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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.

Staff very friendly food in evening and breakfast first class additional tea and coffee available
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,152 reviews
Price from
£110
per night
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.

We thought the breakfast was excellent. We were spoilt for choice and were also able to order a cooked breakfast if needed. Maybe some more fresh fruit could be added. The fresh croissants were really tasty.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,524 reviews
Price from
£115
per night
The Wild Boar, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

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

Quiet location. Nice decor.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
512 reviews
Price from
£160.10
per night
Stags Head Hotel, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

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.

Good Breakfast and staff
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
1,330 reviews
Price from
£110
per night
The Westmorland Inn, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

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.

Polite and helpful staff. Lovely pub
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
767 reviews
Price from
£80
per night
The Hare & Hounds Inn, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Located in Bowland Bridge, 10 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Hare & Hounds Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Charming, comfortable, spacious room & bathroom with views. Friendly, helpful staff & delicious breakfast.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
£139
per night
The Ambleside Inn - The Inn Collection Group, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Located in the pretty Lake District village of Ambleside, this 18th-century hotel is situated in the centre of this historic town, with all the amenities on your doorstep.

The location was great and the staff was sweet and helpful. The food was also very delicious
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,584 reviews
Price from
£89
per night
The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Next to Coniston Water, The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group has lawns running down to the lake shore and a restaurant with spectacular mountain views.

Fabulous location, all the staff were helpful and friendly, especially on reception who was able to give us an upgraded room for my mums birthday! Food was delicious, especially the Sunday roast
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
1,853 reviews
Price from
£119
per night
The Cuckoo Brow Inn, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

This traditional Lake District inn is set in the quiet village of Far Sawrey.

Friendly family atmosphere! Nothing was too much trouble! Food was amazing!
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
1,081 reviews
Price from
£138
per night
Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection Group, hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection Group stands on the shores of Lake Windermere, a short walk from Ambleside centre.

Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,043 reviews
Price from
£105
per night
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  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
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     · 691 reviews
    Everything about Melbourne Guest House was great. Lovely hosts, clean, comfortable, the breakfast was really nice and the location is great. Would definitely stay again
    jean
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £124.20
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,935 reviews
    Lovely views and amazing dinner in the restaurant. Beautiful gardens. Nice pool and jacuzzi.
    Caroline
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 322 reviews
    Beautiful guest house with parking. Lovely breakfast hamper delivered to your room.Short stroll into the centre.
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  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 774 reviews
    Best guest house Hotel we have ever stayed in at bowness and we have been coming for over 40 years
    Peter
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  • Avg. price/night: £90
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
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    Superb
     · 500 reviews
    Lovely guest house & very welcoming
    Claire
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  • Scored 10
    10
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review
    Fabulous for family dinner party and watching movies on the comfy sofas ... Relaxing family break for my husbands 60th
    Sharon
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £269
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 426 reviews
    Beautiful location, lovely communal areas, great food (particularly the dinner menu) and staff were very helpful.
    Rebecca
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £268.40
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,131 reviews
    The actual building, room was everything we hoped for. Very peaceful. Reception on arrival friendly and helpful. Dinner was a nice experience, friendly staff.
    Andrew
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £100
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 419 reviews
    A great guest house, in an excellent location. The owners were so friendly and helpful. The room was excellent with one of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in.
    michelle
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £124.20
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,935 reviews
    Friendly welcoming staff, large car park - lovely pool. Food was very good - excellent dinner and great choice for the buffet breakfast. Our room was bijou, quite a small double but perfectly adequate for an overnight stay and a very comfortable bed indeed!
    Diane
    Young couple

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