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The hotel is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of England - the Lake District, known for its breathtaking landscapes of lakes, mountains, and quaint villages. The hotel's location offers easy access to many walking trails and scenic drives, perfect for guests wishing to explore the English countryside. On-site, guests can indulge in fine dining at the hotel's Michelin starred restaurant, HRiSHi, which combines the best of British classic dishes with an Asian twist, or enjoy a more casual dining experience at Gilpin Spice with pan-Asian tapas. Also, they can relax at the spa facilities which include a salt snug, aromatherapy suite, and Swedish-style sauna. Beyond the hotel's premises, outdoor activities such as sailing on Lake Windermere, climbing the fells, or simply enjoying the stunning views and wildlife of the area are readily available. Visits to nearby attractions such as the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Wordsworth's Dove Cottage, and the scenic villages of Grasmere and Ambleside offer enriching cultural experiences. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, with its luxurious facilities, intimate atmosphere, and spectacular natural setting, provides a quintessential Lake District experience.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 547 feet / 166.8 metres above sea level
Windermere Beach
Near Windermere - a shingle composition 2 miles away. This is not your traditional beach, but known to locals as Windermere Beach, an inland freshwater beach backed by flat grassy land on the lake. A good spot to have a picnic and relax when the weather permits
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
Car Electric Charge Point
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Spa services or Sauna
Concierge Services
Business Services
Garden
Outside Seating
24-Hour Front Desk
Room Service
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
Children older than 7
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Disabled Facilities
Spa services or Sauna
Concierge Services
Business Services
Garden
Outside Seating
24-Hour Front Desk
Room Service
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
Children older than 7
Facilities Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Water Sports
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
22.1 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
40.7 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 37 Kendal, Sedbergh
10.5 miles M6 Junction 36
Skipton, Kirkby Lonsdale east & Barrow, Kendal west
10.6 miles M6 Junction 38
Kendal, Brough, Appleby
12.8 miles
Railway Stations
Windermere station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
1.9 miles Staveley
station code = SVL
LA8 9NB
2.9 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Bowness-on-Windermere
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Windermere Golf Club -
LA23 3NB
SD 41938 96231
= spoons.spindles.backpack Hotels nearby. 9 minutes walk
LA23 3NB
SD 41938 96231
= spoons.spindles.backpack Hotels nearby.
An 18 hole course in the heart of the beautiful Lake district with practice area, bar and restaurant - visitors welcome
0.6m / 1km -
Windermere Steamboat Museum -
LA23 1BN
SD 40213 97626
= clays.tasks.hitters Hotels nearby. 29 minutes walk
LA23 1BN
SD 40213 97626
= clays.tasks.hitters Hotels nearby.
A boat museum on the shores of windermere , reopened in Mar29 after a long period of closure - with a selection of working steam boats, and other local craft all relevent to the area plus a large undercover display and café
2m / 3.2km -
The World Of Beatrix Potter -
LA23 3BX
SD 40350 96987
= slicer.relaxed.elections Hotels nearby. 25 minutes walk
LA23 3BX
SD 40350 96987
= slicer.relaxed.elections Hotels nearby.
A tourist attraction in Bowness-on-Windermere with re-creations of of your favorite characters, via a self guided walk through the attraction, with a shops and tea rooms
1.7m / 2.7km -
Beckside Golf Course -
LA8 8LE
SD 45792 93859
= runways.gear.winds Hotels nearby. 33 minutes walk
LA8 8LE
SD 45792 93859
= runways.gear.winds Hotels nearby.
A 9 hole undulating course over 4220 yards
2.2m / 3.5km -
The Old Laundry Theatre -
LA23 3BX
SD 40365 97033
= fattest.trial.trackers Hotels nearby. 26 minutes walk
LA23 3BX
SD 40365 97033
= fattest.trial.trackers Hotels nearby.
A small intimate theatre with top class acts including theatre, musicals, comedy , film screening and more - see the events calendar for more
1.7m / 2.7km -
Lake Windermere -
LA23 3HE
SD 39385 97204
= livid.rejoiced.sending Hotels nearby. 35 minutes walk
LA23 3HE
SD 39385 97204
= livid.rejoiced.sending Hotels nearby.
Windermere is the largest natural lake in England, just over 11 miles long with several popular lakeland towns on its shores
2.3m / 3.7km -
Windermere Lake Cruises -
LA23 3HQ
SD 40127 96757
= ferrying.volcano.eyeliner Hotels nearby. 27 minutes walk
LA23 3HQ
SD 40127 96757
= ferrying.volcano.eyeliner Hotels nearby.
Lake tours stopping at several ferry landing points on the lake, a great way to combine a lake cruise with part of a longer walk to areas you may not normally see
1.8m / 2.9km -
Orrest Head -
LA23 1AP
SD 41422 99360
= sour.equipping.flash Hotels nearby.
2.3m / 3.7km - 35 minutes walk
LA23 1AP
SD 41422 99360
= sour.equipping.flash Hotels nearby.
A fell north of Windermere, notable for being the first fell Alfred Wainwright climbed. The summit gives good panoramic views of a number of fells some distance away. The walk to the summit is not that far from Windermere
Elevation = 238 Meters / 780.8 Feet2.3m / 3.7km -
Blackwell Arts and Craft House -
LA23 3JT
SD 40163 94592
= materials.dads.roving Hotels nearby. 28 minutes walk
LA23 3JT
SD 40163 94592
= materials.dads.roving Hotels nearby.
A large property and arts & Crafts historic house with tea rooms and craft shop
1.9m / 3.1km -
Claife Viewing Station -
LA22 0LW
SV 0
= sharpens.laughs.tile Hotels nearby. 38 minutes walk
LA22 0LW
SV 0
= sharpens.laughs.tile Hotels nearby.
Located on the west side of lake Windermere follow a wooded path uphill to a semi ruined building, positioned atop a rocky outcrop for fine views over Lake Windermere
2.5m / 4km - View more hotels nearby with distances
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Fellview Guest House - Bowness-on-Windermere - 1.51
Windermere Studio Rooms - Windermere - 1.51
Hillthwaite House Hotel - Windermere - 1.51
Fair Rigg - Bowness-on-Windermere - 1.51
Brooklands - Guest house - Windermere - 1.53
Craigholme - Windermere - 1.54
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Hotel?
The Windermere Beach is 2 miles from this Hotel. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions