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About the Hotel

Barngates, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0NG
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Close to Lake Windermere
Great
8.5
/10
3.6
4.2
/5

The Drunken Duck Inn Ambleside offers a terrace, located approximately a 10-minute drive from the rope-bound Treetop Lake District. This Ambleside inn serves British dishes prepared in the à la carte restaurant on site.

Location

The hotel is 3.4 km from the tranquil woodland Stagshaw Garden in Ambleside.

The accommodation is also a short way from Lake Windermere. You can easily find Bridge House nearly a 15-minute ride from The Drunken Duck Ambleside.

This hotel in Ambleside is 80 km from Carlisle Lake District airport.

Rooms

Overlooking the mountain, the 11 rooms are appointed with ironing equipment, as well as modern facilities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Private bathrooms also feature a hairdryer and towels for travellers' utmost comfort.

Must-do experiences

  • Hike Loughrigg Fell for stunning views and peaceful trails.
  • Savor creamy Lakeland cheese at The Cheese Shop Ambleside.
  • Explore the ancient ruins of Rydal Mount, Wordsworth's home.
  • Visit the quirky Bridge House, nestled over a stream.
  • Join a local distillery tour and taste Ambleside gin.
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The Drunken Duck Inn offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior King Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard King Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
King Room Mountain View
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Mountain View
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Bathtub
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Facilities

The Drunken Duck Inn offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Drunken Duck Inn Location

Barngates, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0NG
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Barngates, Ambleside, United Kingdom, LA22 0NG
Restaurants
The Drunken Duck Inn
600 ft
Barngates
Drunken Duck
600 ft
Barngates
Getting around
City Centre
Ambleside6 min  ·  2.4 mi
Airports
Carlisle Lake District Airport (CAX)120 min  ·  49.4 mi
Blackpool International Airport (BLK)166 min  ·  68.4 mi
Bus
Bus stop6 min  ·  2.5 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:00
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel The Drunken Duck Inn guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
11

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Drunken Duck Inn from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 59 verified reviews
7.6/10
Very good
69%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
9.1/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.8/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 76 reviews
8.5/10
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