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Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (302 reviews)
"Lovely room, great location with easy parking & a great full breakfast!"
United Kingdom
Jade
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group
Bar (on property)

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (341 reviews)
"Parking space, food available all day, lake across the road, walking distance to the village, excellent helpful staff."
Australia
Trevanna
The price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
Boating

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"Lovely property with lake views, interesting walk down to main hotel for meals but do have to be careful crossing the road, main route so quite busy"
United Kingdom
Craig
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn
Property grounds

Waterhead Retreat

Waterhead Retreat
2.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$1,138
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Waterhead Retreat
Lake

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (423 reviews)
"Great location on the waterfront & close to the (few) eating options in town. Helpful & friendly staff. Basic & sparse rooms with (slightly glitchy) wifi. Good, hot breakfast and an evening meal that was surprisingly good. Free parking in the vicinity & close to the local trails & hikes."
Canada
Amit
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn
Lounge

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Clean room, great amenities, lovely bar."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Living area

Waterhead Cottage

Waterhead Cottage
2.0 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$1,221
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Waterhead Cottage
Dining

The Bay Cottage

The Bay Cottage
3.0 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$1,121
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
The Bay Cottage
Property grounds

Sethera

Sethera
3.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$939
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Sethera
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

High Borrans

High Borrans
2.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$814
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
High Borrans
Exterior

Highfold

Highfold
2.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$998
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June
Highfold
Interior

Betamere

Betamere
2.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$1,305
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Betamere
Cottage

No 7

No 7
2.0 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$1,771
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
No 7
Interior

Beckfoot

Beckfoot
3.0 star property
Ambleside
The price is AU$1,991
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Beckfoot
Terrace/patio

Mary Mount Hotel

Mary Mount Hotel
3.0 star property
Keswick
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, nice spacious room, lovely terrace and outlook of the hotel. "
United Kingdom
Jane
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June
Mary Mount Hotel
Comfort Double Room

Troutbeck Inn

Troutbeck Inn
3.0 star property
Penrith
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (443 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a nice quiet location. Room was really nice. Food great and staff lovely."
United Kingdom
rob
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Troutbeck Inn
Family Room (Troutbeck)

Station Inn

Station Inn
3.0 star property
Kendal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"We stayed in a family room. It was very spacious, clean and comfy. The Inn is not far from Kendal cbd (less than 10 min drive). The hotel does do dinner, it is a little pricey tho. The included breakfast was quite good (cereals and full english breakie style included in our stay). "
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Station Inn
Restaurant

The Gateway Hotel

The Gateway Hotel
2.5 star property
Kendal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Lovely stay, easy access and amazing food, will definitely be coming back. "
United Kingdom
Razvan
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Gateway Hotel
Front of property

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel
3.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (267 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff. Room clean and bed comfy. A bit of a wait for dinner but it was well worth the wait; delicious. You couldn't find a more fabulous landscape as the setting either. "
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel
Bar (on property)

Queens Head Inn

Queens Head Inn
3.0 star property
Penrith
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Very welcoming and comfortable stay at the Queens Head. Lovely old pub area and excellent food. All good quality and good value."
United Kingdom
Neil
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Queens Head Inn
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Stay near popular Waterhead attractions

Ambleside Pier

4.6/5 (155 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.
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Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good
"The hotel is lovely. We arrived to find we had been upgraded from the snug to a double bedroom with a view which was lovely. But disappointed not to have a bath even after an upgrade though. There are a lot of stairs to get anywhere, which was fine but worth noting. There is access to the lake outside via a path and some stairs which is lovely. The spa was great but as they are doing some work on it the outside bit wasn't available. This was fine as we were alerted to this, but there were also no changing facilities which we were not made aware of until we arrived. This meant walking through the hotel in the very snug dressing gown and slippers they provided, which was not ideal. It also meant that you could not access the spa after checking out as there was nowhere.to change, which wss a shame. All the staff were brilliant and the restaurant/bar/lounge area was great. We were not overly impressed with the food though. I didn't want much for tea and fancied the goats cheese balls off the small bites menu, but they had run out. So I ordered fish goujons and was presented with a pile of fish fingers - not very gourmet and definitely over priced! At breakfast we were asked for our cooked order before we had sat down and it arrived before we had chance to make the toast. We both had poached eggs which were a little undercooked, which was a shame. The continental selection was good though. Overall, a nice stay and we would return but would probably not have our tea there."
Kathy 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Beech Hill Hotel & Spa

More cheap accommodation in Waterhead

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

Greenside, Glenridding Penrith England
The price is AU$90 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$90
21 June - 22 June
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Waterhead?
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Lake Windermere, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices for your visit include Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn and Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Waterhead.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Waterhead has to offer?
Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly: This holiday home rental outside of Waterhead is located on a lake, and has a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Waterhead.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterhead, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Waterhead.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Waterhead?
Based on our traveller reviews, YHA Ambleside - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Waterhead.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Waterhead?
Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn and The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group are other good options for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Waterhead.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Waterhead?
Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn and Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Waterhead.
What are some hotels with pools in Waterhead?
Lakes Hotel and Spa: Hotel, 4-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Offers a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 2 bars. Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa and Beech Hill Hotel & Spa are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Waterhead.
What's it like to stay in Waterhead?
Travellers to Waterhead give high marks for the lakeside setting and top-notch restaurants. Welcoming and walkable, this city attracts tourists with its bars and local tours. A top sight in the city is Lake Windermere. In Waterhead, there are 70 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Waterhead.
What are the top places to visit in Waterhead?
The picturesque setting of Lake Windermere and Borrans Park exemplify the area's natural beauty. Boating is a great activity, and Ambleside Pier is one place to visit. You'll also find Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and Rydal Mount in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Waterhead guide.
What's the weather like in Waterhead?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Waterhead is 1552 mm.

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