The Three Shires Inn welcomes guests with a full breakfast and comfortable spaces to unwind. Visitors enjoy the garden, relax on the sunny terrace, or venture out to nearby trails with their bikes. The staff helps arrange tours and tickets, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected.
Ambleside is home to The Three Shires Inn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike. Cocoa Hearts and The Herdy Shop are also worth visiting. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
At The Three Shires Inn, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Bike hire, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
Luggage storage, smoke-free property and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Low-height counter and sink
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair accessibility
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Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Room service
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Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 25.0 per day
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property is also known as
The Three Shires Inn Inn
The Three Shires Inn Ambleside
The Three Shires Inn Inn Ambleside
Frequently asked questions
Is The Three Shires Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Three Shires Inn?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Three Shires Inn on 15 Mar 2026 start from HK$702, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Three Shires Inn?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Three Shires Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM.
What time is check-out at The Three Shires Inn?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Three Shires Inn located?
Situated in Ambleside, this inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Allan Bank, Skelwith Force and Tarn Hows. Lake Windermere and Rothay Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Reviews
The Three Shires Inn Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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I had a lovely stay at The Three Shires Inn which is in the lovely, quiet spot in the middle of the countryside. Loved seeing the mountains and sheep.
I would highly recommend.
The hotel is beautifully situated on the side of a peaceful valley . Lots of lovely walks around.
Great food , friendly service, beautifully furnished. Heartily recommended!
Great stay, very welcoming , very tranquil location with a beautiful view, food is somewhat expensive but it's out on the sticks so expected
Staff - George very welcoming nothing was too much and the short young lady very polite
We had a friendly welcome at the hotel from the staff. Located in the Langdales with beautiful scenery. We had dinner on 2 evenings and the room had everything you could want plus a bit of space- lovely!
Absolutely fabulous overnight stay. The place is spotless, the food was amazing. Rooms modern and comfortable despite it being a beautiful old building. Customer service was great too. Couldn’t ask for anything more.
Stunning and peaceful location. We had dinner and breakfast, and both were delicious with locally sourced produce. The suite was lovely with a private patio next to a running stream. Highly recommend
Brilliant and excellent staff. Made to feel very welcome. Lovely place to stay. Excellent meals served in restaurant. Great for access to the fells - highly recommend.
Really Lovely, very short stay for us. Stay was perfect
Area is serene and beautiful however just felt a little isolated and hardly any lighting on the streets making it a little unsafe when driving in the dark. Although was perfect location for the hike we wanted to join in the morning.
Newly refurbished hotel. We stayed in a standard double which was nicely appointed . The bed however was very bouncy and the floorboards creaky. The walls are thin as I could hear the person in the next room snoring.
The food was of a high standard both for dinner and breakfast.
I would recommend staying but would book a twin next time
Arrived late afternoon. Reception was all ready for our arrival, so hassle free. Booked in for the evening meal and had some refreshments before viewing the room. Very happy with the room and really clean.
Had our meal and were happy enough with all the food, very tasty. The bar lounge was comfortable and a decent drinks selection on other, an excellent whiskey selection was also available. The staff did ask if anyone required more drinks as they were closing the between 9pm and 10pm. I guess if more were in, it might stay open longer.
We slept really well and were very happy with the breakfast the following morning.
The staff were very attentive and professional.
We'd certainly come back.