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The Westbourne

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Lake Windermere

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Flat-screen TV
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Double Room (Compact) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Biskey Howe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, England, LA23 2JR
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Bowness Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Lake Windermere
    ‪11 min walk‬

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Room options

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (Compact) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room (Compact)

  • 124 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 124 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Windermere

Located within a 5-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter, The Westbourne is within a 15-minute stroll of Lake Windermere. This 10-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trattoria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lake View Garden Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bodega - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Westbourne

Guesthouse with free parking, near Lake Windermere
The Westbourne features free WiFi in public areas and a reception hall. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 9 per person
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (31 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 10 and younger (only guests older than 10 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 9 per person

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-6 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Westbourne House Windermere
Westbourne Windermere
The Westbourne Bowness-On-Windermere, England - Lake District
The Westbourne Hotel Bowness-On-Windermere
Westbourne Guesthouse Windermere
The Westbourne Bowness-On-Windermere
The Westbourne Guesthouse
The Westbourne Windermere
The Westbourne Guesthouse Windermere

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Westbourne?

The Westbourne offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Westbourne?

This guesthouse in Windermere is within a 10-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter, Bowness Pier, and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. You'll also find Lake Windermere and Old Laundry Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Westbourne?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does The Westbourne include a casino on the premises?

No, The Westbourne doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Westbourne?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at The Westbourne?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Westbourne have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Westbourne serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Westbourne allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Westbourne though service animals are welcome.

Does The Westbourne have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Westbourne?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Westbourne.

The Westbourne Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 471 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay at the Westbourne. Friendly greeting from Sue and check in was quick. Room was excellent and had everything we needed. Location is perfect as you are no more than a 10 minute walk to the lake, restaurants, bars, and shopping, but hotel is on a quiet street in a good location. Breakfast in the morning was served by Andre and was really good. Would absolutely stay here again and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callum, Englefield Green

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel! My 3rd time in a year in the Lake District. It was a last minute booking and worth it. I was really impressed by my room. It was extremely comfortable and my hosts were very friendly. I think the Hotel was recently renovated too. My room had a new bathroom which was very nicely done. My bed was new too (very comfortable), I fell into a deep sleep. 👍 Nice new TV too and smart room layout design. I had a small room, yet a large bed! The room is smartly designed in a way I could put my large suitcase under the bed. Heating was great, water pressure. 👍 I would stay again. Great location too, close to Windermere restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops. Excellent stay. 10/10. A great deal of effort, research and hard work was put into guests needs and comfort by the Hotel hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lynden

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were very welcoming. The property is well kept and very clean. A bit chilly during the night as the heating was set on a timer. We never had breakfast, however it did smell really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhuoer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and comfortable beds. Great view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great value hotel with friendly helpful staff, very convenient for a short stroll into the town and all of it's amenities. Highly recommended, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Aidan

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were pleasant and helpful. The rooms and shower were compact but a lovely sittingroom downstairs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed, freindly atmosphere, Amazing location. Shared knowledge of area. Facilties to highest standard. Would highly reccomebd and wil definitely visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
A
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful B&B comfortable rooms and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great breakfast

The hotel was very comfortable and friendly. The breakfast was lovely and plentiful. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Having stayed at the Westbourne a number of years ago (twice) it did not disappoint on revisiting. We wouldn’t hesitate to return, the room was warm and comfortable and the breakfast was very good. All in all a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very welcoming and helpful staff , breakfast option superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tidy small hotel in a great location, good parking and WiFi.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zillah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely guest house, situated in a quiet part of the lake district however is on 4mins drive to the busy town Staff were so friendly and helpful Place was lovely and clean Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location,wonderful staff great breakfast,clean rooms. Perfect for touring Windermere and local attractions,bars and restaurants all within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast and good clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024