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Your Waterhead Holiday
Come and experience this interesting city for yourself with a Waterhead holiday package. Consider staying in the neighbourhood of Burneside, which is great for hiking and walking, and your time here will be nothing short of unforgettable. Make your trip to Waterhead even more exciting by including some sightseeing. Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water, Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount are among the top attractions worth exploring. Expedia can help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your holiday to Waterhead to suit your style of travel, whatever that may be!
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Waterhead Essential Information
Language | English |
|---|---|
Currency | British pounds sterling |
Max Temp Winter | 4ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 13ºC |
Top Sights | Beatrix Potter Gallery, Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and Skelwith Force |
Top hotels in Waterhead
Rothay Garth
Great location really friendly staff over all brilliant stay
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
Very friendly staff, room was spotless. Nice place to stay for a day or two.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group
Great location. Nice room with a lake view. Plentiful breakfast. Of note were the exceptionally hard working staff, particularly those working behind the bar and on reception.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Advantages of Waterhead Weekend Breaks
Discover a different side of the British Isles with a weekend break in Waterhead. Take short breaks away from home and enjoy some quality time in a beautiful place. You’ll come back feeling refreshed and inspired. You can have an action-packed Waterhead weekend break or get some peace with a relaxing holiday. Whatever experience you’re looking for, find it with our deals on hotels in Waterhead.
Cheap Weekend Breaks to Waterhead
There are lots of ways to take cheap weekend breaks to Waterhead. Expedia offers deals on car hires and hotel rooms and covers trips for all kinds of travellers. The best way to save is with our holiday packages in Waterhead. First, choose your car hire and hotel reservation. Then we’ll bundle them together into one discounted price. Solo explorers, couples, families, and groups of friends can discover budget solutions for their weekend breaks. Once you arrive, enjoy some of the fun things to do, many of which are free or cheap to experience
Waterhead Romantic Weekend Breaks
Couples love taking romantic weekend breaks in Waterhead. Whisking your lover away for a romantic Waterhead weekend break is the perfect opportunity to make new memories together. Expedia offers all kinds of hotel options, so you can find romantic hotels in Waterhead and choose the best place for you. Check out our deals on beautiful properties, and you’ll save even more when you choose to package your hotel reservation with a car hire.
Family Weekend Breaks in Waterhead
Set some time aside to experience family weekend breaks in Waterhead. There are plenty of excellent family-friendly hotels in Waterhead within our selection of hotels. You can also find a place to call home in one of the holiday rentals in Waterhead. With accommodation, activities, and adventure all waiting, there’s never been a better time to plan Waterhead family weekend breaks.
Popular places to visit
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
You can learn about the history of Grasmere with a stop at Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Rydal Mount
Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.
Ambleside Pier
Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.
What to do in Waterhead
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