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Badger Bar

Glen Rothay, Rydal, Ambleside, Cumbria, Ambleside, GB

8.7 guest rating· 934 reviews

About this hotel

Scenic Lake District Location

Situated in the heart of the picturesque Lake District National Park, Badger Bar offers stunning views of Rydal Water and easy access to the charming town of Windermere.

Comfortable Rooms and Delicious Dining

Each room at Badger Bar is equipped with modern amenities including a private bathroom, digital TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can start their day with a hearty full English breakfast or indulge in a variety of delicious dishes from the bar menu.

Local Activities and Relaxation

Surrounded by woodland, guests can enjoy mountain and lake views, perfect for hiking, mountain biking, or serene river cruises along Lake Windermere. After a day of exploring, unwind with a selection of local ales and whiskies at the bar.

Book your stay at Badger Bar for a memorable Lake District experience.

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Large Double Room

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This double room has a tea/coffee maker and view.

Large Family Room

Sleeps 4 · 50 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Located in the woodland cottage next to the hotel, this is a large room with a super king-sized bed and 2 single beds and comfortable seating area. The room is located up some steep stairs. Please note that pets are allowed in this room by prior arrangement.

Standard Single Room

Sleeps 1 · 6 m² · Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet

This single room features a private entrance, tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. Please note that pets are allowed in this room by prior arrangement.

Deluxe Double Room with Mountain View

Sleeps 3 · 50 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This larger double room features views over the mountains, and a seating area with a sofa for guests to relax.

Superior Family Room

Sleeps 4 · 35 m² · 2× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Offering free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This family room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a patio. The unit offers 3 beds.

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Queen bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet

This double room features a tea/coffee maker.

Standard Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 3 · 18 m² · Queen bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet

Featuring free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The twin/double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Guests will have a special experience as this double room provides a fireplace. The spacious double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a balcony with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 15 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

This double room has a tea/coffee maker.

Double or Twin Room with Woodland View

Sleeps 3 · 22 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet

Offering woodland views, this twin/double room features a patio and electric kettle

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Pet bowls
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
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  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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Glen Rothay, Rydal, Ambleside, Cumbria, Ambleside, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 09:30 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.7934 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Good breakfast+ Spacious roomOutdated furnitureHeating issuesOverpriced value for money
Cleanliness8.3
Service9.3
Location9.3
Room Quality8.3
Amenities8.8
Value for Money7.8

Lovely comfortable & quiet bedroom in a beautiful location

7.0

Lovely location with easy access to low level walks

The food service was very slow both in the evening & at breakfast. Dinner was good when it finally arrived. Breakfast was ok but not worth the wait for it. Seems like there are too many rooms to eat in and too many orders going to the kitchen at the same time.

Gail · GB · 2026-07-24

I had a lovely stay can’t wait to go back. Thank you

10.0

I had a really nice time. The staff were very friendly and helpful.

It was all good

Donna · GB · 2026-07-24

Comfortable stay with friendly staff

9.0

Lovely period property set in the heart of the Lake District.

John · GB · 2026-07-22

Ideal location to head to Windermere and up to Keswick.

10.0

My go to if I have an opportunity to head to the Lakes for an overnight trip. Central to Windermere and Keswick with Ambleside and Grasmere really close by. Love that it has a rich history and is a really old building. Great bar, good food, lovely ambience and nice staff.

Gavin · GB · 2026-07-21

Just ok. Not worth £400 for 2 nights.

6.0

Location, the setting is great breakfast is very good evening meal good.

Room tatty and shabby in places for £400 for 2 nights wouldnt expect wallpaper coming off wall mould on ceiling shower kept losing pressure and matres solid. Iron burn in carpet. Small bed,no iron amd sullen barman.

Anth · GB · 2026-07-20

Peaceful getaway

7.0

Peaceful room and great experience seeing the Badgers

Nothing

June · GB · 2026-07-17

Good to know

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an available cot.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.