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Lakes Hotel and Spa
We have been to the Lakes Hotel & Spa a few times & we always have an amazing stay. The staff are always polite & welcoming, a special thank you to Mark (concierge) he was very helpful! Our room was spotless & had a beautiful view over the lake. The spa was very nice as always, but it was slightly ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
Lovely clean hotel cannot fault it and reception staff super friendly and accommodating would highly recommend this hotel which is booked for two nights not just one
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Windermere Manor Hotel
It was a lovely building and location was great, food was good and most of the staff was great
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Pine Lake Resort
Lovely place.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Thurnham Hall Resort
Always enjoy staying at Thurnham Hall. Great staff, well thought-out accommodation, lovely setting with good parking.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Kotel Windermere
Fabulous property within easy reach of the town centre.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Sit in the front compartment and learn to operate this steam train, while capturing photos of the delightful Lake District scenery.

Fell Foot Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fell Foot Park, a lovely green space in Staveley-in-Cartmel. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lakes Aqaurium
Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.

Lakeland Motor Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lakeland Motor Museum during your trip to Backbarrow. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.
Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Learn about the local history of Ulverston when you spend time at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.
Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing
Explore the waterfront in Lakeside with a trip to Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Things to do

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

Coniston Water: 60-Minute Wild Cat Island Cruise

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere

The Brontes, Wuthering Heights & Jane Eyre Tour

Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan
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