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Lakes Hotel and Spa
This is the best hotel I have stayed in for a very long time. Every single detail was perfect. Staff were attentive, room and property beautifully maintained and clean. Food was amazing. Spa was so relaxing and enjoyable. We will certainly be back. Only tiny thing I would change if I could - free ...
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Lovely hotel close to the lake and very convenient for the shops, theatre and main attractions. Staff at Reception and at breakfast were all really pleasant and helpful. Arriving in a car is a bit of a nightmare: the entrance is in a very tight and busy street, so finding somwhere to wait while paying ...
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
The Belsfield Hotel
The room was clean could have done with new bath panel as this was broken and not in good condition The breakfast was good but as I don’t eat cooked breakfast the choice was very limit on the cold buffet
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Rayrigg Villa Windermere
Great location, very clean, spacious room would definitely stay here again 💯😊
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
Very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
The Governance Apartments
Perfect quiet location not too far from shops and bars. A short journey to Bowness-On-Windermere about 5 minutes by car but very much walkable. The space in the accommodation was huge absolute perfection
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Popular places to visit
Ullswater
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ullswater during your travels in Penrith. Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its lively bars.
Lowther Castle and Gardens
You can learn about the history of Lowther with a trip to Lowther Castle and Gardens. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Penrith Castle
Penrith Castle is just one of the places to see in Penrith, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Aira Force
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Penrith. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.
Brougham Hall
You can browse the exhibits at Brougham Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Eamont Bridge. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.
Brougham Castle
You can study the exhibits at Brougham Castle, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Brougham. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside
Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere
Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip
- Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Ullswater
- World of Beatrix Potter
- Scafell Pike
- Lodore Falls
- Derwentwater
- Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
- Coniston Water
- Bowness Pier
- Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
- Rydal Mount
- Ambleside Pier
- Blackwell
- Lowther Castle and Gardens
- Old Man of Coniston
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- North Pennines
- Whinfell Forest
- Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats
- Honister Slate Mine
- Lake District Wildlife Park
- Dove Cottage
- Hill Top Farm
- Hellvellyn
- Skiddaw
- Grizedale Forest
- Penrith Castle
- Brewery Arts Centre
- Aira Force
- Orrest Head