Glenridding Hotel - On the shores of Ullswater and surrounded by a variety of walks, this hotel is perfectly placed for touring the Lake District and its breathtaking scenery. There is a stylish lounge for unwinding in, with a beautiful Lakeland Slate fireplace and elegant chandeliers. The oak-lined Campbell Library has a billiard table for those with a competitive spirit. Explore the best of what the Lake District has to offer, from breathtaking scenery to the homes of William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Beautiful views can be enjoyed from almost all the rooms. Please note this hotel only accepts 2 night stays on Friday and Saturday nights.

Pinegrove Hotel - An independent, family-run hotel in an extended Victorian home, with many impressive original features. Close to Carlisle city centre and the M6 motorway. The Pinegrove Hotel has comfortable (smoking or non-smoking) en suite bedrooms, each with TV, refreshment tray and telephone. Delicious meals are served for lunch or dinner in the hotel's bar/restaurant. Ample on-site parking is available.

The Britannia Inn - Nestled in the picturesque village of Elterwater, amidst the imposing Langdale Valley Fells, this traditional Lakeland inn provides 9 comfortable guestrooms at the heart of the Lake District. Surrounded by wonderful walking and cycle routes, The Britannia Inn is just 10 minutes away from Wordsworth's Grasmere and 3 miles from Ambleside and Lake Windermere, with Hawkshead and Coniston just a short distance further. Dating back over 400 years, The Britannia Inn still retains many original features, including oak beams, slate floors and open fires. Today it boasts a wonderful pub serving real ales and home-cooked food, alongside a welcoming lounge area and sheltered patio.

Grange Hotel - Built in 1866 in classical Italianate style, the Grange Hotel sits in its own beautifully-landscaped grounds. We enjoy panoramic Bay views in the unspoiled Edwardian town of Grange-over-Sands, described by noted travel writer Bill Bryson as one of his 6 favourite places to visit in the UK. Fully-refurbished throughout and with full leisure facilities as well as a reputation for fine cuisine and a warm Lakeland welcome, the Grange offers a first-class base from which to explore the Lake District.

Skiddaw Hotel - Boasting a town centre location set amongst beautiful scenic countryside, the hotel provides a unique oasis the in the centre of the bustling market town of Keswick. Surrounded by the picturesque lakes and mountains of the Lake District, during your stay you can choose to either stroll around Keswick's small shops and enjoy a drink in one of the local caf?s, or explore the wonderful natural surroundings on bike, foot or horse-back. Whilst staying at The Skiddaw Hotel you are welcome to use the leisure facilities of the sister hotel free of charge. These include an indoor and outdoor pool, tennis courts, a sauna and a jacuzzi. A beauty salon is also available, with a wide range of treatments (additional cost).

The Castle Green Hotel In Kendal - Winner of 'Cumbria Large Hotel of the Year 2009', this hotel is set in 14 acres of beautifully maintained woodlands and gardens, a few minutes from the centre of Kendal. The hotel boasts a tranquil location for a relaxing country break, and is equipped to the very highest standards. Castle Green Hotel has received AA 3 star 81% grading with 2 AA Red Rosette standard. It has also been recently awarded Best Western Hotel of the Year. The Castle Green Hotel in Kendal provides the perfect environment for a relaxing and memorable stay, complemented by the 2 AA Rosette awarded Greenhouse Restaurant, with theatre kitchen and views of Kendal Castle.

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.

White Lodge Hotel - This traditional, family-owned 4 star guest house is ideally positioned just a short walk away from Bowness Bay and the picturesque shores of Lake Windermere, England's largest and perhaps most beautiful lake. Surrounded by magnificent scenery in the heart of the English Lake District, Bowness-on-Windermere is the ideal centre for touring the whole area. In minutes you can be sailing, exploring the lakeside footpaths and nearby fells, or visiting the homes of William Wordsworth, Ruskin, Coleridge and Beatrix Potter. Set in a Victorian country house, White Lodge has all the modern comforts expected of a traditional Lake District hotel. Whether preparing for a day out on the Lake District fells, visiting a tourist attraction, or relaxing during the evening, you can enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere.

Burnside Hotel - Set in its own mature grounds located in the centre of the Lake District with views of Lake Windermere. We are only half an hours drive from Junction 36, M6. Here at the Burnside Hotel you can enjoy a wide choice of en-suite bedrooms and private suites, spacious lounges; a widely acclaimed restaurant, well stocked bar and incomparable Parklands Country Club, our all weather leisure centre.

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.

Cedar Manor Hotel - This 150 year old former country residence is set in gardens dominated by a giant 200 year old cedar tree, and is 10 minute's walk from Windermere village and lake. Located adjacent to the A591 next to St Mary's Church, Cedar Manor is a distinctive period property with many fine features. The hotel offers wonderful accommodation and has been awarded 2-star Hotel status by the AA, with a quality score of 80%. The hotel lounge and bar has comfortable sofas and armchairs for you to relax in, have a drink and enjoy the views of the garden. The Cedar Manor Restaurant has just been awarded a coveted AA Rosette for dining and offers a seasonal ? la carte and table d'h?te menus, and is open to hotel guests as well as non-residents.

Rothay Manor - Set in picturesque, landscaped gardens, this regency country house hotel is found in the heart of the Lake District. Located just a quarter mile from Lake Windermere and a short walk from the centre of Ambleside, the hotel is ideally situated for walking, cycling, sightseeing or just relaxing. This regency country house hotel was built in 1825 as a summer residence for a Liverpool cotton merchant. The building is grade II listed and retains many period features. Fresh flowers and antiques give the feel of a welcoming private house, where lounges are ideal for relaxing over afternoon tea or pre-dinner drinks. Rothay Manor is renowned for its warm, comfortable, relaxed and friendly atmosphere, complemented by excellent food and wine. Guests have free use of a nearby leisure club. Families and disabled guests are welcome.

Low Wood Hotel - Boasting enchanting panoramic views across Lake Windermere, this 4 star hotel, complete with leisure club and water-sports centre, boasts a privileged location directly on the lake shore. Set in the heart of the Lake District, Low Wood presents itself as the ideal base to explore this area of natural beauty. Furthermore, the surroundings are filled with a range of tourist attractions, such as The World of Beatrix Potter, Holker Hall and Gardens, and a number of museums. An excellent choice for a short break, special occasion or family holiday, Low Wood's 4-star rating assures you that each of the 110 rooms offers all the comfort and luxury for a memorable stay.

Glenville House - Located 10 minutes from Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere, this guest house has homemade biscuits in the bedrooms and an extensive breakfast menu of fresh local produce. Glenville House is set in peaceful private gardens and is a short walk from the centre of Windermere and Bowness. Just off Church Street (the A591), the hotel is easy to find and plenty of stunning walks are within easy reach. The comfortable, attractive accommodation is luxurious and well equipped. Rooms have king-size beds, wide-screen TVs with Freeview, and luxurious en suite bathrooms with cosy bathrobes and luxury toiletries.

21 The Lakes - This luxury boutique hotel is ideally situated in the village of Windermere and is just 5 minutes walk past many fine restaurants, shops and pubs down to Lake Windermere. 21 The Lakes was originally a wealthy Edwardian gentleman's second home and has many attractive period features. The hotel is excellently situated for exploring the beauty of the local area. You can cross over the main Lake Road to start an enchanting and romantic woodland walk leading to a footpath beside Lake Windermere and the Steamboat Museum. Only a few minutes walk will bring you to the lake shore at Bowness where you will find boats for hire and steamers for lake cruisers, giving you time to enjoy the outstanding scenery.

Glenburn Hotel and Restaurant in Windermere - Just a 5-minute walk from Windermere, this highly acclaimed non-smoking and recently refurbished hotel offers great value for money with free spa and leisure club facilities at the nearby Parklands. There is also free parking, a welcoming bar, and a wide choice of room types. The Glenburn is quite simply outstanding in every way. Ideally located within easy walking distance of both Windermere and its lake, the owners have transformed the hotel over the last few years into an elegant and relaxing place to stay. Their aim is to provide the best quality accommodation, food and hospitality at the best possible price in the English Lake District.

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.

Westmorland Hotel - Westmorland Hotel is an award-winning hotel in a peaceful location on the outskirts of the Lake District. Just a one minute drive from the M6 (between J38 and J39) via the award winning Tebay Services, the AA 3-star rated Westmorland Hotel is set in a tranquil countryside setting with spectacular mountain views. The hotel offers en suite bedrooms with luxurious bathrooms and contemporary design using natural materials. Also there are 6 flexible meeting rooms with natural daylight for 2-120 delegates. The AA rosette award winning restaurant serves delicious menus featuring only the freshest ingredients and the best local produce. Add to this the log fires, water features and Wi-Fi broadband connections and you have an individual hotel with a stunning and convenient location, which, once discovered, is likely to become your preferred hotel on the M6.

Linthwaite House Hotel - Located in the heart of England's beautiful Lake District the hotel has a spectacular hilltop setting overlooking Lake Windermere and the surrounding Lakeland fells. Awarded 3 red stars and Rosettes by the AA, Linthwaite House Hotel is one of the top 200 hotels in Britain and offers high quality hotel accommodation and short breaks in the Lake District. It is set in over 14 acres of private gardens and woods and is the perfect setting for a romantic break. The hotel has its own tarn where you can fish for brown trout and enjoy the silence and fabulous views over Lake Windermere. Each evening comfy sofas, crackling log fires and unstuffy service help you unwind and relax amid great scenery. Linthwaite is arguably one of the finest Windermere hotels. It is a retreat where you will be looked after from the moment you arrive.

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.

Bower House Inn - This 17th-century inn is very accessible to travellers in the Western Lakeland. Nestled in the Eskdale Valley, Bower House is less than 4 miles (6.4 km) from the main Cumbrian coast. Each room is comfortably furnished with an en suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi and a TV with Freeview. Rooms are spread across 3 different buildings. Within walking distance are Scafell, Great Gabel, Wastwater and the Ravenglass & Eskdale Narrow Guage Railway.

Premier Inn Carlisle (M6 Junction 44) - Just off junction 44 of the M6 motorway, only 2 miles (3.2 km) from Carlisle's city centre and within easy reach of the Lake District, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Carlisle (M6 Junction 44) is within easy reach of Hadrian's Wall and the Solway Firth. The hotel is also only one motorway junction from Gretna Green and the Gretna Gateway Outlet Village, a development of discount factory shops. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and all of the rooms have satellite TV and telephone/modem points. Some rooms 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. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site restaurant and bar offers good food and drink at reasonable prices.

Scafell Hotel - The Scafell Hotel is located in the very heart of Borrowdale, considered by many as England's finest valley. The hotel is surrounded by mighty fells, tranquil meadows and crystal clear waters. The Hotel is situated almost at the foot of Great Gable and the Scafell Massif and is, therefore, an excellent centre for walking either in the valley, along river banks, the Derwentwater lake shore,the fells or on Lakelands highest peaks. For those wishing to tour around it is an ideal centre from which to visit other Lake District locations. Those who are content with gentle rambling or just lazing on restful lawns fringed by trees amidst imposing scenery will be equally happy staying here. The comfortable bedrooms, beautifully decorated and some furnished with traditional antique furniture, are all equipped with private facilities,TV, radio and tea / coffee making facilities. The public rooms have been tastefully furnished, including the elegantly re- furnished lounge and restaurant where one can enjoy excellent fare prepared by skilled chefs. Under the direction for the past 34 years of the owner,Miles Jessop and now newly arrived Managing Director Andrew Nelson who together with the management and staff of the Scafell Hotel offer an efficient and friendly service, so making this comfortable Hotel a perfect base for exploring the Lake District.

Hampsfell House Hotel - A Lake District gem, nestled in nearly 2 acres of private grounds surrounded by woodland and a few minutes' walk from town and sea. Hampsfell House Hotel is renowned for great food and wonderful hospitality, offering peace and tranquillity in a beautiful and relaxed setting. Here you will find a home away from home, with comfortable lounges, log fires, stunning grounds and excellent service. There is ample free parking within the hotel grounds. Special offer available from Sunday to Thursday: stay 3 nights and only pay for 2 (between April 1 and October 31).

Lodore Falls Hotel - Overlooking Derwentwater, this elegant hotel is set within 40 acres of beautiful Lake District countryside, making it the ideal base for exploring the stunning scenery. Situated next to woodland trails and the dramatic Lodore Falls, the hotel is also only 5 miles away from Keswick. There is even a boat launch to Keswick from the hotel where you can take advantage of the free use of Keswick Golf Club during your stay (Monday to Friday). The Lake District has everything to offer if you are stressed and are in need of a restful break, so why not combine this with a visit to the Lake District Spa and beauty salon, where the friendly therapists will look after your well being?

Royal Hotel - Nestled peacefully amongst the Eastern Lakeland Fells and located on many of the best-loved Lakeland walks, this charming country retreat is ideal for a peaceful break in Dockray. Run by a charismatic and friendly family, the hotel provides a relaxed, informal but efficient service, well suited to the Lakeland way of life. The Helvellyn and High Street mountain ranges are right on the doorstep, which makes The Royal Hotel an ideal and comfortable base for walkers. The facilities include 10 en suite bedrooms, a large restaurant and a bar that boasts a fine selection of wines, locally produced Real Ales and malt whiskies.

Richardson Beech Hill Hotel - We offer our guests four types of room accommodation, Classic, Select, Select Plus and Premier, and provide ... ...Award-winning food and service in our 2 aa Rosette awarded restaurant. Facilities include a newly refurbished indoor heated pool and sauna. The choice of rooms enable us to meet the variations in accommodation which our guests seek, while offering to all guests the high standard of comfort, features and facilities that one would expect from one of the leading hotels in the Lake District.

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.

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.

Lonsdale House - Lonsdale House offers welcoming and modern 4-star luxury just a short stroll from Lake Windermere. Enjoy a superb cooked breakfast, free Wi-Fi and high standards throughout. Local restaurants, the Beatrix Potter attraction, bars and shops are within walking distance. All the fantastic rooms are en suite, and very well decorated. Rooms have an extensive free video library, free toiletries and sherry, and refreshments. Breakfast is made with locally sourced produce; enjoy as much tea, coffee and toast as you can manage. Lonsdale House holds the coveted Visit Britain Silver Host Award, and the 'UK Accommodation of the Year Award'.