very polite and helpful. Room was good in terms of amenities (hairdryer, kettle, iron, safe, good wifi, etc.) but very hot and stuffy (top floor); also no daily cleaning provided or instructions what to do with a full bin. Great they provide a fan in a room as otherwise would be unbearable. The main issue for me was the live band playing on Fri night (very loud, even on the top floor you could hear the music and shouting until lime 11.30pm) as I had a hiking event next day and had to be awake before 6am; i wish the live band info was communicated on the webiste before i made a booking or just after I made a booking and not at the point of check in when it's too late to make alternative attangements. Also take into account (in case you have any mobility issues or injuries) that there is no lift so you have to carry your luggage up and down the stairs.
Great location, good breakfast and evening meal. The breakfast female staff were very polite and helpful. Room was good in terms of amenities (hairdryer, kettle, iron, safe, good wifi, etc.) but very hot and stuffy (top floor); also no daily cleaning provided or instructions what to do with a full bin. Great they provide a fan in a room as otherwise would be unbearable. The main issue for me was the live band playing on Fri night (very loud, even on the top floor you could hear the music and shouting until lime 11.30pm) as I had a hiking event next day and had to be awake before 6am; i wish the live band info was communicated on the webiste before i made a booking or just after I made a booking and not at the point of check in when it's too late to make alternative attangements. Also take into account (in case you have any mobility issues or injuries) that there is no lift so you have to carry your luggage up and down the stairs.
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Giovanna
11 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Perfectly adequate stay, the room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast made the stay good value for money. Paid parking is nearby and it’s only £1 after 8pm. The main negative is that the WiFi wasn’t working and signal is not great in Ambleside. We didn’t eat at the Temperance Inn as there are a lot of great restaurants to choose from in Ambleside.
Perfectly adequate stay, the room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast made the stay good value for money. Paid parking is nearby and it’s only £1 after 8pm. The main negative is that the WiFi wasn’t working and signal is not great in Ambleside. We didn’t eat at the Temperance Inn as there are a lot of great restaurants to choose from in Ambleside.
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Paul
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dated room decor
Dated room decor
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Jade
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We booked a trip to cross off some Wainwrights, a good nights sleep was essential but not achieved unfortunately due to thin floors meaning you can hear every movement from those above. We complained about the noise and were offered to change rooms but we’d of had to wait about until later in the day and pack everything up so declined, as we were wanting to get off on our day trip. Ambleside is our favourite place - we’ve been many times but won’t stay here again. Breakfast was 10/10.
We booked a trip to cross off some Wainwrights, a good nights sleep was essential but not achieved unfortunately due to thin floors meaning you can hear every movement from those above. We complained about the noise and were offered to change rooms but we’d of had to wait about until later in the day and pack everything up so declined, as we were wanting to get off on our day trip. Ambleside is our favourite place - we’ve been many times but won’t stay here again. Breakfast was 10/10.
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Harry
5 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly but the room was tired and old fashioned
Friendly but the room was tired and old fashioned
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Toby
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice, clean hotel with great, friendly staff and freshly cooked breakfast. Mattress needed replacing in bedroom 17 as it sagged on the nearside to the door. Pillows were excellent.
Really nice, clean hotel with great, friendly staff and freshly cooked breakfast. Mattress needed replacing in bedroom 17 as it sagged on the nearside to the door. Pillows were excellent.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful and efficient, with staff assisting with bags, upgrades, and quick issue resolution. A few guests experienced rudeness or inflexibility.
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John
9 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous accomadation, friendly and helpful staff. Also we were upgraded to a superior room which was amazing. Will be coming again soon!
Fabulous accomadation, friendly and helpful staff. Also we were upgraded to a superior room which was amazing. Will be coming again soon!
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Lisa
1 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel bar was a lovely area, we stayed in a cottage room at the back of the property which was rather noisy from the beer garden. The bedroom was small and steps down to a bathroom which also was cramped and had a musty smell to it. No towels in the room on arrival. Some staff were quite rude and not very helpful. The breakfast waitress next morning was absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Breakfast was lovely too. Unfortunately not in a rush to go back.
Hotel bar was a lovely area, we stayed in a cottage room at the back of the property which was rather noisy from the beer garden. The bedroom was small and steps down to a bathroom which also was cramped and had a musty smell to it. No towels in the room on arrival. Some staff were quite rude and not very helpful. The breakfast waitress next morning was absolutely lovely and extremely helpful. Breakfast was lovely too. Unfortunately not in a rush to go back.
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Lisa
6 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were so helpful and nothing was too much trouble
The staff were so helpful and nothing was too much trouble
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Joanne
21 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely stay (slight prob with details of beds) but the staff sorted without hesitation and a drink on the house while waiting, great customer service..
We had a lovely stay (slight prob with details of beds) but the staff sorted without hesitation and a drink on the house while waiting, great customer service..
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Geoffrey
4 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Property is within easy walking distance of main bus stops. Property is very clean and quiet. Breakfast staff excellent. Nice breakfast included. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.
Property is within easy walking distance of main bus stops. Property is very clean and quiet. Breakfast staff excellent. Nice breakfast included. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.
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Andy
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff and great location. Bed very comfy.
Lovely staff and great location. Bed very comfy.
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Luke
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Looks nice, however the room was quite small, but doable for one night. The staff were also friendly, but quite odd and not flexible. The manager (I think) kept putting a reserve sign on every table I sat at in the bar, even though other tables were free. I think it was a power trip because I challenged their room availability at 2.55 when check in was at 3
Looks nice, however the room was quite small, but doable for one night. The staff were also friendly, but quite odd and not flexible. The manager (I think) kept putting a reserve sign on every table I sat at in the bar, even though other tables were free. I think it was a power trip because I challenged their room availability at 2.55 when check in was at 3
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Kurpal
22 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice, clean pub with great service.
Nice, clean pub with great service.
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Susan
11 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, well appointed room (albeit up 57 stairs but staff offered help with bag). Quiet and comfortable so slept well. Staff pleasant & helpful. Good breakfast. Would love to stay again!
Clean, well appointed room (albeit up 57 stairs but staff offered help with bag). Quiet and comfortable so slept well. Staff pleasant & helpful. Good breakfast. Would love to stay again!
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Sabina
8 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were given a lovely quiet room. Twin room requested but double bed given, however they gave us a small discount. lovely custom.
We were given a lovely quiet room. Twin room requested but double bed given, however they gave us a small discount. lovely custom.
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Location
Very central and walkable in Ambleside, close to bus stops, shops, restaurants and walking trails—handy for exploring the Lake District.
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Robert
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely comfortable room, with amazing views. It can be a little noisy if you're a light sleeper. Convenient location in the middle of Ambleside, close to Windermere. Bar is very nice with a decent range of drinks. I'd happily stay here again.
A lovely comfortable room, with amazing views. It can be a little noisy if you're a light sleeper. Convenient location in the middle of Ambleside, close to Windermere. Bar is very nice with a decent range of drinks. I'd happily stay here again.
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Fiona
27 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful old time inn in the center of Ambleside. Easy walkable to the local amenities, waterfall and the lakes.
Beautiful old time inn in the center of Ambleside. Easy walkable to the local amenities, waterfall and the lakes.
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Mike
12 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location
Great location
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Lauren
10 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A great central stay in Ambleside. Convenient for walking trails and shops & restaurants.
A great central stay in Ambleside. Convenient for walking trails and shops & restaurants.
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Geoffrey
4 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Property is within easy walking distance of main bus stops. Property is very clean and quiet. Breakfast staff excellent. Nice breakfast included. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.
Property is within easy walking distance of main bus stops. Property is very clean and quiet. Breakfast staff excellent. Nice breakfast included. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby.
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Andy
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff and great location. Bed very comfy.
Lovely staff and great location. Bed very comfy.
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P
8 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location for exploring the lake district. Tasty breakfast which was included. Would stay again.
Great location for exploring the lake district. Tasty breakfast which was included. Would stay again.
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james
21 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location and
Excellent location and
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Alison
16 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent service from the friendly staff. Location brilliant, within walking distance of the town and restaurants. Bus stop around the corner and car park a short walk away.
Excellent service from the friendly staff. Location brilliant, within walking distance of the town and restaurants. Bus stop around the corner and car park a short walk away.
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thomas
6 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in the Center of Ambleside , very friendly staff excellent breakfast, only thing negative was the 57 steps to my room.
Great location in the Center of Ambleside , very friendly staff excellent breakfast, only thing negative was the 57 steps to my room.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently described as excellent or delicious, with a varied menu and good options. Some found evening dishes inconsistent, breakfast selection limited at times, or bar/soft drink prices high.
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ROBERT
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The room and bathroom were great and met (perhaps slightly exceeded) my expectations. The breakfast was a huge disappointment - so much so that we decided to skip it on our second day and go elsewhere.
The room and bathroom were great and met (perhaps slightly exceeded) my expectations. The breakfast was a huge disappointment - so much so that we decided to skip it on our second day and go elsewhere.
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Monique
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very friendly employees!!! Good service and Food and perfect spot in Ambleside.
Very friendly employees!!! Good service and Food and perfect spot in Ambleside.
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Maxine
15 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay can be a bit pricey at the bar. Breakfast was very good and plenty of it. Central location large outside area at rear could be a bit noisy in summer evenings for those who are staying in the cottage. Staff were brilliant especially Alicia very efficient and always pleasant and smiling. I would definitely return and recommend
Great place to stay can be a bit pricey at the bar. Breakfast was very good and plenty of it. Central location large outside area at rear could be a bit noisy in summer evenings for those who are staying in the cottage. Staff were brilliant especially Alicia very efficient and always pleasant and smiling. I would definitely return and recommend
8
Richard
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a good overall one night stay. Warm welcome and comfy beds after a hard day's walking. Room clean but window screwed shut so was a bit warm/stuffy. There was a fan provided in the room that helped. Good breakfast with decent choice. Evening meal was possible to have in your room (supplied in takeaway boxes collected from the bar) but pizza was burned and ribs were a bit fatty so would probably eat elsewhere with hindsight as plenty of alternatives within easy reach. No carpark was a downside and being peak season, it was a bit of a struggle to find spaces in several public carparks and was nearly £20 extra for overnight. One of the nearest carparks had a Wednesday market that sets up at 6am which nearly caught us out. Mid August so busy town, but nice and quiet in room despite central location. Overall, as long as you are aware of the potential downsides above, I would still recommend it as decent value for money.
Had a good overall one night stay. Warm welcome and comfy beds after a hard day's walking. Room clean but window screwed shut so was a bit warm/stuffy. There was a fan provided in the room that helped. Good breakfast with decent choice. Evening meal was possible to have in your room (supplied in takeaway boxes collected from the bar) but pizza was burned and ribs were a bit fatty so would probably eat elsewhere with hindsight as plenty of alternatives within easy reach. No carpark was a downside and being peak season, it was a bit of a struggle to find spaces in several public carparks and was nearly £20 extra for overnight. One of the nearest carparks had a Wednesday market that sets up at 6am which nearly caught us out. Mid August so busy town, but nice and quiet in room despite central location. Overall, as long as you are aware of the potential downsides above, I would still recommend it as decent value for money.
10
Teresa L
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great decor, spotless room, lovely staff and the food was excellent.
Great decor, spotless room, lovely staff and the food was excellent.
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Anthony
29 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Single traveler, room was small but comfortable, breakfast great, nice pub in centre of Ambleside.
Single traveler, room was small but comfortable, breakfast great, nice pub in centre of Ambleside.
10
Susan
11 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, well appointed room (albeit up 57 stairs but staff offered help with bag). Quiet and comfortable so slept well. Staff pleasant & helpful. Good breakfast. Would love to stay again!
Clean, well appointed room (albeit up 57 stairs but staff offered help with bag). Quiet and comfortable so slept well. Staff pleasant & helpful. Good breakfast. Would love to stay again!
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MISS
9 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, easy check in, great atmosphere in the Temperance inn, varied menu, excellent breakfast choice. Great sized bed and bathroom. Enjoyed our stay, would recommend.
Friendly staff, easy check in, great atmosphere in the Temperance inn, varied menu, excellent breakfast choice. Great sized bed and bathroom. Enjoyed our stay, would recommend.
8
Toby
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice, clean hotel with great, friendly staff and freshly cooked breakfast. Mattress needed replacing in bedroom 17 as it sagged on the nearside to the door. Pillows were excellent.
Really nice, clean hotel with great, friendly staff and freshly cooked breakfast. Mattress needed replacing in bedroom 17 as it sagged on the nearside to the door. Pillows were excellent.
10
jeff
13 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
When visiting Ambleside and walking the Lake District, this is the place to stay. Dry comfortable rooms and amenities. The pub downstairs is stellar. Breakfast was delicious. The area is unbelievable and we had a great time wandering about.
When visiting Ambleside and walking the Lake District, this is the place to stay. Dry comfortable rooms and amenities. The pub downstairs is stellar. Breakfast was delicious. The area is unbelievable and we had a great time wandering about.
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David
13 Sept 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay in central Ambleside. Nice room and bathroom, great location to start various walks and close to bus station for trips elsewhere. Good breakfast. Room was clean but used wine glass from previous person left in room although otherwise clean place
Great place to stay in central Ambleside. Nice room and bathroom, great location to start various walks and close to bus station for trips elsewhere. Good breakfast. Room was clean but used wine glass from previous person left in room although otherwise clean place
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Erica
24 Aug 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Cozy pub and hotel close to everything that Ambleside has to offer.
Cozy pub and hotel close to everything that Ambleside has to offer.
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Paul
15 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice little hotel in the town centre. Although there is onsite parking, visitors could find overnight parking at the nearby Lake Road Car Park. The staff are great and friendly. Breakfast and a welcome drink are included.
A nice little hotel in the town centre. Although there is onsite parking, visitors could find overnight parking at the nearby Lake Road Car Park. The staff are great and friendly. Breakfast and a welcome drink are included.
10
Neil
14 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We overnighted here. Very smooth and easy experience. The guy in charge throughout the time was extremely welcoming and helpful. Sorry I didn’t get his name.
We overnighted here. Very smooth and easy experience. The guy in charge throughout the time was extremely welcoming and helpful. Sorry I didn’t get his name.
10
Michael
14 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and friendly staff
Great location and friendly staff
Property policies
Check-in instructions
Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.
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From 15:00 to 23:00
Before 10:30
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FAQs about The Temperance Inn, Ambleside - The Inn Collection Group
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of GBP 25, subject to availability.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Ambleside Town Centre, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. It is 9.5 miles from Ullswater and 18.9 miles from Derwentwater.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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- 2026-11-30: 118.56823012847902USD
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- 2026-12-10: 118.56823012847902USD
- 2026-12-11: 179.8578860572815USD
- 2026-12-12: 238.4734875USD
- 2026-12-13: 118.56823012847902USD
- 2026-12-14: 118.56823012847902USD
- 2026-12-15: 118.56823012847902USD
- 2026-12-16: 118.56823012847902USD
- 2026-12-17: 117.9151546901703USD
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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