A serene landscape with a pond, lush green fields, and a mountain range in the background.

Hotels in Elterwater

Q: What accommodations do travelers recommend in Elterwater?

Guests like Beech Hill Hotel & Spa , Lakes Hotel and Spa and Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa .

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A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a stone wall and a white building with a traditional design.

1. The Britannia Inn

Ambleside

$192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A large stone building with a covered patio area, featuring multiple windows and a chimney.

2. YHA Langdale - Hostel

Ambleside

$52 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A cozy room with a view of a stone building and mountains. There is a wooden table and two chairs with cushions.

3. Woodloft Cottage

Ambleside

$777 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a television, and a window with curtains.

4. Pollys Cottage

Ambleside

$898 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A stone building with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a small garden area with a tree and shrubs.

5. St Giles

Ambleside

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a television, and a bookshelf.

6. Gunpowder Cottage

Ambleside

$1,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A wooden exterior with a stone wall and a metal staircase leading to a wooden deck.

7. Le Chalet

Ambleside

$2,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A stone building with multiple windows and a door.

8. Townfoot Cottage

Ambleside

A stone building with ivy-covered walls and multiple windows.

9. Victorian House

Ambleside

$138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A large stone building with multiple windows and a courtyard.

10. The Daffodil Hotel

Ambleside

$203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

11. Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

Ambleside

$142 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A stone fireplace with a lit fire, a metal bucket, and a wooden chair.

12. Traveller's Rest Inn

Ambleside

$110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A stone house with multiple windows and a large lawn.

13. New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Ambleside

$148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A well-maintained garden with outdoor seating, a staircase, and a variety of trees.

14. The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

Ambleside

$157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with views of greenery, and a wooden ceiling with a chandelier.

15. Rothay Garth

Ambleside

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hot tub with water jets, surrounded by large windows offering a view of a green landscape.

16. Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

Ambleside

$224 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A house with a pathway leading to it, surrounded by trees.

17. Briery Wood Country House Hotel

Windermere

$98 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A coastal town with a marina, houses, and green hills in the background.

18. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Ambleside

$157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A bar area with a Christmas decoration, a bartender, and a sign reading "TEMPERANCE".

19. The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group

Ambleside Town Centre

$144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a nightstand with drawers, a bedside table, a mirror, and a television on the wall.

20. Melrose Guest House

Ambleside Town Centre

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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The Britannia Inn

Ambleside

$192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Go beyond your typical stay in Elterwater

Top landmarks in Elterwater

Allan Bank

You might want to get your camera out and head to Allan Bank— just one of the landmarks located 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from central Elterwater.

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The region around Elterwater is home to attractions such as Allan Bank and Dove Cottage.

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Check out reviews of Elterwater hotels guests love

The Daffodil Hotel

Ambleside

10/10 Exceptional

Matt

Victorian House

Ambleside

10/10 Exceptional

Bonnie

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

Ambleside

10/10 Exceptional

Ian

Melrose Guest House

Ambleside Town Centre

10/10 Exceptional

Brian

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Ambleside

10/10 Exceptional

Alyse

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

Ambleside

10/10 Exceptional

Loved everything about our stay except that the bathroom was very small - hard to even dry off after a shower -- the space in the room was so tight. Parking was also challenging. Otherwise, lovely place with very pleasant staff. We were there during a heat wave, and a very nice staff person rounded up a fan for us. We were comfortable with the fan blowing on us all night (there is no AC but we didn't mind). The breakfast was excellent, including the vegetarian full English. Lovely outdoor...

Heather

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Ambleside

10/10 Exceptional

Olivia Lynn

The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group

Ambleside Town Centre

10/10 Exceptional

Neil

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a view of a lake with boats, and a brick wall.

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Ambleside

10/10 Exceptional

Anonymous traveler

A neatly made bed with two decorative pillows featuring a rabbit design, flanked by two bedside lamps.

The Hideaway at Windermere

Windermere

10/10 Exceptional

1. It is close to the train station and in a quiet and beautiful avenue. 2. The room is very clean! 3. The temperature of the room is very suitable and the bed is very comfortable. 4. The people of the hotel are very nice and provide us great helps, in particularly providing us the needles and threads when we need them urgently with various selections! 5. The breakfast is very delicious! 6. Keeping our luggage in the hotel are very easy! I do like the hospitality of this hotel and also I will...

Gao

Briery Wood Country House Hotel

Windermere

10/10 Exceptional

Anonymous traveler

Frequently Asked Questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Elterwater?

Guests like Beech Hill Hotel & Spa, Lakes Hotel and Spa and Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa.

Can I book refundable hotels in Elterwater?

If you need the flexibility to change your travel plans to Elterwater, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Elterwater if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?

Browse 7 vacation homes on our site. You can also consider one of the 15 cottages for your trip.

What will the weather in Elterwater be like during my trip?

July and August are typically the warmest months in Elterwater when the average temp is 52°F. February and January are the coldest months when the average temperature is 36°F. December and November are the months with the most rain.

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