# Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, Ambleside — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Rated 4.5/5 from 1,187 Google reviews. Warm, country lodging in a 19th-century farmhouse offering free Wi-Fi and breakfast, plus 2 bars.

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# Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Great Langdale, Ambleside

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**In short:** Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is a hotel in Ambleside, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,187 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

Warm, country lodging in a 19th-century farmhouse offering free Wi-Fi and breakfast, plus 2 bars. Summary via Google

## About Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is a 19th-century farmhouse in Great Langdale offering accommodation, two bars and breakfast. The kitchen serves pies, fish and chips, and hearty breakfasts. A selection of local beers is available. Free Wi-Fi is provided.

The hotel is dog-friendly and has facilities for children. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel's own website](http://www.odg.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** Open 24 hours

**Tuesday** Open 24 hours

**Wednesday** Open 24 hours

**Thursday** Open 24 hours

**Friday** Open 24 hours

**Saturday** Open 24 hours

**Sunday** Closed

### Kitchen hours

**Monday** 12:30 – 8:00 PM

**Tuesday** 12:30 – 8:00 PM

**Wednesday** 12:30 – 8:00 PM

**Thursday** 12:30 – 8:00 PM

**Friday** 12:30 – 8:00 PM

**Saturday** 12:30 – 8:00 PM

**Sunday** 12:30 – 8:00 PM

People say this pub offers excellent food, with popular dishes including pies, fish and chips, and hearty breakfasts, alongside a great selection of local beers. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, who create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the reasonable prices and the pub's dog-friendly policy, making it a perfect stop after a walk.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (1,187 reviews)

**Good for children** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Ambleside

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/299304).

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★ 4.5 (1,187 reviews)

[Visit official website](http://www.odg.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[015394 37272](tel:01539437272)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Ambleside

**Plus Code** 9C6RCVWW+5V

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel?

Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is open Mon–Sat 24 hours; Sun closed (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel any good?

Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,187 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel good for children?

Yes, Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is listed as good for children.

### How do I contact Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel?

Call Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel on +44 15394 37272.

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