Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

5 stars
Crook Road, Windermere, LA23 3NE, United Kingdom
Windermere, United Kingdom
9.1
Wonderful
based on 306 reviews
306 reviews
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Sun 4/1
1 room, 2 guests
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£277
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Nightly total
Classic room
£277
Double room
£383
Superior room
£407
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Overview

Situated in Crook, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is an easy drive from Windermere Lake and offers on-site parking. It is ideal for those wishing to be surrounded by nature, with the Lake District National Park just steps away.

There are a range of amenities available to guests of the hotel, including 24-hours room service, jacuzzi and car hire. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can help with booking tours and tickets.

All the individually-decorated rooms at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House include bottled water, plus all the necessities for an enjoyable stay. A bathtub, a DVD player and a desk are also provided to guests.

For guests wishing to dine out during their stay at the hotel, there are a selection of restaurants situated nearby. It also is a convenient base to explore Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere.

9.1
Wonderful rating
Based on 306 verified guest reviews

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Classic room
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£277
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£319
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£361
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Superior room
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£407
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£666
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£727
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Double room
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£383
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£393
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Amenities at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Wi-Fi (surcharge)
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Disabled access
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Pool and spa

  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Reviews of Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

9.1
Wonderful
306 verified ratings
Wonderful
213
Very good
40
Good
20
Okay
11
Fair
8
Mediocre
10
Poor
4

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful atmosphere and comfortable rooms, particularly the garden suite. However, many expressed dissatisfaction with the service, cleanliness, and value for money, citing issues like noise, poor dining experiences, and additional charges. Overall, while some aspects were enjoyable, the hotel fell short of expectations for many visitors.
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Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort8 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Location3 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Service2 out of 10
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Location

Crook Road, Windermere, LA23 3NE

What's nearby

  • Windermere Golf Club0.6 mi
  • World of Beatrix Potter1.7 mi
  • Lakeland1.9 mi
  • Windermere Steamboat Museum2 mi
  • Orrest Head2.4 mi
  • Holehird Gardens3.2 mi
  • Lake District Visitor Centre at Brockhole4 mi
  • Wansfell Pike6 mi
  • Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing6.1 mi
  • Grasmere Lake8.6 mi

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:30

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Essential information about Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

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July
October
£436
£515
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 60% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, plan to stay on a Friday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £372, while the most expensive was £372.
  • How long should you stay at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

  • Which is the best method of transport for me to get from Manchester airport to Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

    Getting to the Gilpin Hotel & Lake House apartments from Manchester airport is easy by private/hire car or taxi. Alternatively, you could take a train from Manchester airport to one of three railway stations, Burneside Station, Staveley Station or Windermere Station and then take a ten-minute taxi ride from any of those to the hotel.

  • What makes the Gilpin Hotel & Lake House stand out from other nearby hotels and apartment rentals?

    The Gilpin Hotel is breath-taking, built in stone in a contemporary style with views to the fish ponds and 4-acre lake. Llamas and alpacas are found grazing in the gardens, and the onsite spa, located in the Lake House, offers beautiful lake views through the floor to ceiling windows.

  • Which room should I choose to stay in at the hotel?

    All of the rooms in the Gilpin Hotel & Lake House have been individually designed and so it is difficult to choose a favourite. The rooms all offer beautiful views of the 100-acre gardens, which are free for guests to enjoy during their stay.

  • What services does the hotel offer for guests who want to partake in sports during their stay?

    The hotel is perfectly placed within easy reach of the local golf course, sailing and clay pigeon shooting. In addition, bicycles can be hired locally to explore the area which is also great to hike around. Hiking maps are available for guests at the hotel and Lake House who are also invited to use complimentary passes for the nearby Choices Health Club.

  • What business options does the hotel offer to its guests?

    The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offers two contemporary meeting rooms that can be hired for business meetings, conferences and events. In addition, guests can arrange for in-house catering and use of the gardens. The entire Lake House may also be hired, subject to availability, for events including weddings.

  • Why should we eat at this hotel?

    Guests who dine at The Gilpin Hotel are spoilt with the choice between two incredible restaurants. Specialising in Asian cuisine, the Gilpin Spice boasts 2 AA Rosettes. The hotel and restaurant staff are Relais & Châteaux trained to offer exceptional service. In addition to the Gilpin Spice, the Hrishi fine-dining restaurant has a 1-star Michelin rating. Enjoy an optional breakfast, dinner or drinks, as well as speciality cocktails at the bar. Reservations are required for both restaurants.

  • What special facilities for romantic breaks and honeymooners does the hotel offer?

    The beautiful Lake House is set over three levels and designed with events in mind, with a sweeping staircase, log fire and large conservatory that overlooks the lake. Of the six suites, the largest is a bridal suite with a private hot tub. All suites have the use of two further hot tubs, a heated indoor swimming pool and a spa offering couples massages in a room with lake views.

  • Where is Gilpin Hotel & Lake House located?

    Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is located at Crook Road, 2.1 miles from the centre of Windermere. Windermere Golf Club is the closest landmark to Gilpin Hotel & Lake House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House.

  • Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offer free parking?

    Yes, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offers free parking.

  • How far is Gilpin Hotel & Lake House from the airport?

    Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is 40.3 miles from Carlisle Lake District. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is 40.7 miles from Blackpool.

  • Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House have a pool?

    Yes, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Gilpin Hotel & Lake House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Gilpin Hotel & Lake House.

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Distance to city centre

8.2
2.1 mi

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