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Lakes Hotel and Spa
"Brilliant staff and hotel, first morning there was a couple screaming the place down arguing below us at 6:30 am but that is out of the hotels control, staff and hotel was fantastic we will be back again first time here"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
"We booked this trip and paid good money for a room with a balcony. On arrival we was told that the hotel car park was more then likely full due to the weather even though we didn't need to pre-book, not the best start. The que on reception was also extremely busy and only 1 member of staff on. We ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

The Belsfield Hotel
"Hotel is in an ideal position overlooking the lake. Unfortunately our garden view room on the bottom floor was overlooking a large bush so no view of the garden or lake although it did have a patio door with table and chairs on a small shared patio. Unfortunately they are still in the process of ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Rayrigg Villa Windermere
"Great location, very clean, spacious room would definitely stay here again 💯😊"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
"Amazing place we only stayed one night but everything was top notch. From checking into checking out."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

The Governance Apartments
"Perfect quiet location not too far from shops and bars. A short journey to Bowness-On-Windermere about 5 minutes by car but very much walkable. The space in the accommodation was huge absolute perfection"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Popular places to visit

Ullswater
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.

Lowther Castle and Gardens
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 top-notch restaurants.

Penrith Castle
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.

Aira Force
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aira Force during your travels in Penrith. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

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 culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Brougham Castle
You can study the exhibits at Brougham Castle, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Brougham. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside

Lake District Road Trip Guidebook-Windermere, Langdale & Wasdale

Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket
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