The Best Cumbria Family-Friendly Hotels

features cool and chic interiors by Laura Ashley, a drawing room and library, scenic lake views, 6 acres of gardens and award-winning dining

a grand Edwardian house set in acres of lakeside gardens and woodland with refined guest rooms and plenty of space to simply relax and unwind

a traditional country house that has retained many of its original features that sits in 20 acres of quiet grounds overlooking Lake Windermere

set in its own quiet grounds close to Lake Windermere and boasting relaxing spa facilities including a plunge pool, hot tubs and a sauna

a traditional country house hotel set amidst peaceful fields and woods and ideally located for Lake Windermere and pretty Ambleside

an independent, family-run hotel set in wooded gardens and offering fine dining, relaxing spa and leisure facilities and its own traditional pub

a stylish hotel ideally placed at the southern tip of Lake Windermere offering a wealth of relaxing leisure and spa facilities and dining options

boasts an enviable water's edge setting on the southern shores of Lake Windermere and features rooms with lake views and a relaxing spa

modern hotel with a good range of leisure facilities and a spa offering relaxing treatments; the M6 location makes for an ideal stopover

relaxing spa facilities, contemporary rooms, many with balconies, and a prime central spot in the village make this hotel a popular choice

enjoy the majestic views and the modern British cuisine at this Regency house set in 22 acres of lawns and gardens overlooking Ullswater

a grand, lake front hotel offering stylish and elegant rooms, a luxury beauty spa and a restaurant serving a creative British menu

17th century, former coaching inn set amidst spectacular scenery at the foot of Helvellyn offering well-appointed rooms many with scenic views

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

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

welcoming weary travellers for centuries to the heart of this charming village, today's guests will find a relaxing ambience and good facilities

stylish, lakefront hotel with views across Lake Windermere, guest rooms are well-appointed and the restaurant serves a creative British menu

set in landscaped gardens in a quiet and relaxing spot beside Lake Windermere with spa facilities, elegant rooms and lake views

built of local stone in 1896 and once a bank, today it is a thriving pub in the village centre with homely rooms, a cafe bistro and convivial bar

combination of brasserie, cocktail bar and boutique accommodation located in the heart of town, most weekends there is live entertainment

a lakefront hotel in a spectacular setting boasting extensive leisure facilities and a water sports centre to suit all ages and abilities

guests can enjoy a tour of the brewery attached to this attractive, ivy-clad inn, nestling between the Lakes towns of Windermere and Kendal

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

former coaching inn, now a modern, relaxing hotel offering a great range of facilities including, a steam room, tennis court and games room

cozy hotel and log cabins set in 3 acres of woodland near Grange-over-Sands, bedrooms are well-appointed and there is a restaurant and bar

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

a comtemporary, light and airy lodge set in a scenic spot with views of Great How, rooms are simple in style and there is an all day coffee shop

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

set in a quiet hamlet on the Solway Coast and well placed as a relaxing base to discover the Scottish Borders, Gretna Green and the Lakes

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

there are plenty of characterful features still on display at this charming 17th century inn including oak beams, stone floors and wood panelling

an inviting, friendly guest house in a peaceful spot, close to Oxenholme Station and a country pub affording guests high quality accommodation

comfortable, well-presented guest rooms afford guests a touch of luxury at this bright, welcoming guest house located near the town centre

set in an elevated spot on the edge of Bowness 5 minutes walk from the pier, many of the spacious rooms enjoy views over the surrounding fells

set in a unique and unspoilt location at the foot of the Catbell Hills, all of the comfortable guest rooms enjoy stunning views of the fells

Victorian dwelling that retains period features set overlooking the estuary in a pretty village, homely and inviting rooms are offered

in a perfect location for exploring The Lakes, this elegant, restful B&B overlooks the waters of Grasmere where the owners have fishing rights