Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The host will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property welcomes adults only
Payment types at the property
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Property is also known as
Wanslea
Wanslea Ambleside
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Frequently asked questions
Is Wanslea Guest House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Wanslea Guest House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Wanslea Guest House?
Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wanslea Guest House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wanslea Guest House located?
Situated in Ambleside, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. Borrans Park and Ambleside Pier are also within 10 minutes.
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Wanslea Guest House Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 417 reviews
10 - Excellent
287
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 417 reviews
8 - Good
109
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 417 reviews
6 - Okay
16
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 417 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 417 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
A well kept B&B run by a lovely, friendly couple. Only a short walk from Ambleside and very close to a bus stop with frequent buses all through the central Lakes.
Robert
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Clean and comfortable place to stay in a really convenient location. It is a short walk to Windermere one way and Ambleside town centre the other. Breakfast was excellent (the bacon is amazing) in a spacious, informal dining room and trust me, you must try the rhubarb and ginger jam. Parking is catered for and not a problem. Owners Tina and Steve are such nice people - friendly and as helpful as could be and very knowledgable about the area. It will be the first place I check for availability when I'm next in Ambleside. A great stay - thank you Tina and Steve. PS - I made it up Wansfell Pike no problem :)
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Great hosts, spotlessly clean, well kept. Happy guests
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
Friendly hosts, super clean and characterful.
Elizabeth
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
From start to finish it was a great stay.
Really clean!
Very friendly!
Lovely breakfasts!
Would definitely stay there again.
Samuel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
Lovely place to stay and very conveniently located. Hosts were very pleasant. Would definitely stay here again.
William
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10
We had an excellent stay at Wanslea and we had a lovely experience for comfort, food and its connectedness to the Lake District. We highly commend this guest house.
John
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10
Great location for the town, fabulous welcome, very informative. Lovely clean and spacious bedroom and fantastic breakfast. Would highly recommend
Patricia
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
Good hosts, convenience location, free parking permit provided in surrounding areas, spacious and comfort room.
Chi Wai
10/10
Great guest house near Ambleside - it’s a warm and easygoing place with lovely rooms, and does a great breakfast.
Aldo
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10
lovely properrty about 10 minutes from the town centre, big room, an excellent breakfast and knowledgeable host
Colin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
We had a lovely stay at Wanslea,very nice hosts,lovely clean and spacious rooms,excellent location with free parking nearby,very good breakfast,first class all round, looking forward to returning one day
JOHN
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10
Amazing hosts and perfect location to walk into Ambleside. The breakfast was amazing. Will definitely return again
Craig
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10
service, hospitality, cleanliness, private. ease of getting into and out of Ambleside. would fully recommend.
Scott
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
Lovely host fantastic african room very spacious and spotlessly clean. Lovely breakfast.would recommend Would stay again. 5 stars ⭐
Susan
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10
Wanslea Guest house was just what I needed, an oasis in England's beautiful Lake District. The owners spoil you with a wonderful breakfast (many food options), incredibly clean rooms, a well stocked tea cart, comfortable furniture. I would return here in a heartbeat!
Jennie
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10
A lovely stay at Wanslea Guest House. The room was perfect and the breakfast was sublime. Will defo be coming back!
Lydia
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10
The Arabian Nights room was the best room in a guesthouse we've ever stayed in. It had everything we needed - comfy bed, warmth, bath, plenty of tea. Breakfast perfectly tailored each day.
Rachel
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
Lovely hosts. We were especially impressed with the finely chopped fruit salad!! Beautiful room and perfect location for exploring Ambleside and beyond.
Anna
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
Lovely spacious room and very clean. Breakfast was speedy and excellent.Would live to stay again.thanks.
Lynne
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
8/10
Great location. Traditional and attractive well maintained building.
Hosts very friendly and hospitable. Breakfast very nice. Room very comfortable. The only issue you could have is with the limited parking. Permits for the nearby parking lot was available also.
karen
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Wanslea Guest House is a comfortable and welcoming place. It is close to shopping and food as well as a short walk to the Windermere cruises. The hosts are so helpful, without being intrusive. Steve’s recommendations for walks and excursions are invaluable. The breakfasts are delicious! I cannot recommend Wanslea highly enough and would definitely visit again.
simon
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
We had a wonderful few days in Ambleside, staying with Tina and Steve. Everything about the guest house is exactly what we wanted. Clean, friendly, great breakfast, etc. It is a perfect location for visiting Ambleside in the surrounding area. Highly recommended.
Jon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10
Lovely stay. Warm welcome from Steve on arrival. Explained parking, limited at property but free at pay and display when displaying parking card that Steve gave us.
Fantastic room, very spacious. Tea, coffee, glasses, cork screw, iron and ironing board.
Great breakfast, order evening before. Cereal, juice available also. Steve and Tina were excellent hosts...not forgetting Charlie. Definitely recommended.
Allison
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Great place to use as a base to explore the area. Not much directly around the property but it is walking distance from Ambleside's pubs and restaurants.
Room 1 was nicely renovated, clean and comfortable.
Breakfast was excellent!