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The 10 Best Inns in Bowness-on-Windermere, UK

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This hotel is situated in the centre of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, just 2 minutes’ walk from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Wi-Fi is free in public areas.

Rooms at Churchills Inn & Rooms are clean and functional, with private bathrooms and facilities for making tea and coffee. Some also offer picturesque views

The room is a bit cramped but the facilities were perfect and we had a great two days there. It was very close to the boat pier and easy to eat.

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9.1
Wonderful
343 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Situated 100 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, The Angel Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers 4-star accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere and has a garden, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 42 km from Askham Hall, the inn with free WiFi is also 49 km away from Trough of Bowland. The property is non-smoking and is located 38 km from Derwentwater.

Very nice and friendly staff. Housekeeper was especially nice, but the entire staff was excellent. Beautiful view of the area. Nice restaurant and bar. Good food and drink selections. Good location in the town.

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8.3
Very Good
1,543 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

Situated in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Royal Oak Inn offers a traditional Inn, which has been family run since 1995.

The Royal Oak Inn offers cosy rooms above the public bar with free Wi-Fi, TV, radio alarm clock and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms are en-suite and some have a separate bathroom.

Beautiful pub in a gorgeous village

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8.7
Excellent
1,134 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Set 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, The Westmorland Inn offers 3-star accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere and features a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 43 km from Askham Hall, the inn with free WiFi is also 49 km away from Trough of Bowland. The property is non-smoking and is situated 38 km from Derwentwater.

Service was outstanding. They managed to organize 1 extra room due to some last minute changes and kids traveling with us. Big thanks!

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8
Very Good
855 reviews

Oakbank at The Angel Inn is situated in the centre of Bowness overlooking Lake Windermere. There is free parking, a guest lounge and an a la carte breakfast on offer.

All of the rooms are individually styled and several have lake views. They all benefit from WiFi, complimentary beverage tray and hairdryers.

Staff was amazing. Location was very convenient.

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8.4
Very Good
245 reviews
Price from
£109
per night

The Wild boar is a former coaching inn, named after the legend of Richard de Gilpin, who bravely fought a wild boar nearby. The individually designed rooms are all en suite and have a TV. Some rooms feature copper baths or log burners.

Our room was beautiful, bed was very comfortable...pillows too! Enjoyed a lovely meal at your restaurant It poured with rain on our second day, so we stayed in by the fire, the staff and other visitors made it a fun afternoon even though we stayed inside

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8.1
Very Good
561 reviews
Price from
£137.10
per night

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Bowness centre, The Stags Head Hotel offers cooked breakfasts, free local leisure passes and home-cooked food in the traditional pub restaurant.

All of the rooms have en suite facilities, and feature a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Breakfast location and suite was top class

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7.3
Good
1,477 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

This traditional Lake District inn is set in the quiet village of Far Sawrey. Just 1 mile from Lake Windemere, and surrounded by wildlife and countryside that inspired Beatrix Potter on nearby Hill Top Farm, this hotel offers cosy, refurbished accommodation, hearty food, local ales, and open fires.

Beautiful setting, lovely restaurant, hardworking staff

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8.5
Very Good
1,084 reviews
Price from
£80.50
per night

Located in Winster, 5.2 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Brown Horse Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 43 km of Derwentwater. The accommodation features room service and a concierge service for guests.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The place was spotlessly clean and the beds were very comfy. We looked for somewhere to stay outside of the villages and the Inn was ideally located on a quiet road with central easy access to all the lakes and nearby shops and necessities. We also had a delicious dinner at the Inn and the Guiness on tap was excellent! The room was well stocked with tea/coffee etc. Lots of easy parking.

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8.9
Excellent
435 reviews
Price from
£115.50
per night

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, The Watermill Inn & Brewery offers pet-friendly accommodation in Windermere, 31 km from Keswick. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and visit take a tour of the micro-brewery. Free private parking is available on site.

Staff couldn't do enough for you and I liked that we could have a table saved every evening for food.. food was delicious and home cooked. Very dog friendly.

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8.7
Excellent
696 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

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Inns That Guests Love in Bowness-on-Windermere

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 342 reviews
    My girls and I loved our stay at Elim Bank Guest House. Our hosts Adam and Symmoane were absolutely amazing, friendly and super hospitable. The accommodation was a short walk to town, quiet, and an exceptionally comfortable place to stay. A home away from home. We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast, especially the yogurt with berry compote (we will miss having this for breakfast every morning).
    Suzana
    Group
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews
    Well equipped kitchen with everything you need to make lunch/dinner. Little details such as cookbooks and board games for guests. The view from the bedrooms was great.
    Baron
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £238.48
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,131 reviews
    Beautiful property with Beatrix Potter memorabilia everywhere, even the whimsical carpet. Lovely gardens with a fawn visible at breakfast time. Excellent dinner & breakfast. Easy walk into the village.
    Lynda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £100
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 855 reviews
    Check in was a pleasant experience due to the friendly and helpful attitude of Carl. Great location. Having a bar and restaurant downstairs (that you can't hear upstairs) - marvellous. I didn't catch their names, but the two room attendants were super friendly. Bottled water and Yorkshire T- bags in the room - a winner ! All in all a very enjoyable stay - thank you.
    Leslie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £80
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 560 reviews
    Excellent guest house, comfortable room, friendly staff and fantastic location
    Tammy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £319.50
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 327 reviews
    Superb hotel, friendly staff, gorgeous rooms and grounds. We had a lake view room and it was lovely. Breakfast and dinner were both fantastic. We will definitely be returning.
    Lesley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £145
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,543 reviews
    Clean and comfortable room. Was given a room at the annex. The room was on the 3rd floor with a lovely view of the town and the lake. Good breakfast at the inn’s pub/ Restarting . Loved the pub/ restaurant, very nice interiors.
    Carolyn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £145
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,543 reviews
    The breakfast was lovely, continental mixed with ordering got food. Location was excellent! In the center of bowness- very quick to walk to Windermere lake and all the surrounding it has to offer. The views were incredible from the the Angel Inn. Stayed in a family annexe across the road from the Angel Inn- room was fairly big and had bunk beds in the room which my daughter loved! She didn't end up sleeping in them, but the main bed was big enough to fit us three in comfortably.
    Victoria
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £216.20
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,162 reviews
    A lovely hotel, with helpful friendly staff in a great location, the room was wonderful and the food breakfast and dinner was delicious
    Duncan
    Solo traveler
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 747 reviews
    Location was ideal, guest house was lovely, food was very nice
    john
    Young couple