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Lakes Hotel & Spa, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Our hotel is perfectly situated with views of Lake Windermere, just a short stroll from the bustling village centre of Bowness-on-Windermere and the boats that travel the length of Windermere, making...

Location Staff Facilities Restaurant Atmosphere
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
5,769 reviews
Price from£165.60per night
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

On the shores of Lake Windermere, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa has an award-winning restaurant, a beauty spa and scenic views. Windermere centre is a 20-minute walk away.

Location. That’s what Macdonalds is all about.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
2,634 reviews
Price from£201per night
Damson Dene Hotel, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

With open log fires and beautiful oak beams, Damson Dene Hotel features a luxury spa, beautiful landscaped gardens and a traditional restaurant. Windermere is just a 15-minute drive away.

Roaring fire, relaxed, excellent massage and lovely conversation, beautiful surroundings.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
2,163 reviews
Price from£161per night
Burn How Garden House Hotel, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

This peaceful, family-run Lake District hotel is a 5-minute stroll from Lake Windermere. The Burn How’s rooms are all situated in the private grounds, away from the main building.

Fabulous hotel we loved our stay. Lovely room with balcony and garden view. Amazing breakfast with plenty of choice, cooked perfect. Welcoming and friendly staff. Great location walking distance from lake Windermere
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,047 reviews
Price from£119per night
Lindeth Howe, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Once owned by children's author Beatrix Potter, Lindeth Howe country house hotel is set in beautiful large gardens, just a 5-minute walk from the banks of Lake Windermere.

Beautiful location in heart of the lake district but within easy reach of Bowness. We were upgraded to a garden/lake view room which made our stay perfect. Thank you. Breakfast very good.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,132 reviews
Price from£194.48per night
Aphrodites Group, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Set in private grounds above Lake Windermere, Aphrodites Group offers luxury themed suites with spa baths or private hot tubs. There is free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout.

Really comfortable
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
469 reviews
Price from£272.16per night
Lindeth Fell Country House, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Overlooking Lake Windermere, Lindeth Fell offers impressive views and free parking, just 5 minutes from Windermere Ferry Crossing.

Location - well away from the busyness of Biwness on Windermere Beautiful Arts and Crafts Building and stunning grounds
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
459 reviews
Price from£189per night
Craig Manor, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Overlooking Lake Windermere and the Langdale Pikes, the Craig Manor is 5 minute walk from Bowness. The rooms have modern decor, en suite bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels.

Very nice comfortable hotel. Lovely veranda at rear of hotel with views of hills and Windermere.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
149 reviews
Price from£97.20per night
Storrs Hall Hotel, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

* The hotel is in the heart of the English Lake District, on the shores of lake Windermere, in 17 acres of private grounds. Most bedrooms have lake views, others look over the gardens.

Superb hotel, friendly staff, gorgeous rooms and grounds. We had a lake view room and it was lovely. Breakfast and dinner were both fantastic. We will definitely be returning.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
327 reviews
Price from£273per night
Linthwaite House Hotel, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Linthwaite House is situated on a hilltop overlooking Windermere, making it the perfect base from which to explore the scenic surroundings.

I love the Linthwaite, it’s a beautiful peppery in a gorgeous area. Views of the lake are amazing. It feels very luxurious.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
872 reviews
Price from£301.50per night
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Bowness-on-Windermere's best hotels with breakfast

  • The Berry Boutique
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 209 reviews

    38 km from Derwentwater, The Berry Boutique is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    Loved the local pastry treat breakfast.A lovely touch!

  • Gilpin Hotel & Lake House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 147 reviews

    Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, an AA 5 Red Star, Relais & Châteaux hotel near Windermere in the beautiful Lake District.

    A wonderful place for a special wedding anniversary.

  • Aphrodites Group
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 469 reviews

    Set in private grounds above Lake Windermere, Aphrodites Group offers luxury themed suites with spa baths or private hot tubs. There is free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout.

    Great breakfast friendly staff perfect facilities.

  • The Ro Hotel Windermere
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,277 reviews

    The Ro Hotel is a new hotel in the heart of Bowness-on Windermere. As a dog friendly hotel, we would like to make you aware that there are 14 pet friendly rooms in our property.

    The hotel was lovely, well kept, warm and welcoming.

Budget hotels in Bowness-on-Windermere

  • Craig Manor
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 149 reviews

    Overlooking Lake Windermere and the Langdale Pikes, the Craig Manor is 5 minute walk from Bowness. The rooms have modern decor, en suite bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels.

    Nice decor, great breakfast, close to town and good parking

  • Lindeth Fell Country House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 459 reviews

    Overlooking Lake Windermere, Lindeth Fell offers impressive views and free parking, just 5 minutes from Windermere Ferry Crossing.

    Fantastic location within a short walk to the lake

  • Storrs Hall Hotel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 327 reviews

    * The hotel is in the heart of the English Lake District, on the shores of lake Windermere, in 17 acres of private grounds. Most bedrooms have lake views, others look over the gardens.

    Beautiful location, the staff were great, everything was perfect

  • The Cranleigh Boutique
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 242 reviews

    Expect the unexpected in this new concept guest house, just 1 minute's walk from Lake Windermere and its beautiful bustling village of Bowness-on-Windermere, the heart of the English Lake District.

    Beautiful suite with amazing bath! Was so romantic.

  • Church Suites by The Cranleigh Boutique
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 21 reviews

    Church Suites by The Cranleigh Boutique is located in the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere. This stylish adults-only property offers exclusive, individually designed suites.

    I loved the suite very clean modern an had everything we wanted

  • The Belsfield Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,256 reviews

    Built in 1845, The Belsfield Hotel is an award-winning hotel that stands in 6 acres of gardens with unparalleled views over Lake Windermere.

    It was overlooking the lake and peaceful and amazing

  • Damson Dene Hotel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,163 reviews

    With open log fires and beautiful oak beams, Damson Dene Hotel features a luxury spa, beautiful landscaped gardens and a traditional restaurant. Windermere is just a 15-minute drive away.

    The food was very good & the staff were friendly and helpful

  • Burn How Garden House Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,047 reviews

    This peaceful, family-run Lake District hotel is a 5-minute stroll from Lake Windermere. The Burn How’s rooms are all situated in the private grounds, away from the main building.

    Great location. Lovely staff. Very comfortable room.

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What guests said about Bowness-on-Windermere:

  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Bowness is a lovely location on Lake Windermere.

    Bowness is a lovely location on Lake Windermere. If you like trips by water, it is a good place to visit but a bit lacking in things to do apart from that. There is a good bus service to Kendal or Keswick but leave the car and use public transport. You can go to Ambleside by boat or bus but the town is packed during the summer season.
    Ian
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The view from the window, presentation of the property,...

    The view from the window, presentation of the property, decor of the room, bottle of water on arrival. Closeness of township. The staircase was a challenge and heating could have been better controlled.
    Lorraine
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The location was just perfect.

    The location was just perfect. It was central for us to adventure out and explore the Lake District. It was also an exciting location for relaxation in the evenings. Lots of fine restaurants and pubs to choose from with a lovely holiday atmosphere abounding everywhere. Regretfully the car ferry was out of order and not available to us. That was a bit of a nuisance as our touring plans had envisaged that being available. None the less we had a fabulous holiday and were not overly put-out by the loss.
    David
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It is so easy going in Bowness we try to come here as often...

    It is so easy going in Bowness we try to come here as often as we can. There’s something to do for everyone young and old. We have a dog now and he’s so relaxed here many places are dog friendly. Bars and restaurants brilliant especially Italians on the Main Street. Our favourite place can’t wait to come back
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I liked the Beatrix Potter museum, Holehird Gardens, and...

    I liked the Beatrix Potter museum, Holehird Gardens, and Stagshaw gardens, Hayes garden centre up in Ambleside. Booked an amazing day trip with Mountain Goat tours that took us around ten Lakes of the Lake District with our amazing guide Mark Shipley. the restaurants I went to was Francine's up in Windermere, Urban Food House (superb) and the Magic Roundabout. I was within walking distance of everything in Bowness. I probably would avoid booking in the school holidays, was very busy everywhere. the weather was very changeable but it is the wettest area of Great Britain.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Lots of shops, pubs, restaurants etc.

    Lots of shops, pubs, restaurants etc. Can take a boat trip on the lake around the islands or go to Ambleside. Nice place. Beware it can be hilly if you have mobility issues. Overall nice place to visit.
    A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom

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  • From £148 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 735 reviews
    Breakfast was lovely, beautifully presented, Karol and Nigel are pleasant and always attentive. The Covid situation has prevented the full array of choice, self serve cereals, fruit etc at the present time, but for us it was not a problem. The en suite room was bright and comfy. Its position is just a few hundred metres from all that's going on at Bowness on Windermere, we love it here. Value for money, hosts are friendly and helpful, even tips on local walks to take.
    John
    United Kingdom
  • From £155.70 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 149 reviews
    So glad we found this little gem of a hotel situated just top of the hill of Bowness, it’s perfect walking distance to the town. The room was clean, the staff was very friendly. Breakfast was delicious. We also enjoyed the drinks on the terrace when the rain allowed. We cannot wait to return to this fabulous hotel! As it was our wedding anniversary they us pretty surprise with bottle of wine on arrival it was so lovely
    Supriya
    United Kingdom
  • From £165.60 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5,769 reviews
    The pool and spa was really nice, this part had good facilities and was a decent size although was very busy at one time. The bed was really comfy and huge, but they said they’d gave us a free room upgrade to a bigger one so maybe in the ‘snug’ room the bed would have been smaller. Staff overall helpful. Location to Bowness on Windermere good at less than a 10 minute walk.
    city_breaker
    United Kingdom
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 17 reviews
    The Flat was kept beautiful, very clean and comfortable. The kitchen had everything you could need and the shower room was clean and up to the minute in style. The decor was to a high standard some beautiful finishing touches.The flat was well equipped and in a very good position for the shops, restaurants and cafes in Bowness on Windermere.
    Lucia
    United Kingdom
  • From £100 per night
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 472 reviews
    Great B&B. Super position with a short walk to the centre of Bowness on Windermere (where the ferries go from). Had an excellent stay. Host's really friendly and cared and made a great effort to make our stay welcome. Nothing too much trouble. Beds lovely and comfy (we had two rooms). Excellent stay and would definitely stay again.
    Jason
    United Kingdom
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 90 reviews
    Perfectly situated to access lake Windermere, as well as the towns of Bowness on Windermere, Windermere and Ambleside. Parking at the rear, with Comfortable rooms, with everything you need, including an awesome shower! Simon and Joan were the perfect hosts - helpful and knowledgable. Plus, their cooked breakfasts are gorgeous.
    Stuart
    United Kingdom
  • From £216.20 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,163 reviews
    Attitude and manner of staff was spot on, the level of professionalism and friendliness felt genuine at all times. Didn't treat the consumables in the room like they're gold plated like most hotels. Enough toilet rolls to last a week, plenty of shower gels soaps etc, and no shortage of tea and coffee Biscuits.
    p
    peedunn86
    United Kingdom
  • From £165.60 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5,769 reviews
    This hidden treasure in the center of Bowness on Windermere. From stepping foot inside this beautiful Hotel and Spa you are treat like royalty. The amazing staff,beautiful spa,added bonus of a hot tub on our balcony. Pub onsite and a gorgeous asian restaurant. We will definitely be returning.
    Deborah
    United Kingdom
  • From £249 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,256 reviews
    Beautiful hotel in ideal location in Bowness on Windermere with nice gardens and lake views. Comfortable bed and nice bedding. There was plenty of choice at breakfast and we had a table overlooking lake. We stayed here many years ago and the hotel has been nicely upgraded since.
    Rebecca
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 66 reviews
    Great apartment with everything you need, spacious, well equipped, clean and modern. Location also excellent as it's up the hill from the middle of town, with some nice views of Lake Windermere, but still only a 10min walk in via a relatively flat shortcut.
    Brendan
    United Kingdom
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 723 reviews
    Wonderfully spacious room; excellent WiFi; superlatively friendly proprietors Clare and Robert; great breakfast; easy walk to town centre and lake. F-35 flypasts over Lake Windermere from RAF base to the north an unexpected bonus!
    Ted
    United Kingdom
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 210 reviews
    Breakfast was good and piping hot with a nice selection of cereals and fruit segments. Location-wise the hotel is a short walk from all the local pubs, restaurants and Lake Windermere. With on-site parking it ticked all the boxes
    Timothy J
    United Kingdom
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,047 reviews
    Fabulous hotel we loved our stay. Lovely room with balcony and garden view. Amazing breakfast with plenty of choice, cooked perfect. Welcoming and friendly staff. Great location walking distance from lake Windermere
    Lisa
    United Kingdom
  • From £325 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 692 reviews
    Good location - 5-10 minute walk into Bowness-on-Windermere. Comfortable accommodation, accurate to description and helpful staff at check in.
    Davies
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £225.15 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,132 reviews
    Staff were very polite and helpful. Breakfast was fantastic. Room was spacious. The grounds of the hotel were beautiful.
    Destiney
    United States
  • From £155.70 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 149 reviews
    Breakfast was delicious. The location was fantastic. Lovely hotel and the staff were very helpful and polite
    Briony
    United Kingdom
  • From £130 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,136 reviews
    The hotel was clean and comfortable, the staff very pleasant and the food was good.
    Maureen
    United Kingdom
  • From £135 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,545 reviews
    Nice small hotel located in the centre of Bowness on Windermere.
    margaret
    United Kingdom
  • From £100 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,065 reviews
    Really beautiful hotel
    Lalinder
    United Kingdom
  • From £201 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,634 reviews
    nice hotel and view
    Mashoor
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