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Hotels in Windermere, Cumbria

Including 10 Historic Hotels


Windermere Travel and Heritage Information
Windermere Heritage Snapshot
There is an old folk tale that says that when danger threatens the area around the shores of Lake Windermere, a ghostly white horse, called, appropriately, 'The White Horse of Windermere', will appear and walk on the water from one shore of the lake to the other.

Local History

Nearby alternative accommodation: Bed and Breakfasts - Self Catering     ACCOMMODATION MAP Accommodation map

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1 Elim Lodge Guest House    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Biskey Howe Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 2JP

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?

A small friendly informal non smoking BandB in a quiet street very close to Bownesss shops and Restaurants. A short walk to the Lake or to Biskey Howe viewpoint, in the heart of the beautiful Lake District. Great cooked breakfasts using award winning local ingredients and Fairtrade Tea and Coffee. … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £28.00
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2 Ellerthwaite Lodge    HISTORIC PROPERTY
New Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 2LA

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?
Heritage Tags: Arts and Crafts (Architecture) - William Morris (Person) - 19th century (Time Period)

Ellerthwaite Lodge, this four star non smoking guest accommodation ideally located in the quiet town of Windermere. Superbly placed for guests wishing to enjoy and explore the pleasures of the Lake District.Located just a short walk from Lake Windermere, this charming 19th century Lake District town house has been given … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 4 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £45.00
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3 Famous Wild Boar Hotel    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Crook Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 3NF

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?

Situated close to Lake Windermere, the Famous Wild Boar offers modern facilities combined with the classic warmth of an old coaching inn with an award winning restaurant. During your stay, feel free to explore the 72 acres of woodland, make use of the leisure facilities at the sister hotel, or … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £49.60
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4 Applegarth Hotel & JR Restaurant    HISTORIC PROPERTY
College Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 1BU

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?
Heritage Tags: Arts and Crafts (Architecture)

Applegarth Villa is a magnificent Arts and Crafts period property set in a quiet area of Windermere Village within walking distance of the train station and shops with the unique benefit of free onsite parking.Elegantly appointed, Applegarth offers accommodation from classic double rooms to luxury four posters with views over … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 4 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £55.00
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Lickbarrow Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 2NQ

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?
Heritage Tags: Arts and Crafts (Architecture)

LICKBARROW LODGE is an Arts and Crafts country house on the edge of our own 5-acre natural woodland, on a quiet country road equidistant from the C19th village of Windermere, where most local facilities can be found, and the picturesque lakeside village of Bowness-on-Windermere, each just a mile away. We … more >>
Accommodation Rating: Not rated

Stay at this Hotel from: £68.00
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6 The Willowsmere    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Ambleside Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 1ES

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?

The Willowsmere was built around 1860 as an imposing Lakeland family residence, it has been tastefully restored and renovated to a high standard and includes the luxuries that you would expect if staying in a fine English hotel. The Guesthouse has 13 en suite bedrooms all recently refurbished including new … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 4 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £69.00
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7 Cedar Manor Hotel and Restaurant    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Ambleside Road Windermere, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 1AX

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?

Cedar Manor Hotel and Restaurant is located on the outskirts of Windermere in the heart of the Lake District. Built in 1854 as a private country retreat, the hotel now provides comfortable accommodation for those wishing to relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery, wonderful walks and wealth of leisure facilities … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 2 star rating

Stay at this Small Hotel from: £73.00
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8 Rockside Guest House    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Ambleside Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 1AQ

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?

Traditional lakeland stone period property, full of character and charm. Prominently located at the head of Windermere village 2 minutes walk from the train and bus station. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly hospitality more >>
Accommodation Rating: 4 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £80.00
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9 Merewood Country House Hotel    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Ecclerigg, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 1LH

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?

Merewood is a country house hotel of great charm and distinction set in a position of incomparable scenic beauty. Merewood was built in 1812 for the son of the 1st Earl of Lonsdale. The house was built with stone quarried in the hotel grounds and retains many original features. These … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £150.00
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10 Miller Howe Hotel    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, England, LA23 1EY

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?

Award wining three AA Red star Country House Hotel with panoramic views of Lake Windermere and the Langdale pikes, set with in five acres of mature landscaped gardens. Whatever the weather you can soak up the stunning views on our Garden Terrace, or unwind and relax in one of our … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £180.00
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NEAREST ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION

Name Location Accommodation From (£) Heritage Distance
Wild Boar Hotel Crook, Cumbria Hotel 3 star rating 89.00 3 Heritage Rating 0.7 miles
Lonsdale hotel Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Hotel 4 star rating 44.00 1 Heritage Rating 0.8 miles
Claremont Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Hotel unrated 66.00 1 Heritage Rating 0.8 miles
Hazeldene Guest House Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Hotel 3 star rating 58.00 1 Heritage Rating 0.8 miles
Ruskin's Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Travel accommodation 3 star rating 60.00 1 Heritage Rating 0.9 miles
The Sun Hotel Troutbeck, Cumbria Small Hotel 4 star rating 45.95 3 Heritage Rating 0.9 miles
Oakbank House Hotel Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Hotel 5 star rating 80.00 1 Heritage Rating 1 miles
Stags Head Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Hotel 2 star rating 35.00 1 Heritage Rating 1.1 miles
Macdonald Old England Hotel Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Hotel 4 star rating 70.00 1 Heritage Rating 1.1 miles
Broadoaks Country House Troutbeck, Cumbria Hotel 5 star rating 79.00 3 Heritage Rating 1.2 miles
Name Location Accommodation From (£) Heritage Distance



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All Cumbria Hotel Locations
Alston - Ambleside - Appleby-in-Westmorland - Bardsea - Barrow-in-Furness - Bassenthwaite - Boot - Borrowdale - Bouth - Bowness-on-Windermere - Braithwaite - Brampton - Carlisle - Cleator - Cockermouth - Coniston - Crook - Crosby - Crosby_Garrett - Crosby-on-Eden - Culgaith - Dalton-in-Furness - Drigg - Eskdale - Glenridding - Gosforth - Grange-over-Sands - Grasmere - Great_Langdale - Harraby - Haverthwaite - Hawkshead - Hesket_Newmarket - Howtown - Ireby - Irton - Kendal - Keswick - Kingstown - Kirkby_Lonsdale - Kirkby_Stephen - Kirklinton - Kirksanton - Koswick - Lakeside - Little_Langdale - Longtown - Lorton - Millom - Near_Sawrey - Newby_Bridge - Orton - Overwater - Patterdale - Penrith - Portinscale - Ravenglass - Ravenstonedale - Rosthwaite - Rydal - Seascale - Sedbergh - Shap - Silloth-on-Solway - Spark_Bridge - Stainton - Stanwix - Thirlmere - Townhead - Troutbeck - Ullswater - Ulverston - Watermillock - Wetheral - Wigton - Windermere - Workington

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Nearest attractions

Holehird Gardens
1.5 miles - (Garden)

Brockhole Gardens
1.9 miles - (Garden)

Townend
2.2 miles - (Historic House)

Blackwell, the Arts and Crafts House
2.5 miles - (Historic Building)

Wray Castle
2.7 miles - (Historic House)

Hill Top
3 miles - (Historic Building)

Stagshaw Garden
3.3 miles - (Garden)


Tourism - Towns & Villages

Ambleside (3.3 miles)

Rydal (5.6 miles)

Grasmere (6.4 miles)

Coniston (6.6 miles)

Kendal (7.7 miles)

Glenridding (11.7 miles)

Watendlath (13.9 miles)