Best Waterhead Hotels in 2026 from HK$383 - Fully Refundable Options

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A lakeside town with a dock, boats, and a large building with a green roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a mountainous backdrop.

A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by various trees and shrubs.

1. Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

Ambleside

Colin

HK$940

HK$1,129 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A riverside hotel with outdoor seating, a dock, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A cozy seating area with a view of a lake and boats, featuring a table with a menu and a chair.

A lakeside restaurant with outdoor seating and a view of boats on the water.

2. Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

Ambleside

Jennifer

HK$1,079

HK$1,294 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A coastal town with a marina, houses, and green hills in the background.

A stone building with a small patio area featuring a table and two chairs.

A large stone house with a well-maintained garden and a green gazebo.

3. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Ambleside

Trusha

HK$854

HK$1,025 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, a view of a lake with boats, and a brick wall.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a patterned floor.

4. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

Ambleside

Lina

HK$1,027

HK$1,232 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, an oven, a dishwasher, and a toaster.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and a door leading outside.

A living room with a grey sofa, a grey armchair, and a small table. There are two wall-mounted picture frames with animal prints.

A building with two numbered doors, a stone wall, and a potted plant with yellow flowers.

5. Quaysiders Lakes Resort

Ambleside

"Quaysiders resort is an apartment/hotel right by the upper side of Lake Windermere in Ambleside. It is in an absolutely perfect location close to the lake, shops, restaurants. We stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment with a kitchen that had all kitchen amenities. Our Apartment was very clean and spacious . There is an indoor pool that was warm and it can also be like a Jacuzzi. There is also a Sauna. The resort also has a laundry room and dryer so I was able to do my laundry while on our stay. The...

Hajara

HK$1,181

HK$1,417 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A room with a large bay window overlooking a lake, two leather chairs, a wooden table, and a banner advertising a lakeside restaurant.

A row of traditional stone and timber-framed buildings with a restaurant named "The Lakeside" and a sign welcoming visitors to "YHA Ambleside".

A marina with several boats docked at the pier.

A lakeside restaurant with outdoor seating and a flag indicating its name.

6. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

Ambleside

Sarah

HK$319

HK$383 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a dining table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Hideaway Suite

Ambleside

HK$1,286

HK$1,543 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, teal armchair, and a TV on a wooden stand.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a hanging light fixture.

A stone building with a sign reading "The Bay Cottage".

8. The Bay Cottage

Ambleside

HK$5,148

HK$6,178 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A residential area with a view of a lake, a green hill, and terraced houses in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, a painting, and a ceiling light.

A dining area with a table set for four, a view of a balcony, and a radiator on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a window with a view of the outside.

9. Waterhead Retreat

Ambleside

Josephine

HK$5,844

HK$7,012 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A balcony with metal chairs and a view of a river and a boat.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of a lake through the windows.

A bedroom with a bed, a vanity with a mirror, a small stool, and a wardrobe.

A living room with a red sofa set, a matching ottoman, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.

10. Romney 17

Ambleside

HK$5,747

HK$6,896 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A dining area with a table set for four, a brown leather bench, and a brown leather sofa with a patterned pillow.

A staircase with a wooden door at the top, a radiator, and a white toilet.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

11. Waterhead Cottage

Ambleside

HK$5,606

HK$6,727 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A spacious living room with a sofa set, a television, a fireplace, and a large mirror.

A traditional stone house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A stone house with a garden, a bench, and a pond.

12. Betamere

Ambleside

HK$6,077

HK$7,292 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A view through a window of a rural landscape with a lake, trees, and a stone building.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a sofa.

A neatly made bed with a teal bedspread and pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a wooden chair, and a window with curtains.

A stone house with multiple windows and a green roof, surrounded by dense shrubbery.

13. High Borrans

Ambleside

HK$3,740

HK$4,488 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A stone building with a green roof and multiple windows, surrounded by lush greenery and blue hydrangea bushes.

A stone building with multiple windows, a door, and visible electrical conduits.

A bench in a grassy area with a view of a village and hills in the background.

A neatly made bed with a white and beige bedspread, two pillows, and a bedside table with a lamp.

14. Sethera

Ambleside

Stuart

HK$4,858

HK$5,830 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, a large window, a hanging light fixture, and a painting on the wall.

A modern house with a stone facade, a wooden door, and a paved driveway.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, wooden dining table, and two paintings on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a round table and wicker chairs, surrounded by glass railings.

15. No 7

Ambleside

HK$8,147

HK$9,776 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious living room with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern living room with a high ceiling, skylights, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with a black countertop, wooden chairs, and a built-in oven.

16. Beckfoot

Ambleside

HK$9,144

HK$10,973 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hot tub with a blue towel on it, surrounded by greenery and trees.

A spacious room with a large dining table, multiple chairs, and a decorative cart.

A bedroom with a large bathtub, a bed with multiple pillows, a small stool with toiletries, and a window with curtains.

A traditional building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

17. Rothay Manor Hotel

Ambleside

Karen

HK$2,934

HK$3,520 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with views of greenery, and a wooden ceiling with a chandelier.

A stone building with a green sign reading "Rothay Gardens Residents Car Park Telephone 01539 4".

A room with a bay window, a dining table with chairs, a leather armchair, and a cabinet.

A neatly made bed with rolled towels, two bedside lamps, and a dark pillow.

18. Rothay Garth

Ambleside

Tony

HK$530

HK$637 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A pool with a view of a lake and mountains, surrounded by trees and wooden deck chairs.

A balcony with a table, a chair, a bottle of champagne, and a glass of wine.

A modern lounge with sofas and ottomans, large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A room with a bed, two chairs, and a table with a vase. It has a large window with a view of a lake and mountains.

19. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Windermere

Akib

HK$1,425

HK$1,710 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A bottle of Prosecco and two glasses of wine on a wooden table near a fountain.

A buffet with various food items including eggs, cheese, and watermelon slices.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a cozy seating area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a red armchair, a checkered sofa, a small table with a cup and saucer, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

Ambleside Town Centre

Lynne

HK$1,780

HK$2,136 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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A riverside view of a white building with a sign reading "Wateredge Inn" and a mountain in the background.

Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

Lakes Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience at the hotel. Really relaxing. Recommended."

Woodlands Guest House Windermere

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent presentation and cleanliness."

Shap Wells Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel staff are amazing never anything too much and always friendly and cheery even if somethings gone slightly upside down (internet fail on our second to last night out of their control), freshly cooked food was always amazing, some rooms are in the process of being updated but our bedroom was loveky but bathroom needed a bit of tlc for the bath. Defi ately will be returning next year to see them :)"

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, room was clean, breakfast was good."

The Ro Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing stay ,staff couldnt have been more helpful. Breakfast was really good quality. View beautiful. The hotel is very central to everything and would highly recommend. Hope to go back at some stage. All staff made you feel welcome especially Annliya who was so helpful and knowledgable about area and nothing was a problem very kind person and amazing at her job."

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Really good place for a relaxing little break would highly recommend"

The Belsfield Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"lovely hotel, clean and tidy exceptional views, cant wait for the spa to be finished!"

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Our room was on the top (2nd) floor so beware if you have heavy cases"

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

8/10 Good

"A comfortable stay and the staff were lovely."

More cheap stays in Waterhead

The Royal Hotel

Dockray, Ullswater Dockray England

HK$594

HK$713 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)

Bowness Guest House

80 Craig Walk Windermere England

HK$759

HK$911 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (300 reviews)

The Gateway Hotel

Crook Rd Kendal England

HK$777

HK$932 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (191 reviews)

Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

Rydal Ambleside England

HK$841

HK$1,009 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)

The Governance Apartments

Holly Rd Windermere England

HK$992

HK$1,553 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)

Another Place The Lake

Lake District National Park Penrith England

HK$2,381

HK$2,858 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Waterhead?

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere, and it offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices for your visit include YHA Ambleside - Hostel and Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Waterhead.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Waterhead has to offer?

Bluehill Cottage,Ambleside, Stunning Views, parking, 0.8ml to Ambleside centre: This holiday home rental outside of Waterhead is located on a lake, and has a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Waterhead.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Waterhead, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Waterhead.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Waterhead?

Based on our traveller reviews, YHA Ambleside - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Waterhead.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Waterhead?

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn and The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group are other good options for your trip. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Waterhead.

What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Waterhead?

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn and The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Waterhead.

What are some hotels with pools in Waterhead?

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa: Hotel, 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Features 2 hot tubs, an indoor pool and a sauna. Lakes Hotel and Spa and Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Waterhead.

What's it like to stay in Waterhead?

Travellers to Waterhead give high marks for the lakeside setting and top-notch restaurants. Welcoming and walkable, this city attracts tourists with its bars and local tours. In Waterhead, there are 86 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Waterhead.

What are the top places to visit in Waterhead?

The picturesque setting of Lake Windermere and Borrans Park exemplify the area's natural beauty. Boating is a great activity, and Ambleside Pier is one place to visit. You'll also find Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and Rydal Mount in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Waterhead guide.

What's the weather like in Waterhead?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Waterhead is 1552 mm.

Waterhead hotels from HK$383

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Our top choices for Waterhead hotels

1. Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

2. Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

3. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

4. The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

5. Quaysiders Lakes Resort

6. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

7. Hideaway Suite

8. The Bay Cottage

9. Waterhead Retreat

10. Romney 17

11. Waterhead Cottage

12. Betamere

13. High Borrans

14. Sethera

15. No 7

16. Beckfoot

17. Rothay Manor Hotel

18. Rothay Garth

19. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

20. Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

Stay near popular Waterhead attractions

Borrans Park

Ambleside Roman Fort

Learn more about Waterhead

Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

Lakes Hotel and Spa

Woodlands Guest House Windermere

Shap Wells Hotel

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

The Ro Hotel

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

The Belsfield Hotel

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

More cheap stays in Waterhead

The Royal Hotel

Bowness Guest House

The Gateway Hotel

Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

The Governance Apartments

Another Place The Lake

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