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Keswick Park Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (393)
"Had a great night sleep! Room was very spacious and clean, bed was comfortable. Staff were very welcoming both at check in time and at breakfast. We had a very pleasant stay."
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Keswick Park Hotel

Craglands Guest House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (249)
"Clean. Very easy self check in. V good breakfast. "
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Craglands Guest House

The Britannia Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (72)
"Fantastic lovely pub great service excellent food very comfortable stay great hosts"
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
The Britannia Inn

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264)
"Really nice property and staff, really good for local amenities."
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (311)
"Beautiful building, great food in the restaurant, delightful location."
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (502)
"We enjoyed the excellent location and view from the hotel as well as the good quality breakfasts and on two nights evening meals in the Waterhead Inn bar which is part of the whole package."
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (397)
"A very quiet peaceful break away food was very good the staff were friendly and welcoming. Located right on the lake so views were amazing lovely clean room would highly recommend a visit."
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

Romney 17

2.0 star property
Romney 17

The Bay Cottage

2.0 star property
The Bay Cottage

High Borrans

2.5 star property
High Borrans

No 7

2.0 star property
No 7

Waterhead Retreat

2.5 star property
Waterhead Retreat

Romney 22

3.0 star property
Romney 22

Sethera

3.5 star property
Sethera

Waterhead Cottage

3.5 star property
The price is €711
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Waterhead Cottage

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (191)
"Excellent place to stay "
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Rothay Garth

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273)
"Prefect location with free parking, excellent breakfast, definitely book again, thanks."
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Rothay Garth

Glaramara Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (173)
"Gorgeous hotel in stunning location. Very clean. Would definitely go back."
The price is €189
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Glaramara Hotel

The Sun

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (214)
"Food was very good room was nice bar was great good atmosphere."
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
The Sun

The Hideaway at Windermere

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (341)
"Everything was excellent,owners very nice & friendly. Breakfast was superb!"
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
The Hideaway at Windermere
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Where is the best place for a stay in Waterhead?

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Lake Windermere, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices based on traveller reviews include YHA Ambleside - Hostel and Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Waterhead.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Waterhead has to offer?

Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District: This holiday home rental outside of Waterhead offers a fireplace, a garden and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Waterhead.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterhead, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Waterhead.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Waterhead?

Based on our traveller reviews, YHA Ambleside - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Waterhead.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Waterhead?

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn and The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group are other good options for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Waterhead.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Waterhead?

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn is a top dog-friendly inn and offers free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group and The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Waterhead.

What are some hotels with pools in Waterhead?

Lakeside Hotel & Spa: Hotel, 3-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Features a children's pool, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa and Lakes Hotel and Spa are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Waterhead.

What's it like to stay in Waterhead?

Travellers to Waterhead give high marks for the lakeside setting and top-notch restaurants. Welcoming and walkable, this city attracts tourists with its bars and local tours. A top sight in the city is Lake Windermere. In Waterhead, there are 67 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Waterhead.

What are the top places to visit in Waterhead?

The picturesque setting of Lake Windermere and Borrans Park exemplify the area's natural beauty. Boating is a great activity, and Ambleside Pier is one place to visit. You'll also find Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and Rydal Mount in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Waterhead guide.

What's the weather like in Waterhead?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Waterhead is 1552 mm.