Ambrose Hotel

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Scored 7.5
Rated good

Staff

8.7

Located 45 minutes from the Lake District, the family-run Ambrose Hotel features a bar and free WiFi. It is in Barrow-in-Furness, just 10 minutes’ drive from South Lakes Wild Animal Park. The property combines 19th century oak-beamed charm with modern amenities. The rooms feature a flat-screen Freeview TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The rooms benefit from an en-suite bath or shower room. The ground floor of the hotel is also open to members of the public. It features an informal bar with a Sky TV. There is also a games room with a pool table and a dart board. Barrow-in-Furness is home to a multiplex cinema and numerous restaurants, which are within a 5-minute walk of the Ambrose Hotel. Furness Abbey is just over 2 miles away. Guests can also enjoy ferry trips to Piel Island.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

  • Free private parking

Availability

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Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“no breakfast available, but was told before arrival, no issues, costa coffee just down the road, room was clean and comfortable.”
Kylin
United States United States
“Good room with good light and comfortable beds. Nice bathroom too. Enjoyed the bar downstairs and found the bartender and regulars really charming (shout out to Jules and Ron!).”
Mcgowan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were very friendly & knowledgeable both on hotel & local matters”
Luke
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff was very helpful very comfortable place to stay value for money will be booking agine very soon”
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location right next to Barrow rugby league for an away fan, easy parking outside the pub, staff friendly and helpful, pub Excellent, great choice of drinks at superb value, I didnt eat but the kitchen appeared to be open until 1am!, room...”
Jason
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I had a 2 night stay here whilst visiting the lakes,although it's a no frills hotel I was quite shocked how clean and comfortable the room was.staff were friendly and welcoming. Shower/bathroom was clean and the room facilities were ok,a shared...”
Alexandru
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The rooms are located on top of a pub, no noise during the night, good communication, able to check in later as the pub is open till late.”
Mike
Cyprus Cyprus
“A wonderful warm welcome, as always. Room was comfortable, got a bit warm but a fan was provided.”
Sandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was excellent for the park and the beach. The prices were great and the staff nice. I always stay at the ambrose when I go to barrow. There was TV and plenty of tea and coffee. The benches outside are great for an early morning smoke...”
Derek
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was close to the job and handy for the supermarkets.”

Area info

Amenities of Ambrose Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Due to the busy town location of the hotel, it is advised that children under 16 years should not be downstairs after 21.30.

Due to Covid-19, there is no live music currently at the property.

Dogs are welcome in the bar area.

Please note that this hotel is not wheelchair accessible. There is no elevator in the property and there are no rooms on the ground floor.

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