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The Westbourne

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Lake Windermere

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Exterior
Double Room (Compact) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Property grounds
Restaurant

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Double Room (Compact) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Compact)

  • 124 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

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

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Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

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

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Comfort Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa 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 a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bowness Tap Rooms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria - ‬5 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.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 9.50 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • 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: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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 9.50 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: 3:00 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, Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories, and Old Laundry Theatre. You'll also find Lake Windermere and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Westbourne?

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. 357 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 502 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice staff. Good breakfast. Room was clean and nice. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and very clean and comfortable. We were allowed to leave our car when we arrived early so we could go out and explore before coming back to check in. The staff were really friendly and overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely ground floor room attached to main property, very convenient for my elderly mum.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We booked here as a last minute stay and could not fault it, we had gone the lakes for the weekend but didn’t want to go home, the owners where very welcoming and did not disappoint we would definitely book here again when we return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, comfortable bed, beautifully decorated. Walkable to many great restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and courteous hosts. Made us feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and the hotel is well situated. Our room however was tiny - the smallest hotel room I’ve ever stayed in!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen John

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

Our first Lake District adventure

Beautiful house which was really clean. Owners were lovely and very helpful for things to do in area. Lovely breakfast as well each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners, room was nice and comfortable, great location for exploring the lakes
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

No problems at great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gareth

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners Greg and Angela were great hosts , available and accomodating . Spacious rooms in great condition and very clean . Great breakfasts at an extra cost but worth every penny .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Lovey hotel

Lovely hotel, we had room 8 seperate from the hotel, decent size, very clean,comfortable bed would definitely stay again. Great location to all the amenities of Bowness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet yet close to bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at the Westbourne, we were attending a wedding in the Lakes and stayed for 2 nights. The en suite was spotless, comfortable bed and pillows. We had breakfast on the second morning which was great value and quality. Really is great value for money, with friendly staff and an easy check in experience. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It was noisy in the mornings. The water system was noisy and could hear snoring in the next room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are wonderful. Friendly and helpful. They make a great breakfast. The facilities are very nice. The location is excellent. Within walking distance of the Bowness-On-Windermere high street but in a quiet area. I would definitely stay there again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great bed and breakfast, close to town. Very clean and great breakfast. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025