The Windermere Hotel

3.5 star property

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

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 neighborhood

Windermere

The Windermere Hotel places you within a short walk of Orrest Head and within a mile (2 km) of Lake Windermere. This 70-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Orrest Head - 11 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lyth Valley - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Opa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Manor Hotel and Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Base - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Windermere Hotel

Guests of The Windermere Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a banquet hall. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park

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)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per day

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 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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

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

Are free cancellation options available at The Windermere Hotel?

The Windermere Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Windermere Hotel?

This hotel is located in Windermere, a short 15-minute walk from Lake Windermere and also 13 minutes on foot from Orrest Head. You'll also find World of Beatrix Potter and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Windermere Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Windermere Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, The Windermere Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Windermere Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Windermere Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a lake view and free WiFi.

Does The Windermere Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Windermere Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Windermere Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Windermere Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Windermere Hotel for a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per day.

Does The Windermere Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Windermere Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Windermere Hotel.

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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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

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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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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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Amenities
Perfect hotel , perfect location
Stayed 1 night in May 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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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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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