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    Melrose Guesthouse Hostel Description

    Set within the heart of the beautiful Lake District in the idyllic village of Ambleside, Melrose Guesthouse offers spacious rooms and free spa access, and is just 15 minutes? walk from Lake Windermere

    The family room comprises of a main room with a double bed and a single bed, with an additional single bedroom off the room There is a large flat screen TV and DVD player, refreshment tray, hair dryer, towels and toiletries There are also en suite shower facilities off the main bedroom This lower ground floor family suite is suitable for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children) or a group of three with a bed apiece

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    Facilities

    Hotel

    • Cloakroom
    • Gardens
    • Heating in public areas
    • Internet WiFi
    • Parking lot/garage
    • Press

    Room

    • Bathrobe
    • Bathroom amenities
    • Carpeted
    • Central heating
    • DVD
    • Fireplace
    • Flat screen TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Iron
    • Kettle (coffee and tea)
    • Non Smoking rooms
    • Only shower
    • Radio
    • TV

    Reviews on Reviews Melrose Guesthouse Hostel

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    Extraordinary 9.6 365 reviews
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    EElla
    06/01/20259Extraordinary

    Positive: Comfortable room, very clean and in good condition. Bathroom was very modern and new, great shower. Good range of breakfast options, easy check in and welcoming. Would come back again!

    Negative: Not a lot! LED light above the bed is a bit bright for a side light, and Bath Sheets would be nice, but genuinely lovely stay.

    CChris
    05/01/202510Extraordinary

    Positive: Perfect cosy guesthouse with a tastey Cumbrian breakfast!

    MMaxine
    05/01/20259Extraordinary

    Positive: A warm welcome awaited and the super king room was fabulous. The bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom was a little sanctuary. The tea and coffee were a treat and fresh Lakeland water each ...

    Negative: There is nothing to dislike.

    EEthan
    04/01/202510Extraordinary

    Positive: Perfect Location , Perfect hosts , Perfect room + bathroom, Perfect breakfast. Perfect stay !

    AAlasdair
    02/01/202510Extraordinary

    Positive: Spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. Pleasant and helpful owners. Excellent breakfast! Very comfortable bed!

    Negative: There was nothing not to like!

    JJennifer
    29/12/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Spotless, lovely and clean throughout the guesthouse. Breakfast was perfect. Comfy bed, room lovely and warm.

    Negative: Everything fabulous.

    DDavid
    02/12/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Everything

    Negative: Not being able to park on site.

    EElizabeth
    01/12/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Tracey and Kevin were the perfect hosts. Excellent communication through the booking process. The room we had was spacious, had everything we could need, and was very comfortable. The provision of ...

    WWarwick
    04/11/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Location in beautiful town and easy access to what we needed Friendly helpful staff Variety of Breakfast choices and it was delicious. Little extras for cuppas in the room, toiletries, chairs in the ...

    SSean
    31/10/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The owners were very accommodating and altered the breakfast menu to satisfy us. Very thoughtful gesture as they went above and beyond.

    Negative: The room needs an added socket under dressing table for hairdryer etc. Could hear next doors TV and snoring through the walls but didn't disturb us too much.

    MMargaret
    20/10/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Everything

    Negative: The weather today 😂

    PPhil
    17/10/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Superb accommodation, the hosts are super friendly and the breakfast is outstanding.

    Negative: Nothing

    AAlex
    10/10/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Very clean & modern. Friendly staff. Good breakfast selection.

    LLuke
    30/09/20249Extraordinary

    Positive: Tracey and Kevin were very nice hosts, the Breakfast was wonderful, bed was comfortable and a clean room. Separate private toilets and shower was also clean. Carpet was well looked after which for me ...

    SSally
    22/09/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Enjoyed my stay, everything was spotless and very comfy, the breakfast was amazing.

    TTodd
    11/09/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Rooms beautifully appointed; bathrooms well done; great location; parking was included; staff very helpful and accommodating!

    Negative: Understandably, the parking was an additional step but they were super helpful to accompany us to the lot after unloading.

    JJane
    08/09/20248Very good

    Positive: Lovely decor

    Negative: Limited option for early breakfast

    JJanet
    01/09/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Clean, airy, bright & well kept. Friendly hosts. Parking spot nearby. Well organised.

    Negative: WiFi was a bit hit & miss but maybe because we were on the lower floor.

    VVoirrey
    31/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Location and secure parking. Good selection for breakfast. We arrived a bit early but our room was ready and the host Kevin helped us with our luggage.

    Negative: N/A

    CCarroll
    31/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Breakfast was lovely such a great choice and the location was great for pubs/restraunts/bus stops

    Negative: It was great in every way had a great stay will be back soon

    PPaul
    25/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Location and parking arrangements. Breakfast was lovely too

    Negative: Fireplace in room.. hit my head on it twice!!! lol

    DDavid
    25/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Breakfast great. Room comfortable and owners lovely.

    Negative: Everything fine

    MMaya
    24/08/20249Extraordinary

    Positive: The food was great, there was Gluten free toast

    Negative: The controls for the thermostat was a bit confusing and I woke up hot in the night

    EEdith
    18/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The location is excellent, near restaurants, bus station, parc. There are mainy trails to walk just from the door. The lake is at walking distance, or very quickly by bus. The owners were very kind ...

    Negative: Nothing (the weather...)

    BBernadette
    11/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: This guest house is a little gem. From the minute we arrived we were welcomed by Kevin and allowed to check in early. He provided us with the keys to our room and explained where we could park our car...

    Negative: Nothing couldn’t fault anything.

    BBernard
    11/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Very friendly and informative very clean and superb breakfast

    AAmina
    09/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The Dubble room was perfect for 2 people. Excellent location, town centre is in walking distance. very clean room, and delicious breakfast 😋. The owners of the property were really friendly.

    Negative: The single room was a bit small with no toilet inside. And single room mattrass was a bit uncomfortable to sleep.

    CChristina
    04/08/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: + excellent location + very modern, clean room + take-away breakfast on request for an early start

    FFirth
    29/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Attention to detail, the little added touches. Great Breakfast, Great Hosts.

    Negative: Having to leave to come home.

    DDavid
    29/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Clean and perfectly placed, Tracey was so helpful on where to eat

    MMary
    27/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The guest house is spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Very central location close to all amenities. The host was extremely welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was excellent and secure car parking was...

    Negative: Nothing

    JJade
    26/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Great location, spotlessly clean, fantastic breakfast, lovely hosts!

    Negative: The bathroom was slightly small, tight getting out of the shower but this is to be expected in a smaller b and b and wasn’t really an issue for a one nights stay.

    RRobert
    25/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Lovely comfortable room, great location and hosts, breakfasts were excellent. Really made our stay enjoyable.

    LLesley
    20/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Loved the room. Great views. Location perfect. Owners brilliant. Breakfast lovely.

    EElise
    18/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The location of the guest house was perfect. The room was spotlessly clean and extremely comfortable. The breakfast was excellent, plenty of choice. The owners made us feel very welcome.

    Negative: Nothing

    PPritesh
    07/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The B&B is just perfect. Great location, great hosts and the rooms were much better than most hotels! The breakfast was delicious and kept us going for the whole day.

    Negative: Loved everything about the place.

    VVeselina
    06/07/20249Extraordinary

    Positive: Extremely clean and beautiful rooms. Excellent location and one of the best hosts I have ever had.

    Negative: I had to order my breakfast before 7pm, sometimes you can be away all day and I would rather choose my breakfast on the day and not one day before.

    SScott
    05/07/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Clean and tidy property near to the local amenities. With friendly and accommodating hosts in Kevin and Tracey.

    AAlison
    28/06/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Wonderful location, fantastic hosts and delicious breakfasts! An extremely comfortable guest house, everything was perfect.

    Negative: Nothing - it was perfect.

    CChris
    12/06/20249Extraordinary

    Positive: Wonderful property, friendly hosts, great breakfasts, and secure parking for our car was a real bonus!

    AAntony
    01/06/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: guest house absolutely top draw been twice will return

    MMillie
    27/05/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Everything! The place and the staff were both amazing.

    Negative: Nothing!

    AAndrew
    13/05/20248Very good

    Positive: My wife was happy with the breakfast. The location is perfect. The room was lovely. I liked the in-room tea/coffee facility.

    Negative: There was no facility for me to have an early breakfast. It would be a good idea to be prepared for Fred Whitton riders in future and have a plan in place. As it stands, I would not book this again ...

    GGraham
    13/05/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The premises were immaculate and comfortable. Well furnished and modern and within walking distance of both the town and parking.

    DDavid
    09/05/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Fabulous couple, very helpful allowing me to park my Lambretta in their garage

    Negative: Nothing

    CCatherine
    05/05/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Fabulous!

    Negative: Nothing

    TTracey
    29/04/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Exceptional. Very clean and comfortable. Beautifully decorated throughout. Excellent breakfast, lovely hosts, secure free parking and in a great location too

    LLauren
    25/04/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Amazing breakfast. Secure parking. Staff extremely friendly and welcoming

    Negative: Nothing

    JJack
    23/04/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Very clean, well priced, very friendly couple who own the property and location.

    AAnthony
    21/04/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Melrose Guest house is a must stay if you are visiting Ambleside, great location, very friendly owners who go out of there way to make your stay welcoming, also they allowed us to store our Scooters ...

    Negative: Nothing keep doing what you are doing.

    JJessie
    05/04/20249Extraordinary

    Positive: Excellent breakfast. Superb location. Wonderful stay, thank you.

    AAmanda
    02/04/20249Extraordinary

    Positive: Fantastic place, great location, beautiful decor and spotlessly clean. Hosts Kevin and Tracey were lovely, very welcoming and helpful.

    Negative: Nothing.

    SSahin
    31/03/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Brilliant hosts, lovely breakfast

    Negative: Absolutely nothing

    GGary
    07/03/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: The room was lovely, the location is perfect. The owners where very helpful and made breakfast especially for our needs as vegans

    EElle
    25/02/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Great location, comfy bed, friendly owners, lovely decor, very clean, tasty breakfast, parking included. Couldn’t fault it

    Negative: Nothing

    JJo
    19/02/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Absolute gem in the heart of Ambleside, secure parking. Comfy room, excellent facilities, the most delicious breakfast 😋 will be returning.

    Negative: Nothing

    PPhil
    16/02/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Very well organised

    Negative: Difficul to unlock front door.

    JJonathan
    16/02/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Great room & ensuite

    TTony
    22/01/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: Very well presented - love the stylish light wooden theme. Centrally located for pubs, restaurants, cinemas and shops. Private and secure off road parking a short walk away.

    Negative: Nothing.

    AAngela
    03/01/20249Extraordinary

    Positive: Friendly and comfortable

    DDiane
    01/01/202410Extraordinary

    Positive: A perfect location with car parking avaliable. The hosts are lovely and the cooked breakfast is perfection. A beautiful immaculate room, a comfortable bed and lovely ensuite. You really feel at ...

    Negative: It rained too much! But the guest house has umbrellas!

    RRichard
    30/12/20239Extraordinary

    Positive: We were able to check in early and with the awful weather it was a bonus.

    DDawn
    19/12/20239Extraordinary

    Positive: Excellent location with free parking. Our room was very comfortable and had obviously recently been refurbished. My daughter is coeliac and there were plenty of gluten free options for breakfast.

    JJack
    17/12/202310Extraordinary

    Positive: We stayed Oct 6-9th. Really welcoming, lovely owners. It was my partners birthday during our stay and they left a box of chocolates and a note for her when we arrived back from our day out. Highly ...