Nestled in the heart of the countryside, The Three Shires Inn offers a warm welcome with full breakfast, a cozy fireplace, and inviting garden. Relax on the sun-drenched terrace or grab your bike to explore nearby trails. With free WiFi and helpful staff available to assist with tours and tickets.
At The Three Shires Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Three Shires Inn Ambleside
Three Shires Inn
Three Shires Ambleside
The Three Shires Inn Inn
The Three Shires Inn Ambleside
The Three Shires Inn Inn Ambleside
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Three Shires Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Three Shires Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Three Shires Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at The Three Shires Inn and nearby?
The Three Shires Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Three Shires Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
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The Three Shires Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was generally very nice, with some guests finding it delicious and others appreciating the locally sourced produce. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Pretty much perfect
Great food, location. Clean modern rooms without losing the Lake District charm. Strong shower, great breakfast...all you need!
Oliver
Oliver, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Very clean, big room and comfy bed - certainly will stay here again.
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2025
Comfortable stay in a lovely hotel in a great location
Carl
Carl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Lovely
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!
Louise
Louise, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Great location.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Great stay
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
Graeme
Graeme, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Excellent break in quiet corner of the lakes . Staff were excellent as was the hotel and our room
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Great Hotel in a great area
Great stay excellent friendly staff
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
This property is excellent but it is very remote. A car is essential to travel over very narrow roads to get anywhere.
Roy
Roy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
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
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Birthday getaway
We had a superb stay at this lovely hotel in a beautiful place topped off with some delicious food in the evening all in all brilliant we will be coming back
susan
susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Book again
Friendly staff clean rooms grate food defenetly a place I will book again
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
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.
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 13, 2025
Lovely views and lovely dinner. The evening meal was delicious, expensive but very good indeed. ,The breakfast sadly let them down. Tough mushrooms that I couldn't cut and dry black pudding. I needed to ask for my poached egg to be runny. All very overcooked or likely left on a heat shelf for too long. People very friendly and helpful. Nice room although smaller than anticipated and a shame we were above the kitchen to gain the smell of garlic which lingered but overall a nice trip.
Sally
Sally, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2023
Lovely weekend break
This is a beautiful location, our room was spotless and breakfast was good.
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2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2024
Great food and beer. Cosy and comfortable
Staff lovely. A very nice comfortable stay with newly refurbished room. Great food
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2025
Lovely little hotel, within driving distance of Grasmere. nice bath, large room the bed was 2 beds put together which was a little disappointing.
michelle
michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2022
Lovely out of the way Inn
Very clean, great food
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2023
really perfect accommodation!! staff, food, cleanliness, circumstance….. everything was fantastic!
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??, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2023
Nicely decorated and very pretty location.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Short Break
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.
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2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
Perfect break.
Lovely break. Modern spotless room. Excellent meals and friendly helpful staff. Beautiful situation.
beryl
beryl, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Apart from the creaky floorboards our stay was wonderful and would highly recommend
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2023
A few days in Little Langdale
Beautiful location, lovely rooms and great food and staff. We have booked for next year. Looking forward to it already.
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2023
Perfect
Perfect stay in quiet country inn. Staff excellent, food excellent couldn’t ask for more!!