The Best Cumbria Family-Friendly Hotels

nestled alongside the babbling waters of the River Rothay in the centre of this charming village, guest rooms are homely with a traditional decor

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

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

featuring light and airy accommodation, this welcoming, modernised inn is well placed for visiting the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District

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

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

Lakeland slate building welcoming visitors for over 300 years, recently updated to offer stylish rooms, a popular village bar and hearty food

a traditional inn a short walk from Lake Ullswater; some rooms have balconies, fell views or a four poster bed, and all are spacious

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

exposed stone walls, oak beams and a cosy log-burning stove feature at this 400 year old inn; simple style rooms come traditionally furnished

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

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

this traditional, family-owned pub enjoys views of Coniston Old Man and has log fires, a cosy bar and serves locally sourced produce on the menu

a 400 year old former coaching inn set in a pleasant village sandwiched between the North Pennines, Lake District and Yorkshire Dales

a family-run guest house situated a short stroll from the shops and pubs in the town centre and the restaurants and bars on the marina quayside

lovely St Bees Beach is just 10 minutes drive from this charming, town-centre inn, featuring spacious rooms and a popular, friendly bar

a short walk from the water's edge, this friendly and welcoming B&B offers restfully decorated rooms and a generous, buffet-style breakfast

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

a modernised Georgian farmhouse set on the Main Street of the village near to the station, shops and pubs, the beach is 10 minutes walk away

dating from the 1700s, this historic barn was converted in the '80s and now offers welcoming B&B accommodation, half a mile to the beach

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

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

character cottage dating from 1760 providing homely guest rooms and a hearty breakfast to start the day; easily accessed from the M6

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

cosy B&B with gorgeous fell views, a hearty, Aga coocked breakfast sets guests up for the day, there's a hot tub and a pub across the road

a traditional Lakeland house located a few minutes walk from the town centre and Theatre By The Lake; guest rooms are sleek and modern

perfect for an en-route stopover, it's just off the M6, or as a homely base to explore the Eden Valley, the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales

a warm and cosy B&B on the edge of the village but close to all its amenities; the day starts here with a cooked-to-order breakfast

choose from traditionally furnished rooms or a cosy garden cabin at this welcoming B&B, well placed for visiting The Lakes and North Pennines

set in the heart of the charismatic Lake District, a period hotel offering relaxed, traditional accommodation in a picturesque location

straightforward, traditional B&B providing comfortable guest rooms, a friendly atmosphere and there is an extensive breakfast menu

a handsome listed Georgian house situated in the heart of the pretty village offering traditionally furnished rooms, some with 4-poster beds