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Cheap Hotels in Waterhead

A lakeside town with a dock, boats, and a large building with a green roof.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by various trees and shrubs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a mountainous backdrop.

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

Ambleside

$146

$175 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A stone building with a small patio area featuring a table and two chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, two patterned armchairs, a small table with two cups, and a view of greenery through large windows.

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Ambleside

$135

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A riverside hotel with outdoor seating, a dock, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A cozy seating area with a view of a lake and boats, featuring a table with a menu and a chair.

A lakeside restaurant with outdoor seating and a view of boats on the water.

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

Ambleside

$157

$189 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a dining table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Hideaway Suite

Ambleside

$180

$216 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a patterned floor.

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Ambleside

$157

$189 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A dining area with a table set for four, a sofa, a fireplace, and a window with patterned curtains.

A staircase with a wooden door at the top, a radiator, and a white toilet.

A dining area with a table set for four, a brown leather bench, and a brown leather sofa with a patterned pillow.

Waterhead Cottage

Ambleside

$736

$883 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern dining area with a large table, chairs, and a view through glass doors.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with light-colored chairs, and a staircase with wooden steps.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a wicker table with a plant, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern house with a stone exterior, a large patio with a dining area, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

Barakat Lakes Escape

Ambleside

$684

$1,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A dining area with a large table, chairs, and a view through the glass doors.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden stools, pendant lights, and large windows with a view of greenery.

A house with a stone exterior, a large patio with a table and chairs, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Barakat Lakes Escape

Ambleside

$717

$1,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A room with a large bay window overlooking a lake, two leather chairs, a wooden table, and a banner advertising a lakeside restaurant.

A marina with several boats docked at the pier.

A lakeside restaurant with outdoor seating and a flag indicating its name.

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Ambleside

$49

$58 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A residential area with a view of a lake, a green hill, and terraced houses in the background.

A dining area with a table set for four, a view of a balcony, and a radiator on the wall.

A pier with boats docked, a sign indicating 'Pier 2', and a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, a painting, and a ceiling light.

Waterhead Retreat

Ambleside

$582

$699 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A stone building with a green roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and blue hydrangea bushes.

A neatly made bed with a white and beige bedspread, two pillows, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A stone building with multiple windows, a door, and visible electrical conduits.

A living room with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV stand with a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

Sethera

Ambleside

$638

$766 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

A stone building with a sign reading "The Bay Cottage".

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a built-in bench with grey cushions.

The Bay Cottage

Ambleside

$676

$811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

Ambleside

$122

$146 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

A neatly made bed with rolled towels, two bedside lamps, and a dark pillow.

A stone building with a green sign reading "Rothay Gardens Residents Car Park Telephone 01539 4".

A room with a bay window, a dining table with chairs, a leather armchair, and a cabinet.

Rothay Garth

Ambleside

$100

$120 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

Three dogs in a doorway with a red ribbon, and people in the background.

A stone building with multiple windows and a sign reading "The Temperance Inn".

A traditional village with stone buildings, a church, and a pub with outdoor seating.

The Temperance Inn, Ambleside. The Inn Collection Group

Ambleside Town Centre

$130

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A pool with a view of a lake and mountains, surrounded by trees and wooden deck chairs.

A balcony with a table, a chair, a bottle of champagne, and a glass of wine.

A modern lounge with sofas and ottomans, large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A room with a bed, two chairs, and a table with a vase. It has a large window with a view of a lake and mountains.

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Windermere

$162

$195 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

A house with a driveway leading to a gated entrance, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

An outdoor patio with a round table and white chairs, a gazebo in the background, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a wooden wardrobe.

Briery Wood Country House Hotel

Windermere

$132

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and framed artwork on the walls.

A historic building with a prominent tower and multiple gabled roofs.

A guest house named Melrose with a signboard, a bay window with hanging flowers, and outdoor seating.

Melrose Guest House

Ambleside Town Centre

A bottle of Prosecco and two glasses of wine on a wooden table near a fountain.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a red armchair, a checkered sofa, a small table with a cup and saucer, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern room with large windows, a grey sofa, a round table, and wicker chairs.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a cozy seating area.

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

Ambleside Town Centre

$210

$252 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden chairs, a wicker basket, and a caution sign.

A bar area with wooden bar counter, stone flooring, and a stone wall in the background.

A wooden door with a sign reading "BOWFELL 295ft." and a bed with white bedding and pillows.

A staircase with a sign reading "Residents only" and a wooden handrail.

Queens Head Hotel

Windermere

$140

$168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top landmarks in Waterhead

Ambleside Pier

9.2/10 (155 reviews)

Imagine strolling along Ambleside Pier for some great waterfront pics when in the heart of Waterhead. Waterhead has other activities you might want to enjoy such as Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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Borrans Park

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, then make a stop at Borrans Park in the heart of Lakes. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Holehird Gardens and Tarn Hows, both nearby.

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Ambleside Roman Fort

Ambleside Roman Fort is in the heart of Waterhead, so why not stop by during your stay.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best cheap hotels in Waterhead?

For a cheap hotel in Waterhead with glowing reviews, consider YHA Ambleside - Hostel, which features free WiFi, laundry facilities and a bar.

Can I stay in a hostel in Waterhead?

Hostels can be a less expensive alternative to Waterhead hotels, as you can stay in a shared dormitory. There is 1 hostel in Waterhead. YHA Ambleside - Hostel offers free WiFi in public areas and a restaurant.

What are the best cheap things to do in Waterhead?

Sightseeing doesn't have to be expensive. For some things to do in Waterhead, explore and snap photos of landmarks like Lake Windermere or Borrans Park.