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The Heart of the Lakes,
a stone’s throw from
everywhere

Welcome to Lakes Hotel & Spa

One of the largest Lake District Hotels, located in the best village to discover the beautiful Lake District, with the most exciting variety of experiences on your door step and views of Lake Windermere, just a short stroll from the bustling village centre of Bowness-on-Windermere and the boats that travel the length of Windermere, making it easy to visit Ambleside, Brockhole, Wray Castle and Lakeside without a car.

Hire a bike, boat or paddle board, visit museums, eat at Michelin star restaurants, or just relax in one of the most unique spas in the Lake District.

Cosy rooms and stunning suites to simple exterior rooms

We have 22 different room types from snug rooms to cosy double rooms to doubles all the way up to the Penthouse Suite, 41 of the rooms have hot tubs on private balconies. The exterior rooms and apartments are simple for two or four guests and are based in the spa building not in the main hotel, they are not as luxurious as the main hotel but have the advantage of a separate seating area and some have small kitchenettes.

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Elemis at the Lakes Hotel & Spa

Enjoy one of our fabulously indulgent treatments then head down to one of the most unique spas in the Lake District.

Relax by the poolside, in the sauna, the steam room or in one of our two feature hot tubs with a glass of prosecco from our poolside bar.

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Relax with a Prosecco in our stylish Spa

Our spa has a poolside bar so you can enjoy anything from a soft drink to a cocktail while you enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.

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Mizumi at Lakes Hotel & Spa

Mizumi our Asian fusion restaurant puts a twist on Asian dishes.

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Unwind at our pub, with traditional food & real ales

Our pub is situated in the entrance to the spa so don’t be surprised to find guests eating in dressing gowns. The traditional pub has a pool table, is family friendly and welcomes dogs.

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Cocktail Bar & Lakes Terrace

After a long day exploring and enjoying our spa, enjoy a signature cocktail in our Cocktail Bar and a meal in the Lakes Terrace.

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Walk to the fells straight from the hotel gates

Ask our concierge for the many walks in the surrounding area that range from easy strolls to extreme routes on the wainrights

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Weddings

Combining many years of experience with our stunning venue, elegant function room, personal service and you have the perfect venue for your magical wedding day, where dreams become reality. Uniquely in the lake district we offer separate rooms for your ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast, all of which can accommodate intimate weddings of 2 up to grand affairs of 100.

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Surf Windermere

Wakesurfing is riding the wave at 10 mph created by a special boat on a surfboard, not to be mistaken for Wakeboarding. Under professional guidance you will only need a short rope to get out of the water and surf the endless wave. Please note that this is only available from May to September.

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Bike Hire

Hire a bike, cross the ferry and cycle the beautiful lake shore and beyond.

Stocking electric and manual mountain bikes for you to hire and begin cycling straight from our doorstep.

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Bowness on Windermere the most vibrant village in the lakes

Bowness is the only village on Lake Windermere and is full of amazing bars, quality restaurants and a large selection of shops, there is something for everyone.

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The best place to start your adventure

Things to do straight from the hotel gates; discover the views of Windermere on one of our planned walks or bike rides. Take a self-drive motorboat or hop on and off a Lake Cruiser stopping at Brockhole with its tree top treks, The Windermere Jetty Museum, with boats, steamers and stories. Lakeside Aquarium and Haverthwaite Railway or just stroll around Ambleside with its cafés and shops.

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Bentley Chauffeuring

With everything on your doorstep leave your car at home and be collected from Windermere Train Station. The Bentley is chargeable for longer trips but if it’s free just ask the concierge and we will drop you into town complimentary.

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Parking

Safe private parking is available with staff on site 24 hours a day. We can have our fair share of fabulous cars in the car park so if you have a special car, please mention it while booking and we will reserve a place near the front of the hotel.

Parking is £12.00 per day, however if you have booked your accommodation direct with the hotel reservations team or at www.lakeshotel.co.uk, parking is free of charge.

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Welcome to
Lakes Hotel & Spa

One of the largest Lake District Hotel’s, located in the best village to discover the beautiful Lake District, with the most exciting variety of experiences on your doorstep and views of Lake Windermere, just a short stroll from the bustling village centre of Bowness-on-Windermere and the boats that travel the length of Windermere, making it easy to visit Ambleside, Brockhole, Wray Castle and Lakeside without a car.

Hire a bike, boat or paddle board, visit museums, eat at Michelin star restaurants, or just relax in one of the most unique spas in the Lake District. The Hotel is a self-assessed 5-star hotel. The rating represents the opinion of the amenities and services of the Hotel itself compared with other local hotels.  Please see the Terms and Conditions for more information.

Cosy rooms,
stunning suites &
simple exterior rooms,
something for everyone

at the Lakes Spa

Enjoy one of our fabulously indulgent treatments then head down to one of the most unique spas in the Lake District.

Relax by the poolside, in the sauna, the steam room or in one of our two feature hot tubs with a glass of prosecco from our poolside bar.

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Relax with a Prosecco
in our stylish
Lake District Spa

Mizumi at
Lakes Hotel & Spa

Mizumi our Asian fusion restaurant puts a twist on Asian dishes blending aspects of several nations.

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Unwind at our pub,
with traditional food
& real ales

Cocktail Bar & Lakes Terrace

After a long day exploring and enjoying our spa, enjoy a signature cocktail in our Cocktail Bar and a meal in the Lakes Terrace.

Discover
Walk the fells straight from the hotel gates with one of our planned walks

Weddings

Combining many years of experience with our stunning venue, elegant function room, personal service and you have the perfect venue for your magical wedding day, where dreams become reality. Uniquely in the lake district we offer separate rooms for your ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast, all of which can accommodate intimate weddings of 2 up to grand affairs of 100.stroll into the spa for a glass of prosecco. Apartments and exterior rooms range from small but cosy open plan rooms sleeping two guests to unique two-bedroom apartments over two levels sleeping four guests, some with limited head height, all with separate seating area.

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Learn to wake surf at the Lakes Hotel & Spa

Bike Hire at the
Lakes Hotel & Spa

Hire a bike, cross the ferry and cycle the beautiful lake shore and beyond.

Stocking electric and manual mountain bikes for you to hire and begin cycling straight from our doorstep.

Discover activites
The most vibrant village with the largest selection of shops, bars and restaurants

The best place to start your adventure

Things to do straight from the hotel gates; discover the views of Windermere on one of our planned walks or bike rides.

Take a self-drive motorboat or hop on and off a Lake Cruiser stopping at Brockhole with its tree top treks, The Windermere Jetty Museum, with boats, steamers and stories. Lakeside Aquarium and Haverthwaite Railway or just stroll around Ambleside with its cafés and shops.

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Everything’s on your doorstep,
leave the car & be collected from Windermere train station

Parking

Safe private parking is available within the grounds of the hotel, with staff on duty day and night. We have our fair share of fabulous cars in the car park, if you have a special car, please mention it while booking and we will reserve a place near the front of the hotel.

Parking is £12.00 per day, however if you have booked your accommodation direct with the hotel reservations team or at www.lakeshotel.co.uk, parking is free of charge.

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