Lyndale Guest House

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2026

Ema

Completely blew all expectations! Really lovely property, perfect location to wander into town with lots of shops and plenty of choices for places to eat, to head off for a beautiful walk out on the trails or activities on the lake. It’s a short drive to other popular spots like Grasmere for gingerbread and caves!

The host was a pleasure. Really friendly and super helpful. Breakfast in the morning was fab and we really enjoyed our stay here. Would absolutely recommend.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2026

Elaine

The room was really clean, staff were lovely. We had great breakfast's to keep us going for several hours. We were giving a parking permit from the hotel for the time we were there. Parking area was about 100 metres away. It was a great location with plenty of shops, bars and places to eat. We would definitely stay again.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2026

Christopher

The only negative comment we can make is there was no running water on the last day ( no fault of the guest house). We skipped breakfast and returned home early.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2026

David

Everything was great, from the communication, to the comfort and cleanliness of the room, to the fab shower, and the delicious breakfast. And the view from the room was incredible! Loughrigg out of one window and the Fairfield horseshoe from the other! Location is great for both the town centre and the lake, with a bus stop right outside for going further afield! Loved our stay and would completely recommend!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

sharon

My stay at Lyndale was great. Very welcoming, extremely clean and well cared for. My room had everything I needed. Breakfast was lovely. There's nothing I would change, really enjoyed my stay there and would definitely stay again.

Pet

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Laura

Lovely welcome by the host, very friendly and excellent breakfast. Avcommodation also very conveniently located by a bus stop. Highly recommend!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Dean

Great place to stay. Breakfast was first class. Alison was a great host and very welcoming and friendly. She made sure there were no issues. 100% recommend and will definitely return

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Amir

We had a really lovely stay at Lyndale Guest House and would happily recommend it.

The location is very convenient, with shops and everything you need close by, which made our stay really easy and enjoyable. Parking was also a big plus — hassle-free and very helpful when traveling by car.

The guest house itself was clean, comfortable, and well looked after. You can tell care is taken to make guests feel welcome, and overall it had a warm, homely feel.

Breakfast was included and nicely prepared — a great way to start the day. The only tiny (and friendly!) note would be… breakfast never quite feels complete without two eggs 😄 so maybe one extra egg would make it absolutely perfect!

Overall, a very pleasant stay with great value, and we’d definitely come back again 👍

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2026

Jake

Clean room, good breakfast, friendly staff.

Pet

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Mia

Lovely weekend stay. Warm welcome and immaculate room. Amazing to find somewhere dog friendly that doesn’t cost extra as well!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Nov 2025

Yolande

Lovely b&b. Stayed with my partner for 2 nights, spotless room and tasty full English in the morning. Great location, short walk into Ambleside city centre and easy access to some great hikes

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Oct 2025

M

Everything was just spot on; room clean & of good size, Alison the perfect host, breakfast excellent particularly the bacon, and a great location in Ambleside with free parking. Highly recommended and we will definitely return.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2025

Paul

I do not have enough superlatives for this place. Fantastic location (10 mins walk to the lake and 10 mins walk into the centre of Ambleside), unbelievable value (free parking and at other car parks in nearby towns). Alison was so welcoming and the room was gorgeous. A really lovely stay with our two dogs who were made most welcome too! Fantastic breakfast included with plenty choice, we won’t be staying anywhere else in the Lakes now!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2025

Tim

All aspects of the guest house stay were excellent.
Will definitely be staying there again.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2025

Mick

Lyndale

We had a few days at Lyndale and couldnt have been better. Host was friendly and helpful, room was clean and comfortable and location was ideal for exploring the Lakes

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2025

Simon

We had an excellent 3 nights at Lyndale’s guest house. The host Allison answered all our questions about the village of Ambleside. Breakfast was generous. She gave us a parking pass free of charge to a lot that’s about 2 minutes away by walking. 10 minutes away (walking) from the center. Would definitely recommend !

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2025

Carol Wendy

Lovely guest house, close to all amenities, lovely breakfast. Super !

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2025

Abigail

It was so clean and comfortable and in a safe area. The breakfast was excellent. And the host was so friendly and accommodating. I would definitely stay here again if I had the opportunity

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2025

Lorraine

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Alison’s B&B. The location was perfect, the parking permit an unexpected bonus and my room was spacious and immaculately clean. The breakfast was lovely and freshly cooked to order and Alison was warm and welcoming. I would definitely stay again when in Ambleside.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2025

David

comfortable room - good breakfast - good parking close by

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Myles

The owner was very friendly and helpful.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2025

Thomas

We had a lovely 3 night stay at Lyndale Guest House, Ambleside. Alison was so welcoming. Room with en suite beautiful. Huge bed with crisp white bedding and tea etc facilities. Breakfast superb. We wanted for nothing. Would certainly recommend and make a return visit. Car park token was great. Ideally located. Thank you so much Alison. Tom & Jean Pierce xx

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2025

Andrew

Great two. Ight stay with family including our dog , lovely b and b , great host , and so clean tidy modern rooms , great breakfast and location ,just short few min walk in to Ambleside
Would highly recommend
And looking forward to booking out next trip here again

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2025

Andrew

Super Accomodation

Fantastic, the location, the welcome were first class. Breakfast was out of this world the attentive service really could not be faulted, a little gem, were planning our next stay already.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2025

Daniel

Great stay especially if you have a dog

Stayed here to do the Fred Whitton, booked on location and taking our dog and it was great. Alison was a great host, very accommodating (particularly regarding bikes and dogs) and very helpful. The free parking in the car park just along the road is really useful. I would definitely stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2025

Shixiang

A clean and newly furbished property managed by a capable and hospitable lady, serving good English breakfast. Our guest room with ensuite is facing the opposite side of the main road, so is quiet. The host also provides each guest a Business Parking Permit for free marking in a nearby council car park, which can also be used in other council car parks of the same council including one in Grasmere.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2025

James

We enjoyed our stay at the Lyndale house in Ambleside and felt warmly welcomed.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Dec 2024

Simon

Great location

Great location nice welcome and well equipped although some upgrading required with sink and shower

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Nov 2024

Neil

Spot on

Really friendly greeting, all spotlessly clean and fresh. Room and private bathroom likewise. Breakfast was spot on,great choice and quality. Definately recommend. Free parking pass included in the price for the nearby public carpark. Thank you.

Self

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2024

Sau Kwan Iris

The host is helpful in reception of guest. She explained the entrance security and parking inormation in detail.
The full English breakfast was delicious and hot enough.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2024

Jeanette

Alison was a great host. The guest house is perfectly located as you can easily walk into the centre of Ambleside or walk to the pier to go on a Windermere Lake Cruise. I had a very comfortable stay and the cooked breakfast was delicious.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

16 Aug 2024

K

Lovely b&b, very welcoming host.

Great b&b perfect for a two night stay in Ambleside. It's on the main road so there's quite a lot of traffic noise but this didn't interfere with our stay. Close to the center of town and the edge of Windermere lake. You can access a beautiful walk to Troutbeck village with stunning views across the lake from the backroad of the building. There's a huge garden center across the road from the building, I was surprised by the size of it, you can access the ferry to Bowness 10 minutes walk away.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2024

Alison

Very friendly host and amazing breakfast

Lovely Victorian guesthouse midway between Ambleside Pier and town centre. Parking permit provided for nearest car park 100m plus can be used in other car parks in the Lakes. Excellent cooked breakfast and other selections available. Very friendly host, nothing was too much trouble. Lots of tourist leaflets available on each floor of 3 storey house. Bed very comfy. Would definitely recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2024

Richard

This B&B enhanced my walking holiday a lot!

The owner and the staff she employed were very helpful, approachable and polite.

I stayed for 10 nights for a solo walking holiday and the owner was very willing to suggest local walks that involved great views and sights, including fantastic views of Windermere or the waterfall-in-the-old-growth-wood nearby.

Each morning I was given a decent breakfast, a hot drink with oat milk, and the option to have cereal, orange juice or fruit salad.

My room was very functional with a small kettle, a sink and a TV. My private shower just down the hall was high pressure, warmed quickly and was cleaned daily.

I'd definitely recommend Lyndale Guest House and would definitely visit again if I wanted to stay in the same area.

Thanks again to the owner and the team.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2024

Richard

This B&B enhanced my great walking holiday a lot!

The owner and the staff she employed were very helpful, approachable and polite.

I stayed for 10 nights for a solo walking holiday and the owner was very willing to suggest local walks that involved great views and sights, including fantastic views of Windermere or the waterfall-in-the-old-growth-wood nearby.

Each morning I was given a decent breakfast, a hot drink with oat milk, and the option to have cereal, orange juice or fruit salad.

The parking permit provided lets you park in other specified areas across the Lake District, and the car park for the B&B is just a minute's walk away.

My room was very functional with a small kettle, a sink and a TV. My private shower just down the hall was high pressure, warmed quickly and was cleaned daily.

I'd definitely recommend Lyndale Guest House and would definitely visit again if I wanted to stay in the same area.

Thanks again to the owner and the team.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2024

Richard

This B&B enhanced my great walking holiday a lot!

The owner, Alison, and the staff she employed were very helpful, approachable and polite.

I stayed for 10 nights for a solo walking holiday and Alison was very willing to suggest local walks that involved great views and sights, including fantastic views of Windermere or the waterfall-in-the-old-growth-wood nearby.

Each morning I was given a decent breakfast, a hot drink with oat milk, and the option to have cereal, orange juice or fruit salad.

The parking permit provided lets you park in other specified areas across the Lake District, and the car park for the B&B is just a minute's walk away.

My room was very functional with a small kettle, a sink and a TV. My private shower just down the hall was high pressure, warmed quickly and was cleaned daily.

I'd definitely recommend Lyndale Guest House and would definitely visit again if I wanted to stay in the same area.

Thanks again Alison and the team.

Self

8/10

Excellent

13 Jul 2024

Gayle

Good

All good apart from the very soft bed which was a bit lumpy. Also a bit of noise from the road outside. But very clean as no good breakfast.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2024

Penelope

2 Nights in a excellent bed and breakfast. 10/10 .

If i could give 11/10 I would .

We went for 2 nights and would definitely go again..The host Alison was very friendly and helpful. Free parking was via a parking permit in a local council carpark , which could be used in other car parks.

The room was spotless and a quite big with your own bathroom .The bed was so comfortable I slept really well and was made each day while we were out exploring


Breakfast was very tasty with a good choice catering for many tastes.My husband had a full English each morning while i had egg on toast. Alison also catered for vegetarians and those with different dietary needs.

While Lyndale bed and breakfast is on the main road we didnt find traffic a problem.


The bed and breakfast is 5 minutes walk from Ambleside village which is delightful and a popular place for walkers .In Ambleside there is lots of choice for finding something to eat on an evening, from fish and chips to pub grub and more .
There are all the shops you would expected from quaint gift gift shops to mini supermarkets and plenty of walking /climbing attire shops. Or get a ice cream or coffee and just watch the world go by .
Waterhead pier on lake windermere is a 2 minutes drive or a 10 minutes walk , with spectacular views of the lake and surrounding hills, and is well worth the walk.
The b&b is on a bus route and its worth leaving the car and taking a bus to Kendal or Keswick, you get to see the surrounding countryside without having to worry about finding parking / fee

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2024

Andrew

Lovely place to stay

The guest house is a great place. The staff are friendly and helpful. The food was fantastic.
When I return to Ambleside this will be my first choice

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2024

daniel

Perfect base for a stay in ambleside

A very well presented guest house in a great location. Very friendly and welcoming. The room was clean, comfortable and very well presented. The breakfast was great. Not one thing to complain about.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2024

Joanne

Fabulous guest house and a lovely owner
Beds were amazingly comfy
Guest house very clean
Dog friendly

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2024

Mick

Excellent location, 5 mins from lovely Ambleside centre which has numerous cafes, pubs and restaurants .
Excellent breakfast and very clean rooms .

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2024

JOHN

Wonderful place wonderful host

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2023

JOHN

Alison is an amazing host

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2023

Kelvin

Lovely location in the middle of the lakes, nice and clean and a short walk away from plenty of bars and restaurants.great value for money

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2023

Mike

100% would return!

Amazing stay at Lyndale, really welcoming host, clean modern rooms and tasty breakfast!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2023

Jon

Great stay, 100% stay again.

Perfect stay, lovely brekkie, spotless room, great location and the host was super helpful - nothing too much bother.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2023

Andrew

excellent location, clean and cheerful

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2023

Pauline

Enjoyable stay

Spent 2 nights here but wished that it could've been for longer. Comfy bed, clean room, tea/coffee available in room, and great breakfast choices. Alison is a great host, would highly recommend!

Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2023

Christopher

Nice place to stay

Very welcoming owner and helpful. Room was spacious and quiet. Location on the outskirts of town but an easy 5 minutes walk to restaurants

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2023

Gary

Pleasant 4 night stay

Lovely place. Rooms very clean and contemporary. Great location. Fairly close to town, walkable, but not too noisy. Within 10 mins walk of the main bus stop in Ambleside and bus stops within a couple of minutes. Very nice breakfast and service. Informative local knowledge and books at hand. Ambleside is a great base to explore the Lakes with a lot going on during the night and day. I hope to return.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2023

Ayshea

Lovely B&B.

Great B&B, nice and clean with great breakfast

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2023

Tom

Very welcoming, clean and great service.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2022

Linda

Excellent stay

Excellent accommodation fabulous food and nothing too much trouble for Alison

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2022

Louisa

Had a lovely stay, a friendly welcome from Alison. Had an upgrade and stayed in family room. Lovely views from the windows. Nice full English breakfast and smaller options on menu. Close to lakeside and Ambleside shops. Free car parking with parking pass which included other car parks in Windermere, Bowness, Grassmere, Ulverston and Grange Over Sands. Enjoyed chatting to Alison and other guests in the morning. Great location for exploring the lakes by car.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2022

Kate

Highly recommended

Excellent stay, beds very comfortable and everywhere immaculately clean. Great host and breakfasts were cooled to order, with plenty of juice and tea.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2022

Amanda

Excellent b&b, highly recommend

A wonderfully clean and comfortable room. A very tasty breakfast. A friendly and informative host. I couldn't have asked for more. I'll be booking again.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2022

Calvyn

Comfortable and friendly

Comfortable and friendly stay caring for our needs.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2022

Gareth

Our stay at the Lyndale really was faultless. Check-in was easy, parking was well organised too, and the Lyndale itself was the perfect base for our long weekend.

It's in an ideal location, just on the main road into Ambleside, and is a lovely little place to stay. Our room was clean, tidy, comfortable and quiet, with all the facilities we needed.

Breakfast was excellent, lots of different options and of a high quality, and Alison was a perfect host too. She knows the area inside out and gave us plenty of tips on places to visit.

We will be back in the future.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2022

Hilary

Wonderful hospitality

Lovely welcome and comfortable stay. Every detail thought of.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2022

Adrian

Short break in Ambleside

Lyndale is very conveniently located a few minutes walk from the centre of Ambleside and a short distance from the public car park, for which a free parking permit is issued. Local hikes, for walkers of all abilities, can be accessed directly.
Lyndale met all our needs - as well as the convenient location and being great value for money, it was comfortable and clean and the breakfasts ample and delicious. It is expertly run by Alison for whom nothing is too much trouble. A great find that is highly recommended!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2022

Verified traveler

Good location within easy walk of the town. Beside a busy road with a lot of traffic noise. Single room with separate toilet and shower in a very tiny space.
Friendly and amenable host providing excellent breakfasts.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

06 Dec 2021

Simon

Friendly helpful staff and good breakfast but room was below standard for a modern b and b with a tiny old fashioned shower room. Hard to reommend

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2021

Clare

Good location. Very comfy room. Great breakfast. Host really friendly.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2021

amy

Lovely guest house with very comfortable bed, clean and spacious room with everything you need. Very friendly staff with good knowledge of the area. Would definitely recommend

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2021

Antony

Fantastic reception from Alison, checkin and breakfast were seamless. Very well adapted COVID protocols that didn't negatively effect our stay at all. If I can think of any small negatives, the shower could be more powerful and it would be useful to have hooks on the wall for coats - there was a wardrobe with hangers, but perhaps that's not the best place for wet coats. I'm really picking at straws with those negatives though. The breakfast was fantastic, served hot and we didn't have to wait long for it to be prepared at all. I would recommend staying here, it is walking distance to town, comfortable and welcoming. I will definitely stay again next time I'm in Ambleside.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Sep 2021

Vincent

Walking from ambleside.

Another great stay. Excellent facilities. Within walking distance of ambleside village. Perfectly positioned for any one on a ealking holiday.
Good breakfast and a hassle free stay.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2021

Franeck

Lyndale Guest House great review

Host was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious! Lyndale is a great location, near local amenities and with close free parking.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

The property was very clean and comfortable with all the amenities you could need for your stay.
The staff were very friendly and keen to help you which was a key thing.
The breakfasts were delicious and something to look forward to before your day started.
The location was perfect with a five minute walk to Ambleside town centre and close to key road networks that will get you to the key attractions within the Lake District.
Overall a brilliant place to stay if you are planning a trip to the Lakes. Highly recommended.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Had a lovely stay at Lyndal Guest House. The accommodation was clean and breakfast was amazing (plenty of options for vegetarians too). The room was a great size and Alison was so friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2021

Vincent

Wet stay in ambleside

Great place to stay old victorian building with a real solid feel to it. Free parking which was fantastic. The weather was lousy but the friendliness of everyone there made up for it. Handy for hayes garden centre only across the road.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2020

Verified traveler

We had an excellent stay. Great location, brilliant hospitality & great facilities

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2020

naomi

Relaxing break

Just managed to get this little break in pre lockdown. I was made to feel very welcome and quickly relaxed. My single room was well fitted out with everything I needed. Private bathroom just down the hall. Excellent breakfast, attentive hosts happy to provide useful local knowledge to help you make the best of your stay. I will return.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2020

R

Clean, specious and delicious!

Lovely say, the owners were fastidious about COVId regulations and did everything they could to make the stay as safe as possible. Lovely big rooms with a huge comfy bed and adequate amenities including tea and coffee facilities, wine glasses, towels, bedding, pillows, storage, TV etc. The bathroom is a decent size and had lovely shampoo and handwash provided. The whole place was extremely clean which was appreciated. Breakfast was plentiful and absolutely delicious, loads of choice and well made. Our hosts were extremely accommodating and friendly, making the stay even more pleasant.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2020

Dawn

Good food, great room and friendly staff

Partner