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Our top choices for Waterhead family-friendly hotels

Property grounds

Treacle Cottage - Central Ambleside

Treacle Cottage - Central Ambleside
Ambleside
The price is £913
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Treacle Cottage - Central Ambleside
Exterior

Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside

Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside
Ambleside
The price is £920
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Children’s area

Another Place The Lake

Another Place The Lake
2.5 star property
Penrith
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
The price is £270
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Another Place The Lake
Outdoor dining

Mary Mount Hotel

Mary Mount Hotel
3.0 star property
Keswick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Mary Mount Hotel
Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom

The George Hotel

The George Hotel
3.0 star property
Penrith
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
The price is £155
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The George Hotel
Exterior

Westmorland Hotel Tebay

Westmorland Hotel Tebay
3.0 star property
Penrith
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (889 reviews)
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Westmorland Hotel Tebay
Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

The Inn at Ravenglass

The Inn at Ravenglass
4.0 star property
Ravenglass
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
The Inn at Ravenglass
Lunch and dinner served

The Bridge Inn

The Bridge Inn
3.0 star property
Holmrook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Whimsical family getaway with kid-friendly extras and castle adventures just minutes away in the serene Holmrook mountains.
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The Bridge Inn
Restaurant

The Silverdale Hotel

The Silverdale Hotel
3.0 star property
Carnforth
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (172 reviews)
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
The Silverdale Hotel
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.
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Breakfast included
Pool

Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

The Daffodil Hotel

The Daffodil Hotel

8/10 Good
"Beautiful setting. Restaurant was mixed- I had a vegetarian dish that was excellent, while my husband had a chicken Caesar salad that was inedible. Desk staff on arrival were cold & unwelcoming."
HEATHER 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
The Daffodil Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's Waterhead like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Waterhead is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The boating, lake views and walking trails are just a few things that make this an attractive holiday destination for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Waterhead?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Waterhead is 1552 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Waterhead?
While you are holidaying in Waterhead, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Ambleside Pier and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Orrest Head and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories.

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