Windermere Accommodation

Windermere Accommodation

Windermere accommodation within 20 minutes of the lake shore. From simple campsites and hostels through self catering holiday cottages, traditional and boutique b&b’s, lodges, holiday parks and Lakeland Inns to luxury spa hotels.

For alternative places to stay in Windermere try Glamping. From yurts and tipis to luxury camping pods and more. Or hire a Motorhome and tour right around the South Lakes.

Choose your Windermere Accommodation type

image of the black bull hotel, windermere accommodation in the lake district
image of a holiday cottage beside the lake, a self catering windermere accommodation in the lake district
image of boat and lodges at windermere holiday parks
image of yurts, windermere accommodation near the lake
image of ambleside hostel accommodation in windermere in the lake district
image motorhomes and camping places to stay in windermere in the lake district

Windermere accommodation price guide 2025

Based on recent data, this is an updated accommodation price guide for Windermere and the surrounding area for 2025. Prices are for peak seasons, including school holidays, Christmas, New Year, and bank holidays. During quieter seasons, prices may drop by around 25–30%, with special offers often available.

Windermere Bed & Breakfast Accommodation

Probably the most popular choice of Windermere accommodation, there’s a plentiful range of comfortable b&bs and guest houses but even these can become fully booked on Bank Holidays. Prices are for a room for 2 people including breakfast.

  • Traditional 3* or 4* B&Bs. Prices range from approximately £90 to £160 per night for a double room, including breakfast.
  • 5* Boutique Style B&Bs. Expect to pay between £120 and £250 per night for a double room with breakfast.

Windermere area Hotels

Many hotels around Windermere lake are converted from the grand mansions of the Victorian era. Some ancient Lakeland Inns have now been upgraded to beautiful and atmospheric small hotels. Prices are for a room for 2 people including breakfast in.

  • 3* & 4* Hotels: Room rates for two people, including breakfast, range from £140 to £180 per night.
  • High-End and Luxury Spa Hotels: Prices vary from £180 to £400 per night for a double room with breakfast.

Self catering cottages around Windermere

Self catering places to stay in Windermere and the surrounding area. Price are based on a 7 night stay in peak season, the equivalent nightly price increases for short breaks. Luxury cottages or those in highly sought after locations can cost considerably more.

  • Apartment for 2: Starting at around £100 per night.
  • Cottage for 2: From approximately £110 per night.
  • Apartment for 4: Starting at around £120 per night.
  • Cottage for 4: From approximately £130 per night.
  • Cottage for 6: Expect to pay from £180 per night.

Glamping Accommodation near Windermere lake

Rapidly becoming a more popular Windermere accommodation choice, Glamping sites are located in some of the most beautiful parts of the South Lakes. Book early for peak season availability. Prices are for the whole unit per night, based on 3 or 4 night stays. Expect to pay a slightly lower price per night for 7 night stays at most glamping sites.

  • Tipi for 3 to 4 People: With or without bedding, around £75 per night.
  • Basic Pod for 2: Without bedding, approximately £60 per night.
  • Ensuite Pod for 2: With bedding, about £120 per night.
  • Deluxe Ensuite Pod for 2: With bedding, around £160 per night.
  • Yurt for 2 to 6 People: With bedding, approximately £110 per night.
  • Yurt with Hot Tub for 2 to 6 People: With bedding, around £150 per night.
  • Shepherd’s Hut for 3: With bedding, about £75 per night.

Windermere Hostel accommodation

There are both YHA and independent hostels around Windermere lake. Accommodation ranges from cheerful town centre hostels to unique off-the-beaten-track historic houses in stunning countryside. Facilities are generally excellent. Prices are per night.

  • Single Dorm Bed: Approximately £35 per person per night.
  • Private Rooms: Starting from around £80 for 2 people and £160 for 4 people per night.

Lodges and Holiday Parks

Very popular places to stay in Windermere with water sports and boat launching facilities, several Windermere area holiday and lodge parks are set actually on the shores of the lake itself. Prices are based on a family of four and a minimum stay of 3 nights weekend or 4 nights midweek.

  • Holiday Park Caravan or Wooden Lodge: From around £130 per night.
  • Lodge with Private Sauna: Approximately £150 per night.
  • Log Cabin or Lodge with Hot Tub: Around £210 per night.

Windermere Campsites

  • Expect to pay around £22 per person per night in a YHA campsite with use of hostel facilities

Campervans & Motor Homes

  • Campervan Hire: Approximately £90 per night, based on a 7-day hire, including insurance and mileage.
  • Motorhome Hire: Around £180 per night, based on a 7-day hire, including insurance and mileage.

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