Hundith Hill Hotel - With fantastic views of the Lorton Valley and the surrounding countryside, this country-house hotel on the edge of Cockermouth has excellent food and great accommodation. The hotel is well-located for visiting the north of the Lake District. The popular market town of Keswick is a short drive to the east, and you can drive west to the beautiful Solway Coast.

Shap Wells Hotel - Located in the Lake District between Penrith and Kendal, just 3 minutes from the M6 motorway in breathtaking scenery. From here you can explore the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, North Pennines, Kendal, and the Scottish Borders. Cumbria and the Lake District are often referred to as 'the most beautiful corner of England'. Shap Wells is the ideal place from which to discover this 'beautiful corner'. Some of the country's most spectacular scenery and historic towns and picturesque villages can be found within an hour of the hotel. Shap Wells has extensive lounges with bar facilities, one of which, the Riverside Lounge, overlooks the River Birkbeck and fells. The hotel has undergone a continuous programme of expansion and refurbishment over the last 40 years.

Rothay Garden Hotel - Rothay Garden is "Heaven on Earth", said the Yorkshire Post newspaper. In 2 acres of riverside gardens, this 4-star hotel has stunning designer rooms, chic lounges and conservatory restaurant (2 Rosettes). The ideal choice for a relaxing short break or holiday, Rothay Garden has recently undergone a ?2 million redevelopment. It now offers 25 beautiful bedrooms, 5 amazing loft suites, cosy lounges and a bar. The candlelit conservatory restaurant has garden views and award-winning food (2 AA Rosette standard). Offering a peaceful Lakeland retreat, Rothay Garden is set in the heart of the Lake District with easy access to all main attractions, including Ambleside, Windermere, Keswick and Kendal.

The Castle Inn Hotel - Set beneath some of England's highest fells and overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake, the Castle Inn is the ideal location to explore the northern region of the Lake District. From the mysterious trails through Dodd Wood or the glorious views of the surrounding countryside to the magic of the nesting site of the beautiful Osprey or the majestic Skiddaw Mountain Range, there is something for everyone to enjoy. During your stay you can take advantage of the hotel's extensive leisure facilities, including an indoor 15-metre pool, sauna, steam room, tennis courts, pool and games room and the spa - Sanctuary at the Castle - which offers an extensive range of treatments.

Farmers Arms - The welcoming 14th-century Farmers Arms Hotel, in the charming hamlet of Lowick Green, is the perfect base for exploring the beautiful Lake District and its national park. The Crake Valley Restaurant, with cosy oak beams and leaded windows, offers a tranquil setting for guests to dine in. After dinner, relax over a drink in the lounge with its open log fire. Farmers Arms Hotel also offers a games room and library for guests. All rooms are inviting, many with original oak beams and all with en suite and a TV. Striking views of the Crake Valley can be seen from some of the rooms.

Temple Sowerby House Hotel - This delightfully peaceful country house hotel is situated in the centre of a conservation village in the Eden Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty between the Lake District and the Pennines. The Temple Sowerby Bypass opened in October 2007, returning the village to a true a quiet rural setting, yet less than 10 minutes from the M6. Elegant rooms, discreet service, AA 2 Rosette cuisine and personal attention are the hallmarks of the hotel's relaxed hospitality. The house dates from 1727 and has been sensitively restored to create just 12 comfortable and stylish bedrooms, all with contemporary bathrooms. Superior rooms include spa baths or hydro-massage showers. A new restaurant, constructed from local, mellow sandstone columns and picture windows, overlooks the peaceful walled garden. Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, one night or several, you can be assured of a relaxing stay. The hotel has been awarded 3 AA stars and 85% merit award.

Barbon Inn - Between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, this former 17th-century coaching inn is rich in original character and traditional charm, offering good food, real ales and log fires. Nestled in the Lune valley, The Barbon Inn has a superb location, with the stunning scenery of the Lake District to the West and the breathtaking natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales to the East. The M6 motorway is a scenic 10-minute drive away. Quiet and peaceful, the inns charming location makes it a great base for walkers and keen golfers.Enjoy water sports in and around the nearby lakes or try mountain biking. Kirkby Lonsdale is just a few hundred metres away. Dating back to the 1600s, the hotel boasts beautiful period features, such as original wooden beams and real open fires. All of the rooms are individually furnished, with their own unique charm. The bar and restaurant offer fine wines, real ale and good food, made using high quality, fresh, seasonal local ingredients.

Low Wood Hall Hotel - Ideally situated to explore the unspoilt natural beauty of the Lake District, this charming country house hotel is set in Nether Wasdale, with spectacular views over the Wasdale Valley. During your stay at Low Wood Hall you can take walking routes through the lowlands or challenge yourself to Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain. Also nearby are Yewbarrow, Pillar, Great Gable and Wastwater, England's deepest lake. After a long day you can relax by the warmth of the log fire in Low Wood Hall's bar before heading to your comfortable guestroom.

Crown Hotel Wetheral - The Crown Hotel is set in the picturesque village of Wetheral and boasts leisure facilities that include a 12-metre pool, squash courts and a beauty room with Dermalogica treatments. The Crown's beautiful landscaped gardens overlook the Pennines and the River Eden. The Crown Hotel is close to the historic city of Carlisle and also to Hadrian's Wall. The delightful conservatory restaurant uses local produce to create English/French-style cooking. Waltons bar serves traditional pub food with a selection of Real Ales.

The Wordsworth Hotel - The Wordsworth Hotel is situated in the heart of Grasmere and has peaceful lounges and a conservatory looking out across landscaped gardens to the fells beyond. The comfortable bedrooms come with a flat-screen TV, and an en suite bathroom with bath, shower, toiletries and thick towel bathrobes. The award-winning Prelude restaurant offers fine-dining with an extensive wine list. A second dining option is the Dove and Olive Bistro. Wi-Fi is available through the hotel and there is ample parking for residents. Next to the hotel are the famous Grasmere gingerbread shop and St Oswald's Church where William Wordsworth is buried.

Derwent Lodge Hotel - Nestled amid 1.7 acres of grounds in the North Lakes village of Portinscale, this traditional Georgian manor house boasts spectacular views over Lake Derwentwater, 'The Queen of the Lakes'. Purchased by the present owners in September 2005, the property has undergone total refurbishment, both externally and internally, and now offers 21st century facilities within the original stone building. Ideally placed for exploring the Lake District National Park, the hotel is also just over one mile from the market town of Keswick and directly outside the front gate of Derwentwater Marina, which offers a range of water-sports.

Haweswater Hotel - Friendly, family-run non-smoking hotel with stunning views of Lake and Fells in the heart of the Lake District national park. Whether looking for a relaxing 'away from it all' break, a central point for touring the rest of the Lake District or a Walking Holiday, the Haweswater Hotel is ideally located. Situated on the shores of Haweswater, the hotel is the only building in this quiet and secluded valley. The location lends itself to a peaceful and relaxing break, a theme continued inside the hotel itself and as such there are no televisions or telephones in the bedrooms. Everywhere you look are stunning views of the lake, hills and forests that make this such a beautiful and peaceful place. The hotel has always been a popular venue for walkers, nature lovers and people in search of tranquillity. The area is home to red squirrels, foxes, owls, red deer & badgers and is the only place in England where the golden eagle can be seen in the wild. 14 comfortable rooms and a self-contained apartment, most having lake or fell views. Open log fires. Fully licensed bar. Large dining room overlooking the lake (to ensure a table on your night of arrival please pre book). Lake View Terrace, Garden & Patio Area. Ample parking.

Macdonald Swan Hotel - The Swan Hotel is situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park. With our established reputation for hospitality and service, we welcome back guests time and again. The Swan at Grasmere, situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park, is an excellent base from which to explore the local area. It is an ideal location for walking, sailing, fishing, cycling, shopping, riding and golfing. The great appeal of this hotel is shown by the many guests who return year after year. Log fires burn in the winter in lounge fireplace while in summer the Swan is an ideal base for lovers of the Great Outdoors or for those who prefer a more leisurely break in a stunning setting.

George Hotel - The traditional George Hotel stands in the very centre of the bustling market town of Penrith on the edge of the Lake District and the North Pennines. Enter through the George Hotel's revolving doors and experience quality and tradition to remind you of bygone days. The nostalgic wood panelling and old local wall prints combine to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where many generations of loyal visitors have returned time after time. Make this lovely hotel your own homely base when visiting the Lake District and the North Pennines.

Borrowdale Gates Country House Hotel - The Borrowdale Gates Country House Hotel has panoramic views of the valley and the surrounding English Lake District. Nestling peacefully in two acres of wooded gardens on the edge of the ancient hamlet of Grange (near Keswick). This charming Lakeland house is set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Borrowdale Valley and close to the shores of Derwentwater, often referred to as the 'Queen of the English Lakes'. The hotel accommodation is ideally situated for walking, climbing, and touring. There are many places of literary and historical interest within leisurely motoring distance passing through areas of scenic beauty. After the completion of a major refurbishment in March 2009, the hotel is now fully reopened.

The Riverside - On the banks of the River Kent, in the heart of the southern Lake District, this beautiful 17th-century residence has a state-of-the-art leisure club and is well placed for Lake Windermere. In Kendal, a short walk away from the town centre, The Riverside has en suite bedrooms that combine the traditional with the modern. Some have views of the River Kent. The Riversides leisure club includes a heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub, gym and exercise studio. The hotels Riverview Restaurant aims to use locally grown fresh produce, much of it from The Riversides own Victorian kitchen garden and farm.

Lakeside Hotel - Lakeside Hotel rests on the shore of Lake Windermere, overlooking nothing but the water. It is spacious, richly decorated and sumptuously furnished throughout. Lakeside retains the warm and welcoming atmosphere of its 17th-century origins, with oak panelling, real fires and grand floral displays. Snug lounges and traditional bars provide a relaxing retreat and the conservatory looks out over landscaped gardens that lead down to Lake Windermere.

Stonecross Manor Hotel - Stonecross Manor Hotel is situated on the edge of Kendal, one of the Lake District's most important market towns. The hotel has an indoor pool and a good restaurant serving local produce. Kendal town centre is a 15-minute walk away. Kendal is within 30 minutes' drive of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, making it a perfect base for walkers and sightseers. Kendal has some fascinating places of interest, making Stonecross Manor Hotel an ideal place to stay when visiting Cumbria.

Hunday Manor Country House Hotel - Delightfully situated and enjoying distant views of the Solway Firth. A large garden to relax in. This charming hotel has comfortable rooms that are well-furnished. Some of the spacious rooms have been refurbished to a high standard. The open- plan bar and foyer lounge boast welcoming open fires, and the attractive restaurant is set into the woodland gardens.

Wild Boar Hotel - Secluded, yet close by Windermere village and Bowness Bay, this traditional hotel is set within a haven of peace and tranquillity, in the ancient beauty of the Gilpin Valley. A former coaching inn, the hotel takes its name from the local legend of Sir Richard de Gilpin who bravely fought and killed a particularly ferocious wild boar close by. However, its fame these days has much more to do with the warmest of welcomes, fine food, complemented by an extensive wine cellar, and an eclectic mix of cosy rooms. A fusion of traditional d?cor and time-honoured 'coaching inn ambience', with a warm welcome and friendly service, assures a home-from-home delight.

Lonsdale House Hotel - Lonsdale House is a quality town centre hotel located in traditional lakes market town. All rooms ensuite with some four poster and jaccuzzi, there is a feature garden with high gothic wall and a cosy restaurant serving localy produced food. Lake Windermere is a ten minutes drive away and the coast is a 15 minute drive away whilst the market square is a two minute walk away. We offer a relaxing stay with a homely feel at reasonable prices and look forward to welcoming you to the hotel soon.

Cambridge Villa Hotel - The Cambridge Villa Hotel offers a personal service to suit the casual tourist and business traveller. Conveniently located for access to: m40, nec, Birmingham Airport, nac, Stratford, Kenilworth and Warwickshire Golf courses. The hotel is only a few minutes walk from the river Avon, the leisure centre and swimming pool in St Nicholas Park and the town centre. A complimentary car service to and from local bus/train station is also available. A well kept hotel converted from two Victorian properties, guest facilities include private fully licenced bar and home cooked evening meals when required. Bruna (proprietor) and family offer everything you need for an enjoyable stay and look forward to welcoming you to the Cambridge Villa Hotel.

Whitewater Hotel - Nestling in a valley on the banks of the River Leven, which flows from the southern end of Lake Windermere, just over a mile away. The Whitewater Hotel can meet the many and varied needs of the discerning guest, whether for leisure or on business. This tastefully converted old mill offers you every modern comfort, superb hospitality and all the facilities expected of a hotel of its class. The restful lounge provides a haven for you to relax and read the morning papers, or plan your day over coffee. The 'pub' atmosphere of our own bar offers a place for lunch or an early evening meal, to watch the wildlife, and the Haverthwaite Steam Trains from the Riverside Terrace. After you have explored the area, treat yourself to a Lakeland dining experience. The menu reflects the wealth of fine produce that this wonderful country has to offer. The Wine List has been arranged not by country of origin but by grape variety, giving you the opportunity to compare 'old world' with 'new world' wines.

Premier Inn Carlisle Central North - Just south of the M6 motorway, Premier Inn Carlisle Central North is just 1.5 miles north of Carlisle city centre. The hotel is a comfortable, good-value base with an on-site restaurant and free parking. Some rooms at Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection.

Lindeth Fell Country House Hotel - Awarded 'English Country Hotel of the Year 2009' by the Good Hotel Guide, Lindeth Fell is a mile from Bowness, up on the hills, overlooking Lake Windermere and the Coniston Fells. The magical setting is tranquil, with amazing views over the Thomas Mawson-designed, 7-acre garden. The family-owned hotel has many accolades including a 3-Star Gold Award from the Tourist Board, a 3-Star 83% from the AA, and 10/10 for service from the Sunday Times inspector.

Ivythwaite Lodge Guest House - The Ivythwaite Lodge is hotel-class accommodation with the friendliness of a guest house. This pleasant retreat offers sumptuous aqua spa baths and king-size four poster beds. Luxury is only a click away! Set minutes away from Bowness and Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, the Lodge is an ideal base for your Lake District holiday, with Ambleside and Keswick only a short drive away, through beautiful mountain scenery. Grasmere and Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth are only a 20 minute drive from Ivythwaite Guest House, so whatever you choose to do, you will be able to enjoy the splendours that the Lake District has to offer. A 15 minute stroll will take you to the lively village of Bowness and the shores of Lake Windermere, where you can take a cruise or hire a rowing boat. Nearby there are also numerous pubs and restaurants to choose from and a wide selection of Lakeland curio shops. We have our own private off-road parking and are set in our own garden, where guests can relax in quiet surroundings.

Shepherds Hotel - This modern hotel is situated one mile from the centre of Cockermouth, an ideal location for those on a business trip or exploring the Lake District. At the Shepherds Hotel you will receive a warm welcome from our friendly staff. The restaurant is open throughout the day, serving a selection of snacks, tea and coffee, scones, cakes, hearty home-made soup, sandwiches and delicious bar meals. The evening menu is freshly prepared by our chef, offering a varied selection which includes daily specials. In the morning, enjoy a full English breakfast before exploring this breathtaking part of the Lake District.

Ibis Carlisle - In the centre of the city, just 200 metres from Carlisle Citadel Railway Station, this modern hotel offers free parking and good quality air-conditioned rooms at great-value prices. The Ibis Carlisle hotel has a superb central location, right in the heart of the city. The Lanes Shopping Centre is close by and Carlisle Cathedral, the castle and the Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery are just a few minutes' walk from the hotel. There are 102 air-conditioned rooms, each with tea/coffee making facilities and an en suite shower room. As well as free outdoor car parking, the hotel's other facilities include a 24-hour reception desk, car rental services, a restaurant and a bar serving light meals and snacks 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel at an additional cost.

Patterdale Hotel - With comfortable lounges and home-cooked food, The Patterdale Hotel is at the heart of Patterdale Village on the main Penrith to Windermere route. Patterdale Hotel has comfortable en suite bedrooms in a picturesque setting. Relax in comfortable lounges beside a warm fire and enjoy a meal prepared by talented chefs using local ingredients. At the head of Ullswater, England's most beautiful lake, the village is ideal for exploring the English Lake District. The experienced hotel staff take great care of guests, offering local information and tips.

Sharrow Bay- A Relais and Chateaux Hotel - On the shores of Lake Ullswater, surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District, this traditional English country house hotel has an award-winning Michelin-starred restaurant. Looking out over the lake to the fells and woodland beyond, Sharrow Bay has a beautiful, peaceful location in 12 acres of gardens and woodlands. Elegant and traditional, all of the rooms are individually decorated with their own unique character and charm. Some rooms have wonderful views of the lake and fells, with rooms available in the hotel's main house and in Bank House, which is situated one mile (1.6 km) further along the lakeshore. The hotel was where the term country house hotel' was first coined and where the famous British dish, sticky toffee pudding, was invented. The restaurant has held a Michelin star for over a decade and offers superb British cuisine and carefully chosen fine wines. A full English breakfast is available each day.