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Guest Houses in Windermere

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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.

Most booked guest houses in Windermere and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 983 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 534 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 676 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,135 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,253 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,295 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Windermere

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,520 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Windermere and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Puddle Duck Lodge – Adults Only is a guest house set in a historic building in Bowness-on-Windermere, 400 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.

From US$141.26 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$111.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews

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

From US$120.33 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$116.41 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$102.15 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$158.26 per night

Cambridge House

Windermere
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

This small guest house is a 2-minute walk from the shops, cafés and restaurants of Windermere and a 15-minute walk from Lake Windermere.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 757 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.

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Windermere and nearby

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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 563 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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

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

From US$184.55 per night
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$185.44 per night
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...

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

Broadlands Windermere

Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 452 reviews

Broadlands Windermere Award Winning Guest House, is in the heart of the English Lake District, now a World Heritage Site.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews

Situated in the heart of peaceful Windermere, Wheatlands Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Windermere Rail Station, offering free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

Westbury House

Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews

Located in Windermere within 1.7 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 36 km of Derwentwater Lake, Westbury House provides rooms with free WiFi.

Autumn Leaves Guest House

Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews

Set in Windermere, 1.8 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, Autumn Leaves Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Glen Wynne Recently Renovated - FREE off-site Health Club access with Pool, Sauna, Steam Room & Gym Short 5 Minute Drive Away is situated in Windermere, 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, 42 km from Askham...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

Set 1.7 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 37 km from Derwentwater Lake and 42 km from Askham Hall, Windermere Lynwood Guest House offers accommodation located in Windermere.

Windermere Suites

Windermere
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews

With a 5-star Guest Accommodation rating, suites come with luxury bathrooms and modern furniture from designers such as Philippe Starck. huge Air baths for two with mood lights and a TV above.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 719 reviews

In the beautiful Lake District, just a short walk from Windermere, this luxury bed and breakfast has beautifully appointed rooms, all with a modern, original bathroom and free Wi-Fi.

From US$168.79 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Windermere and nearby

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

Set 38 km from Derwentwater Lake, 43 km from Askham Hall and 50 km from Trough of Bowland, Craig Walk Suite offers accommodation situated in Bowness-on-Windermere.

From US$210.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,254 reviews

Located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The White House is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi.

From US$220.13 per night

White Rose

Windermere
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of mountain, White Rose is a guest house situated in a historic building in Windermere, 1.6 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

From US$98.10 per night

Lingmoor

Windermere
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews

Situated in the centre of Windermere village, only 2 minutes walk from Windermere Train station and 20 minutes walk from Lake Windermere.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

Set in Windermere, 1.9 km from World of Beatrix Potter, All Seasons Rest offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free WiFi, luggage storage space, and a housekeeping service.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

In the heart of Windermere, Haisthorpe House is a picturesque three-storey former gentleman's residence built in 1897.

The Dozy Deer

Windermere
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

The Dozy Deer - a newly renovated guest house - is just a short walk from Windermere centre. The rooms feature en suite bathrooms. No breakfast included.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 676 reviews

The Lamplighter features a top rated traditional restaurant, lounge bar and terraces, serving real ales and Lakeland specialities.

From US$142.57 per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Windermere

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Avg. price/night: US$192.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews
Great location ..Clean room ..friendly staff .Second trip throughly enjoyed it.There were a few guest houses allot cheaper this season, but as had a great time before choose to stay again .Good location to catch the buses if you don't want to drive xx
Guest review by
Patricia
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$141.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Large spacious rooms and great location between bowness and windermere. Great hosts.
Guest review by
Alex
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$150.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Great location, great hosts. Breakfast was excellent
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Kevin
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews
Jo was very attentive and a great host, was a great location and just what we wanted!
Guest review by
Gabby
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$150.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 611 reviews
Ken & Cindy were a lovely couple, very friendly and great hosts. The B&B was 1st class, comfortable, very clean, Breakfast was excellent, lovely home cooked food, fresh fruit salad. Wonderful place. Location to Windermere & Bowness was excellent, 15 minutes walk.
Guest review by
Helen
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
Such a peaceful accommodation, great location, lovely hosts and good tastes ! Did not want to leave this guesthouse even after four nights staying there. Thanks for this experience !
Guest review by
Camille
Solo traveller