Best Hotels in Lakes

Explore Lakes with 31 hotels near iconic landmarks, popular shopping streets, and top dining spots.

The Traveller's Rest
8.9 (102 reviews)

The Traveller's Rest ★★★

📍 The Traveller's Rest, Grasmere

"We used the travellers inn as we wanted to see the grisdale tarn and we needed to a room to stay after the sight. They allowed us to store our luggage at the inn as our check in was at 3pm. The rooms were clean and it overlooked a farm area with lots of sheep. The room had an aesthetic look and there was tea satchets we could have as well. The staff were kind and wonderful. The rooms had the britain charm you see in old english movies. If you love sheeps, kind people, good food and 80's british aesthetics- then this place is just for you. We loved our stay here."

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels
8.9 (99 reviews)

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels ★★★★

📍 Broadgate, Ambleside, Grasmere

"The scenery is beautiful."

The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
8.7 (108 reviews)

The Daffodil Hotel & Spa ★★★★

📍 By The Lake, Keswick Road, Ambleside, Grasmere

"This is the third hotel I've stayed at in the Lake District. Overall, I'm satisfied, especially with the surroundings. The decor isn't luxurious, and the lobby and restaurant are relatively simple. However, the hotel faces Lake Grasmrer, offering beautiful views and a quiet, secluded feel. I booked a lake-view room, but a large tree blocked the window, which was a bit disappointing. The hotel restaurant is a bit on the high side, offering a slightly lower value than the other two restaurants I've stayed at."

The Ambleside Inn - the Inn Collection Group
8.1 (47 reviews)

The Ambleside Inn - the Inn Collection Group ★★★

📍 Market Pl, Ambleside, Lakes

"Nice hotel in the middle of the town. Only issue is if you are a traveller with huge luggage, it will be difficult to bring it up to your room"

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
9.4 (97 reviews)

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa ★★★★

📍 Salutation Hotel, Lake Rd, Ambleside, Lakes

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe
8.8 (35 reviews)

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe ★★★★

📍 Easedale Rd, Ambleside, Grasmere

"I stayed at YHA Grasmere for one night as a solo traveller while exploring the Lake District, and overall I had a good experience. One of the hostel's biggest strengths is its location. It's surrounded by beautiful countryside in a quiet setting, yet it's only a short walk from the centre of Grasmere. The village has several lovely cafés, independent shops and the famous Grasmere Gingerbread Shop, making it an excellent base for exploring the area. There's also a bus stop about 200 metres away, which is very convenient if you're travelling without a car. The hostel also has a camping area, making it a good option for different types of travellers. The reception staff were friendly and efficient, and I found the information leaflets around the hostel especially helpful. They provide plenty of ideas for walks, attractions and activities in the surrounding area, which is useful if you're visiting for the first time. I stayed in an 8-bed female dorm. The room was spacious and included a sink and mirror, which made getting ready much easier. There were lockers available for some luggage, although not enough for every guest. I added the breakfast buffet (around £12) and really enjoyed it. There was a good selection of hot and cold options, including a traditional English breakfast, croissants (plain and chocolate), muffins, yoghurt, granola, jams, juices, tea and coffee. It was a great way to start a day of hiking. The bathrooms were the only part of my stay that didn't quite meet the same standard as the rest of the hostel. The toilets were slow to flush, there was an unpleasant smell at times, and the shower cubicles didn't have shelves for soap or shampoo, so everything had to be placed on the floor, which wasn't always as clean as I would have liked. One important tip for future visitors is to download offline maps before arriving. Mobile signal becomes very limited just before the hostel and is unreliable throughout much of the surrounding area. Fortunately, the hostel provides free Wi-Fi in the communal areas, so it's easy to check the weather, plan hikes or download maps before setting off. Just bear in mind that Wi-Fi coverage in the bedrooms is likely to be limited. Overall, I would recommend YHA Grasmere to travellers looking for a peaceful base close to nature while still being within easy walking distance of one of the Lake District's most charming villages. The location and breakfast were definitely the highlights of my stay."

Victorian House
9.3 (103 reviews)

Victorian House ★★★★

📍 Broadgate, Ambleside, Grasmere

"This hotel in the Lake District is absolutely excellent. It boasts a beautiful setting and is conveniently located within walking distance of the famous poet's former residence. Parking was easy and convenient. The town itself is very peaceful, with a lovely small river flowing through it. The breakfast was also fantastic; all hot items were freshly cooked to order. Our room was spotless."

The Swan at Grasmere- the Inn Collection Group
8.6 (96 reviews)

The Swan at Grasmere- the Inn Collection Group ★★★★

📍 Keswick Road, Ambleside, Grasmere

"Superb hotel, the clerk is very warm and friendly, you feel very warm, the environment is very beautiful, the room is very large in the UK is rare. The breakfast was quite rich and I ordered a full English breakfast on the 1st. Parking is sufficient and free parking."

Moss Grove Organic
9.1 (57 reviews)

Moss Grove Organic ★★★★★

📍 Ambleside, Grasmere

"Lovely people, xcellent place, great accommodation...oh and super breakfast!Just Go!!!"

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The Wordsworth Inn, Grasmere - the Inn Collection Group Hotels in Lakes

The Wordsworth Inn, Grasmere - the Inn Collection Group

"We were originally staying in the hotel next door and decided to stay another night in Grasmere but unfortunately they couldn’t accommodate us so on a whim we booked a double room with breakfast at the Wordsworth Hotel for £249 It’s in a fabulous location and from the outside looks very grand but upon our arrival it became apparent that it was anything but. It took us so long to find the reception from the car park, meandering through the dated hallways that I was beginning to feel like Jack Nicholson in the Shining. I wouldn’t have been surprised if I’d bumped into two little girls in blue dresses. The manager at the reception was nice enough , friendly and gave us the key to our room which was disappointing. It was small and had different bedside lamps. It wasn’t the cleanest, especially in the bathroom which had a cracked sink. The blinds were dirty and the heat in the room was overbearing. We managed to sort that out. We went out for the evening but wasn’t told that they lock the doors at a certain time , so we were locked out in the rain until the manager let us in. Had a terrible nights sleep, the bed was rock hard and I woke up with a bad back. We were told on arrival that breakfast stops at 11am but when we went to the dining area at 10.30am we were then told that breakfast that’s included with the room stops at 9.30am and we would have to pay, however the manager was helpful and waived that. My partner had the veggie breakfast (which wasn’t the best) whilst we sat under the glass conservatory. The gutters are blocked so the noise from the dripping water was annoying. I asked for corn flakes with soya milk and I was handed a bowl full of milk and a box of the cereal. The poor waiter looked embarrassed. The hotel has great potential. It needs a total refurbishment. Get rid of the red carpet! It is in a beautiful place but we won’t stay there again. We were so disappointed and it spoilt what was a wonderful visit to Grasmere"

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Guest Reviews for Lakes Hotels

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GB Shramaner

Couple
The Traveller's Rest ★★★
"Great experience: beautiful place, kind staff, and a really tasty breakfast"
★★★★★
2026-08-27
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HK Anonymous User

Traveling with friends
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels ★★★★
"Hotel locate in great place with fantastic view, spa facilities is excellent."
★★★★★
2025-04-25
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CN Guest User

Family
The Daffodil Hotel & Spa ★★★★
"Very beautiful hotel"
★★★★★
2024-08-17
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Solo traveler
The Ambleside Inn - the Inn Collection Group ★★★
"Nice hotel in the middle of the town. Only issue is if you are a traveller with huge luggage, it will be difficult to bring it up to your room"
★★★★★
2026-04-10
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YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe ★★★★
"I booked this a few weeks ago and read the many excellent reviews and some of the less than fantastic ones too. The bad nearly outweighed the good when making my decision. However, due to its location being perfect for my needs I booked. I am sitting at dining table now within the hostel and all I can say is that the people who left poor reviews could only have been expecting the Hilton. This place is absolutely fantastic in every way, it has everything anybody could ever need, the showers are piping hot, its clean, its not modern but this isnt London. The food is lovely and very reasonable. I will definitely endorse my review as 100% I cannot find fault. Well done Team 👏"
★★★★★
2026-09-07
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GB Guest User

Couple
Victorian House ★★★★
"Wonderful rooms and service. Included might be the best I have ever had. Great location as well, between windermere and Keswick."
★★★★★
2026-03-29
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CN Qiuxiang

Family
The Swan at Grasmere- the Inn Collection Group ★★★★
"The hotel is old-fashioned and the breakfast is not rich enough. The hotel is on the roadside and the noise from passing cars is loud."
★★★★★
2024-07-15
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Guest User

Other
Moss Grove Organic ★★★★★
"We were given 2 free nights at the hotel due to a bad experience last year when my daughter cut her foot open on glass in the hot-tub in the 'suite' room!! We were there for 60th birthday celebrations which were pretty much ruined by this oversight in housekeeping. The suite room was ridiculously overpriced as the room was exceptionally dated, with decor and carpets that were well past the need for an update. The hot tub is in a dingy space out of the back of the room with a chipped old bistro set as furniture. We explained, as we were just outside the voucher window that this was due to ill health in the family and this was our first opportunity to come back to the hotel. Due to the serious incident last year this should not have been a problem in our opinion. We were not given the room we were promised last year as they said it was high season!! Had we been given the room promised we would have left as happier customers. Our room this year was equally dated and dark - room 6. The shower leaked all over the floor due to an ill fitting shower screen. Breakfast was, as last year a bizarre experience with not enough food out for people and not enough seating either in the dining room making it quite an unrelaxed start to the day. We had to cook our own eggs as the scrambled eggs looked inedible. Everyone goes into the kitchen and trots back to the dining room with their food - which is a very strange set up... The hotel is perfectly located in the lovely village of Grasmere which may contribute to complacency regarding the need for cosmetic update and meticulous housekeeping necessary especially when charging top dollar!"
★★☆☆☆
2025-09-10
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CN Chao888888

Solo traveler
Cragwood Country House Hotel ★★★★
"Very good, ok"
★★★★★
2024-08-05

Lakes Travel Information

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More Information About Lakes Hotels

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Number of reviews

1,307

Total properties

31

Weekday Avg. Price

£367

Weekend Avg. Price

£404

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FAQ – Hotels in Lakes

  • What is the average price of a hotel in Lakes this weekend?

    According to the latest 12-month data from Trip.com, the average price for a 3-star hotel in Lakes this weekend is £209 per night. For a 4-star hotel, the average cost is £462 per night. If you're looking for a luxury experience, 5-star hotels in Lakes this weekend typically cost £215 per night.

  • How much do hotels in Lakes cost per night on weekdays?

    Based on the latest 12-month data from Trip.com, the average price for a 3-star hotel in Lakes during weekdays is £170 per night. For a 4-star hotel, you can expect to pay around £426 per night. If you're seeking a luxury stay, 5-star hotels in Lakes generally cost £181 per night on weekdays.

  • What are the best places to stay in Lakes?

    Some of the best places to stay in Lakes are near popular attractions like Brockhole on Windermere, offering easy access to key sights and amenities.

  • What are the top hotels in Lakes near Brockhole on Windermere?

    Some of the top hotels in Lakes near Brockhole on Windermere include Low Wood Bay (from £147), YHA Windermere (from £18) and Briery Wood Country House Hotel (from £94), all offering easy access to Brockhole on Windermere, making them ideal for visitors looking to explore the area.

  • What are some of the best hotels in Lakes?

    The most popular Lakes hotels for your stay: The Daffodil Hotel & Spa (from £165), Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa (from £169) and The Traveller's Rest (from £78) are the preferred hotels.

  • Which hotels in Lakes are pet friendly?

    Lake View Country House (from £131) allows pets. Take your pets with you during your stay!

  • Which hotels in Lakes are worth visiting for their spa experience?

    Feel tired from travelling? The Daffodil Hotel & Spa (from £165), Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa (from £169) and Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels (from £177) provide highly rated spa services.

  • Which hotels in Lakes have swimming pools?

    Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa (from £169) is a hotel with swimming pools. Stay at any of these hotels to enjoy a swimming pool!

  • What hotels in Lakes offer an especially good breakfast ?

    Moss Grove Organic (from £149),The Daffodil Hotel & Spa (from £165) and Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa (from £169) provide high-quality breakfast. Start your day with a delicious breakfast!

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