A good base for exploring the Lake District, Windermere is one of those places with row upon row of B&Bs and hotels. As we hadn't booked we had to do a bit of searching for one with a vacancy. This place had a sign outside saying "special rates tonight", or something, and when we enquired about a two-night stay we... more

Arrived into town not having booked anywhere to stay so was really happy with what we found at The Ellerthwaite Lodge Hotel.. Roger is very friendly and helpful .. the room was really great with a nice new bathroom.. ( just watch your head on the beams ! ... but adds character to room i think ) .. Breakfast was... more

We have just returned from a short break in the Lakes and stayed at the Ellerthwaite Lodge. The weather was pretty miserable but the hotel more than made up for a bit of rain. It's a medium sized hotel with a small bar area and two dining rooms. Breakfast was wonderful - choice of fruit and cereals followed by several... more