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A stone building with multiple chimneys and a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and a foggy background.

A reception area with a 'Please ring for attention' sign, a bulletin board with various items, and a vase with flowers on a table.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, chairs, a clock on the wall, and a view through the window.

A building with a sign reading "Brantfell" and a "NO VACANCIES" sign on the window. There are flower boxes with various plants and flowers, and a metal fence with pink flowers in the foreground.

1. Brantfell House

0.7 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Sharon

₹12,650

₹15,179 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bottle of Prosecco and two glasses of wine on a wooden table near a fountain.

A modern room with large windows, a grey sofa, a round table, and wicker chairs.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a red armchair, a checkered sofa, a small table with a cup and saucer, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a cozy seating area.

2. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

Ambleside Town Centre, 0.3 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Lynne

₹21,747

₹26,097 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with views of greenery, and a wooden ceiling with a chandelier.

A neatly made bed with rolled towels, two bedside lamps, and a dark pillow.

A room with a bay window, a dining table with chairs, a leather armchair, and a cabinet.

A stone building with a green sign reading "Rothay Gardens Residents Car Park Telephone 01539 4".

3. Rothay Garth

0.7 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Tony

₹8,369

₹10,042 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A coastal town with a marina, houses, and green hills in the background.

A stone building with a small patio area featuring a table and two chairs.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a mountainous backdrop.

A large stone house with a well-maintained garden and a green gazebo.

4. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

1.7 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Trusha

₹8,327

₹9,993 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a Christmas decoration, a bartender, and a sign reading "TEMPERANCE".

A stone building with multiple windows and a sign reading "The Temperance Inn".

A bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and hanging light fixtures.

A traditional village with stone buildings, a church, and a pub with outdoor seating.

5. The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group

Ambleside Town Centre, 0.4 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Ian

₹9,382

₹11,258 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A riverside hotel with outdoor seating, a dock, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A cozy seating area with a view of a lake and boats, featuring a table with a menu and a chair.

6. Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

1.4 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Jennifer

₹10,436

₹12,523 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A lakeside town with a dock, boats, and a large building with a green roof.

A view from a balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by various trees and shrubs.

7. Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

1.4 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Lisa

₹9,382

₹11,258 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hot tub with a blue towel on it, surrounded by greenery and trees.

A hallway with a dog sitting by a door leading to a garden.

A bedroom with a large bathtub, a bed with multiple pillows, a small stool with toiletries, and a window with curtains.

A spacious room with a large dining table, multiple chairs, and a decorative cart.

8. Rothay Manor Hotel

1 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Karen

₹33,733

₹40,479 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

9. Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

1.9 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Gregory

₹9,969

₹11,963 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a view of a lake with boats, and a brick wall.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a patterned floor.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, overlooking a body of water and a stone building.

10. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

1.5 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Lina

₹10,436

₹12,523 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a view through a glass door, and a window.

A modern room with a sofa, a patterned rug, a large window, and a view of the cityscape.

A building with a sign reading 'The Fisherbeck' at the entrance, a stone-paved courtyard, and a bench on the right.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a hanging plant, and a chandelier.

11. Waterhead Rooms & Suites - Parking and Light Breakfast

0.9 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Andrew

₹9,212

₹11,054 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A pool with a view of a lake and mountains, surrounded by trees and wooden deck chairs.

A room with a bed, two chairs, and a table with a vase. It has a large window with a view of a lake and mountains.

A cozy cabin with a stone fireplace, a large window, and a wooden interior.

A balcony with a table, a chair, a bottle of champagne, and a glass of wine.

12. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

2.9 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Jill

₹17,379

₹20,855 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A cozy, rustic interior with wooden floors, plaid-patterned chairs, and a dining area with a stone wall and hanging lights.

The exterior of The Ambleside Inn, featuring a stone facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a signboard.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a mirror, and a wall with two framed pictures.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a bar with shelves of bottles, and a sign reading "Hotel Reception".

13. The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group

Ambleside Town Centre, 0.3 km from Armitt Museum and Library

sheena

₹8,327

₹9,993 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a radiator.

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, two bedside tables with candles, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A compact bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

A small, cozy room with a sloped ceiling, a wooden desk with a chair, two wicker chairs with cushions, a radiator, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

14. Ambleside Central

Ambleside Town Centre, 0.5 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Melody

₹8,468

₹10,162 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A restaurant interior with stone walls, hanging wicker lamps, and bar stools.

A stone building with a sloped roof, a wooden deck with outdoor furniture, and a garden area with various plants and flowers.

A street view with stone buildings, a clear sky, and parked cars.

15. Ambleside Guest House

Ambleside Town Centre, 0.4 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Cheryl

₹11,596

₹15,179 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, an oven, a dishwasher, and a toaster.

A living room with a grey sofa, a grey armchair, and a small table. There are two wall-mounted picture frames with animal prints.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a door leading outside.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a wardrobe, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

16. Quaysiders Lakes Resort

1.4 km from Armitt Museum and Library

"Quaysiders resort is an apartment/hotel right by the upper side of Lake Windermere in Ambleside. It is in an absolutely perfect location close to the lake, shops, restaurants. We stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment with a kitchen that had all kitchen amenities. Our Apartment was very clean and spacious . There is an indoor pool that was warm and it can also be like a Jacuzzi. There is also a Sauna. The resort also has a laundry room and dryer so I was able to do my laundry while on our stay. The...

Hajara

₹14,431

₹17,317 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rustic wooden door with a sign reading "Old Oak Cottage" and a stone wall with a lantern.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a room with a window and a framed picture on the wall.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills and weight machines.

A spa area with a hot tub, tiled steps, and red ambient lighting.

17. Old Oak Cottage

0.2 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Charlotte

₹42,041

₹50,449 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A residential area with a view of a lake, a green hill, and terraced houses in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, a painting, and a ceiling light.

A dining area with a table set for four, a view of a balcony, and a radiator on the wall.

A pier with boats docked, a sign indicating 'Pier 2', and a mountainous backdrop.

18. Waterhead Retreat

1.6 km from Armitt Museum and Library

Josephine

₹52,363

₹62,835 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a toilet.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a black countertop, and a skylight above the sink.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a TV.

19. High Ridge

Ambleside Town Centre, 0.2 km from Armitt Museum and Library

₹49,460

₹59,352 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A stone house with a garden patio, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a cabinet with books and decorative items.

A stone house with a large bay window, a stone chimney, and a gravel driveway.

A stone sign with "RIVER LODGE 3 Fieldfoot" indicating the name and location of the property.

20. River Lodge

1.4 km from Armitt Museum and Library

₹94,619

₹113,542 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Armitt Museum and Library

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Brantfell House	10.0 Exceptional 206 reviews	View
Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa	9.4 Exceptional 965 reviews	View
Rothay Garth	9.2 Wonderful 427 reviews	View
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn	9.2 Wonderful 539 reviews	View
The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group	9.2 Wonderful 265 reviews	View

Top Armitt Museum and Library Hotel Reviews

Rothay Garth

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent little guest house for a short stay in the Lake District. Victor checked us in and looked after us for breakfast. He’s a lovely lad super friendly nothing was too much trouble."

Brathay Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"My wife and I were in Ambleside for four nights and this turned out to be an excellent place to stay . This is a very, very nice hotel. Extremely clean and well appointed. It is family owned and the attention to detail reflects that is locally owned and operated. They are very accommodating. They lay out an excellent breakfast that is a beauty in itself. And there is a nice selection of amenities in the room. I highly recommend this hotel for any Traveler and would stay here again."

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely decor, modern facilities and very helpful staff"

Elder Grove

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, Great bedrooms, Great Breakfast, Great Hosts, Great check in process. Recommended! 5/5"

Waterhead Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Easy self check in, clean and lovely room and bathroom."

Ambleside Townhouse

10/10 Excellent

"Great location with parking. Lovely room."

Compston House B&B - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"A1"

The Gables Guest House

8/10 Good

"Very warm welcome and friendly staff, very comfy bed and hot shower. Close to town. Full English breakfast every morning what more do you need! Warren was really nice and let me check in early. Thank you for a lovely stay."

Melrose Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Melrose Guest House was just brilliant from start to finish. There wasn’t one single thing I could find fault with. Everything was so clean and the breakfast one was of the best I have had. There was so much choice of breakfast items. Tracy and Alan are brilliant hosts. A bonus was the included secure parking area, only a couple of minutes away from the property. The guesthouse is very near to the town centre of Ambleside. Definitely stay there if you are in the area."

Other attractions near Armitt Museum and Library

Rothay Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Rothay Park, a lovely green space in Lakes.

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White Platts Recreation Ground

8.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at White Platts Recreation Ground, a lovely green space in Lakes.

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Ambleside Climbing Wall

8.2/10 (11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Ambleside Climbing Wall during your travels to Lakes. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Stock Ghyll Force

8.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Stock Ghyll Force during your travels in Lakes.

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Ambleside Roman Fort

After visiting Ambleside Roman Fort, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Waterhead. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Borrans Park

Explore the great outdoors at Borrans Park, a lovely green space in Lakes.

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Dora's Field

Explore the great outdoors at Dora's Field, a lovely green space in Rydal. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Rydal Hall Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Rydal Hall Labyrinth during your stay in Rydal. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Armitt Museum and Library?

Armitt Museum and Library is located in a welcoming area of Lakes known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 748 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Armitt Museum and Library?

Adjacent to Armitt Museum and Library, Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group and The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Armitt Museum and Library?

Expedia has 748 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Armitt Museum and Library.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Armitt Museum and Library, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Armitt Museum and Library.

What can I see and do near Armitt Museum and Library?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Wordsworth Museum and Hawkshead Grammar School. Sights like Rydal Mount, Dove Cottage and Wray Castle are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Holehird Gardens, Tarn Hows or Grizedale Forest.

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Our top choices for Armitt Museum and Library hotels

1. Brantfell House

2. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

3. Rothay Garth

4. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

5. The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group

6. Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

7. Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

8. Rothay Manor Hotel

9. Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

10. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

11. Waterhead Rooms & Suites - Parking and Light Breakfast

12. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

13. The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group

14. Ambleside Central

15. Ambleside Guest House

16. Quaysiders Lakes Resort

17. Old Oak Cottage

18. Waterhead Retreat

19. High Ridge

20. River Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Armitt Museum and Library

Top Armitt Museum and Library Hotel Reviews

Rothay Garth

Brathay Lodge

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Elder Grove

Waterhead Retreat

Ambleside Townhouse

Compston House B&B - Adults Only

The Gables Guest House

Melrose Guest House

Other attractions near Armitt Museum and Library

Rothay Park

White Platts Recreation Ground

Ambleside Climbing Wall

Stock Ghyll Force

Ambleside Roman Fort

Borrans Park

Dora's Field

Rydal Hall Labyrinth

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