Aphrodites Lodge

Whatever type of accommodation you are looking for in the Lake District you are likely to find it. From Lake District guest houses, hotels, b&b´s, cottages, yurts and camp sites, there is a vast range of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets.

Lake District hotels, and particularly Windermere hotels and guest houses offer some incredible facilities, including spa facilities, personal hot tubs, jacuzzi baths, four poster beds, stunning views and delicious local cuisine. Hotels in Windermere are well known for their excellent facilities and service.

Many Windermere hotels are situated close to the lake, and just a stone´s throw from all the amenities of Bowness Bay. Whether you want to take a boat trip on Windermere, enjoy the cafés, bars and restaurants in Bowness or take a stroll around the local countryside, you will not be disappointed if you choose to book into a Windermere hotel.

Bed and breakfast accommodation is also plentiful, and you will find a great choice of small guest houses close to the lake. If you want to go a bit more upmarket, book into a luxury hotel with spa facilities or a romantic hotel close to the lake. Windermere is the perfect getaway for couples looking for a romantic weekend, a midweek break or a longer holiday in one of England´s most beautiful regions.

Hot tub hotels have also gained great popularity over the past few years, and some hotels even have personal hot tubs, jacuzzi baths for two and flat screen TV´s in the bathroom. Whatever your budget, you will find a guest house or hotel to suit you in Windermere. Things to see and do in Windermere include: horse riding, boating, walking, farmers´ markets, museums, castles, galleries, exhibitions and some of the best places to eat, drink and make merry in Cumbria.

If you want to go a la carte in the Lake District, the region also boasts many Michelin starred restaurants, including: The Samling in Bowness and Holbeck Hill Country House Hotel in Windermere.

Accommodation in the Lake District is plentiful, and if you are planning a trip in summer, early booking is advised. Good weather in the Lake District is never guaranteed, but whatever time of year you visit, there are plenty of attractions to visit, many of them covered for those rainy days.

The Lake District inspired famous resident and poet, William Wordsworth, to write some of his most famous poems, including ´Daffodils´, and the stunning countryside is still attracting thousands of visitors each day. The fells and Windermere itself provide a stunning backdrop for visitors to the lakes, and there are plenty of things to do for all ages.

Luxury hotel accommodation includes 5 star hotels close to the lake, guest houses offer comfortable, clean accommodation in the heart of Bowness and spa hotels and hot tub  hotels allow guests to be pampered to within an inch of their lives.

Visitors can take a boat trip around Windermere, and hop on and off where they choose, splitting the trip with a stroll around the lake shore, a trip to the Lakes Aquarium or the Brockhole Visitor Centre. The Beatrix Potter Attraction is also based in Bowness, and is one of the most popular places to visit in the lakes.

If you are more adventurous, book into a themed hotel, a glamping campsite or even a yurt to make the most of this beautiful part of England. Spa  hotels and boutique hotels in Windermere offer every luxury from beauty treatments to full spa facilities and personal hot tubs on private patios and verandahs.

Visitors who want to book Windermere accommodation for a special occasion, such as a birthday, a wedding anniversary or a family celebration will be spoilt for choice when it comes to booking a hotel, a guest house or a bed and breakfast.

Many of the  hotels serve local cuisine, and themed rooms may include Edwardian, regency and Victorian décor to add to the Windermere experience. There is so much to do in this part of the world, and Windermere and Bowness are wonderful places to embrace the great outdoors, breathe in the fresh Lake District air and make the most of your hotel accommodation.

Windermere is easily accessible from Manchester Airport and from the M6 motorway, from the south. Visitors can find a wealth of great things to see and do when they arrive in Windermere and if they want to work out an itinerary before they travel, check out the tourist information office online, or ask for event details at your hotel in Windermere when you arrive.

Windermere is also a perfect place for weddings and honeymoons, and many hotels offer special rates and menus for wedding parties.

If you are travelling to Windermere this year, make the most of the wonderful attractions, the fabulous facilities and amenities close to your Windermere accommodation.