Best Western Ambleside Salutation Hotel, Ambleside
Lake Road, Ambleside, LA22 9BX
Guest Rating: 
4.2 / 5
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About the hotel
In the heart of the Lake District, amid dramatic fells and picturesque valleys, you will find The Ambleside Salutation.
Enjoying a village centre location and boasting breathtaking views, this 17th century hotel has welcomed visitors since 1600.
The Garden Room is open for lunch and evening meals, with a wide selection of dishes available. Our on-site leisure club is exclusive to hotel guests.
The hotel advises that from 01 July 2007, the Ambleside Salutation Hotel will be completely non-smoking, including the guest bedrooms.
Hotel Facilities
General
- Luggage Storage,
- Restaurant,
- Bar,
- Parking ,
- Free Parking,
- Pets Allowed,
- Safety Deposit Box.
Activities
- Jacuzzi,
- Sauna,
- Indoor Swimming Pool,
- Turkish/Steam Bath,
- Fitness Centre.
Services
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN,
- Internet Services,
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
- Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
- Dry Cleaning.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 15:00 hours onwards.
- You must check out by 11:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later, the first night will be charged. In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children from 1 to 16 years are charged 100 % of the room stay per night when using existing bedding. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. There is no capacity for cots in the room.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- Master Card,
- American Express,
- Diners Card.
Room information
Each of the rooms is charming and tastefully decorated, with an en suite bathroom featuring a power shower. Club rooms are also available upon request. Hotel rooms may be allocated anywhere in the hotel, including in the new extensions.
Please see individual room details for a complete list of the facilities on offer in each room.
Double Room more info
Each of the rooms is charming and tastefully decorated, with an en suite bathroom featuring a power shower. Club rooms are also available upon request. Hotel rooms may be allocated anywhere in the hotel, including in the new extensions.
Amenities:
- Pay TV,
- Trouser Press,
- Bathroom,
- Toilet,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Radio,
- Bath,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Satellite TV,
- Telephone,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- TV,
- Hairdryer.
Christmas Package more info
Christmas Eve Start with a welcoming Cumbrian afternoon tea to revive you after your journey. Then it is time to settle in or take a visit to the local church for the service, followed by a glass of mulled wine on your return to the hotel. Join us in the hotel bar for a cocktail, before dinner is served in the restaurant. After dinner, international cabaret artist, David Ford, will perform his American Legends show. Christmas Day At the salutation, breakfast will be served, followed by a visit from Santa with presents for everyone. During the morning, the chefs will have prepared a sumptuous traditional Christmas lunch. By the time you have finished eating, you will be glad to have an afternoon free to walk off the excess or to simply relax in the lounges. In the evening, there will be a gala buffet and a visit from the Lakes Hand Bell Ringers. After dinner, the hotel will be hosting our popular Christmas Quiz, so get your thinking caps on! Boxing Day The day starts with breakfast in the restaurant. Then our guests will be boarding the bus down to Waterhead for a cruise on Windermere. We’ll return to the hotel for a light lunch afterwards. After dinner, there will be entertainment 27th December Following breakfast this morning, it’s time to bid farewell once again. Take care on your way home, and don’t leave it too long before you visit again.
Amenities:
- Pay TV,
- Trouser Press,
- Bathroom,
- Toilet,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Radio,
- Bath,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Satellite TV,
- Telephone,
- Shower,
- Heating,
- TV,
- Hairdryer.
Club Room more info
Each room is charming and tastefully decorated, with an en suite bathroom with power shower. Club rooms are provided water and a newspaper during your stay. Hotel rooms may be allocated anywhere in the hotel, including in the new extensions.
Amenities:
- Slippers,
- Bathroom,
- Shower,
- Bathrobe,
- Toilet.
Restaurants and Bars
The hotel is open for lunch and dinner and offers a wide selection of meals, featuring the finest, freshest produce from the region.
Please be advised that children under 5 years old are not allowed in the Garden Room Restaurant, but are more than welcome to eat in the bistro, where there is a children’s menu available from 17:30.
Directions
From North:
j40 from m6, follow a66 to the turning for St Johns in the Vale and then join a591 to Ambleside. Hotel is on the left after pedestrian crossing
From South:
J36 from M6, follow A591 to Ambleside. Follow one way system into town center, at lights turn right and the hotel is on the left.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation