Top 10 Bed and Breakfast Inns in Windermere, United Kingdom

April 24, 2023 Alida England

This popular resort town is located just a mile from Windermere Lake, the largest lake in England and alleged home to more than one peculiar sea creature. If we've scared you out of skiing, boating and fishing in Windermere Lake, there's always horseback riding and golf. Or you can explore the lake from the safety of a ferryboat, which regularly takes passengers from Hawkshead to Bowness.
Restaurants in Windermere

1. St John's Lodge (incl offsite leisure club)

Lake Road, Windermere LA23 2EQ England
Excellent
95%
Good
5%
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5 based on 1021 reviews

St John's Lodge (incl offsite leisure club)

St John's Lodge is ideally situated midway between Windermere village and the Lake at Bowness Bay and close to a wide variety of activities, restaurants and shops. It offers stylish, very clean rooms, superb breakfasts and free off-site leisure club (2 miles away). BOOK DIRECT for the cheapest rates. St John's Lodge has been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017. Choices Leisure Club offers guests free use of a swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and classes. For breakfast, there is an extensive range of fresh cooked plates including Traditional Full English, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free. There is a small car park on-site plus additional free parking opposite beside the glass bus shelter and also on Queens Drive. The hosts offer excellent advice for local walks, activities and restaurants.

First time staying at a small independent guest house

Reviewed By Experience177912

Fantastic location. We booked one of the smallest rooms. Perfectly adequate for a couple. Very comfortable, very clean, warm and quiet. Parking was a bonus. The breakfasts were superb. The hosts could not have been more welcoming or helpful. I would definitely recommend and we hope to return soon.

2. Jerichos Guest House

College Road, Windermere LA23 1BX England
Excellent
86%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 508 reviews

Jerichos Guest House

Finding an ideal romantic bed and breakfast in Windermere does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Jerichos Boutique Accommodation, a nice option for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the bed and breakfast. Jerichos features baggage storage, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts free breakfast. If you are driving to Jerichos, free parking is available. Windermere has plenty of restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Cafe Italia, El Portón, and Tapios, which are serving up some great dishes. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Orrest Head (0.6 mi) and High Street (0.2 mi), which are some popular Windermere attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the bed and breakfast. Jerichos puts the best of Windermere at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

A lovely break

Reviewed By ep_456

Just returned from a wonderful few days at Jericho’s. Steve & Hayley are lovely friendly hosts. The guest house is pristine and beautifully decorated. The bed was so comfortable, and the shower, powerful. Breakfast was delicious each morning. The location is perfect for getting around the Lake District and just a few minutes walk into Windermere, yet in very quiet surroundings. I thoroughly recommend.

3. Glen Wynne Guest House

Glen Wynne Broad Street, Windermere LA23 2AB England
Excellent
95%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
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5 based on 307 reviews

Glen Wynne Guest House

Glen Wynne is a 4 bedroom guest house situated 200 yds from the heart of Windermere and a 7 minute walk from Windermere station. Glen Wynne is a traditional Lakeland stone property dated from around 1860. You will find all our rooms come with en suites, comfortable beds with luxury bedding and hospitality trays filled with a selection of biscuits and hot drinks and fresh water. Glen Wynne is centrally located in Windermere, a 20 minute walk to the lake and Ambleside, Grasmere and Kendal are all within a 20 minute drive, along with several good walks especially Orrest Head with breathtaking views over the lake. Local eateries and bars such as Windermere Speakeasy, Villa Positano, Tapios and the Boardwalk all come highly recommended. There is free street parking outside and also a pay and display car park near by too.

Clean and Cosy

Reviewed By AngeAnge2010

We had a lovely one-night stay in the Coniston room which was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated. The room was really cosy due to heating being on which I really appreciated on a cold, damp day. Slept well in nice bedding and room was very quiet. We managed to find a parking space immediately outside the property but were advised that we could borrow a parking permit if needed. The guesthouse is perfectly located, in a quiet street but a few minutes walk from restaurants and cafes. We were glad of local advice, especially regarding restaurants as we had a lovely meal at Cafe Italiano which was recommmended to us. It was around a 20 minute very pleasant walk to lake at Bowness although it's only a few minutes drive or bus ride if you'd prefer to drive. Would be happy to come back here.

4. The Archway Guesthouse

13 College Road, Windermere LA23 1BU England
Excellent
93%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 575 reviews

The Archway Guesthouse

The Archway Guesthouse- A good quality, small 4 star guesthouse in a quiet spot in Windermere village. We pride ourselves for giving all those little extras. All food locally sourced with an extensive breakfast menu, including a Caribbean option, catering for all dietary requirements. Homemade biscuits in the rooms, as well as DVD/CD players and big comfy beds. Great location close to the station suitable for exploring the lakes with or without transport/ parking available (first come first served). Breakfast included in the price. Prices are based on two people sharing per night.

Wonderful stay

Reviewed By nivetha123

We had a lovely time at Archway Guest house. Coniston room had a great view. Denis and Anita were awesome hosts. We loved the Caribbean & English breakfast, muffins and Lemon Drizzle cake. We really enjoyed the hike recommended by Anita to Windermere Lake from the guest house. Nice weekend away for couples.

5. Holly Lodge Guest House

6 College Road, Windermere LA23 1BX England
Excellent
81%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 449 reviews

Holly Lodge Guest House

Our Guest House has lots of character and is one of the oldest in Windermere. We are spacious, warm, clean and quirky. We have a comfortable stylish lounge where you can enjoy drinks, cards and board games. All our rooms are boutique style and all have en-suite shower rooms. We love to have families, lone traveler's or couples. We have been here for 5 years and are loving meeting new people daily. We want you to enjoy every element of your stay with us and feel at home. We look forward to your arrival :-) Bonnie, Ian and family

A great stay with only a ew small niggles

Reviewed By scottfellows

Just come away from a very enjoyable and comfortable stay. I booked a single room which I was pleased to find actually had a queen size bed . Great shower and bed v comfortable...room larger than many single rooms I've stayed in before. As some reviewers have mentioned there is minimal contact with the owners but they are a young couple with school age children...plus run another business in town..so perfectly understandable. On the one or two occasions I needed to speak to someone the response was fast efficient and with a smile. Okay so any negatives? Well there seemed to be a problem with housekeeping...one day the tray of tea/coffee biscuits etc had been accidentally left in the room...another day I had to ask for clean towels as mine had been unchanged.The TV refused to let me watch SKY news for some strange reason..but this really wasn't worth mentioning However on other occasions the problem was fixed straightaway. Breakfast was fine with an unusually wide choice and I liked the system of ordering the day before... Memories of hospital stays!!! but with much better food! On the whole this is a well run hotel...with very few negatives.Oh yes... If you come by car you'll need to practice your manoeuvring skills in the car park...but there is room for everyone. Highly recommended and in my opinion good value for money...I hope to visit again.

6. Autumn Leaves Guest House

29 Broad Street, Windermere LA23 2AB England
Excellent
90%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 506 reviews

Autumn Leaves Guest House

Welcome to Autumn Leaves Guest House, your Windermere “home away from home.” Autumn Leaves Guest House aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Close to Windermere Methodist church & District Foodbank (0.2 mi), a popular Windermere landmark, Autumn Leaves Guest House Hotel is a great destination for tourists. Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV, and Autumn Leaves Guest House Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. In addition, guests can enjoy free breakfast during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free public parking available nearby. Travelers looking to enjoy some lobster can head to Francine's, Hooked, or Holbeck Ghyll. Otherwise, you may want to check out an Italian restaurant such as Cafe Italia, San Pietro Restaurant Windermere, or The Little Ice Cream Shop - Windermere. Best of all, Autumn Leaves Guest House makes it easy to experience many great Windermere attractions like Thuline Studio - Gallery and Cookhouse Gallery, which are some popular art galleries. Autumn Leaves Guest House puts the best of Windermere at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

warm and very wellcoming

Reviewed By Ocgal25

.. Bob and Tanya-the owners let us fill like good friends parking is free near the house parking is free near the house it was cozy and warm comfortable and clean sheets and bed .coffee and tea r available in the room. go and enjoy..

7. The Cottage

The Cottage Elleray Road, Windermere LA23 1AG England
Excellent
79%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 205 reviews

The Cottage

If you’re looking for a romantic bed and breakfast in Windermere, look no further than The Cottage. Given the close proximity to Windermere Methodist church & District Foodbank (0.1 mi), guests of The Cottage can easily experience one of Windermere's most popular landmarks. Rooms at The Cottage provide a flat screen TV and a refrigerator, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. In addition, The Cottage offers free breakfast, which will help make your Windermere trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. If you’re looking for a Mediterranean restaurant, consider a visit to Cafe Italia, El Portón, or Tapios, which are all conveniently located a short distance from The Cottage. Windermere is also known for some great art galleries, including Thuline Studio - Gallery and Cookhouse Gallery, which are not too far from The Cottage. The staff at The Cottage looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

Fantastic, can't recommend enough

Reviewed By 316traceyjaneb

Brilliant B&B, lovely rooms with everything you need, excellent breakfasts, with great choice and quality ingredients. Town is literally a few yards away. Staff are lovely, friendly and can't do enough for you. Thoroughly recommend.

8. The Howbeck & Retreat

Howbeck New Road, Windermere LA23 2LA England
Excellent
75%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1170 reviews

The Howbeck & Retreat

Luxury AA Rated 5 star highly recommended, recently fully refurbished guest house just 2 mins walk from Windermere centre. A member of the "Best loved hotels of the world" all rooms have fantastic en-suites some with jacuzzis & massage showers. We have 1 luxury suite with private entrance and patio, double jacuzzi air bath, mood lighting, 2 tv's etc. If you are looking for somewhere special you will not find better in Windermere!

Perfect guest house

Reviewed By SarahR274

The perfect little guest house! The room was cosy, fresh and clean, good comfortable bed, good shower and delicious breakfast. Free parking (plenty of it). 2 mins walk from Windermere and 15 to Bowness. Staff were friendly and helpful. We would definitely return if back in the area!

9. Glencree

Lake Road, Windermere LA23 2EQ England
Excellent
82%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 192 reviews

Glencree

Glencree offers parking and free Wi-Fi, it serves hearty breakfasts cooked to order. Guests can swim in the property’s off-site pool. Bright and warmly furnished, rooms at Glencree are individually designed and feature en suite bath or shower rooms with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV is featured in every room, along with tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms enjoy scenic woodland views.

lovely stay

Reviewed By mrspee1

just returned home from a beautiful last minute night away, we visit windermere/bowness every few weeks and stay in the same hotel, however full this weekend so booked Glencree, both me and my partner instantly loved the place, we booked the romantic double room with balcony and it didn’t disappoint we are already planning our next visit but will be bring our parents along too. ian was a brilliant host.

10. Windermere Park B&B

New Road, Windermere LA23 2LA England
Excellent
52%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 516 reviews

Windermere Park B&B

A short walk from Lake Windermere, this charming 19th-century Lake District town house provides 17 relaxing, comfortably furnished en-suite rooms for you to enjoy bed and breakfast accommodation in Windermere. Our rooms have been dressed with bespoke soft furnishings, excelsior deluxe mattresses. Parking is also not a problem as we have private car park with ample space for all. You are only 2 minutes walk from Windermere town centre with its variety of shops and selection of good quality restaurants which is why we have chosen to only cater for bed and breakfast. Windermere Park is ideally situated and provides a great place to stay to enjoy the Lake District.

Great value, location and service

Reviewed By SWM1878

We (2 adults, 2 children and a dog!) had a lovely break over the bank holiday weekend. The location is brilliant (2 minute walk to Windermere centre and about a mile from Bowness), the property is spotless and our room (The Oscar Wilde suite) was huge. Jeanette looked after us amazingly well, even treating our dog to sausages at breakfast! Highly recommended and we’ll be visiting again, thanks for a great stay!

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