Title: Martindale Travel Guide: Best of Martindale, Penrith Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Martindale](https://expedia.co.uk/Martindale-Hotels.d553248635975847515.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Martindale](https://expedia.co.uk/Martindale-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975847515.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Martindale Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Martindale.d553248635975847515.Car-Hire-Guide)[Martindale Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Martindale.d553248635975847515.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Martindale Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Howtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975847515/995bb3d1-e2df-471f-ada2-94005c454a66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Howtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975847515/995bb3d1-e2df-471f-ada2-94005c454a66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Martindale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975847515/b8d16c51-98a4-4d91-8b5f-2d50fcab633d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Martindale valley](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975847515/e53c6383-2cf4-4e5c-8ef1-01ba4b347f06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Looking towards Martindale from the summit of Hallin Fell on a beautiful spring afternoon ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/a6e6a9da-f231-4666-a1df-39ce5be431ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Martindale Things to do - Top hotels in Martindale - Top Holiday Rentals in Martindale ![Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/901100/901040/e570e42a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakes Hotel and Spa Kendal Road Windermere England £143 11 Mar - 12 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 15 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,228 reviews) I booked the Lakes hotel for my husband’s birthday. I requested a surprise package which included balloons and confectionary. We had a complimentary upgrade to the Windermere suite as this made it even more special for my husband and he was really over the moon with the views. From start to finish ... Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=901040&PinnedHotelID=901040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847515) ![The Belsfield Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527800/527758/8badca18_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Belsfield Hotel Kendal Road Windermere England £135 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Lovely garden room,excellent staff,very friendly and attentive. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=527758&PinnedHotelID=527758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847515) ![Lakeside Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11970000/11964700/11964649/d263f570_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakeside Hotel & Spa Newby Bridge Ulverston England £127 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Ulverston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (651 reviews) We stayed for New Year’s Eve and the staff couldn’t be more friendly and attentive! The hotel is gorgeous and the views of the lake are lovely. It’s a little bit out of the way but it’s worth it for a lovely stay. The breakfast was also really good! Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=11964649&PinnedHotelID=11964649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975847515) [See all 5,595 properties in Martindale](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975847515) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Kotel Windermere](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38322500/38322434/661f0b78_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kotel Windermere Lake road Windermere England Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews) Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Kotel.h38322434.Hotel-Information) ![Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18330000/18322800/18322753/51601b1e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments The Lodge, Kendal Road Windermere England Stay at this golf aparthotel in Windermere. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a health club. Popular attractions Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews) Had a lovely stay at this place! The space was spotless, beautifully kept, and had everything I needed for a really comfortable visit. Claire was a fantastic host — super friendly, responsive, and made everything feel easy from start to finish. The place felt cosy and welcoming, and it was clear ... Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Hapimag-Burnside-Park-Apartments.h18322753.Hotel-Information) ![Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71610000/71604700/71604647/32de4c8a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District Troutbeck England Stay at this cottage in Penrith. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ullswater and Rookin House Activity Centre are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews) Absolutely lovely cottage. Had phesants eating outside patio doors. Views was amazing . Alreay booked it again for later in year. Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penrith-Hotels-Character-Cottage-With-Fabulous-Mountain-Views-In-The-North-Lakes-District.h71604647.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Martindale](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975847515&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Martindale hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975847515&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Ullswater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11377/07d5acc9-4d09-426b-b1ed-a8a5a1afe5b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ullswater 4.5/5(293 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ullswater during your travels in Penrith. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ullswater-Penrith.d11377.Attraction) ![Lowther Castle at Penrith in Lake District from Cumbria in England, Shutterstock ID 712013206, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229550/86fde473-5e27-4ccf-9da9-4e7621a1f4bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lowther Castle and Gardens 4.5/5(27 reviews) You can find out about the history of Lowther with a visit to Lowther Castle and Gardens. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lowther-Castle-And-Gardens-Penrith.d6229550.Attraction) ![Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/abb61093-db85-4199-af96-ad5547f5d9d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penrith Castle 4/5(2 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penrith-Castle-Penrith.d6088047.Attraction) ![Aira Force waterfall after a rainy day and at its most dramatic](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/ad4df373-e5c3-4852-896f-012cb2687cf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aira Force 4.5/5(4 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Matterdale. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aira-Force-Penrith.d6088029.Attraction) ![A surprising Topiary Dragon in the gardens of Dalemain, a handsome Country House in the Eden valley near Penrith. Also look out for the herd of fallow deer in the deer park and try the marmalade in the gift shop. Dalemain holds an annual marmalade fest every March. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/dd4a3e77-4ec2-4f43-8f1d-b053bfc8cf08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dalemain Country Park Explore the great outdoors at Dalemain Country Park, a lovely green space in Dacre. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalemain-Country-Park-Penrith.d625040961573974016.Attraction) ![Knocker on door with sanctuary ring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000451928/392407ac-f956-45c7-bef7-ca231bf27b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brougham Hall You can browse the exhibits at Brougham Hall, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Eamont Bridge. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brougham-Hall-Penrith.d553248621561944044.Attraction) ### Things to do ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2931592/60e7a6a2-35a7-4eb5-90e1-2ad867ccdc1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details) ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1997150/95abac96-b6da-48cd-b64d-e20cad902af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip £59 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip.a1997150.activity-details) ![Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44787663/92bb468a-b89f-4b91-b464-e6ff03638a96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour £75 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-beatrix-potter-half-day-tour.a44787663.activity-details) ![Literary Lake District Visit with Interactive Travel Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48700128/c023475b-1164-4dd9-83e1-aaf0f4f00f63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan £13 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/literary-lake-district-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a48700128.activity-details) ![Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50514891/8d10128f-b8c7-4790-a0e5-387cef33fdf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/penrith-lowther-castle-gardens-entry-ticket.a50514891.activity-details) ![Lake District: Helvellyn Sunrise Guided Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50104523/f6dd279e-dff4-420d-af17-9cdb270c84dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake District: Helvellyn Sunrise Guided Hike £60 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-district-helvellyn-sunrise-guided-hike.a50104523.activity-details) [See all activities in Martindale](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Martindale.d553248635975847515.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Martindale ![Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/abb61093-db85-4199-af96-ad5547f5d9d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Penrith ![MV Lady Wakefield leaving Howtown for Pooley Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/3b46e830-04ac-42fe-b77f-34428991c510.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0) by [Andrew](https://www.flickr.com/people/38986305@N06) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ### Howtown ![Our last day in the Lake District today. Couldn’t resist the standard pier shot! #Ullswater #LakeDistrict #Countryside #UnitedKingdom](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049507/084d5e46-dc12-46a0-9037-1e89d4e3699d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Watermillock ![Hill looking over Bampton area in Cumbria, looking golden as covered with flowering gorse.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049508/6e6d5b15-b5d0-4392-b67a-21aa97c4e313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bampton - Cities near Martindale - Places of interest [Penrith](https://expedia.co.uk/Penrith.dx5654)[Howtown](https://expedia.co.uk/Howtown.dx6025805)[Watermillock](https://expedia.co.uk/Watermillock.dx6049507)[Bampton](https://expedia.co.uk/Bampton.dx6049508)[Patterdale](https://expedia.co.uk/Patterdale.dx6343070)[Askham](https://expedia.co.uk/Askham.dx3000012473)[Hartsop](https://expedia.co.uk/Hartsop.dx3000401421) - [Place Fell ](https://expedia.co.uk/Place-Fell-Penrith.d6230831.Attraction) - [Yorkshire Dales National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yorkshire-Dales-National-Park-England.d6046377.Attraction) - [Lake Windermere ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Windermere-England.d553248621563222832.Attraction) - [Ullswater ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ullswater-Penrith.d11377.Attraction) - [Scafell Pike ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scafell-Pike-Seascale.d6088035.Attraction) - [Lodore Falls ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lodore-Falls-Keswick.d553248621533024783.Attraction) - [World of Beatrix Potter ](https://expedia.co.uk/World-Of-Beatrix-Potter-Windermere.d6087973.Attraction) - [Coniston Water ](https://expedia.co.uk/Coniston-Water-England.d6087991.Attraction) - [Derwentwater ](https://expedia.co.uk/Derwentwater-Keswick.d6088013.Attraction) - [Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brockhole-The-Lake-District-Visitor-Centre-Windermere.d6087971.Attraction) - [Buttermere Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Buttermere-Lake-Cockermouth.d553248634855452175.Attraction) - [Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water ](https://expedia.co.uk/Grasmere-Lake-Rydal-Water-Ambleside.d553248621533024741.Attraction) - [Bowness Pier ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bowness-Pier-Windermere.d553248635975742713.Attraction) - [Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats ](https://expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Jetty-Museum-Of-Boats-Windermere.d553248621532493334.Attraction) - [Whinfell Forest ](https://expedia.co.uk/Whinfell-Forest-Penrith.d553248621563222947.Attraction) - [Catbells Lakeland Walk ](https://expedia.co.uk/Catbells-Lakeland-Walk-Keswick.d553248621532493355.Attraction) - [Old Man of Coniston ](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Man-Of-Coniston-Coniston.d6087987.Attraction) - [North Pennines ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Pennines-England.d3000655548.Attraction) - [Lowther Castle and Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lowther-Castle-And-Gardens-Penrith.d6229550.Attraction) - [Hill Top Farm ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hill-Top-Farm-Ambleside.d6088001.Attraction) - [Rydal Mount ](https://expedia.co.uk/Rydal-Mount-Ambleside.d6087985.Attraction) - [Skiddaw ](https://expedia.co.uk/Skiddaw-Keswick.d650079582103117824.Attraction) - [Levens Hall and Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Levens-Hall-And-Gardens-Kendal.d6229594.Attraction) - [Bassenthwaite Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bassenthwaite-Lake-England.d553248634855573825.Attraction) - [Brewery Arts Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brewery-Arts-Centre-Kendal.d553248621532494114.Attraction) - [Honister Slate Mine ](https://expedia.co.uk/Honister-Slate-Mine-Keswick.d553248621532493354.Attraction) - [Lake District Wildlife Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-District-Wildlife-Park-Keswick.d553248621532493362.Attraction) - [Hellvellyn ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hellvellyn-Keswick.d6088031.Attraction) - [Ambleside Pier ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Pier-Ambleside.d553248635171373525.Attraction) - [Penrith Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Penrith-Castle-Penrith.d6088047.Attraction) - [Blackwell ](https://expedia.co.uk/Blackwell-Windermere.d553248621533024782.Attraction) - [Sizergh Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sizergh-Castle-Kendal.d6229598.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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