The Coniston Inn
Hawkshead Old Road, Coniston LA21 8AJ England
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Located on the shores of Coniston Water with sensational lake and fell views, this classic Lakeland slate building has undergone a full restoration and has officially reopened! If you’re looking for a place to escape the crowds, The Coniston Inn is the place to come. Formerly The Waterhead Hotel, our stunning location will make us the perfect base from which to explore the Lake District National Park. Enjoy relaxing in our pub whilst dining on delicious, home-cooked pub fare, or if the sun is shining, you can enjoy alfresco dining out on our terrace, with picturesque views of Coniston Water and The Old Man of Coniston as your backdrop too.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Free breakfast
Hiking
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Public wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Sun terrace
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Private bathrooms
Flatscreen TV
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Complimentary toiletries
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Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English
Location
59Somewhat walkable
Grade: 59 out of 100
18Restaurantswithin 0.75 miles
9Attractionswithin 0.75 miles
Hawkshead Old Road, Coniston LA21 8AJ England
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Staff, location, room, drinks all great. Breakfast was awful with 5 leaves of spinnach on the eggs florentine. A dish based around spinnach. If they become more generous with their brekkie and don’t cremate the bacon and black pudding then all great!!
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Stayed on a winter deal - was excellent value for money, they even provided lanterns in the room to walk to the lake at night, which is great for dog owners; location was amazing (on lake Coniston). Staff were very helpful. Our only issue was that the food portions were too large - if that is an issue...
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Wonderful meal for four (plus dog friendly). Bookings not needed and found a spacious table easily on a miserable November evening. Waiter was helpful and polite, portions plentiful and lovely, quirky decor. Will definitely return next time I am in the area.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Outstanding location incredible views hotel lounge bar very seasonal but bedroom was extremely tired and bathroom was mouldy and dirty. We had an evening meal which was ok staff were incredibly helpful and pleasant but breakfast was very disappointing dried up mushrooms bacon and eggs obviously cooked previously and served as ordered .. and very little choice in continental breakfast .
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Awful food considering price and a Saturday night. Soup good but Pheasant and the pie were unbelievably dry, awful. Watery gravy did not help matters. Loaded fries were bland and metal skillet they were served on was luke warm. Setting and decor really nice but food spoilt the experience. Fell Walker beer in our first round was poor, flat. Left half of it and took it back. Informed barman, more for info, not looking for a refund, but he was not interested at all! Went to The Crown afterwards surprised at its revamp, very nice and the food looked really nice. Next time know where to eat :-)
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed here in for one night in a comfortable corner room on the first floor, with amazing views of Lake Coniston and the Old Man of Coniston. We enjoyed everything about our stay, including breakfast and our delicious evening meal in the bar area. We had stayed here prior to the Covid pandemic, when the hotel was called the Waterhead. Since then it has undergone a full refurbishment and a new annexe has been built. It was lovely to see the new improvements.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I love this hotel. This is my 4th visit. Staff were very busy but I still got a warm friendly welcome on a wet November night. I had a double room. The two single beds put together made for a hard ridge down the middle but plenty of room, lovely and clean. My room rate was covert reasonable however The food and drink is pricey
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Brilliant location for walks up the hills with the dog. Staying was made easy as dogs are welcome throughout the hotel. Meal portions are massive and the breakfast was very good. The mattress was too soft for our liking, although it didn’t affect our sleep. 😁
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Shower did not work and stopped mid shower so had to use the one in the next door room. Window partly obscured by a wall despite paying extra for the view, pillows very poor quality gave me a cricked neck. The Hotel was very hot especially in the rooms even with window open. On the plus side the Staff and location are lovely,as are the grounds and the bar area and everywhere is very clean, dogs are made very welcome and the food is quite nice but no specials offered
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booked for 2 nights, our room was directly above the restaurant/bar area and the main entrance. impossible to get an early night due to the noise coming from below. The room was fine, amazing views out to the hills. The staff are friendly and helpful. the food was ok, breakfast was a let down, not cooked to order rather served up from hot plates. gave it a bit of a Beafeater feeling. for nearly £500 for two nights it felt too much like a budget chain hotel. location saved it.
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PRICE RANGE
US$111 - US$184 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
waterhead hotel coniston
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Waterhead Hotel
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCumbriaLake DistrictConiston
NUMBER OF ROOMS
42
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Coniston Inn
Which popular attractions are close to The Coniston Inn?
Nearby attractions include Coniston Water (0.4 miles), Ruskin Museum (0.5 miles), and Donald Campbell's Grave (0.5 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Coniston Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at The Coniston Inn?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a desk, and a view of the mountains.
What food & drink options are available at The Coniston Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Coniston Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Green Housekeeper Cafe, Steam Bistro, and Herdwicks Cafe.
Is The Coniston Inn located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.5 miles away from the centre of Coniston.
Are pets allowed at The Coniston Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to The Coniston Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Brantwood (1.0 miles), Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's House (3.9 miles), and Brantwood (1.0 miles).
Does The Coniston Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.
Is The Coniston Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.