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Windermere Hotels Information
Hotels in Windermere | 138 |
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Hotels Prices From | £60 |
Hotels Reviews | 57,996 |
Hotels Photos | 35,903 |
Travel high season | Jun - Aug |
Travel low season | Dec - Feb |
High season avg price | £165 |
Low season avg price | £147 |
Peaceful lakes, snow-frosted mountaintops, and way fewer tourists make wintertime in Windermere and the whole Lakes District a stunning place to be. But budget-minded travelers are often drawn by another factor—those lodging prices that drop once cool weather arrives.
When the snow starts falling, head to the Lake District Ski Club near Thirlmere. The runs here are right next to one of England’s highest peaks, Helvellyn, and feature a tow so you won’t have to trudge to the top of the mountain on your own.
Camping isn’t exclusive to summertime. Find a cozy spot by a wood-burning fire in one of the area’s glamping yurts or cabins.
Need a spot to warm your bones? Book a whiskey tour at Lakes Distillery in Cockermouth. Traveling with kids? No problem, they can hang out with the resident alpacas while you sip on single-malt.
In spring, Windermere brushes off the winter chill and puts on a jacket of lush emerald-green leaves and grasses. You’ll have to deal with the occasional rain-soaked day, but the earlier months of the season remain relatively quiet and crowd-free. And happily, hotel prices are still thawing out from their winter lows, too, so there are still deals to be had.
Lake cruises are one of the most popular activities in the area, and spring is a perfect time to bask in a sunbeam on the top deck. Caught in a drizzle? These boats offer covered seating with wide windows, too, so there’s no need to speed back to harbor.
Spring weather is all about getting out into the countryside to spot wildflowers and listen to birdsong. Walk the two-mile trip up to Orrest Head from the Windermere Tourist Information Center for gorgeous views of the southern lakes.
May brings the Keswick Jazz & Blues Festival, the largest jazz festival in the U.K., which features this genre in all its wildly different styles: New Orleans, swing, hot club, plus classic, traditional, and mainstream jazz and blues.
Chances are, if you’re thinking of Windermere, you’re picturing the lake during full-blown summer. And the weather this time of year is the kind that makes people run at top speed off a pier and cannonball into the water—or throw themselves into any of the area’s other outdoor activities. Don’t forget sunscreen, as the reflection off the lake bumps up those UV rays.
You’re on a lake—you’re not going to come all this way and not spend some time on a boat, right? This is the best season to cool off in the water by kayaking, canoeing, or white-water rafting.
Pack your wetsuit—the Great North Swim pushes off in June from Windermere. Swimmers can tackle 250 meters or as far as 10k in fresh open water—or you can cheer them on from the safety of the shore and get inspired for your next lap at the public pool.
Beer lovers, plan your trip around the Keswick Beer Festival the first week of June. You’ll be able to sample 150+ ales, party with live musical acts, and contribute to a good cause—all the proceeds support sport programs for kids.
Summer gets all the love, but fall in Windermere has its own thing going: crisp mountain air, blazing foliage colors, and misty lake mornings. Other major perks include fewer people and cheaper hotel rates. You might want to aim for a visit in November, which sees less rainfall on average than other fall months.
Enter into a wooded storybook wonderland by walking around Tarn Hows, originally owned by Beatrix Potter. The flat, 1.5km-long path is a particularly lovely place to take in the pretty fall landscape.
Think of Grasmere Guzzler—with its 100 local and international ales and ciders—as the U.K.’s answer to Oktoberfest. Live music, a barbecue, kids entertainment, and on-site camping mean everyone is in on the fun, even those who aren’t quite drinking age yet.
Lit lovers gather every November for the Words by the Water festival in Keswick, where writers and readers nerd out with lectures, discussions, workshops, and exhibits.
Where to stay
- AmblesideLocated a mile inland from the northern head of Lake Windermere, Ambleside is one of the most popular spots to stay in the Lake District. You’ll have your pick of taverns, restaurants, and B&Bs here, and the Stock Ghyll Force waterfall makes for a pleasant outing right in town. Experienced outdoor adventurers often choose this spot as a launching pad for hiking, climbing, and cycling.Read more
- GrasmerePoet William Wordsworth once called Grasmere “the loveliest spot that man hath ever found,” and we can’t argue. The town is full of winding streets, cosy cottages, and its own namesake lake. Stay in one of the central lodges, spa hotels, or guest houses for easy access to local walking paths.Read more
- KendalFifteen minutes east of Windermere, Kendal is a mix of modern and historic architecture. Walk the cobbled streets to its many shopping arcades, castle ruins, and cosy pubs. One of the bigger towns in the Lakes District, Kendal has lots of lodging options; you’ll find major hotel chains here alongside mid-range independent properties.Read more
- Bowness-on-WindermereBowness-on-Windermere offers quick and easy access to the lakefront and steamer boats that can ferry you across the water. This is the most popular tourist area in the Lakes District and a great spot for an all-out shopping spree, as its high street runs all the way to the waterfront. The inns, hotels, guest houses, and cabins here are all walking distance from the town centre and lake.Read more
Hotels near the sights
- Orrest HeadOrrest Head’s pretty rolling hills are one of the top sights in the Windermere area. And staying near its trailhead puts you in close proximity to speakeasies, restaurants, and the train station. Though you’ll be able to see glorious Lake Windermere from Orrest Head, it’s a five-minute drive or 30-minute walk to the shore.Read more
- The World of Beatrix Potter AttractionBeloved children’s author Beatrix Potter (of Peter Rabbit fame) spent most of her life in the Lakes District, and the exhibits at this museum celebrate her. If you stay by the museum, you’ll be able to easily duck into the museum’s storybook exhibits, but you’ll also be in Bowness-on-Windermere, one of the most popular areas for tourists and an easy place to launch off into lake adventures.Read more
- Helm CragIf peace, quiet, and nature walks are on your agenda, the area around Helm Crag has tons of options. This distinctive peak north of Grasmere offers a doable hike within a few minutes of town, and there’s plenty of lodging at the trailhead and nearby in Grasmere’s town centre. More accommodations can be found west of town on the way to another popular hiking spot, Easedale Tarn.Read more
- Kendal CastleTravellers staying near this 12-century castle ruin get a twofer: the rich history of this landmark plus incredible view from the castle’s hill. And staying in this area puts you close to other historical attractions like the Quaker Tapestry Museum, Abbot Hall, and Lakeland Museum. But it’s not all a blast from the past. Plenty of modern amenities exist in the market town that shares the castle’s name.Read more
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