Curated luxury hotels near Grizedale Forest

When you stay at Merewood Country House in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Treetop Trek. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Ullswater and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

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.

With a stay at The Three Shires Inn in Ambleside, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Skelwith Force. This inn is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Ullswater and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Allan Bank.

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn are located in the heart of the Lake District, surrounded by fells and lakes. The edge of Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, is a few minutes’ walk away and the shops of Ambleside are only a short stroll away.

Each room features a TV, Tea/Coffee making facilities, en-suite bathroom and free WIFI. If you have a particular bathroom or bed configuration request for your stay, please do not hesitate to contact the team who will check the availability for you. Upon arrival, please check in at The Wateredge Inn which is only moments away.

Boasting a sauna, Bowness 45 - 2 bedroom Lake Windermere Lodge is located in Windermere. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.8 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

The chalet is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the chalet, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch and brunch.

For guests with children, the chalet offers a children's playground. Guests at Bowness 45 - 2 bedroom Lake Windermere Lodge can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Derwentwater Lake is 34 km from the accommodation, while Askham Hall is 39 km from the property.

With a stay at Briery Wood Country House Hotel in Windermere, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 8 minutes by foot from Treetop Trek. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Ullswater and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

Located in Windermere in the Cumbria region, Windermere Retreat - White Cross Bay Holiday Park features a balcony. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.5 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

The spacious chalet comes with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven and a microwave. This chalet also has a terrace that doubles up as an outdoor dining area.

A bar can be found on-site.

Guests at the chalet can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Derwentwater Lake is 33 km from Windermere Retreat - White Cross Bay Holiday Park, while Askham Hall is 39 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 118 km from the property.

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.

Overlooking Lake Windermere and the Langdale Pikes, the Craig Manor is 5 minute walk from Bowness.

The rooms have modern decor, en suite bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Many rooms have lake views.

Craig Manor offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. It was built as a private residence in 1848, while the bar and lounge provide coffee and drinks.

Windermere Railway Station and the town center are 1.2 miles away and Craig Manor is just 10 minute's walk from Lake Windermere itself.

Overlooking Lake Windermere and Langdale Fells, Holbeck Ghyll is a 4-red star country house hotel with fabulous views and rooms.

The individually designed rooms all include beds dressed in Egyptian cotton. They feature an LCD TV, DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities.

Just a mile from Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, this luxury boutique hotel offers home-cooked food and free Wi-Fi. Windermere Rail Station is only 15 minutes’ walk away, and there is free parking on site.

Originally the second home of a wealthy Edwardian gentleman, Windermere Boutique Hotel still retains many charming features like open fires and beamed ceilings.

Rooms all feature a large widescreen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player, and a king-size bed and luxury bathroom. Some luxury suites have outdoor hot tubs and seating areas.

The hotel is close to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and Bowness, which is just a short drive away. The surrounding National Parkland is great for walking and cycling, and Ambleside is just 5 miles away.

Situated in Windermere in the Cumbria region, Hartland Lodge - White Cross Bay Holiday Park has a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.5 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

The spacious chalet is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days.

Derwentwater Lake is 33 km from the chalet, while Askham Hall is 39 km from the property.

Located in Ambleside, 9.1 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub, as well as a bar.

At the hotel, every room is equipped with a wardrobe. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa each room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

Continental and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available at the accommodation.

Guests at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like hiking.

Lake Windermere is 16 km from the hotel, while Derwentwater Lake is 30 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km from the property.

When you stay at Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This spa hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from White Platts Recreation Ground and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Ambleside Climbing Wall.

Located in Kendal, 9.1 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Punch Bowl Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

At the hotel, each room is fitted with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Punch Bowl Inn also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are equipped with a garden view. Guest rooms in the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Guests at The Punch Bowl Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kendal, like hiking and cycling.

Trough of Bowland is 40 km from the hotel, while Derwentwater Lake is 47 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 108 km from the property.

Located in Ulverston, Lakeside Hotel & Spa is on a lake – a 1-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 13 minutes from Laurel and Hardy Museum. This spa hotel is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Hill Top Farm and 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Cartmel Racecourse.

With a stay at The Swan Hotel and Spa in Ulverston, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Lakeland Motor Museum. This spa hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Lakes Aqaurium and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing.

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.

With a stay at Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels in Ambleside, you'll be on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and The Herdy Shop. This spa hotel is 13 mi (21 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Grasmere Garden Village.

Grasmere – the heart of the Lake District; and at the heart of Grasmere is The Inn at Grasmere, the original Inn of Grasmere, where travellers have come for centuries to stop, rest and enjoy the Lakes.

The Inn at Grasmere is part and parcel of the historic village. With breath taking views in a central location, the Inn provides visitors with easy access to the Lakes District in a luxurious setting.

Ancient traditions and modern comfort come together in The Inn at Grasmere, the heart of Grasmere.

Your home away from home.

Our Inn has stylish rooms and a on site Wellness Centre which features a sauna, relaxation room and heated swimming pool.

Limited car parking is available on site free of charge. We also have parking at our sister hotel a 2 minute walk away providing us with ample parking.

All of our rooms at The Inn At Grasmere are newly refurbished with new carpets, deco, beds, bathrooms, also have free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, as well as a power shower/bath, luxury Bath House toiletries and lots of luxury touches.

1769 Bar & Restaurant features a traditional menu of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with the hotel's Lakeland Bar & Restaurant offering a selection of real ales and bar meals. We also have a delightful Courtyard where you can unwind and enjoy the beautiful scenery inside or out.

The Inn at Grasmere is set in the centre of the village, with walking and hiking routes right on the property's doorstep.

The hotel is situated in a prime location for easy access to neighbouring locations and a bus stop is conveniently located across the road from the property. Ambleside is 6.9 km away, while Keswick is 20 km away.