The Gables Guest House

While I did find the guesthouse to be clean, tidy, and in a great location close to local amenities, there were a few issues that made my stay less pleasant than I had hoped. During breakfast, I was asked out loud in front of other guests whether I had paid, despite the funds already being in place. It was an uncomfortable and embarrassing experience. Additionally, I became unwell after eating breakfast on Monday, which unfortunately affected my ability to have breakfast this morning. There were also a few issues with the room (room 10): the bathroom’s louvre doors were quite awkward and a hindrance, and the extractor fan ran for too long, creating a lot of noise, especially since there wasn’t a proper door. This made it difficult to sleep. The single bed mattress was also quite uncomfortable, which further impacted my ability to get a good night’s rest. Also, as I was unwell due to eating the breakfast on Monday I had to retire to bed in the afternoon, interrupted by workers in the next room banging.

From the minute we arrived at The Gables we were treated like friends. The location was perfect for the countless number of places we wanted to visit. Neither of us had visited the Lakes before and there was always someone on hand when we needed travel guidance. Our room was just right and the bed so comfortable. As for breakfast; the chef was amazing both for me a vegetarian and my wife a ‘traditional full English’ eater. Do try the scrambled eggs on toast … awesome ! Altogether it was perfect.

A very clean, comfortable and friendly guesthouse, in a great location. The facilities were great including tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, tv, fluffy towels and a comfortable bed. The breakfast with all its options was fantastic. I will definitely stay again.

Very friendly and helpful staff, breakfast had a good selection and enjoyable. Fantastic location. Some parking but easy to find alternative if there are no spaces. Very good value for money, would recommend for solo travel if you like somewhere quiet.

Very quiet, comfortable and spotlessly clean B&B in a great location close to the centre of Ambleside. There’s a small private car park and limited road parking opposite. Cooked breakfast was very tasty. Very helpful staff. Overall happy to recommend

An amazing guest house, clean, friendly, perfect location, quiet, glasses for wine, champagne oh not forgetting ice for your choice of nightcap, breakfast delicious. Cannot fault it in any shape or form. What more can I say Can't wait to return Thank you

Really excellent staff nothing is too much trouble , helped with parking arrangements, directions also service at breakfast great . Very central to main centre and lovely walks nearby with various difficulties and clearly marked so no getting lost

A ‘last minute’ booking, the Gables, as usual, provided a warm and friendly welcome. My room was spotless and very comfortable and the breakfasts set me up each day for lengthy walks on the nearby fells. I parked my car and didn’t drive again until the day I left, having had a really enjoyable 3 day break. Thank you once again.

We have stayed at the Gables over many years but were apprehensive about the change in ownership but I am pleased to say that there was still the same warm welcome and a desire to help. Rooms are comfortable and well appointed, breakfasts great. Sited close to the centre of Ambleside it is very convenient and being cyclists and walkers the added convenience of a drying room and ability to store bikes in the cellar is great. We will definitely be booking there again next year