'Lovely warm welcome. Comfortable room. Great breakfast. A brilliant place to stay due to the combined efforts of a lovely couple showing the best of Cumbrian/Lancashire hospitality.'

Review By - Mr Fullalove
Date - 30th January, 2012

Verified Customer

'Good pleasant bed and breakfast, ideally loacted with a friendly welcome.'

Review By - Ashley Thorpe
Travelling as - Young Couple
Date - 4th January, 2012

Verified Customer

'The hotel was spottless the room was excellant .Anthony and Christine the owners were very proffessional and pleasent honest people . As myself and wife are walkers there advise of the local walks and weather reports were most welcome . We will be back there to see them in the summer. Thankyou for a lovely 6 days . Steve & Di .'

Review By - Steven Worley
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 4th January, 2012

Verified Customer

'Me and my girlfriend recently spent 4 nights at Smallwood House over New Years Eve. The B & B is superbly located in the centre of Ambleside. All shops, restaurants and the cinema are within a couple of minutes walk. The B & B itself is lovely. The rooms are spacious and clean, the owners are very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast is delicious. On top of that you get the use of a local leisure facility with a swimming pool, gym, sauna etc which is very welcome after a hard days walking. Overall we had a fantatsic stay and would definitely go back.'

Review By - Mr. Ben White
Travelling as - Young Couple
Date - 3rd January, 2012

Verified Customer

'Lovely team of people, comfortable clean quiet rooms, power shower, great breakfast, dog friendly, access to a swimming pool, tolerant of wet muddy boots at the back door, located near to everything Ambleside has to offer (Cinema, Shops, Pubs and Restaurants) AND chocolates on New Year's Eve - what more could anyone want from a B and B. We will definitely visit again. Ray and Catherine'

Review By - Mr & Mrs R Mccreadie
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 3rd January, 2012

Verified Customer

'Excellent, friendly B&B in a good location. The room was a good size with a large double bed. Breakfast was of great quality with a lot of choices and good coffee.'

Review By - Dr. Michael Hough
Date - 31st December, 2011

Verified Customer

'Warm friendly b&b,lovely breakfast and good service , single room was warm and light ,only small downsides was i)Mattress on the well used side , ii) Sliding sash windows shake when the wind blows so had to "pack - out" the gaps. iii) Had to bend down a lot due to the slope of the dormer window'

Review By - Mr. John Miles
Travelling as - Single Male
Date - 31st December, 2011

Verified Customer

'A most comfortable and very welcoming place to stay, right in the centre of Ambleside. Breakfast is varied and delicious,and your hosts can't do enough to make your stay really enjoyable. Which is why we keep returning!'

Review By - Richard Dewhurst
Date - 13th December, 2011

Verified Customer

'Good service.Comfy bed. Enjoyed our time at the spa. Cenral to all attractions. Warm welcome and very freindly.'

Review By - Ms Ann Aitken
Date - 7th December, 2011

Verified Customer

'I found everyone very friendly and helpfull. The room was great and warm enough for the time of year (late November). The breakfast was more than adequate. Should i visit the area again, i will certanley give them a call to see what accomodation is available.'

Review By - Mr John Kent
Travelling as - Single Male
Date - 29th November, 2011

Verified Customer

'Great stay once again can not fault the small wood at all'

Review By - Mr & Mrs Bowers
Date - 21st November, 2011

Verified Customer

'Excellent hotel with lovely rooms in the heart of Ambleside. I would definitely stay there again. The heated floor in the bathroom was a wonderful touch!'

Review By - Ms. Chloe Stavish
Travelling as - Young Couple
Date - 18th November, 2011

Verified Customer

'We have stayed at the Smallwood Hotel many times. We always enjoy our holiday there. Excellent breakfast, facilities first class, warm welcome, ideal location, dogs welcome. We cannot fault the hotel.'

Review By - Mr Wilson
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 8th November, 2011

Verified Customer

'As usual our 2-night stay was excellent, clean and tidy room, excellent breakfast, friendly host and staff'

Review By - Mr P Cadwallader
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 7th November, 2011

Verified Customer

'You are assured of a friendly, warm welcome from the Harrisons @ Smallwood Hotel,Ambleside. The plus is the central location, including the on site parking. My wife & I were able park for 3 days and use local buses, for walking & shopping etc.The food is plentiful and breakfast is excellent value.We feel the decor of our room, was dated, including the furniture and more thought could be given to lighting & the area given to tea & coffee facilities. However excellent value for money, particularly with the facility of using the local leisure club ie swimming, included at no extra cost.We will return in the future & thankyou the Harrisons.'

Review By - Mr & Mrs C Pearson
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 28th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Convenient location, lovely room with views over the church. Breakfast catered for my dietary needs and was remembered daily. Staff were very helpful and polite. Thank you.'

Review By - Mrs. Jane Elliott
Travelling as - Family with Young Children
Date - 27th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'We booked to stay here for a one night/ Saturday only stay, despite the online booking saying a two night stay is needed for weekends (little hint: email them for availability, they are very accomodating and if they can fit you in for one night then they will!). We stayed in a double room with an en suite bathroom on the top floor/attic part of the hotel, which had a sloping ceiling over the bed and in the bathroom (anyone in the 6'0" region or more will have to mind their head when going to the toilet or getting out of bed). The room had all the basics - tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, TV with freeview channels and lovely smelling toiletries in the bathroom. The teddy on the shelf above the bed was a nice touch too. The bed itself was very comfortable so we had a great nights sleep. Breakfast is included in the price of your stay and with a wide choice of food available (toast, cereal, yoghurt, cooked breakfasts, etc) the hard part is deciding on what to have! The hotel is situated right in the town centre and two minutes walk from the main shopping area and local pubs for those who are looking at eating out. The only slightly disappointing thing about our stay was not being able to have a shower in our bathroom because of the low ceiling. There is a bath but for those who prefer a quick shower in the morning then the attic room isn't for you. Despite this we would happily recommend SmallWood House to anyone looking to stay in Ambleside.'

Review By - Denise Lowe
Travelling as - Young Couple
Date - 26th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Warm welcome followed by one to one attention and care. Very comfortable and good food in a family atmosphere. Access to an indoor pool and gym is the 'icing on the cake' Super 'switch off''

Review By - Erica & Harry Taylor
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 25th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Fabulous place to spend a few days relaxing and catching up. Good size room and en-suite, all lovely and clean. Super breakfast to set you up for the day, whatever that brings. Good to make use of the nearby Leisure Facilities which are available. Lovely welcome upon arrival and made to feel welcome throughout.'

Review By - Mr. Michael Thomson
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 22nd October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Thank you for a lovely weekend, will def see you again soon. Steven & Jill Ruddick'

Review By - Mr & Mrs Ruddick
Travelling as - Young Couple
Date - 19th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Smallwood Hotel is situated almost in the centre of Ambleside with shops and amenities virtually on the doorstep and yet within minutes you are in the countryside. Free car parking is provided in their large rear yard which in itself is a bonus. The proprieters, Christine and Anthony, make you feel instantly at ease with their welcoming and friendly manner. The room was well prepared, very clean with the en-suite (shower) having a selection of beauty lotions for the ladies to try.Tea and coffee making facilities were provided and the presence of modern r/c TV plus two comfortable chairs were an added pleasure. The large double bed was very comfortable. Breakfasts are bountiful with a large choice of courses to suit all tastes and all well prepared to suit.....lovely. This October was our fourth stay and before leaving we reserved our stay again for next year - need we say more......'

Review By - Mr Heathcote
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 16th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Another great stay @ Smallwood. Nice room, great breakfast & dry boots to put back on in the morning. What more could you want?'

Review By - Malcolm Norris
Travelling as - Single Male
Date - 13th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'We were very happy with the accommodation and breakfasts - all the attention to detail and all the help from our landlady in answering our queries about walks, etc. in the district made it a very pleaurable stay. The view from our bedroom was colourful because of the wonderful stone the houses and chimney stacks are built of, with craggy hills beyond - never mind the drenching rain! And the four poster was very cosy.'

Review By - Mr C Todman
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 12th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Locatrion good, provision of parking, clean rooms and good breakfast. Dog friendly. Everything seemed to work well and thanks for your hospitality. Would stay again'

Review By - Miss C Brook
Date - 6th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Excellent location for Ambleside's town facilities. We enjoyed the breakfasts, and appreciated the little booklet that came with breakfast, making everything clear - this isn't always the case! The owners clearly care about the environment. Our room was clean and neat. Good information was freely available, and freely given!'

Review By - Derek & Yvonne Seymour
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 6th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'As always, the Smallwood is a very nice hotel. We are always warmly welcomed. Plenty of choice for breakfast.'

Review By - Steve Wright
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 4th October, 2011

Verified Customer

'I have been visiting this hotel for many years and have never stayed anywhere I enjoy more. The staff are great and nothing is to much. One great advantage this hotel has over others in Ambleside is that it has parking for its residents! A rare thing to find in the Lakes! Moverover, Ambleside is the epi-centre of the Lake District because you have to go through it, to get anywhere else. You'd be nuts to think of staying anywhere else than the Smallwood House Hotel!'

Review By - Stephen Richardson
Travelling as - Single Male
Date - 3rd October, 2011

Verified Customer

'Lovely welcoming atmosphere and a good base from which to explore the lakes. Our rooms were fine, with comfortable beds, although the duvets were rather too hot and some rooms are slightly small for very tall people! The toiletries in the bathroom were gorgeous - I recommend you also buy some to bring home with you. A highlight was the full use of the pool/gym/spa at a nearby hotel. Overall, a great place to stay and very pleasant people! Thanks.'

Review By - Helen Connies-laing
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 30th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'Had a very pleasant three-night stay at Smallwood House Hotel. Would definitely recommend it to anyone. A lovely extra while staying there is that you can use the swimming pool and spa facilities at a hotel around the corner. The breakfast is delicious.'

Review By - Mrs C Vivian
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 29th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'This was our fourth year at Smallwood House, staying for a week. Everthing is just right for what we need for a holiday in the Lake District.'

Review By - Mr & Mrs Williams
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 26th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'Thank you for having us and our dog. We had a very enjoyable stay.Very comfortable room and fab breakfasts. Thank you for making us porridge each day.We will see you again, as hope to come next september.'

Review By - Mr & Mrs A Bentley
Date - 21st September, 2011

Verified Customer

'I had a great time staying at Smallwood Hotel. I was a little nervous about travelling on my own but the hotel was really friendly and I had a wonderful break.'

Review By - Kath Cheer
Travelling as - Single Female
Date - 20th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'Excellent value . comfortable . EXCELLENT breakfasts .most Hospitable . Thank you +++'

Review By - Dr C J Mclachlan
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 20th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'First of all, Ambleside is the best basetown at the access,city function and the beautifull appearance for exploring in Lake District. Smallwood House Hotel is very attractive in the points of good English breackfast, comfortable bed, friendly staffs and the reasonable rate of the room. If I visit to Lake District again, I will stay Small wood House in Ambleside again.'

Review By - Mr. Yoshitaka Amada
Travelling as - Single Male
Date - 18th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'Our second stay at the Smallwood this year. Just as good as the first - very clean and comfortable, with excellent welcome and breakfast. We would definately recommend staying here. Looking forward to our next stay.'

Review By - Mr & Mrs Richard
Travelling as - Young Couple
Date - 13th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'we have used this hotel for the past 20 years+ and received a warm welcome as always. Nothing is too much trouble, the rooms clean & comfortable & the breakfast catered to suit all tastes. An ideal place to stay for a week or just a weekend. Highly satisfied as always.'

Review By - Mr & Mrs K Marshall
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 13th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'The hosts were friendly, and very helpful. The hotel and rooms were very clean and bright and the breakfasts were very yummy. Location was perfect. l would highly recommend this Hotel'

Review By - Ms. Margaret Lester
Travelling as - Single Female
Date - 7th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'It's the first time we've stayed in a hotel / B&B with the kids (two children aged 5) but Smallwood House couldn't have been more accomodating. Lovely big room, all immaculately clean and nicely decorated. Central location meant we could pop out for a takeaway and eat it in the dining room, with a baby alarm to listen out for the kids. There is a bar, or you can BYO drink. Sitting room also available so you're not confined to your room. Fabulous breakfast with lots of choice. And very good value for money at £100pn for all of us. Doesn't take dogs but has a small private car park so they're safe in the car. If we're in the area again will definitely come back.'

Review By - Mr Liam Cooper
Travelling as - Family with Young Children
Date - 5th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'A lovely atmosphere, excellent accomodation, amazing breakfasts. Thoroughly welcoming and accomodating hosts. We had a first rate stay and will most certaingly be returning. We would not waste time exploring alternatives. Trevor & Sue Spinks'

Review By - Mr T Spinks
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 5th September, 2011

Verified Customer

'The smallwood holds in our view true family values and just nothing is a problem for the team. You want to Feed the ducks they will give you bread. We took the little one to the park ( in the rain) they gave us a towel. Outstanding accommodation and breakfast is the best in ambleside. This is our second stay at the Smallwood and our first choice from now on and we are frequently popping over to ambleside'

Review By - Mr & Mrs Bowers
Travelling as - Family with Young Children
Date - 2nd September, 2011

Verified Customer

'Another fantastic time was had in Ambleside. Great hospitality and friendly welcome from Smallwood House Hotel owners. This is our 3rd stay at this hotel, room was lovely, great breakfast and exceptional service. We will be back again next year'

Review By - Amanda Buckley
Travelling as - Young Couple
Date - 30th August, 2011

Verified Customer

'Very comfortable, friendly and central. Would go back again.'

Review By - Alison Talbert
Travelling as - Family with Young Children
Date - 30th August, 2011

Verified Customer

'Perfect stay close to city centre for five persons. One double and three singles. Nice rooms with showers and a lot of hot water...good after a hard walk.'

Review By - Claes Linden
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 24th August, 2011

Verified Customer

'Booked here last minute so wasnt much choice and the price was great, didnt expect much with the good price we got, But we were shicked this is one of the most poshist classy and trendist B&B we have ever stopped in, the beds and covers were pure luxuary and the hand and body lotion that is provided (and also sold - which i bought) is gorgeous my skin has never felt so great. we love ambelside and will be back and we will definintly be stopping here (if they have availability)'

Review By - Mrs. Maureen Thompson
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 23rd August, 2011

Verified Customer

'What can we say, except excellent all round! A warm welcome on arrival. Lovely accommodation, clean and comfortable. Wonderful breakfast. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.'

Review By - Mr I Charlton
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 23rd August, 2011

Verified Customer

'Our second stay, was as good, if not better, than the first some 4 years ago. Polite,friendly, approachable staff. the level of cleanliness was excellent, as was the food. Superb location, well worth another visit'

Review By - Mr & Mrs Colling
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 23rd August, 2011

Verified Customer

'Thank you for a comfortable stay. The breakfasts were just what we needed and set us up for a few mountain peaks. The parking for the car was an added bonus. We will be back!'

Review By - Mrs Ann Goodison
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 20th August, 2011

Verified Customer

'The Smallwood is a very pleasant hotel in the heart of Ambleside. The owners are very nice friendly an accomodating. The Breakfasts were very good (especially the crispy bacon)with a good selection. Albert the dog enjoyed his stay to. A very pleasant stay and i would not hesitate to recommend.'

Review By - Mr Bruce Mills
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 17th August, 2011

Verified Customer

'A most well-appointed room, great location, excellent breakfasts and charming hosts.'

Review By - Lorraine A Andrews
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 13th August, 2011

Verified Customer

'We found this to be a very helpful and friedly place to stay. Our room was comfortable and the bathroom immaculate, supplied with everything we could need. Breakfast was excellent, with very good service. Parking can be a bit of a problem, but that is really a Lakes problem. We were fortunate really to have any on-site parking. Would certainly recommend it and would stay again'

Review By - John Harvey
Travelling as - Mature Couple
Date - 11th August, 2011

Verified Customer

'i have stayed at smallwood house several times in the last 5 years and never have i felt that i need to find other accommodation when ever i stay in ambleside. the hotel ticks all the boxes and is a complete home from home.'

Review By - Mr E Corley
Travelling as - Group of Adults
Date - 10th August, 2011

Verified Customer