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5-star hotels in Windermere
A shortlist of the 5-star hotels in Windermere, gathered for travellers who want the top class of stay in this Lake District town — whether it is a short break, a romantic weekend or a family trip to the lake.
Staying in Windermere
Windermere is a Lake District town whose name covers both the lake itself and the town beside it, with Bowness on Windermere at the water's edge. Visitors come for the water, the fells and the walking, and the town makes a base for seeing the rest of the national park. The hotels on this shortlist sit in and around Windermere: several are on the town's own roads, such as College Road, New Road, Old College Lane and Holly Road, while others lie further out on Ambleside Road, Crook Road, Newby Bridge Road, Bridge Lane, Lindeth and Tower Wood.
The town suits couples on a quiet break, walkers and anyone wanting the lake close by. Business travellers have less reason to be here, though several hotels keep a business centre, 24 hour front desks and meeting rooms. Families will find family rooms, cots and cottages among the larger properties, while the smaller houses suit adults only or couples. Distances from the centre run from 0.3 km to 8.6 km, so the choice is really between walking distance and a quieter setting out of town.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Cedar Manor
Ambleside Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCedar Manor sits on Ambleside Road, 0.6 km from the centre, and earns a 4.9 guest rating from 267 reviews. Its garden, terrace and patio suit guests who want to step outside between outings, and the spa and room service make it easy to unwind indoors. Bike rental and fishing are available for active days, while special diets are catered for at meals. Couples and solo travellers who value attentive service and a central base will find it fits.
See Cedar ManorGilpin Hotel & Lake House
Crook Road Windermere, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereSet on Crook Road, 3.1 km from the centre, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House has a restaurant, bar and room service, plus a spa with massage and a jacuzzi for slower afternoons. The 4.7 guest rating comes from 1092 reviews. Breakfast in room and a 24-hour front desk add convenience, and free car parking helps those arriving by car. It suits guests who want a full-service country-house stay with dining and wellness on site.
See Gilpin Hotel & Lake HouseApplegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant
Applegarth Villa College Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereApplegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant is 0.5 km from the centre on College Road, with a 4.7 guest rating from 374 reviews. Its restaurant and bar cover meals and drinks, and the spa, jacuzzi and massage offer relaxation without leaving the building. Rooms come with bathrobes and slippers, and some have balconies or fireplaces. Couples and food-focused travellers who want restaurants and shops within a short walk will appreciate the location.
See Applegarth Villa Hotel & RestaurantStorrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere
Newby Bridge Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereStorrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere places guests 4.3 km from the centre on Newby Bridge Road, with a 4.6 guest rating from 651 reviews. The lakeside setting supports fishing and canoeing, and there is a garden, picnic area and games room. A restaurant, bar and lounge cover dining and drinks, and family rooms are available. It suits families and guests who want lake views and outdoor space rather than a central address.
See Storrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake WindermereWindermere Suites
New Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereWindermere Suites on New Road is 0.3 km from the centre, making it the closest of these hotels to the village. Its 4.7 guest rating comes from 127 reviews. Breakfast in room, a minibar and a spa point to a relaxed, self-contained stay, while balconies, terraces and a garden give private outdoor space. Fishing and canoeing are on hand for lake days. It suits couples and small groups who want to walk to Windermere's amenities.
See Windermere SuitesLakes Hotel & Spa
Lake Road Bowness On Windermere, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereLakes Hotel & Spa on Lake Road, Bowness On Windermere, is 1.8 km from the centre and holds a 4.5 guest rating from 1326 reviews. The indoor pool, sauna and steam room, plus a spa and massage, form the core of a wellness-focused stay; a restaurant, bar and pool bar cover dining. Family rooms and a 24-hour front desk help mixed groups. Guests who want swimming and spa facilities alongside a Bowness location are well served.
See Lakes Hotel & SpaLangdale Chase Hotel
Windermere, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereLangdale Chase Hotel stands 4.0 km from the centre and has a 4.5 guest rating from 1098 reviews. Its lake setting, garden and terrace are the main draw, with canoeing and surfing available on the water. A restaurant, bar and room service handle meals, and valet parking is offered. Family rooms are not listed, so it tends to suit couples and guests who prefer a quieter lakeside position away from the village.
See Langdale Chase HotelHill Of Oaks
Hill Of Oaks Tower Wood, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHill Of Oaks at Tower Wood is 8.6 km from the centre, the furthest of these hotels, and has a 4.5 guest rating from 219 reviews. Self-catering facilities include a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher and microwave, and pets are allowed. A garden, patio and picnic area open onto the lake. It suits families and pet owners who want a self-contained lakeside base and do not mind being away from Windermere's centre.
See Hill Of OaksWild Boar Estate
Crook Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereWild Boar Estate on Crook Road is 3.9 km from the centre and draws a 4.4 guest rating from 1477 reviews, the highest review count here. A restaurant, bar and room service cover dining, and breakfast in room is available. Archery and a golf course provide activities on site, and pets are allowed. It suits guests who want a country estate with things to do and are happy to drive into Windermere.
See Wild Boar EstateThe Oaks
Lindeth, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereThe Oaks at Lindeth is 2.9 km from the centre and holds a 4.4 guest rating from 817 reviews. It is built for self-catering stays, with a kitchen, dishwasher, oven, microwave and washing machine, plus a games room and garden. A sauna and jacuzzi add indoor relaxation. It suits families and groups who want space to cook and spread out rather than hotel dining and services.
See The OaksWheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast
Old College Lane, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Gymnasium
Why stay hereWheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast on Old College Lane is 0.4 km from the centre, so the village is a short walk away. Facilities include a garden and terrace, a gymnasium, and a spa; fishing and canoeing are available nearby. Special diets are catered for, and parking is free. It suits guests who want a small B&B base with fitness and outdoor options close to Windermere's amenities.
See Wheatlands Lodge Bed & BreakfastBeaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only
Holly Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBeaumont House on Holly Road is 0.5 km from the centre and is adults only, with free access to an off-site health club. That club covers an indoor pool, sauna and jacuzzi; massage is also offered. A bar, lounge and shuttle service round out the stay. It suits couples and adult travellers who want a quiet, grown-up base within walking distance of Windermere.
See Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults OnlyLinthwaite House
Crook Road, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereLinthwaite House on Crook Road is 2.5 km from the centre. A restaurant, bar and room service handle dining, and breakfast in room is available; the jacuzzi and garden provide places to relax, with lake views from the grounds. Family rooms and a shuttle service add flexibility. It suits guests who want a full-service country house with easy access to Windermere by car or shuttle.
See Linthwaite HouseNewstead
New Road Windermere La23 2Ee United Kingdom Windermere, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereNewstead on New Road is 0.3 km from the centre, one of the closest positions to the village. It is a self-catering property with a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a garage and garden. Horse back riding is available nearby. It suits families and groups who want to cook and do laundry while staying within walking distance of Windermere's centre.
See NewsteadBroadoaks Boutique Country House
Bridge Lane, Windermere, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereBroadoaks Boutique Country House on Bridge Lane is 3.0 km from the centre. A restaurant, bar and room service cover dining, and the spa, garden and terrace offer quieter moments; family rooms are available. Parking is free and wheelchair access is provided. It suits guests who want a country-house setting with dining on site and a short drive to Windermere.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Manor | ★★★★★ | 4.9 | 267 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Gilpin Hotel & Lake House | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 1,092 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 3.1 km |
| Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 374 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Storrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 651 | Yes | – | – | – | 4.3 km |
| Windermere Suites | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 127 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Lakes Hotel & Spa | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,326 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.8 km |
| Langdale Chase Hotel | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,098 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 4.0 km |
| Hill Of Oaks | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 219 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 8.6 km |
| Wild Boar Estate | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 1,477 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 3.9 km |
| The Oaks | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 817 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.9 km |
| Wheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Linthwaite House | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.5 km |
| Newstead | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Broadoaks Boutique Country House | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.0 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Cedar Manor, Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant and Windermere Suites are all within 0.6 km of the centre and offer spa facilities, room service and, at Applegarth Villa, a restaurant. Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only is adults only, keeps a bar and lounge, and adds a spa, sauna, jacuzzi and indoor pool. Cedar Manor scores 4.9 from 267 reviews.
Cedar Manor · Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant · Windermere Suites · Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only
For families
Storrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere and Wild Boar Estate both list family rooms, and Wild Boar Estate adds a garden and restaurant. Windermere Suites has family rooms and balconies. Hill Of Oaks has kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher, cots and family rooms, and is the only hotel here where pets are allowed alongside Wild Boar Estate.
Storrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere · Windermere Suites · Wild Boar Estate · Hill Of Oaks
For spas and pools
Lakes Hotel & Spa is the fullest wellness choice: indoor pool, swimming pool, pool bar, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and spa. Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant and Cedar Manor both list a spa and jacuzzi, while Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only pairs an indoor pool with sauna, jacuzzi and massage.
Lakes Hotel & Spa · Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant · Cedar Manor · Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only
Closest to the centre
Newstead (0.3 km), Windermere Suites (0.3 km), Wheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast (0.4 km) and Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only (0.5 km) are the four nearest the centre. Cedar Manor is 0.6 km away. All of these sit on the town's own roads, so the town is on foot rather than by car.
Newstead · Windermere Suites · Wheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast · Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only
Where to stay in Windermere
Bowness on Windermere
Bowness on Windermere sits at the water's edge, and Lakes Hotel & Spa on Lake Road is the shortlist entry whose address names it. The hotel is 1.8 km from the centre and lists lake views, an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and pool bar, with a restaurant and bar on site. It is the largest property here by review count, with 1326 reviews.
Our picks here: Lakes Hotel & Spa
Crook Road
Three hotels lie on Crook Road: Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Wild Boar Estate and Linthwaite House. They are 3.1 km, 3.9 km and 2.5 km from the centre respectively, so a car or the shuttle services some of them list is useful. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House has a restaurant, spa and jacuzzi, Wild Boar Estate a garden and archery, and Linthwaite House a restaurant and lake.
Our picks here: Gilpin Hotel & Lake House · Wild Boar Estate · Linthwaite House
New Road
New Road carries Windermere Suites and Newstead, 0.3 km from the centre. Windermere Suites has balconies, family rooms and a spa; Newstead offers a kitchen, washing machine and garage. Both are a walk from the middle of town, which makes them practical for a short break without a car.
Our picks here: Windermere Suites · Newstead
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels are closest to the centre of Windermere?
Newstead and Windermere Suites are both 0.3 km from the centre, Wheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast is 0.4 km and Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only is 0.5 km. Cedar Manor follows at 0.6 km. Hill Of Oaks, at 8.6 km, is the furthest.
Which Windermere 5-star hotel has the best guest rating?
Cedar Manor has 4.9 out of 5 from 267 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant and Windermere Suites all score 4.7, from 1092, 374 and 127 reviews respectively.
Do these hotels have parking?
Most do. Free car parking is listed by Cedar Manor, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere, Windermere Suites, Langdale Chase Hotel, Hill Of Oaks, Wheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast, Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only, Linthwaite House and Newstead. Newstead also lists a garage.
Which hotels here allow pets?
Both also offer family rooms, and Hill Of Oaks has a garden, patio and picnic area, while Wild Boar Estate has a garden and terrace.
Which are the best choices for families?
Storrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere, Windermere Suites, Wild Boar Estate and Hill Of Oaks all list family rooms. Hill Of Oaks adds cots, high chairs, a kitchen and a dishwasher, which suits a longer self-catering stay. Windermere Suites and Wild Boar Estate have balconies.
Can I find a hotel with a pool or spa in Windermere?
Lakes Hotel & Spa on Lake Road has an indoor pool, swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, massage and a pool bar. Cedar Manor, Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant, Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only and Wheatlands Lodge Bed & Breakfast also list spa facilities.
Which hotels have a restaurant on site?
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant, Storrs Hall Hotel on the shore of Lake Windermere, Lakes Hotel & Spa, Langdale Chase Hotel, Wild Boar Estate and Linthwaite House all list a restaurant. Several of these also offer room service, breakfast in room and special diets.
Are there adults-only options on this shortlist?
Beaumont House with FREE off site Health Club Adults Only on Holly Road is the entry that states it is adults only. It is 0.5 km from the centre, with a bar, lounge, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, indoor pool and gymnasium, plus free car parking.