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. High ceilings in this traditional stone-built house give rooms a light, spacious feel. Beds are adorned in Egyptian cotton linen and there are also TVs and free Wi-Fi in rooms. The Westbourne serves traditional English breakfast. Guests can also relax in the conservatory or comfortable lounge with real log fire. Boat trips on Lake Windermere, which is just 1 mile away, offer uninterrupted views of the stunning mountains, bays and woodlands. Bowness-On-Windermere's quaint shops and restaurants are just a short walk from The Westbourne. Free parking is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Bowness-on-Windermere, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
7.6

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Genevieve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was clean. Very private. Location was superb.
  • Luke
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff Exceptional service Great location Exceptional breakfast
  • Ria
    Trinidad and Tobago Trinidad and Tobago
    We arrived very late , however, the staff left a lovely note on the door for us with all the instructions about our stay. Breakfast was wonderful . The room was big and spacious and the staff was very kind and helpful. Wonderful experience!!
  • Janice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm and welcoming Great location Lovely breakfast Nice comfy bed Lovely decor throughout
  • Bill
    United States United States
    The breakfasts were excellent. The hostess was very friendly. We asked and were told to have our wine and cheese evening in the downstairs sitting room, which pleased us. The location near the water was a plus. We found out about the bus service...
  • Elissa
    United States United States
    Comfortable, clean, great location! Wonderful breakfast and host!
  • Gayathri
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I recently had the pleasure of staying at The Westbourne, and I must say it was a fantastic experience. The location of the hotel couldn't have been better – it was so close to both the lake and the town, making it incredibly convenient for...
  • Ingram
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely large very clean room with an excellent shower. Good breakfast. Ample car parking. Well located, being a short walk to Bowness centre and attractions.
  • Biagio
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were very nice . Clean and comfortable good location breakfast good and great for parking ☺️👍
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The bathroom was modern and super clean. The bed was comfortable and the room was warm and cosy.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.6Based on 1,115 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

We have owned the Westbourne since February 2011. Our guest house is special for various reasons: Excellent location. 2 minutes walk to restaurants & shops and 2 minutes to forest walks with beautiful views. Traditional Lake District slate house built in 1888, great lounge with honesty bar and sun lounge. Comfortable rooms in various sizes and at various rates. Gold Award for Windermere in Bloom and above all, owners who really enjoy your company and love living in Bowness.

Languages Spoken

German,English,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of The Westbourne
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Wake-up service

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • German
    • English
    • Dutch

    House rules
    The Westbourne takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 10 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    After booking, please contact The Westbourne with your expected arrival time.

    FAQs about The Westbourne

    • The Westbourne offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Guests staying at The Westbourne can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

        Breakfast option(s) include:

        • Full English/Irish
      • The Westbourne is 1,500 feet from the center of Bowness-on-Windermere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at The Westbourne may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Check-in at The Westbourne is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

      • Room options at The Westbourne include:

        • Double
        • Chalet