The Best Lake Windermere Mid-Range Hotels

three star and other mid-range hotels on or near Lake Windermere


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Ryebeck Country House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a charming hotel set in 5 acres of gardens that offers an informal and relaxing atmosphere, award-winning dining and spacious, bright rooms

Burn How Garden House Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a relaxing, family-run hotel set in peaceful gardens 5 minutes stroll from Lake Windermere with individually decorated rooms set in the grounds

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set in quiet gardens, this most comfortable hotel has elegant interiors, boutique, individually styled rooms and a relaxing lounge and bar

Craig Manor Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a traditional hotel set in pleasant gardens with views over Langdale Pikes and Lake Windermere, the comfy rooms are contemporary in style

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a family-run hotel with contemporary decor situated a stone's throw from Lake Windermere; modern British food is served in the restaurant

The Ro Hotel

Bowness-on-Windermere

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set in an elevated spot overlooking Bowness toward Lake Windermere and the fells beyond, offers a choice of classic or contemporary rooms

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enjoy the relaxing leisure facilities - steam room, spa pool, mini-gym and indoor pool - at this elegant hotel at the foot of Lake Windermere

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classic Victorian house dating from 1860 and retaining fine period details with luxurious, individually styled rooms that offer all modern comforts

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a cosy inn where hearty food, real ales and open fires are the order of the day situated a short drive from Beatrix Potter's home, Hill Top Farm

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a small, friendly hotel situated 10 minutes walk from the shores of Lake Windermere offering stylish rooms, home cooked food and a cosy bar

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an ideally placed hotel for visiting Windermere, Bowness and Ambleside that sits in 3 acres of gardens and offers traditional style rooms

Rum Doodle

Windermere

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vintage and quintessentially English describes the decor at this quirky B&B, the inspiration coming from a book about hapless mountaineers

The Angel Inn

Bowness-on-Windermere

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located just just above the town centre with views of Lake Windermere and the fells, a classic hotel in pretty gardens with comfortable rooms

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an award winning guest house with elegant, traditionally furnished rooms ideally placed 10 minutes walk from Windermere and Bowness

Jerichos

Windermere

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original Victorian features blend with stylish and contemporary decor at this family-run guest house situated moments from the town centre

Wateredge Inn

Ambleside

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a warm and cosy inn, sitting on the shores of Lake Windermere, just metres from the steamer pier, many of the rooms feature lake views

Beaumont House

Windermere

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many of the original Victorian features have been retained at this stylish accommodation and they blend pleasingly with the elegant guest rooms

Hillthwaite

Windermere

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in an elevated spot with scenic lake and fell views from the terrace and pretty gardens, rooms are elegantly decorated in a variety of styles

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placed between Bowness and Windermere, this luxurious guest house features boutique-style rooms some of which have four-poster beds

Oakfold House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a cosy and welcoming guest house where original Victorian features blend with more contemporary styling and elegant guest rooms

Brathay Lodge

Ambleside

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some of the comfortable rooms at this Victorian guest house have views over Wansfell and Loughrigg and it is easily located for the village

Lake House

Ambleside

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an elegant Lakeland house, set in leafy gardens that overlook Lake Windermere, featuring stylish rooms that are individually decorated

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centrally located guest house with village shops, pubs, and restaurants moments away and Lake Windermere within a 15 minute walk

The Sun Inn

Troutbeck Bridge

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nicely appointed, spacious rooms in a popular inn, ideally located for visiting Ambleside, Windermere and the World of Beatrix Potter

Fairfield House

Bowness-on-Windermere

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a late Georgian house set in half an acre of tranquil and secluded gardens close to the centre of Bowness and offers a homely ambience

The Hideaway

Windermere

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a sympathetically restored former school masters house that retains original Victorian features whilst displaying more contemporary twists

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an imposing early-Victorian hotel, perched in a lofty spot with views over the town centre and lake, many of the rooms enjoy the same vistas

Elder Grove

Ambleside

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homely, family-run guest house with stylish, well-presented rooms and serving a hearty breakfast situated a 5 minute walk from the centre

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traditional Lakeland house dating from 1890 located close to the village amenities and offering a high standard of accommodation

Norwood House

Ambleside

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a comfortable and hospitable guest house with well-presented rooms decorated in a contemporary style and a great location in the village

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stylish and contemporary rooms feature at this family-run guest house situated moments from the village centre; offers secure cycle storage

The Cranleigh

Bowness-on-Windermere

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stylish and contemporary accommodation with a friendly and informal atmosphere located a short walk from the shores of Lake Windermere

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guest rooms are luxurious and beautifully appointed at this stylish guest house situated a short stroll from the town centre shops and eateries

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each of the comfortable rooms have their own character and feature bespoke furnishings and the day starts with a hearty Cumbrian breakfast

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stay in elegantly furnished rooms and enjoy the convenience of the central location along with the tempting treats on sale in their bakery

Rothay Garth

Ambleside

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a classic Lakeland house ideally placed between the village centre and the lake with cosy rooms that are traditionally decorated and furnished

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comfortable, individually designed rooms, a hearty breakfast featuring local produce and an inviting lounge bar are offered here

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this former coaching inn stands proudly in the centre of the bustling village and features modern rooms and an open-plan lounge bar

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