The Windermere Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Lake Windermere

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Bar (on property)
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Boating
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Lake District National Park, Kendal Rd, Windermere, England, LA23 1AL
  • Place, Orrest Head
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room with Scenic View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Triple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Twin Room with Scenic View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Windermere

In Windermere .You'll find Lake Windermere and Orrest Head within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Lyth Valley and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Orrest Head - 11 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Windermere - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bowness Pier - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 1 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toast - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Crafty Baa - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Windermere Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Lake Windermere
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Windermere hotel.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Windermere Hotel offers 70 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 1 2025 to May 1 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Hotel Windermere
Windermere Hotel Windermere
Windermere The Hotel
The Windermere Hotel Hotel
The Windermere Hotel Windermere
The Windermere Hotel Hotel Windermere

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Windermere Hotel to the airport?

The Windermere Hotel is 78 mi (115-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Windermere Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Windermere Hotel.

Does The Windermere Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Windermere Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 14.95 per person. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Windermere Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Windermere Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Windermere Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Windermere Hotel have a pool?

The Windermere Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Windermere Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Windermere Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Windermere Hotel to downtown Windermere?

The Windermere Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Windermere.

The Windermere Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 814 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 814 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 814 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 814 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 814 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position Grand old hotel enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean comfy bed staff friendly and helpful breakfast plenty of choice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were welcoming and friendly and the breakfast was run so well we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely stay, rooms are basic but comfortable. Good location, would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
A charming hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved every minute staff most helpfull l we will stay again possiblely early nexy year thanks for a nice weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed before and enjoyed it .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arunesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was a good size , furniture was a bit dated , staff friendly, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel within walking distance of train and bus stations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern room, nearby to shops and restaurants. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great for our needs and staff were friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great central location Reasonable price and good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and great value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice enough stay at this hotel. Room was clean. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice one night stay. Comfortable and ckean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

We all had a great time and hope to return soon. The beds were very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel .everyone was very efficient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed the stay,people on the desk,friendly and helpful.although it was dog friendly, why £20 a night i do not know.as nothing is done gor them.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anwar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location.value for money Staff is polite.Food is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Amenities
Perfect hotel , perfect location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Sheila

The property is in a great location near the train station , food was good , staff polite .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025