Ambrose Hotel
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Summary of reviewsAmbrose Hotel is highly praised for its superb central location, making it an ideal base for both shopping and sightseeing with convenient access to nearby shops, food outlets and supermarkets. The private car park adds value by ensuring stress-free parking. Guests also appreciate the quiet surroundings and proximity to major attractions like the Lake District. The rooms are often noted for their spaciousness, cleanliness and modern amenities such as TVs with Netflix, microwaves and coffee/tea supplies, contributing to a comfortable stay.
The helpful and friendly staff are a consistent highlight with numerous reviews commending their welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service. Particular praise is given to specific staff members who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience. The hotel bar adds to the overall positive impression, offering a cozy spot to relax after a day of exploring.
Breakfast at the Ambrose Hotel receives mixed feedback. While some guests consider the breakfast excellent and well-cooked when available, others note the lack of consistent breakfast service, which can be a significant drawback. Improving breakfast offerings could enhance guest satisfaction.
The hotel’s cleanliness is generally well-regarded with many guests describing the rooms as spotless and well-maintained. However, there are occasional mentions of areas needing attention, such as dirty mirrors or bathrooms showing signs of mould. Despite these issues, the overall sentiment is positive regarding the hotel's tidiness.
Parking options at Ambrose Hotel are varied and convenient with a private car park and additional free parking nearby. This is highly appreciated by guests, adding to the ease of their stay.
The beds receive mixed reviews. While many guests find them comfortable, there are complaints about some mattresses being lumpy or worn out. Providing consistent bed quality would improve guest comfort.
Ambrose Hotel’s dog-friendly policy is a standout feature with no extra charges for pets and special touches like biscuits on arrival. This makes it a great choice for travelers with dogs, who also benefit from the spacious, quiet rooms and the welcoming environment.
In summary, Ambrose Hotel offers a centrally located, comfortable and friendly stay with excellent staff service and ample amenities. It is particularly recommended for its welcoming atmosphere, especially for dog owners and its convenient parking facilities. Minor improvements in cleanliness and bed comfort, as well as consistent breakfast availability, could further enhance the guest experience.
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The helpful and friendly staff are a consistent highlight with numerous reviews commending their welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service. Particular praise is given to specific staff members who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience. The hotel bar adds to the overall positive impression, offering a cozy spot to relax after a day of exploring.
Breakfast at the Ambrose Hotel receives mixed feedback. While some guests consider the breakfast excellent and well-cooked when available, others note the lack of consistent breakfast service, which can be a significant drawback. Improving breakfast offerings could enhance guest satisfaction.
The hotel’s cleanliness is generally well-regarded with many guests describing the rooms as spotless and well-maintained. However, there are occasional mentions of areas needing attention, such as dirty mirrors or bathrooms showing signs of mould. Despite these issues, the overall sentiment is positive regarding the hotel's tidiness.
Parking options at Ambrose Hotel are varied and convenient with a private car park and additional free parking nearby. This is highly appreciated by guests, adding to the ease of their stay.
The beds receive mixed reviews. While many guests find them comfortable, there are complaints about some mattresses being lumpy or worn out. Providing consistent bed quality would improve guest comfort.
Ambrose Hotel’s dog-friendly policy is a standout feature with no extra charges for pets and special touches like biscuits on arrival. This makes it a great choice for travelers with dogs, who also benefit from the spacious, quiet rooms and the welcoming environment.
In summary, Ambrose Hotel offers a centrally located, comfortable and friendly stay with excellent staff service and ample amenities. It is particularly recommended for its welcoming atmosphere, especially for dog owners and its convenient parking facilities. Minor improvements in cleanliness and bed comfort, as well as consistent breakfast availability, could further enhance the guest experience.
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Guest Reviews
Nestled within a housing estate, Ambrose Hotel shines with its superbly central location that offers guests the convenience of nearby shops, food outlets and supermarkets. The private car park is a notable advantage, ensuring stress-free parking. The hotel's proximity to the town center makes it an excellent base for shopping and sightseeing with many essential amenities just a short walk away.
Visitors appreciate the quiet surroundings and the easy access to major attractions, including the Lake District, which isn't too far away. Rooms are frequently noted for being spacious and well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort of the stay. The friendly and helpful staff contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, making the Ambrose Hotel an ideal choice for both work and leisure trips.
The onsite pub is a bonus, providing guests with an additional dining option and a cozy spot to unwind after a day of exploring. For sports enthusiasts, the hotel's location is perfect for catching a football game. Overall, the Ambrose Hotel stands out for its prime location, accommodating staff and ample amenities, making it a highly recommended spot for visitors.
The breakfast experience at Ambrose Hotel receives mixed feedback from guests. Those who had the opportunity to enjoy it highlight the breakfast as very good, cooked well, hot and plentiful. It's described as first-class with some recommending it highly to anyone staying at the hotel. Unfortunately, many guests noted the lack of breakfast availability, often due to the kitchen being closed for refurbishment or simply not offering breakfast services. For some, a lack of breakfast options was a significant drawback with only a nearby McDonald's available as an alternative. Despite the good value of the stay and inexpensive drinks, the absence of a breakfast facility was a noted shortcoming, especially for those with early departures or expectations set differently at booking. Adding at least a continental breakfast could have improved the overall guest experience.
Ambrose Hotel has earned praise for its well-kept, spacious rooms, which many guests found spotlessly clean and nicely decorated. Travelers appreciated the hotel's excellent central location and its friendly, welcoming staff. The rooms come equipped with modern amenities such as TV with Netflix, microwaves and coffee/tea supplies, which added to the comfort.
Many guests enjoyed the large and comfortable beds, powerful showers and sufficient storage space available in the rooms. The spacious family rooms and quad rooms received particular commendation for their size and suitability for families or groups, including those traveling with dogs.
Though some pointed out issues like occasional noise, small room sizes or heating problems, the overall sentiment leaned towards the positive with clean and cosy rooms being a recurring highlight. The hotel bar also added to the pleasant experience by offering a good atmosphere and simple check-in process.
For those seeking a well-located and comfortable stay, Ambrose Hotel's mix of friendly service, clean and spacious accommodations and useful amenities make it a viable option.
The beds at Ambrose Hotel receive mixed reviews from guests. On the positive side, many guests describe the beds as comfy and comfortable, highlighting the quality of sleep they provide. However, there are multiple accounts of discomfort with guests mentioning that some mattresses are lumpy, worn out or too soft. A few mentioned that the beds are uncomfortable and squeaky with low-quality pillows adding to the discomfort. Some guests also noted issues with bed fixtures, such as needing a new bottom wheel or dealing with plastic mattress protectors making beds feel warm. Despite these criticisms, a number of guests did find the beds relatively comfortable and praised the overall comfort.
Ambrose Hotel offers a mixed experience when it comes to cleanliness. The reviews highlight a range of opinions with many guests appreciating the clean and comfortable rooms, noting that they are spotless, cosy and recently decorated. Many visitors remarked on the overall cleanliness of the hotel, commending it for being very clean and basic but clean overall.
The hotel staff received significant praise for their friendliness and helpfulness with many guests highlighting how the staff, especially Linda, went the extra mile to make their stay exceptional. The convenience of amenities such as a refrigerator, microwave, coffee and tea was also positively mentioned.
However, there were notable concerns regarding certain areas of the hotel. Some guests reported finding dirt and mould in the bathrooms and a few mentioned specific issues like a filthy bathroom mirror or an unclean duvet cover. There were also comments about the hotel appearing tired and in need of refurbishment.
In summary, while the Ambrose Hotel provides a clean and comfortable stay for many with excellent staff service, there are areas that require attention to ensure a consistently positive experience.
Ambrose Hotel consistently receives praise for its exceptional staff from guests who have had the pleasure of staying there. Reviewers highlighted the friendliness and helpfulness of the team, noting their warm welcomes and excellent hospitality. Visitors repeatedly describe the staff as lovely, mentioning their willingness to assist with advice and ensure a comfortable stay. Specific mentions include a female staff member who not only served efficiently but also took the time to explain everything thoroughly to guests.
Guests appreciated the quick and smooth check-in and check-out processes, suggesting the hotel's reception is well-managed. Lynda and her team were singled out for their exceptional service and the welcoming atmosphere they create.
Reviewers also enjoyed the overall ambiance, pointing out the clean and spacious rooms and remarking positively on the quietness despite being above a pub. The hotel is pet-friendly, which earned it additional positive comments from dog owners.
The staff's contribution to special events, like setting up excellent buffets for funeral parties, did not go unnoticed either. Aside from the overwhelming positive feedback, there was a single critique about a lack of empathy on one occasion, which stood out amid otherwise glowing reviews. Overall, the staff at Ambrose Hotel provided an inviting and accommodating experience that many guests are eager to revisit.
The Ambrose Hotel offers a variety of convenient parking options for its guests. The hotel features its own private car park, making it easy for guests to find a secure spot for their vehicles. Free parking is available, although it's worth noting that some of the free parking is located across the road. Guests have access to allocated parking spaces, ensuring they won't have to search for a spot. Additionally, free parking is provided in a nearby pub's car park. Overall, the hotel provides ample and varied parking solutions, enhancing the convenience and comfort of the stay.
The Ambrose Hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere for guests traveling with dogs. Its dog-friendly policy stands out with no extra charges for pets, which is uncommon and appreciated by visitors. The staff receive praise for their helpfulness and accommodating nature, making it a wonderful option for a weekend stay with canine companions. Guests also note that dogs receive special touches like biscuits on arrival. In addition to being pet-friendly, the hotel offers decent-sized rooms and a quiet, comfortable environment. Located conveniently for exploring Barrow FC and not far from the Lake District, it serves as an ideal base for both pet owners and travelers alike.
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Location
Visitors appreciate the quiet surroundings and the easy access to major attractions, including the Lake District, which isn't too far away. Rooms are frequently noted for being spacious and well-maintained, adding to the overall comfort of the stay. The friendly and helpful staff contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, making the Ambrose Hotel an ideal choice for both work and leisure trips.
The onsite pub is a bonus, providing guests with an additional dining option and a cozy spot to unwind after a day of exploring. For sports enthusiasts, the hotel's location is perfect for catching a football game. Overall, the Ambrose Hotel stands out for its prime location, accommodating staff and ample amenities, making it a highly recommended spot for visitors.
Breakfast
Rooms
Many guests enjoyed the large and comfortable beds, powerful showers and sufficient storage space available in the rooms. The spacious family rooms and quad rooms received particular commendation for their size and suitability for families or groups, including those traveling with dogs.
Though some pointed out issues like occasional noise, small room sizes or heating problems, the overall sentiment leaned towards the positive with clean and cosy rooms being a recurring highlight. The hotel bar also added to the pleasant experience by offering a good atmosphere and simple check-in process.
For those seeking a well-located and comfortable stay, Ambrose Hotel's mix of friendly service, clean and spacious accommodations and useful amenities make it a viable option.
Beds
Cleanliness
The hotel staff received significant praise for their friendliness and helpfulness with many guests highlighting how the staff, especially Linda, went the extra mile to make their stay exceptional. The convenience of amenities such as a refrigerator, microwave, coffee and tea was also positively mentioned.
However, there were notable concerns regarding certain areas of the hotel. Some guests reported finding dirt and mould in the bathrooms and a few mentioned specific issues like a filthy bathroom mirror or an unclean duvet cover. There were also comments about the hotel appearing tired and in need of refurbishment.
In summary, while the Ambrose Hotel provides a clean and comfortable stay for many with excellent staff service, there are areas that require attention to ensure a consistently positive experience.
Staff
Guests appreciated the quick and smooth check-in and check-out processes, suggesting the hotel's reception is well-managed. Lynda and her team were singled out for their exceptional service and the welcoming atmosphere they create.
Reviewers also enjoyed the overall ambiance, pointing out the clean and spacious rooms and remarking positively on the quietness despite being above a pub. The hotel is pet-friendly, which earned it additional positive comments from dog owners.
The staff's contribution to special events, like setting up excellent buffets for funeral parties, did not go unnoticed either. Aside from the overwhelming positive feedback, there was a single critique about a lack of empathy on one occasion, which stood out amid otherwise glowing reviews. Overall, the staff at Ambrose Hotel provided an inviting and accommodating experience that many guests are eager to revisit.
Parking
Dog Friendly
No, Ambrose Hotel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Ambrose Hotel.
Yes, Ambrose Hotel welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Ambrose Hotel.
No, Ambrose Hotel doesn't have a gym.
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