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The Windermere Hotel

  • 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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Originally called the Riggs Windermere Hotel, named after Thomas Rigg who built it in 1847, the hotel opened at the same time as the railway from Oxenholme to Windermere. The hotel name has changed but the hotel and railway station remain and greet most visitors on their way to Windermere. A recent refurbishment of the bar and restaurant has left us a really warm modern look that returning guests love, but the hotel still retains a lovely old feel, true to it’s railway heritage.

Our location set high above the town of Windermere gives us beautiful views over the lake, a stunning setting. Guests can stroll into the town and for the more energetic the lake itself is just a 20 minute walk.

For a special occasion our Premier rooms with views across to the lake are a must!

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Rooms

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

Entertainment

We offer casual entertainment some evenings.


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



Location

Explore the beauty of 'the lakes' of just relax and enjoy the view

By Car

Below is some driving directions from the M6 to The Windermere Hotel. The drive will take about 25 minutes. 

  • Take exit 37 off the M6
  • Head northwest on A684
  • Turn right to stay on A684
  • Turn right at A684/Ann St
  • Turn left at A6/Longpool
  • Take the 1st right onto A6 / Station Road
  • Turn left to stay on A6 / Station Road Continue to follow A6
  • Turn right at A5284 / Strickland Gate Continue to follow A5284
  • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto A591 / Windermere Road Continue to follow A591
  • Slight right at The Terrace

  • The Windermere Hotel will be on the right

    The car park is located directly in front of the building.


By Train

Windermere railway station is a 2 minute drive away of a five minute walk away from the Windermere Hotel

By Plane

The nearest airport to the Windermere Hotel is Black Pool



The Windermere Hotel

Kendal Road

Windermere

Cumbria

LA23 1AL

Res: 01539 442251

Tel: 01539 442251

Fax: 01539 488903

How to get there

The Windermere Hotel is perched on the edge of Windermere, just 15 miles from junction 36 of the M6.


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.

  • 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

Local Insight

I have never know 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.

Melise, Receptionist

Great for

  • Walking
  • History
  • Garden

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