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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

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Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; British cuisine
Classic Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception
Classic Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, dressing gowns, slippers, towels

Overview of Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
9.6/10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
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Crook Road - Windermere, English Lake District, Windermere, England, LA23 3NE

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationWindermere Golf Club12 min walk
  • Popular LocationWorld of Beatrix Potter4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBowness Pier5 min drive
  • AirportBarrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)60 min drive

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About this area

Windermere

Located in Windermere, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is in the historical district and near a train station. Lake District National Park and Yorkshire Dales National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Raw War Paintball and Treetop Trek. Holehird Gardens and Kendal Museum are also worth visiting. Sailing and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Windermere Golf Club - 12 min walk
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 4 min drive
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive
  • Bowness Pier - 5 min drive
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Staveley Station - 7 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Magic Roundabout - 5 min drive
  • Brysons Tea Rooms - 5 min drive
  • The Cornish Bakery - 5 min drive
  • Bodega - 4 min drive
  • The Village Inn & Restaurant - 4 min drive

About this property

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

5-star luxury hotel near Lake District National Park
A terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a massage or a body treatment. Enjoy British cuisine and more at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Access to a nearby health club, tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 31 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as 24-hour room service and dressing gowns, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews speak well of the spacious rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Mini fridges and irons/ironing boards
  • Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.
The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Czech, English, French, German, Italian, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8 AM–10:30 AM: GBP 25.00 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Hrishi
  • Gilpin Spice 2AA Rosettes

Things to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Access to nearby indoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in reception

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Living plant wall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Portable fan

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

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Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
WiFi is limited to 3 GB of data per room, per stay. A surcharge applies for additional usage.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 10 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 80.00 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 25.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 80.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 10 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gilpin Hotel & Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

As of 1 Jun 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House on 14 Jun 2023 start from €352.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM - midnight.

What time is check-out at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Gilpin Hotel & Lake House located?

Situated in the historical district, this luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lyth Valley and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Windermere. Windermere Golf Club and World of Beatrix Potter are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Reviews

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 96 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 85%
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 96 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 8%
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 96 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 4%
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 1%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 96 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 1%

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.5/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

adrian, Winchester

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was impeccable. The staff, especially, were always on hand, helpful and very friendly. If you want a treat, good food, comfort, beautiful rooms, the Gilpin is the place to stay. Not cheap, but still worth every penny as you certainly get what you pay for.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect!
Beautiful hotel & top class restaurant, can't fault it. Thoroughly enjoyable visit, perfect for that special occasion!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Art

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff, the accommodations were wonderful. The food and service at both restaurants world class.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

A R

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Sarah Louise

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Dionne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Underwhelming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gilpin
Very peaceful location a few miles outside Windermere. 2 Michelin starred restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022