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The Westbourne, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

The Westbourne is a beautiful guest house set in the peaceful area below Biskey Howe in the Lake District. Bedrooms feature walk-in-shower rooms, luxurious toiletries and large fluffy towels.

Excellent location, friendly staff, very helpful, clean and tidy! Nothing too much trouble , will definitely be returning
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
1,135 reviews
Price from
£73
1 night, 2 adults
The White House, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The White House is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi.

It was very centrally located and even though there is no car parking on site, there is a public car park literally round the corner. The room was immaculately decorated, clean and welcoming.
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
1,333 reviews
Price from
£170
1 night, 2 adults
Lingwood Lodge, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Featuring mountain views, Lingwood Lodge provides accommodation with patio, around less than 1 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

This is a little gem of a B&B , spotless comfortable room ,and nothing is too much trouble for the host Sandra, who made us feel so welcome . We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to re-book . Highly recommend
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
667 reviews
Price from
£100
1 night, 2 adults
Holly Cottages, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km from Derwentwater, Holly Cottages features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

Nice host, room OK. Good location. Would stay again
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
567 reviews
Price from
£59.50
1 night, 2 adults
Bowness Guest House, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 400 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 38 km from Derwentwater, Bowness Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

Myself and my partner had a brilliant weekend in the lakes and we will certainly be returning to Bowness Guest House. Fantastic location in the middle of Bowness, room was spotless, with a lovely comfy bed and the hosts of the guest house couldn’t do more for us. Lovely couple and provided us with lots of information and places to go during our stay.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
379 reviews
Price from
£100
1 night, 2 adults
Puddle Duck Lodge – Adults Only, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Boasting a garden and views of garden, Puddle Duck Lodge – Adults Only is a guest house set in a historic building in Bowness-on-Windermere, 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.

everything about this quaint labeled b&b
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
327 reviews
Price from
£130
1 night, 2 adults
Craig Walk Suite, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Craig Walk Suite is set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 38 km from Derwentwater, 43 km from Askham Hall, as well as 50 km from Trough of Bowland.

Beautiful clean room, access to Netflix and Disney. Perfect for a small break.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
370 reviews
Price from
£172
1 night, 2 adults
The Royal Oak Inn, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Situated in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Royal Oak Inn offers a traditional Inn, which has been family run since 1995.

Very friendly and helpful staff and fabulous breakfast!!!
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,171 reviews
Price from
£120
1 night, 2 adults
Latimer House, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Set in the village of Bowness, Latimer House Guest House offers 4-star accommodation with views of its surrounding gardens and of the village.

Wonderful and spacious and to a high spec.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,045 reviews
Price from
£135
1 night, 2 adults
The Angel Inn - The Inn Collection Group, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Situated 100 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, The Angel Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers 4-star accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere and has a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

Location is fantastic.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,581 reviews
Price from
£119
1 night, 2 adults
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  • The Westbourne
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,135 reviews

    The Westbourne is a beautiful guest house set in the peaceful area below Biskey Howe in the Lake District. Bedrooms feature walk-in-shower rooms, luxurious toiletries and large fluffy towels.

    Lovely place to stay, great rooms, food and staff!

  • The Angel Inn - The Inn Collection Group
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,581 reviews

    Situated 100 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, The Angel Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers 4-star accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere and has a garden, a restaurant and a bar.

    Fantastic room with lovely views. Highly recommend.

  • The Royal Oak Inn
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,171 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Royal Oak Inn offers a traditional Inn, which has been family run since 1995.

    Very friendly and helpful staff and fabulous breakfast!!!

  • Monties Guest House - Adults ONLY
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 291 reviews

    This B&B is just 5 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere and 2 minutes from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. There is free Wi-Fi for guests..

    Great room, excellent location & delicious breakfast

  • The Ryebeck Hotel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 391 reviews

    Enjoying beautiful views of Lake Windemere, the charming Ryebeck also boasts 5 acres of gardens and grounds, individually styled rooms and an award-winning restaurant.

    decor. staff food room location nothing to not like.

  • Brooklands Guest House
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 172 reviews

    Set in Bowness-on-Windermere and only 1.6 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Brooklands Guest House offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    The breakfast options were great and the service was excellent.

  • Wild Boar Estate
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 498 reviews

    In a secluded location near Bowness Bay, Wild Boar Estate offers en suite rooms, just 3 miles from Lake Windermere Ferry crossing.

    Lovely room, friendly staff the food was incredible

  • Stags Head Hotel
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,251 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from Bowness centre, The Stags Head Hotel offers cooked breakfasts, free local leisure passes and home-cooked food in the traditional pub restaurant.

    Great location and fantastic breakfast and staff….

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  • Holly Cottages
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 567 reviews

    Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km from Derwentwater, Holly Cottages features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

    Half the price of others but have everything needed

  • Latimer House
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,045 reviews

    Set in the village of Bowness, Latimer House Guest House offers 4-star accommodation with views of its surrounding gardens and of the village.

    Beautiful rooms, building and grounds and perfect location

  • The Westmorland Inn
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 679 reviews

    Set 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, The Westmorland Inn offers 3-star accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere and features a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar.

    Welcoming, comfortable, warm, cosy, great location

  • Craig Walk Suite
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 370 reviews

    Craig Walk Suite is set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 38 km from Derwentwater, 43 km from Askham Hall, as well as 50 km from Trough of Bowland.

    The whole room it was gorgeous and so was the view

  • Fairfield House and Gardens
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 872 reviews

    Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere and only 500 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, Fairfield House and Gardens features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Beautiful place, lovely host and fantastic breakfast

  • Elim Bank Guest House
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 298 reviews

    Victorian era property set in Bowness-on-Windermere, a 10 minute walk from the edge of Lake Windermere. Each room has an ensuite bathroom, free WIFI, a TV and drink making facilities.

    Very interesting building love the original old architecture

  • Stockghyll Cottage
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 262 reviews

    Set in Bowness-on-Windermere, within 1.1 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 37 km of Derwentwater, Stockghyll Cottage offers accommodation with a private beach area and free WiFi as well as free...

    The location was perfect. The hosts were friendly and attentive

  • Beechwood
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 235 reviews

    Beechwood is located in Bowness-on-Windermere. This period property offers free parking and free WiFi in all areas.

    Lovely cooked breakfast,everything fresh and tasty.

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  • Lowghyll suite
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Offering mountain views, Lowghyll suite is an accommodation set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 39 km from Derwentwater and 43 km from Askham Hall.

    It’s a lovely compact little apartment. Close enough to Bowness, with parking too.

  • May Cottage B&B
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 67 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of quiet street, May Cottage B&B is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Bowness-on-Windermere, 500 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.

    Fantastic place, very welcoming, excellent location, brilliant breakfast.

  • Oakfold House
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 659 reviews

    In Bowness village, a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere, this Victorian guest house still retains many of its original features.

    One of the best breakfasts we have ever had in overnight accommodation.

  • New Hall Bank
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 447 reviews

    Nestled in the Lake District National Park, with views overlooking Lake Windermere, New Hall Bank offers bed and breakfast accommodation, free Wi-Fi in public areas and free private parking on site.

    Breakfast was excellent and location was very good

  • Puddle Duck Lodge – Adults Only
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 327 reviews

    Boasting a garden and views of garden, Puddle Duck Lodge – Adults Only is a guest house set in a historic building in Bowness-on-Windermere, 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.

    Breakfast was perfectly cooked and well presented.

  • Storrs Gate House
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 236 reviews

    This award-winning family-run B&B is set opposite Lake Windermere in a 19th-century property which was the former gatehouse to Storrs Hall.

    Very clean, loved our room, breakfast was amazing!!

  • Bowness Guest House
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 379 reviews

    Set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 400 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 38 km from Derwentwater, Bowness Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building.

    Gorgeous clean modern home! Fabulous friendly hosts!

  • Dene House Guest House
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 121 reviews

    Occupying a superb position on the edge of Bowness village, and just 3-minutes away from Lake Windermere itself, this beautiful guest house offers a careful blend of modern and traditional.

    Excellent location staff great nothing to much trouble

  • Hazeldene Guest House - with Free Offsite Health Club
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 250 reviews

    Hazeldene Guest House - with Free Offsite Health Club is ideally located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere and offers free private parking.

    Clean, great location, friendly couple, breakfast good

  • The Bay House Lake View Guest House - Adults Only
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 143 reviews

    In Bowness-on-Windermere, this traditional Lakeland cottage offers rooms with TVs, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryers.

    Nice hidden location off the Main Street. Nice and clean.

  • Bowness Bay Suites
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 381 reviews

    Situated in the heart of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, this adult only guesthouse overlooks Lake Windermere. The ferry terminal and the marina are 3 minutes' walk away.

    So big and comfortable and in an outstanding location.

  • The White House
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,333 reviews

    Located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The White House is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi.

    Great location, perfect room and good outside patio

  • Virginia Cottage Guest House
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 362 reviews

    Parking: Virginia cottage does not have any onsite parking but public parking is available nearby. Pets welcome in all rooms. Please state if you are bringing a pet when booking.

    Didn't have a breakfast just whetted to lie in

  • Lingwood Lodge
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 667 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Lingwood Lodge provides accommodation with patio, around less than 1 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    Good location by the lake, within walking distance.

  • Churchills Inn & Rooms
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 366 reviews

    This hotel is situated in the centre of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, just 2 minutes’ walk from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Wi-Fi is free in public areas.

    Really great location to shop, drink, get the steamer

  • Melbourne Guest House
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 642 reviews

    Melbourne Guest House is located in Bowness-on-Windermere, 10 minutes' walk from the beautiful lakeside. This property offers charming rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Excellent Breakfast, Perfect location, Lovely Rooms.

  • The Penthouse Bowness Luxury Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Lakeview Spa Membership
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 51 reviews

    Boasting accommodation with a pool with a view, mountain view and a patio, The Penthouse Bowness Luxury Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Lakeview Spa Membership is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere.

    comfortable room , great location and lovely hosts

  • Elim House
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 516 reviews

    Offering a sun terrace, Elim House is located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria Region, 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter. Some rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day.

    Great owners, bonus of parking, fabulous location.

  • Lake View Guest House
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 8 reviews

    Lake View Guest House is set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, 38 km from Derwentwater, as well as 42 km from Askham Hall.

    Stayed here a few times now, great place, great location, love it

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  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 19 reviews
    Beautiful view. Large house. Great location. Quiet area. Lovely balcony.
    Joe
    People with friends
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 29 reviews
    The apartment was great and just what we needed with the little open plan kitchen and lounge. Nice and comfortable for our own small prepared breakfasts. Great location. Parking is best a little down the road, it is safe and quite cheap for 24 hours, we dropped our bags at the property and then went to park the car in the carpark.
    Jason
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 287 reviews
    Upgrade Beautiful decor Luxury copper bath Private outdoor space and hot tub Lighting Electric blinds
    R
    Russell
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £143
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,333 reviews
    Modern and charming, impeccably clean room and bathroom. Great location close to town. Quiet room could not hear noise inside. Very comfy bed.
    Belinda
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 291 reviews
    Great location, good communication from host. Quiet side facing room. Easy self check in. Very clean. Excellent breakfast.
    Alistair
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 960 reviews
    Good sized room with private patio, designated parking, excellent breakfast selection, friendly and helpful staff, great location.
    peter
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 143 reviews
    Jill and Phil are great hosts. Excellent breakfast. The location, very close to the centre but away from the hustle and bustle so lovely and quiet. We had a lovely view from our room.
    Janet
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 642 reviews
    Great location in quiet street with private parking yet just minutes from the main shops of Bowness. Very nice room with good amenities and owners very welcoming. Excellent cooked breakfast.
    veronica
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 36 reviews
    A quaint cottage In a great location. Only a short walk to the town centre and all the amenities.A suprise bottle of prosecco was a nice thought. The cottage was in a quiet peaceful location & was spotlessly clean & warm.
    david
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 143 reviews
    A B&B near the lake. We had a view of it. Great location for everything, pubs,restaurants, shops,lake,buses and boats, yet so quiet, and Bowness was busy. Great hosts and breakfast and lovely and clean. Will return and will be be first choice.
    Philip
    Young couple