The Drunken Duck Inn | Hotel in Ambleside

8.5 (77 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  8 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Ambleside Hotel | The Drunken Duck Inn

Hotel in Ambleside

Located in Ambleside and with Lake Windermere reachable within 6.8 miles, The Drunken Duck Inn provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is around 8 miles from World of Beatrix Potter, 20 miles from Muncaster Castle and 20 miles from Derwentwater. Buttermere is 30 miles away and Grizedale Forest is 2.4 miles from the hotel. At the hotel, each room includes a closet. All rooms come with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while selected rooms here will provide you with a terrace and others also have mountain views. All guest rooms in The Drunken Duck Inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving British, Local and International cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Askham Hall is 24 miles from The Drunken Duck Inn, while Wasdale is 27 miles away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 79 miles from the property.

The Drunken Duck Inn is located in Ambleside.

This 11 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Pet Friendly, View, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 77 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to Ambleside and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 11 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in Ambleside. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Drunken Duck Inn in Ambleside is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Drunken Duck Inn”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/Champagne
Parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Parking on site
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Pet friendly
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Room service
  • Pet basket
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.21
Location:
9.29
Staff:
10
Facilities:
8.21
Comfort:
9.29
Cleanliness:
9.64
Roy
Mar 9, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Lovely place run by Lovely people.
Summary: Lovely place run by lovely people
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Smoke Alarm

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
King Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Smoke Alarm

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Superior King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 15 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Superior King Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Private entrance, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Patio

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Deluxe King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Deluxe King Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Sitting area

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Suite with Mountain View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Suite with Mountain View

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Private entrance, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Sitting area

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Double Room with Mountain View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Mountain View

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Smoke Alarm

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 29 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Suite

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Ironing facilities, Private entrance, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Sitting area

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Patio

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
King Room with Mountain View
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 11 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Shower, Shampoo, Body soap, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Carpeted, Heating, Trash cans, Key access, Smoke Alarm

View

View, Mountain view

Services

Wake-up service

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

FAQ's

Is this The Drunken Duck Inn pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Drunken Duck Inn?

Check-in time for The Drunken Duck Inn starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Drunken Duck Inn have a swimming pool?

No, this The Drunken Duck Inn does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Drunken Duck Inn?

Best-rates for the The Drunken Duck Inn starts from $233 per night with includes Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, Parking, Pet Friendly, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, EV Charge Station with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Drunken Duck Inn a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Drunken Duck Inn wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Drunken Duck Inn has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Drunken Duck Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Drunken Duck Inn indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Drunken Duck Inn?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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