Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Windermere on Hotels.com. These Windermere hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 14 November 2026.
Refined British dining awaits at this Lake District retreat. Situated a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and near Bowness Pier, this hotel offers 2 restaurants, 2 bars, fitness center, and lovely garden terrace for your Windermere escape.
Refined British dining awaits at this Lake District retreat. Situated a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and near Bowness Pier, this hotel offers 2 restaurants, 2 bars, fitness center, and lovely garden terrace for your Windermere escape.
Overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Windermere, this hotel offers a tranquil retreat with 2 hot tubs and an indoor pool. Unwind in the sauna, enjoy a massage at the spa, or sip drinks at the bar while watching spectacular sunsets over the hills.
Overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Windermere, this hotel offers a tranquil retreat with 2 hot tubs and an indoor pool. Unwind in the sauna, enjoy a massage at the spa, or sip drinks at the bar while watching spectacular sunsets over the hills.
Retreat to this spa hotel with gorgeous lakefront views and two bars for sunset cocktails. Just minutes from Windermere Station, you'll find a marina, full-service spa, indoor pool, and two restaurants serving delicious meals while exploring the Lake District.
Retreat to this spa hotel with gorgeous lakefront views and two bars for sunset cocktails. Just minutes from Windermere Station, you'll find a marina, full-service spa, indoor pool, and two restaurants serving delicious meals while exploring the Lake District.
This Georgian hotel offers stunning lake vistas, with the peaceful marina just steps away. After exploring Bowness Pier, unwind in the indoor pool, enjoy British cuisine at the restaurant, or treat yourself to aromatherapy at the full-service spa.
This Georgian hotel offers stunning lake vistas, with the peaceful marina just steps away. After exploring Bowness Pier, unwind in the indoor pool, enjoy British cuisine at the restaurant, or treat yourself to aromatherapy at the full-service spa.
Embrace the Lake District lifestyle at this Windermere inn, just a 5-minute walk from the lake. Enjoy complimentary breakfast and WiFi before exploring World of Beatrix Potter nearby. Relax with drinks at the bar or dine at the on-site restaurant with garden terrace views.
Embrace the Lake District lifestyle at this Windermere inn, just a 5-minute walk from the lake. Enjoy complimentary breakfast and WiFi before exploring World of Beatrix Potter nearby. Relax with drinks at the bar or dine at the on-site restaurant with garden terrace views.
Tucked within walking distance of Lake Windermere, this welcoming hotel combines British dining at LACU restaurant with relaxing massages. The indoor pool and health club offer scenic rejuvenation while Beatrix Potter attractions await nearby.
Tucked within walking distance of Lake Windermere, this welcoming hotel combines British dining at LACU restaurant with relaxing massages. The indoor pool and health club offer scenic rejuvenation while Beatrix Potter attractions await nearby.
Unwind at this Ulverston gem with 2 restaurants and full-service spa treatments. The indoor pool and health club refresh while nearby Lakes Aquarium beckons. Free WiFi and parking complement the exceptional staff that guests consistently praise.
Unwind at this Ulverston gem with 2 restaurants and full-service spa treatments. The indoor pool and health club refresh while nearby Lakes Aquarium beckons. Free WiFi and parking complement the exceptional staff that guests consistently praise.
Soak in the charm of this Windermere hotel just a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and near Orrest Head. The indoor pool invites year-round relaxation, while the restaurant, bar, and terrace offer delightful spaces to unwind after exploring the picturesque surroundings.
Soak in the charm of this Windermere hotel just a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and near Orrest Head. The indoor pool invites year-round relaxation, while the restaurant, bar, and terrace offer delightful spaces to unwind after exploring the picturesque surroundings.
Perched within walking distance of Lake Windermere, this luxurious retreat offers garden-view dining at Henrock Restaurant. Enjoy room service after exploring nearby Bowness Pier, then unwind in the lounge or terraced garden with free WiFi and parking.
Perched within walking distance of Lake Windermere, this luxurious retreat offers garden-view dining at Henrock Restaurant. Enjoy room service after exploring nearby Bowness Pier, then unwind in the lounge or terraced garden with free WiFi and parking.
Immerse yourself in Lake District elegance at this boutique retreat, a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. Enjoy beautiful garden views, daily housekeeping, and the exceptional breakfast praised by guests.
Immerse yourself in Lake District elegance at this boutique retreat, a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. Enjoy beautiful garden views, daily housekeeping, and the exceptional breakfast praised by guests.
Set in charming Windermere, this welcoming B&B offers a rejuvenating health club and free breakfast. Just 5 minutes from Lake Windermere and a 6-minute walk from the train station, it's ideal for hikers with nearby trails and helpful staff to guide your adventure.
Set in charming Windermere, this welcoming B&B offers a rejuvenating health club and free breakfast. Just 5 minutes from Lake Windermere and a 6-minute walk from the train station, it's ideal for hikers with nearby trails and helpful staff to guide your adventure.
Escape to tranquility minutes from Lake Windermere. This Ambleside hotel offers hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and 2 hot tubs. Guests love the helpful staff, peaceful lounges, and natural beauty access. Just 9 minutes from Windermere Station.
Escape to tranquility minutes from Lake Windermere. This Ambleside hotel offers hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and 2 hot tubs. Guests love the helpful staff, peaceful lounges, and natural beauty access. Just 9 minutes from Windermere Station.
Wake up to a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast at this charming B&B, just 6 minutes from Windermere Station. Explore Lake Windermere's scenic shores within a 15-minute walk, or discover nearby Orrest Head with complimentary WiFi and parking.
Wake up to a delicious cooked-to-order breakfast at this charming B&B, just 6 minutes from Windermere Station. Explore Lake Windermere's scenic shores within a 15-minute walk, or discover nearby Orrest Head with complimentary WiFi and parking.
Unwind at this tranquil B&B just a 15-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking, plus access to an off-site health club with indoor pool, sauna, and steam room. The helpful staff ensures a memorable stay near popular attractions.
Unwind at this tranquil B&B just a 15-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking, plus access to an off-site health club with indoor pool, sauna, and steam room. The helpful staff ensures a memorable stay near popular attractions.
Escape to this Windermere hotel where Lake Windermere is just a 10-minute walk away. Unwind in one of 4 bars, dine at 2 restaurants, or explore the garden and terrace. With free WiFi, parking, and close access to Treetop Trek, adventure awaits.
Escape to this Windermere hotel where Lake Windermere is just a 10-minute walk away. Unwind in one of 4 bars, dine at 2 restaurants, or explore the garden and terrace. With free WiFi, parking, and close access to Treetop Trek, adventure awaits.
This beach hotel near Lake Windermere offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges for dining and unwinding. A snack bar, terrace, and garden enhance your stay while free WiFi and parking add convenience. Brockhole Visitor Centre and Windermere Station are nearby.
This beach hotel near Lake Windermere offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges for dining and unwinding. A snack bar, terrace, and garden enhance your stay while free WiFi and parking add convenience. Brockhole Visitor Centre and Windermere Station are nearby.
Discover Kotel Windermere, a luxury aparthotel with premium linens and pillowtop beds. Explore nearby hiking trails and kayaking opportunities, then return to your stylish apartment. Walk to Windermere Station or drive to museums while enjoying free WiFi and parking.
Discover Kotel Windermere, a luxury aparthotel with premium linens and pillowtop beds. Explore nearby hiking trails and kayaking opportunities, then return to your stylish apartment. Walk to Windermere Station or drive to museums while enjoying free WiFi and parking.
Just 5 minutes from Lake Windermere, this hotel offers massages and treatments at its full-service spa. Enjoy British cuisine at SOURCE restaurant, then unwind in the garden or terrace. Free WiFi and parking make exploring nearby attractions convenient.
Just 5 minutes from Lake Windermere, this hotel offers massages and treatments at its full-service spa. Enjoy British cuisine at SOURCE restaurant, then unwind in the garden or terrace. Free WiFi and parking make exploring nearby attractions convenient.
Nestled in Ambleside, this cozy B&B offers free WiFi and parking plus daily cooked-to-order breakfast. Hiking trails surround the property, with Lake Windermere and Windermere Station just minutes away by car.
Nestled in Ambleside, this cozy B&B offers free WiFi and parking plus daily cooked-to-order breakfast. Hiking trails surround the property, with Lake Windermere and Windermere Station just minutes away by car.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top landmarks in Windermere
World of Beatrix Potter
8.8/10 (432 reviews)
If museums are on your list of things to see, then you might want to head to World of Beatrix Potter, located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere.If you want to see more of the museums in Bowness-on-Windermere, Hawkshead Grammar School isn't far either.
If visiting museums in Lakes are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre. If you want to see more of the museums in Lakes, Wordsworth Museum isn't far either.
You might want to practice your swing at Windermere Golf Club, a golf course located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central Crook. If Windermere Golf Club doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Brantwood is just a short drive away.
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
9.0/10 (119 reviews)
If museums are on your list of things to see in Windermere, then you might want to head to Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. If you want to see more of the museums in Windermere, Hawkshead Grammar School isn't far either.
If museums are on your list of things to see in Windermere, then you might want to head to Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House. If you want to see more of the museums in Windermere, Hawkshead Grammar School isn't far either.
Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Orrest Head, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Windermere.
Windermere has other activities you might want to enjoy such as Yorkshire Dales National Park.
If you’re after a show while in the center of Bowness-on-Windermere, you might want to get tickets at Old Laundry Theatre. If you want to experience more of the culture Bowness-on-Windermere has to offer, head to World of Beatrix Potter, Bowness Pier, and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories.
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, beach near Low Wood Bay Marina is a spot you might want to check out, located 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from central Lakes.
Notable for its gardens, Windermere features attractions such as Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories and Lake Windermere. The city has something for everyone including sights like World of Beatrix Potter and Windermere Golf Club within a sunny setting.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Windermere?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Windermere, most accommodations offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Windermere if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 147 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 85 apartments or 589 cottages.
What will the weather in Windermere be like during my trip?
July and August are typically the warmest months in Windermere when the average temp is 54°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 37°F. December and October are the months with the most rain.
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Find out more about Windermere
Windermere: Where Serene Waters Embrace Nature's Splendour
Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, Windermere is a picturesque town that beckons nature lovers and romantics alike. Renowned for its stunning views of Lake Windermere, England's largest lake, visitors can enjoy serene boat trips, leisurely walks along the shores, and enchanting gardens like those at Stott Park Bobbin Mill. The charming streets are lined with quaint shops, cosy cafés, and inviting pubs, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. With its breathtaking landscapes and tranquil atmosphere, Windermere offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, making it an idyllic retreat for all.
Discover great hotels near Windermere
In Windermere, you'll find a delightful mix of accommodations, from luxury hotels boasting stunning views of the lake to charming boutique inns steeped in history. Many options feature elegant rooms, scenic gardens, and fine dining, making it a perfect base for exploring the beautiful Lake District. Here are some of the best hotels near Windermere that our travelers love:
Watermill Inn & Brewing Coopens in new window: This delightful 4.0-star inn is tailored for leisure travellers seeking a pet-friendly retreat. With a commendable guest rating of 9.0 out of 10, it offers a warm and inviting atmosphere complemented by excellent dining options. The property features a charming restaurant where breakfast is a highlight, and the evening meals are well-received. The attentive staff ensures a welcoming experience, making it an ideal choice for those looking to relax in a pristine setting.
Hill Top B&Bopens in new window: This inviting 3.5-star hotel offers a comfortable stay for leisure travellers, featuring a complimentary breakfast that caters to a variety of tastes. With entertainment options including multiple televisions, guests can unwind in a relaxed atmosphere. The hotel is perfect for those who appreciate a laid-back experience and quality amenities, ensuring a pleasant and enjoyable visit.
Cuckoo Brow Innopens in new window: This exceptional 4.0-star inn caters to adventurous travellers looking for a unique getaway. Boasting a guest rating of 9.0 out of 10, the property offers an array of adventure sports and activities nearby, making it perfect for those eager to explore. With welcoming staff and a focus on creating memorable experiences, this hotel is an outstanding option for those seeking a blend of relaxation and excitement in a picturesque setting.
Where to stay in and around Windermere
Stay in Ambleside, Kendal, or Bowness-on-Windermere for a memorable visit to Windermere. Ambleside offers stunning lakeside views and hiking trails, while Kendal boasts rich culture and adventure opportunities. Bowness-on-Windermere is perfect for leisurely boating and relaxing by the lake. For first-time visitors, Bowness-on-Windermere is the best option, providing easy access to Lake Windermere's attractions.
Amblesideopens in new window: Nestled among natural parks and picturesque lakes, Ambleside is a charming retreat perfect for travellers seeking a blend of outdoor adventure and tranquillity. You'll love the scenic walks along Lake Windermere and the peaceful vibe of Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. With a focus on relaxation through yoga and spa experiences, Ambleside offers a friendly, small-town atmosphere that invites you to unwind and explore its captivating natural beauty, including must-see spots like Hill Top Farm.
Kendalopens in new window: Kendal is a vibrant town that strikes a balance between cultural charm and outdoor fun. Its setting by the lake and river, combined with a backdrop of hilly, rocky landscapes, makes it ideal for those who enjoy a mix of historical sites and a lively local scene. Enjoy exploring unique spots such as Levens Hall and Gardens and Brewery Arts Centre, giving you a taste of local culture and a friendly community vibe.
Bowness-on-Windermereopens in new window: Bowness-on-Windermere is a delightful lakeside destination where scenic beauty meets gentle adventure. The area invites you to take leisurely boat rides, enjoy cosy coffee spots, and relax with a spa day, all set against the backdrop of sunny weather and serene lake views. Its intimate, welcoming atmosphere makes it a top pick for travellers looking to enjoy nature and unwind by the water.
Things to do in Windermere
Nestled amidst stunning natural beauty, this destination enchants travellers with its serene lakes, lush forests, and rolling hills. Enjoy leisurely boat trips across tranquil waters, invigorating hikes through scenic trails, or pamper yourself at a relaxing spa. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquillity, it promises an unforgettable escape.
Old Man of Conistonopens in new window – Located in the scenic landscapes of Windermere, this impressive mountain offers a refreshing challenge for those who love to explore nature. Enjoy a hike that rewards you with panoramic views of surrounding lakes and meticulously maintained gardens that add to the charm of the area.
World of Beatrix Potteropens in new window – Step into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter and discover a delightful exhibit that captures the essence of her timeless stories. The exhibit is set against a backdrop of serene lakes and flourishing gardens, making it a pleasant spot for a leisurely visit.
Ambleside Pieropens in new window – This marina is a great starting point for water-based adventures around Windermere. Whether you’re keen to take a boat ride or simply enjoy the tranquil lakeside ambience, Ambleside Pier offers a relaxing retreat.
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Wateropens in new window – Perfect for those who appreciate natural beauty, these neighbouring lakes provide a picturesque setting for a quiet day out. Surrounded by gentle landscapes and vibrant gardens, it’s an ideal location for a peaceful stroll or a reflective moment by the water.
Grizedale Forestopens in new window – Immerse yourself in the expansive woodlands of Grizedale Forest. This forest is known for its rich variety of trails that weave through nature, offering both leisurely walks and more invigorating hikes amid a backdrop of natural lakes and garden-like clearings.
4 tips for savvy savings when booking a hotel in Windermere
Book for the cheapest times: For those visiting Windermere on a budget, the most affordable period could be in January, February, or November, when hotel rates may drop to lower prices. A stay of at least 2 to 3 days is ideal for exploring the town’s key landmarks, history, and cultural attractions, including experiences such as lakes, hiking, nature walks, spa visits, ferry trips, sunny weather escapes, aquariums, cocktail spots, secluded retreats, and gardens. This period offers great value for money, making it an attractive choice for anyone seeking an affordable yet enriching getaway.
Look for last-minute deals on Hotels.com: You may discover attractive hotel deals in Windermere by exploring the Dealsopens in new window section on Hotels.com. For those planning a spontaneous trip, the Last-Minute Deals area could offer discounted options near your travel date. Additionally, the Smart Shopping tool in the app allows you to compare hotel prices and amenities, increasing your chances of finding a suitable deal should rooms become available or prices drop. Stay alert with email or push notifications to ensure you’re updated on any flash sales or special promotions. Enjoy your stay in Windermere!
Be flexible with dates: Prices may vary depending on factors such as the hotel's location, star rating, and time of year, so being flexible with your dates could help you save on your stay at a Windermere hotel. For those seeking a unique experience, boutique hotels might offer a more personalised stay and occasionally better value. When you book with Hotels.com, we will inform you if the price for your chosen dates is above or below the average, and if it is on the higher side, we may suggest more affordable dates to help you find a better deal.
Consider your location: Hotels situated near the city centre usually tend to be more expensive, but with Windermere's fantastic public transport connections, you might discover a more affordable independent hotel a bit further out that is still well connected. For those interested in exploring alternative, less crowded neighbourhoods or even lesser-known nearby towns, there is often excellent value for money to be found. Opting for these alternative destinations could provide a more authentic and budget-friendly experience.
Best time to go to Windermere
Windermere experiences its lowest average temperature in January, at 35.8°F (2.1°C), while July is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C). December is usually the wettest month. April, July, and August are the peak travel months in Windermere, attracting a higher number of tourists. During this peak period, the weather is mostly cloudy, accompanied by light rainfall. On the other hand, October to December tend to be quieter times to visit, marked by light rainfall and mostly cloudy to very cloudy conditions.