Curated luxury hotels near Dove Cottage

Located in the heart of Keswick, the refurbished Skiddaw Hotel offers good food, and spacious rooms with tea/coffee making facilities. There is free WiFi throughout the hotel, and parking permits available at an extra cost for the car park near the hotel.

The hotel's restaurant, Brasserie 31, serves seasonal menus of local produce, while the lounge bar offers drinks, bar meals and our Hiker's Picnic Board - a savoury twist on traditional afternoon tea. A full Cumbrian or continental breakfast is provided each morning, made using the finest locally sourced ingredients.

Surrounded by dramatic lakes and mountains of the Lake District, Skiddaw Hotel is a short walk from Keswick’s shops and cafés. Derwentwater is less than a 5-minute drive away.

The hotel has a conservatory lounge overlooking the market square, with food and drink served all day. Discounted vouchers for local attractions are available from reception.

When you stay at Beech Hill Hotel & Spa in Windermere, you'll be on a lake, just steps from Lake Windermere and a 2-minute drive from Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House. This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Winster Valley and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bowness Pier.

Located in Keswick, Borrowdale Gates Hotel is on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Bowder Stone and Lodore Falls. This hotel is 21.6 mi (34.7 km) from Lake Windermere and 20.3 mi (32.6 km) from Ullswater.

Located in Windermere, Wild Boar Estate is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Lyth Valley and Windermere Golf Club. This luxury inn is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Windermere and 13.3 mi (21.3 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.

In the heart of the Lake District national park, Haweswater Hotel overlooks the lake and mountains. It has a bar, a lake view terrace and 2 restaurants.
Mark Greenaway at the Haweswater offers fine dining, including a carefully crafted tasting menu.
Brasserie 37 offers hearty, french-inspired classics based on local, seasonal produce.

The elegant en suite rooms at the Haweswater feature tea/coffee facilities and large flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. A cooked full English breakfast is provided.

Set in acres of woodland, Hotel Haweswater is close to wildlife and walking routes. Kendal and Ambleside are both within a 45-minute drive.

In the Lake District National Park, Inn on the Square has a central location by Keswick’s market square. This family-run property offers Scandinavian-style design combined with Cumbrian elements.

Modern bedrooms have an en suite bathroom.

The property features a chic lounge bar and a steakhouse.

A 10-minute walk from Derwentwater Lake, the property is close to shops, bars and restaurants. You can take a boat out or simply enjoy a walk and the lovely views.

When you a stay at Royal Oak at Keswick in Keswick, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute walk of The Puzzling Place and Hope Park. This inn is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Ullswater and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Keswick Museum and Art Gallery.

Set in Windermere, 5.4 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Watermill Inn & Brewery offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star inn offers a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 39 km from Derwentwater Lake.

At the inn, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Watermill Inn & Brewery also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a river view. All guest rooms in the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

You can play darts at The Watermill Inn & Brewery.

Askham Hall is 43 km from the inn, while Trough of Bowland is 44 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 112 km away.

With a stay at Macdonald Leeming House in Penrith, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Ullswater and Aira Force. This hotel is 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Lake Windermere.

With a stay at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co in Kendal, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Lyth Valley. This inn is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Ullswater.

With a stay at Cuckoo Brow Inn in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Hill Top Farm. This inn is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Windermere Ferry.

Set in Keswick, 9.3 km from Derwentwater Lake, The Swinside Inn offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is located 11 km from Buttermere.

An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Askham Hall is 38 km from the hotel, while World of Beatrix Potter is 43 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 133 km from the property.

With a stay at Cranleigh Boutique in Windermere, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Bowness Pier and Lake Windermere. This boutique hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from World of Beatrix Potter and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

Located in Seascale, 5.1 km from Wasdale, The Wasdale Head Inn & Apartments provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 4-star hotel features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 24 km from Muncaster Castle.

At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. Each room has a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms are fitted with a kitchen equipped with a fridge. Guest rooms in The Wasdale Head Inn & Apartments are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, à la carte and Full English/Irish options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Leeds Bradford International Airport is 173 km away.

Perched on a hillside in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Ro Hotel offers sweeping views of Lake Windermere and the dramatic Lake District landscape. Combining bold, contemporary design with warm northern hospitality, it provides an ideal base for exploring one of the UK’s most iconic regions.

Rooms & Accommodation
The hotel features a wide range of stylish, modern rooms and suites, many with stunning lake-facing views. Every room includes an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, a Smart flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and Eco Boutique toiletries. Selected rooms offer private balconies or bathtubs for an extra touch of luxury.
The Ro is also pet-friendly, with ten dog-friendly rooms located on the ground floor. These must be booked directly with the hotel, and a fee of £25.00 per dog, per stay applies.

Dining
Guests can enjoy a generous buffet breakfast each morning, along with drinks from the bar.
Breakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00.

Hydro Wellness Club
Unwind in the newly opened Hydro Wellness Club, complete with a state-of-the-art TechnoGym, heated indoor pool, hot tub, serene relaxation spaces overlooking the lake, and indulgent spa treatments using TEMPLESPA products.

Please note that standard room bookings do not include access to the Wellness Club. Additional charges may apply, and advance reservation of time slots is required and subject to availability.

The club is open daily from 08:00 to 20:00.
Children’s swimming hours are Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 10:00, and Saturday to Sunday from 08:00 to 11:00.

Additional Information
Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is by 11:00.
Limited on-site parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis at £7.50 per day, with additional public parking located nearby.

We charge £25.00 per dog, per stay.
Parking is £7.50 per car, per night.
Wellness club facilities and treatments are not included in standard bookings.