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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 613 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews

St John's Lodge is an award-winning guest house situated between Windermere village and the Lake at Bowness Bay.

From US$182.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,255 reviews

Just 2 minutes from Windermere town centre, Windermere Park provides en suite rooms with period features within a central Lake District location.

From US$170.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews

Welcome to Beaumont House — A Tranquil Victorian Retreat in the Heart of Windermere Beaumont House is a charming, family-run Victorian guesthouse, exclusively for adults, nestled in a peaceful...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews

Situated in the rolling hills surrounding Esthwaite Water, the village of Hawkshead is home to The Queen’s Head Inn.

From US$123.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 863 reviews

Set above Waterhead Bay in Ambleside is the Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Waterhead Inn.

From US$190.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,240 reviews

The family-run Ambleside Townhouse is situated in Ambleside, 800 metres from Lake Windermere. It offers en suite rooms and a full English breakfast in the morning.

From US$116.98 per night

Rothay Garth

Ambleside
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,753 reviews

The Rothay Garth is a traditional Lakeland guest house with beautiful mountain views. Set in the heart of Ambleside village, The Rothay offers en suite rooms and free parking.

From US$78.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews

Set in Ambleside, Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside is a recently renovated accommodation, 16 km from Lake Windermere and 28 km from Derwentwater Lake.

From US$159.04 per night

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Bowness-on-Windermere and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Boasting accommodation with a pool with a view, mountain view and a patio, The Penthouse Bowness Tranquil Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Cascades Spa Membership is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews

Built in 1888, using Lakeland stone, the 4-star Glenville House combines traditional charm with modern facilities.

From US$143.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews

Located just 1 mile from Lake Windermere, The Coppice - including off-site health club features rooms with a free decanter of sherry. It offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 756 reviews

Dating back to 1854, the award-winning Holly Lodge Guest House with FREE off site health club is quietly situated in the center of Windermere.

Highly rated guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Thornleigh Guest House - Free ON STREET Parking, a property with a garden, is situated in Windermere, less than 1 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 39 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 42 km from...

From US$164.82 per night

The Penn

Windermere
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews

Located in Windermere, the recently renovated The Penn provides accommodation 2 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 36 km from Derwentwater Lake.

From US$169.16 per night

The Log House

Ambleside
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews

The Log House is located in Ambleside, 16 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 34 km from Muncaster Castle.

From US$90.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

Just 150 metres from the western shores of Lake Windermere, this charming guest house offers free Wi-Fi. In the village of Lakeside, it provides free parking and secure cycle storage.

From US$130.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

This B&B is just 5 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere and 2 minutes from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. There is free Wi-Fi for guests..

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, Holly Cottages features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

From US$105.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

Situated in the heart of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, this adult only guesthouse overlooks Lake Windermere. The ferry terminal and the marina are 3 minutes' walk away.

From US$142.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews

Hazeldene Guest House - with Free Offsite Health Club is ideally located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere and offers free private parking.

Save money on guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere and nearby – budget options available

Elim House

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

Offering a sun terrace, Elim House is located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria Region, 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter. Some rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

Occupying a superb position on the edge of Bowness village, and just 3-minutes away from Lake Windermere itself, this beautiful guest house offers a careful blend of modern and traditional.

Latimer House

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviews

Set in the village of Bowness, Latimer House Guest House offers 4-star accommodation with views of its surrounding gardens and of the village.

From US$118.29 per night

Lingwood Lodge

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews

Located just a short walk from the vibrant centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, Lingwood Lodge offers the perfect base to explore the Lake District.

From US$151.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews

Invergarry Room-Only Guest House For Adults is set in the heart of Windermere and Bowness.

From US$141.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews

In a peaceful residential area of Windermere, this friendly guest house is in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Bowness in the Lake District is a 10-minute walk away.

From US$109.09 per night

Lowghyll suite

Bowness-on-Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Offering mountain views, Lowghyll suite is an accommodation set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 39 km from Derwentwater Lake and 43 km from Askham Hall.

Hawksmoor Guest House

Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews

Situated 10 minutes of walking to Windermere or Bowness, Hawksmoor Guest House has free Wi-Fi and plenty of off-road parking.

From US$193.87 per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Bowness-on-Windermere

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Avg. price/night: US$105.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews
Great location, quiet and close to the town centre. Beautiful house and wonderful garden! Comfortable, clean and cosy room with good beds. Good breakfast, in the room but perfectly organised. Friendly hosts. Convenient parking place.
Guest review by
Filip Tondeleir
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$232.77
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviews
Modern and charming, impeccably clean room and bathroom. Great location close to town. Quiet room could not hear noise inside. Very comfy bed.
Guest review by
Belinda
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
Great location, good communication from host. Quiet side facing room. Easy self check in. Very clean. Excellent breakfast.
Guest review by
Alistair
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews
Great hosts, very friendly. Nice quiet place but in a central location. Breakfast was excellent and 2 mins from a really good pub Hole in t'wall.
Guest review by
Janet
Young couple