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The Windermere Hotel, Windermere

Exterior View of The Windermere Hotel

Our customers rate this hotel

4 out of 5 stars ( from 4 customers )

Hotel Summary

  • Perfectly situated on a hilltop overlooking the quaint village of Windermere and the beautiful surrounding areas
  • The Hotel was originally called the Riggs Windermere Hotel, named after Thomas Rigg, who built it in 1847
  • A recent refurbishment to the bar and restaurant has left us with a modern look, but the hotel keeps its charm
  • Traditional Historic Listed building
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About The Windermere Hotel

Windermere has been called the ‘Gateway to the Lakes’. With mountains, moors, lakes and tarns it is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the splendour of the English countryside, right in the heart of the Lake District.

The Windermere Hotel occupies an excellent location at the head of the village of Windermere itself. Built from traditional Lakeland slate, our hotel is listed by English Heritage, and is one of the oldest hotels in Windermere having opened back in 1847 to coincide with the construction of the local railway.

The hotel’s location is ideal for exploring the local villages of Bowness and Windermere, as well as the beautiful Lake District scenery. Details of a selection of attractions in Windermere and the surrounding area can be found in the Local Attractions section of our website.

Spanning three floors, the Windermere Hotel contains 69 comfortable bedrooms. If you’re looking for that extra special touch, you can choose to upgrade to our stylish new Premier and Superior Rooms. Inside the Hotel you’ll find a warm, intimate atmosphere, and the friendliest of welcomes from our highly experienced staff.

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Exterior & location
Exterior View of The Windermere Hotel
Exterior View of The Windermere Hotel
Exterior View of The Windermere Hotel
Reception & Dining
Bar Area at The Windermere Hotel
Reception at The Windermere Hotel

Room Details

Rooms at the Windermere Hotel are elegant and comfortable – the perfect place to unwind after a hard day’s walking or sightseeing. We are also offering guests the option to upgrade to our new Premier and Superior Rooms which offer stylish and contemporary interiors and upgraded facilities.

Premier Room

Premier Room at The Windermere Hotel

Our most luxurious room option. All Premier rooms have a four-poster beds and spacious en suite bathrooms that have been beautifully re-fitted to accommodate both both and shower options. These large rooms also have a comfortable seating area, a 32" flat screen digital television, hairdryer and the facilities to make a hot beverage

  • Luxurious Four Poster bed
  • 32" Flat screen Digital Television
  • Large rooms with comfortable seating area
  • En Suite with separate Shower and Bath
  • Hair dryer and shaving point

Superior Room

Superior Room at The Windermere Hotel

Our superior rooms have luxurious beds, flat screen digital television, and a spacious en suite bathroom with shower/bath. These Superior rooms also have the facilities to make a hot beverage

  • Digital Flat Screen TV
  • En Suite with Bath/Shower and WC
  • Hairdryer and Shaving point

Standard Room

Standard Room at The Windermere Hotel

Our Standard rooms are charming and have everything you expect in a modern hotel - private facilities, a TV, and everything you need to make yourself a hot beverage

  • En Suite bath, shower and WC
  • Telephone
  • Colour TV
  • Tea and coffee-making facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Shaving point

Facilities

The recently refurbished Windermere Hotel offers a wide range of leisure facilities and amenities to visitors. In our lounge areas we offer WiFi internet access. In addition to our beautiful grounds and gardens, we offer the following:

  • Night porter
  • Patio area
  • WiFi

Eating

The hotel restaurant serves an excellent range of modern and traditional cuisine. The newly refurbished restaurant has lake views.

Starters

Crab Soufflé
Scotch Broth
Breaded Mushrooms (V)
Tempura King Prawns*

Main Course

 

Loin of Pork Flamande
Poached Salmon
Vegetarian Malaysian Rendang Thai Curry (V)
Beef in a Black Bean Sauce
8oZ aged West Country Sirloin Steak*
Tuna Steak Grilled in Lime and Butter
Grilled Duck Breast

Desserts

Strawberry and Cointreau Gateau
Apple and Caramel Pie
A Choice of Ice Creams
Cheese and Biscuits
Fresh Fruit basket
Freshly Brewed Douwe Egbert’s Coffee

*Supplement Applies


Entertainment

We offer casual entertainment some evenings.

Local Attractions

Windermere is the largest lake in England - 10.5 miles long and 200 ft deep in places. The lake is classified as a public highway and in centuries past supported commercial traffic associated with slate and copper mining, timber, wool and fishing. Windermere is England's largest lake, in the heart of the Lake District.

I have never known a place where views change so much during the day sunshine and rain highlight the landscape so beautifully. Just a simple drive in the Lakes is a lovely experience and the same road in the other direction gives a totally different perspective and view – never a dull day out in the Lakes! Very often my days off are spent relaxing with a great walk.

My local’s “hot tip” would be walking to Miller Ground. It is a lovely walk that ends at the lake itself with beautiful views over to the hills on the other side. It’s also an easy walk to the pubs and restaurants in Windermere.

Places To Visit

  • The World of Beatrix Potter
  • Hilltop Farm
  • Lake Cruises
  • Dove Cottage
  • Holehird Gardens
  • Old Laundry Theatre
  • Aquarium of the lakes
  • Blackwell Arts and Craft House
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12/05/2010 00:00:00

Review of hotel The Windermere Hotel from 30/04/2010 00:00:00

Delighted - Good value for money

My hubby and I stayed at the Windermere Hotel in late April and were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the service, decor and food, for the cost of the break. ALL the staff were attentive and competent (apart from one bar tender who was quite rude to me on one occasion). The attention to detail impressed me and I really would have liked to stay for longer. The weather was lovely too. I am just thinking I may book for Bank holiday! Great hotel although it is a short trek to the Lake Windermere.

15/05/2010 00:00:00

Review of hotel The Windermere Hotel from 07/05/2010 00:00:00

Our Break at The Windermere Hotel

Just want to say thanks for a great holiday, your staff were lovely and very friendly, the meals were more than adequate, the rooms although tired looking were always clean. Thanks once again.

28/04/2010 00:00:00

Review of hotel The Windermere Hotel from 23/04/2010 00:00:00

Our 2 Night break at The Windermere Hotel

Last Friday my sister and I stayed at the Windermere Hotel for 2 nights. What a fantastic time we had. The staff couldn’t do enough for us, the food was superb, the rooms were pleasant and spotless clean and the overall impression is a very positive one. Please convey our thanks to all concerned.

09/06/2010 00:00:00

Review of hotel The Windermere Hotel from 09/06/2010 00:00:00

A Great Place to Stay

We liked the decor and the excellent staff - polite, friendly, helpful - just what we needed. The historic notes in the room pack gave added value and interest. Unfortunately my wife was unable to view the impressive restored Victorian urinals, an unexpected feature.

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