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Lake District HotelsDiscover the lakes tries to bring you the best Lake District hotels in whatever budget you choose. We have hotels from a basic standard up to the most luxurious 5 star hotels. This category brings all the hotels in one section.If you are searching for a Lake District boutique hotel, luxury hotel or family friendly hotel please use the navigation menu on the left hand side of the page. You can also search by town/village if you have an idea of where you want to go. Hotel accommodation has improved dramatically over the years we have been running this site and the Lakes remains good value and of course there are hotels in stunning locations overlooking the lakes themselves with panoramic views. We try to personally visit as many hotels as possible and our comments can be found at the bottom of the individual hotel pages in the "in our view" section. If we have given the hotel a positive review then it means we like it and you will too! Featured Lake District Hotels
What better way to experience the Lakes and all of its glory than to stay in Lake District Hotels. There is a varied selection of different styles of Hotels to choose from ranging from small family friendly hotels to unique boutique hotels that offer that special touch. Lake District family hotels are experienced in knowing what is needed to enjoy that family holiday that sometimes can be fraught and difficult. Many of the family hotels are run by families themselves, which helps them understand what you need in a home from home setting, such as comfortable beds, cots and highchairs. Children’s menus are readily available in most family run hotels as that little person’s happiness is what can make or break a family holiday. Lake District Boutique hotels are defined by that extra something. They are for that visitor who expects something more than a standard hotel bedroom and service. Most boutique lake district hotels boast flat screen televisions, Wi-Fi access, IPod docking and 5 star services. Some of the best food by the best chefs in the region is available in boutique hotels. The bedrooms themselves have a designers touch with everything someone away from home would cherish. At the top end of the market is the Luxury Hotel. You can stay in a manor house, country house or modern hotel. They may be different in style but what they offer is exceptional bedrooms kitted out with king-size and queen size beds with luxurious bedding. Luxury robes and toiletries are standard as well as flat screen televisions and WI-FI connections. Many Luxury Lake District hotels offer suites with added luxuries of whirlpools and Jacuzzi baths. Dining will be an experience not to be forgotten with some of the most outstanding chefs available to prepare your food. Facilities within the hotel will include Spa treatments and beauticians helping you relax on your break. Lake District hotels are an excellent place to spend that special day in your life such as your wedding day. Many hotels would be able to meet the capacity of a large wedding party. Why not stay in the area and book into a Lake District boutique hotel or a Lake District luxury hotel to spend your honeymoon. The views and scenery are picturesque and the area is an excellent place for that romantic walk in the evening. The Lakes is an excellent place to spend a few days or even your summer holidays. Lake District hotels will not disappoint, they are relaxing and charming. Hospitality is key to the Lakes and many happy contented visitors are welcomed back yearly to the Lake District. Lake District Hotels – Things you should consider before booking your lake district hotel There are hundreds of lake district hotels, ranging from small 17th century coaching inns to large, modern establishments. We take a look at the things you need to take into account before you choose a hotel. The Lakes lies surprisingly close to the North Western coast of England and consists of mountainous areas and valleys separating one community from another. What looks like a small distance on a map can be a two hour journey in a car and a full days outing on a bus. So it's important to take geography and transport into account when choosing your Lake District hotel. Location is the next big factor, would you prefer peace and solitude or the hustle and bustle of the major tourist hot spots?. The timing of your visit will also have a bearing on the location you choose as getting around can be difficult during peak periods. Having chosen your location based on the above factors, you can now narrow down your choice of Lake District hotel based on its style and reputation, facilities and choice of restaurants. Transport: If you are travelling to and around the lake district by car, you'll have maximum choice in regard to the location of your hotel. If however you're arriving on public transport a central location should be chosen with Windermere being recommended in particular as it has rail as well as bus links. Location: After transport considerations your choice of location comes next. If you are looking for a very relaxed holiday, choosing an area that still provides the full lake district experience, yet is less popular than the tourist hotspots, will be perfect for you. Even though the Lake District attracts an annual 15 million visitors, there are still areas where you can go walking for a day and not see another soul. Recommended areas are: The whole of the western side of the Lakes; if you imagine a vertical line joining Broughton in Furness with Bassenthwaite, anywhere to the left of the line is for you. Recommended locations in the western lake district include: the villages of Broughton in Furness in the south and Buttermere and Cockermouth in the north and the valleys of Wasdale and Eskdale. In the North East of the Lake District, the areas around Shap and Pooley Bridge will provide you with equal solitude. Be aware that facilities and transport links in these remoter parts will be less readily available than in the main tourist areas. This means that the types of activity you enjoy are likely to be related to the outdoors. You can always take a day trip to one of the popular lake district towns to add a little variety to your stay. If on the otherhand you are looking for livelier locations, Bowness on Windermere, Ambleside, Keswick and Kendal should be on your shortlist. The Langdale valley is also very popular with walkers. Lake District hotels in the quieter areas are likely to double up as the local public house, so don't expect five star luxury. You'll find similar accommodation available in the busier areas too, but will also have the choice of Luxury hotels with Michelin starred restaurants. Time of Year:
Like most tourist destinations the Lake District has peak seasons for tourism. School Holidays and Bank Holidays are always popular as are most of the summer months plus Christmas and New Year. During these peak periods lake district hotel prices increase and availability decreases. getting around can also be difficult as the narrow coutry roads get clogged up with traffic. My recommendations are to visit either at Easter, or in September/October. The weather is usually better than in the summer months (if a little colder), and both traffic and hotel prices reduce considerably. |
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