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, The Miller Howe (Rayrigg Road) and HRiSHi at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House (Crook Road) are great picks.

When to visit Windermere

Windermere in February
Estimated hotel price
£161
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in February
Estimated hotel price
£161
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 American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Windermere departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Windermere to Leeds takes 1h 13m and costs around £10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £45 for a 1h 48m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Windermere using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Windermere takes 113 km and will cost you around £10. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 121 km.

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 American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Windermere departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Windermere to Leeds takes 1h 13m and costs around £10 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £45 for a 1h 48m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

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 SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Windermere using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Windermere takes 113 km and will cost you around £10. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 121 km.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

Lufthansa
Good (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,113 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,655 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,828 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,419 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,696 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,096 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,915 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,324 reviews)
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Where to stay in Windermere

From 5-star hotels such as the Linthwaite House Hotel to great affordable options like the Lakes Lodge, Windermere offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £120 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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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa, World Hotel Distinctive
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£199+
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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£177+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£157+
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Yha Windermere
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£20+
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Yha Ambleside
1 star
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£35+
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Low Wood Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£188+
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Hiring a car in Windermere

Hiring a car in Windermere costs £52 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.16 and £21.55. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Windermere costs £52 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.35 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 £16.16 and £21.55. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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