Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Windermere travel guide

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You're Going to Love Windermere

With a population of 8,118, Windermere is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Windermere to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Windermere

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hillthwaite (Hillthwaite Hotel) and The Ryebeck Hotel (Lyth Valley Road) are great picks.

When to visit Windermere

Windermere in April
Estimated hotel price
£189
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in April
Estimated hotel price
£189
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Windermere

Plane

Although Windermere doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 99 km from Windermere. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Windermere departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 109 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Windermere doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 99 km from Windermere. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Windermere departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 109 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,596 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,663 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,224 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,661 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,531 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
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Where to stay in Windermere

From 5-star hotels such as the Linthwaite House to great affordable options like the Elim House, Windermere offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £113 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £195 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere

Most booked hotels in Windermere

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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£143+
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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£188+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Lindeth Howe
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£114+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£141+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Hiring a car in Windermere

Hiring a car in Windermere costs £51 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 45% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.70 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.36 and £27.15. Intermediate (BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Windermere, while also 2% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Windermere costs £51 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 45% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.70 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.36 and £27.15. Intermediate (BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Windermere, while also 2% cheaper than other types, on average.

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