The Best Cumbria Family-Friendly Hotels

enjoys a peaceful setting just outside the village and glorious scenic views of the surrounding fells, many of the rooms have the same vistas

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

no ordinary motorway services accommodation - smart hotel with an alpine lodge feel inside offering comfy rooms and serving local produce

in the heart of the famous Lakeland village, this elegant hotel, with its sumptuous furnishings, makes an ideal base for exploring the area

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

a 16th century, former coaching inn set in a pretty village that lies at the confluence of 3 rivers, offers smart, modern rooms and a relaxing air

a period property set in 3 acres of mature gardens offering traditional charm, individually designed rooms and a popular restaurant and bar

a comfortable hotel set in lawns running down to the shore of Coniston Water, most of the individually styled rooms have lake or fell views

a tranquil retreat residing along the shores of Thirlmere with Helvellyn rising majestically behind, guests maybe lucky to spot a host of wildlife

a charming country house set in peaceful surroundings just outside Cockermouth, guest rooms are comfortable and well-presented

enjoy a meal in front of a cosy fire in winter or on the terrace with fells views in summer or a relaxng pamper treatment after a long fells hike

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

small, family-run hotel with updated, modern features yet retaining plenty of its original character, guest rooms are elegant and spacious

offers bright, cosy rooms many with fell views, a cosy fireplace in the bar and seasonal, locally sourced food, freshly baked bread and local ales

enjoy majestic sunsets and views across the Irish Sea toward the Isle of Man from the restaurant and bar and stay in individually styled rooms

enjoys a secluded setting on the fringes of the Lake District yet has easy access to the M6 and A6, a quiet, comfortable exploring base

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

the roadside location, on the A590, makes this homely hotel a great exploring base with easy access to the Southern Lake District

set in an acre of garden in an idyllic, Eden Valley village, this welcoming, well-appointed hotel is ideal as an exploring base

set beside the River Kent ideally placed for the town centre and station and boasts a leisure club featuring sauna, steam room and hot tub

a former coaching inn dating from 1650 set on the A591 amidst a scenic landscape featuring well-appointed rooms and cosy public areas

traditional hotel in a quiet spot overlooking Morecambe Bay, some sea view rooms, and ideally placed to explore the Furness Peninsula

ideally placed moments from shops, pubs and places to eat in the town centre and features well-appointed rooms decorated in a simple style

a 19th century inn with smart, contemporary rooms set in a peaceful hillside spot overlooking the village toward the majestic fells beyond

this former coaching inn offers smart, modern rooms, locally sourced produce is served in the restaurant and a garden with kids play area

stay in bright, traditionally styled rooms and enjoy classic pub fayre including home-made pies at this relaxed, village centre inn

overlooking the Lake, this modern, value accommodation makes a handy stopover

5 minutes walk from the water's edge, this typically Cumbrian inn offers comfortable rooms and a convivial bar, serving traditional pub food

this traditional hotel is situated within a 10 minute walk of the city centre

a Grade II listed former coaching inn set on the historic High Street offering elegantly decorated rooms furnished with antiques

this traditional hotel sits in 25 acres of grounds and features a ballroom, tennis court, putting green, kid's play area and a games room

good value accommodation - simple dormitories and rooms - with shared kitchen facilities, drying room, cycle storage in a picturesque setting

imposing and elegant, Victorian hotel just a moments walk from the town's amenities

a traditional village pub in an ideal spot for access to the South Lakes and Yorkshire Dales

nestled in 18 acres of grounds close to Derwent Water with individually furnished rooms and a conservatory bar that enjoys scenic views

sits on a hillside overlooking the Eskdale Valley and has a wildlife garden and nature trail, riverside and fell walking trails are nearby

guests praise the warm welcome, well-equipped rooms and enjoyable dining at this traditional inn convenient for visiting Hadrian's Wall

a traditional inn offering comfortable rooms and a hearty breakfast to start the day, it is ideally placed for visiting the area's nature reserves

set in 17 acres of grounds close to the shores of Derwent Water simple hostel accommodation in a Grade II listed Georgian mansion

offers simple dormitories and rooms in a scenic location on the edge of the village, there is a communal kitchen, a drying room and social areas

traditional inn that is the heart of the village providing comy well-appointed rooms in the pub or cosy, log cabins in the garden that sleep 6

features bright and colourful rooms, generous cooked breakfasts and a pretty, floral terrace

17th-century inn, full of character, the bar is adorned with the tools used by former industries in the area; cosy guest rooms are well-appointed

a Lakeland slate house, set above the village, ideally located for the Haystacks walk, with simple accommodation and a shared kitchen

a Regency mansion set in beautiful grounds overlooking Esthwaite Water offering simple dormitory accommodation, rooms and pod cabins

comfortable, well presented rooms, some with original period features, situated above an Italian restaurant ideally placed in the village centre

start the day with a hearty Lakeland breakfast at this homely guest house

traditional, welcoming guest house perfectly placed just 5 minutes walk from the bustling centre and 10 minutes walk from Lake Windermere

a traditional guest house with homely style rooms, one with a 4-poster bed, situated a mile from the town centre which can be accessed by bus

some of the stylish rooms at this friendly guest house enjoy views of the lake and there is a relaxing terrace that also enjoys views of the lake

real ale and home cooked food are to be found at this 16th century inn, a good M6 stopover

well-established guest house located a few minutes walk from the town centre with comfy rooms, guest lounge with a bar and breakfast room

a family-run guest house offering bright and airy rooms and a hearty cooked breakfast

a traditional guest house situated a 2 minute stroll from the shores of Lake Windermere