Hillthwaite House Hotel - This friendly, family-run hotel located between Windermere and Bowness has stunning views towards Lake Windermere, which is a short walk away. Set amid the beautiful surroundings of the Lake District, Hillthwaite House Hotel is ideal for all types of break. There is a swimming pool, steam room, sauna and gardens at the hotel, as well as a terrace looking towards Lake Windermere and Wetherlam, Crinkle Craggs, The Old Man of Coniston and Langdale Pikes. The restaurant offers lovely views and local produce. All bedrooms are individually appointed and some have free internet access

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 Melbreak Country Hotel - This family-run hotel rests on the western edge of the Lake District, offering dramatic, panoramic views of the Loweswater Valley and mountains beyond. Set against the imposing Melbreak, from which the hotel takes it name, and the rugged coastline of the Solway Firth, this country house hotel lies in 3 acres of idyllic grounds. The new Conservatory Restaurant provides superb views of the surrounding landscape. The lounge bar, popular with locals and guests alike, is a relaxing place to enjoy a drink or light snack. Conveniently positioned just off the A66, the main route through the North Lakes, The Melbreak Country Hotel offers easy access for Workington and the Cumbrian coast.

Craig Manor Hotel - On the brow of a hill overlooking Lake Windermere, the Langdale Pikes and the surrounding mountains, the Craig Manor Hotel has a superb location, just a short stroll from Bowness. Surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District, the hotel is within easy reach of the village of Bowness, with its pubs, shops, cafes and museum. The lakeshore is also just a short walk away. From there, you could take a cruise to nearby Ambleside. Guests have complimentary use of the facilities of the nearby Parklands Leisure Club, which is just 5 minutes' drive from the hotel. The leisure club has a swimming pool, multi-gym and badminton and squash courts, as well as a steam room, sauna and jacuzzi. All of the rooms are tastefully furnished and well equipped, with every comfort and facility you would expect from a 3-star hotel. Whether you are looking for a comfortable base from which to explore the English lakes or visiting for a relaxing break, the hotel offers a warm welcome.

Macdonald Leeming House - Nestled amid 22 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds on the shores of Ullswater Lake, this elegant Regency house boasts an idyllic position in the magnificent Lake District National Park. Once a private residence, Macdonald Leeming House has been transformed into luxurious accommodation offering 41 comfortable bedrooms, an awarding-winning two AA Rosette restaurant and breathtaking views of the Cumbrian Fells. Despite its tranquil surroundings, Leeming House is only a 15-minute drive from the M6 motorway and features a private helipad.

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.

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.

Moss Grove Organic Hotel - Following 8 months of renovations, detailed research and innovative thought, this beautiful Victorian house has re-opened as what the owners believe to be the first organic hotel in the region. With a host of eco-friendly features blended with uncompromising quality, from the organic clay paints to the filtered water throughout the property, the ethos of reducing the environmental and carbon impact is applied. Set in the centre of Grasmere, Moss Grove Hotel features 11 rooms, each one unique in character, shape, design and ambiance. All share a relaxed and totally natural style to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Ravenstone Hotel - This family-run country hotel has mature gardens, an excellent food reputation, and spectacular views towards Bassenthwaite Lake and Skiddaw, 4 miles (6.4 km) from Keswick. The welcoming Ravenstone Hotel is surrounded by open countryside. All bedrooms have fantastic views of the Lake District. The restaurant mixes traditional and modern dishes and has an extensive wine cellar. There is a bar with an open fire and a games room with a full-size snooker table, a pool table and table tennis table. The comfortable and spacious lounge has a warming fire and stunning views through the picture windows.

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.

Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel - This superb country house hotel is set in 6 acres of beautiful gardens and overlooks the breathtaking scenery of Lake Windermere with the fells beyond. With a tranquil, idyllic setting, Lindeth Howe is the perfect antidote to a hectic modern life. The house was previously owned by the much-loved childrens author Beatrix Potter and you can still feel her presence today. All of the hotels rooms are elegantly furnished and some feature fabulous views of Lake Windermere. The hotels restaurant offers lunch, dinner and afternoon tea and has recently received 2 AA Rosettes. Guests can also relax by the indoor pool; enjoy the sauna and fitness room; or indulge themselves with various body therapy massages. Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout. Lindeth Howe has recently been awarded a Gold Award from VisitBritain, to add to its 4-star rating from the AA.

The Mary Mount Hotel - In 4.5 acres of woodland gardens, on the shores of Derwentwater, this charming family-run hotel has a beautiful, peaceful location, surrounded by the stunning scenery of the Lake District. With the natural beauty of the picturesque Borrowdale Valley all around, the Mary Mount Hotel has a peaceful country house atmosphere. There are walks around the lake, and to the nearby fells, leaving right from the hotel's front door. All of the en suite rooms have full central heating, TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms have views across the lake, while others look out onto the pleasant grounds. Dogs are welcome in some of the rooms. The hotel's cosy oak-panelled bar has a real open fire for the colder winter months. The licensed restaurant has large picture windows with spectacular panoramic views across Derwentwater to the fells beyond. The restaurant offers an ? la carte menu and a regional wine list.

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.

Ellerthwaite Lodge - Awarded 4 silver stars, this charming 19th-century house provides friendly, comfortable accommodation in the traditional Lakes town of Windermere. Ellerthwaite Lodge is just a 10-minute walk from the train station. A 4-star guest house, Ellerthwaite Lodge was refurbished in 2008 and now provides stylish en suite rooms, each with bespoke furnishings and a flat-screen TV. The guest lounge provides a relaxing area, with panoramic views and leather sofas. The lodge is just a 2-minute walk from tranquil Windermere town centre, with its variety of shops and its selection of good restaurants. The village of Bowness and the shores of Lake Windermere are also just a short stroll away, providing the opportunity to try your hand at a number of water sports.

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.

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.

The Roundthorn Country House - This Grade II listed Georgian mansion is set in its own landscaped grounds and enjoys panoramic views of the Eden Valley, the Pennines and Lakeland Fells. Overlooking the busy market town of Penrith, the Roundthorn Country House is located in an extremely peaceful and secluded environment, only minutes from the M6 and A66. All of the en suite rooms are unique in character and furnished to the highest standard. The house has its own bar/lounge and a cosy residents' lounge with a real fire in the winter where you can relax and unwind. Served in the Eden Room each morning, the Great Cumbrian Breakfast is guaranteed to prepare you for the day ahead. The bar/lounge area and several bedrooms and en suite bathrooms have been upgraded and refurbished in early 2008. The hotel has since been awarded a 5-Star Silver rating in the guest accommodation category by VisitBritain.

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.

Premier Inn Kendal (Killington Lake) - The Premier Inn Kendal is right by the M6, yet attractively beside Killington Lake. The hotel has family friendly en suite rooms and free parking, all within easy reach of the Lake District. Some rooms at Premier Inn Kendal (Killington Lake) can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). One child can get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

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.

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel - Set in the heart of the Lake District National Park, in the picturesque Langdale Valley, the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is set in 6 acres of mature gardens and pasture. Numerous lakes nearby enable water sports including water skiing, swimming and boat hire. Other local activities range from golf, to horse riding and shopping in nearby Ambleside and Windermere. The views are breathtaking across Lakeland and the Langdale Pikes, providing a stunning setting for those wishing to hike and walk. All rooms are individually and comfortably furnished, with dramatic views across the valley. Some rooms include a flat-screen TV. New Dungeon Ghyll's restaurant overlooks the patio and to the lawn with the Lakeland fells beyond. Before dining, guests may relax over a drink in the Walker's Bar.

Gilpin Lodge - Set in the southern Lake District, luxurious Gilpin Lodge has excellent rooms and 3 AA Rosettes for its first-rate food. It is surrounded by beautiful moors, woodland and country gardens. The hotel is opposite Windermere Golf Club and 2 miles (3.2 km) from Lake Windermere. Most bedrooms have lounge areas, many with patio doors leading to beautiful gardens with private hot tubs or spa baths. The Relais and Chateaux hotel is a haven of calm, with no weddings or groups. It was fully refurbished through 2007/ 8.

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.

The Gold Rill Hotel - Situated in a quiet corner of Grasmere, overlooking the lake and surrounded by majestic fells, this hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from the village centre. The warm and friendly hotel stands in one acre of beautiful gardens with an outdoor swimming pool and a putting green. There is also a private pier on the lake shore. The hotel has 2 spacious and light guest lounges, which have panoramic views of the surrounding fells. On chilly days there is a log fire and a selection of board games and magazines.

The George Hotel - In the centre of Keswick, the George Hotel is the town's oldest coaching inn; carefully restored to its former glory, the inn now offers en suite accommodation and a welcoming wood-beamed bar. Sensitively refurbished, the George Hotel still boasts many attractive original features and the heavily beamed rooms are full of antique objects and furniture. The cosy bar offers a range of real ales from the cask and a homely real fire, which glows through the winter nights. The adjoining ? la carte restaurant offers traditional food with a modern twist There are 13 en suite rooms, all of which are tastefully appointed and well equipped, with TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, radio alarm clocks and hairdryers. The George Hotel's convenient location in the heart of Keswick makes it a good base from which to explore the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District.

Appleby Manor Country House Hotel - A true country house surrounded by magnificent mountains and fells of the Lake District and North Pennines. Set in half a million acres of some of the loveliest countryside in England. The Appleby Manor Country House Hotel is beautifully located in wooded grounds overlooking Appleby Castle. Here you will find a place to relax, sit back and enjoy real pleasure. Open log fires, a fine selection of wines and whiskys, together with an award winning restaurant, excellent bedrooms and superb views over the Eden Valley.

Langdale Hotel and Country Club - Founded on the site of an abandoned 19th century gunpowder works and featuring carefully preserved reminders of its history, this estate offers a superb range of facilities. Choose from the 2 restaurants, 3 bars and a traditional Lakeland pub. Use the excellent leisure facilities, which include a heated indoor pool. The Langdale Hotel offers an unusual blend of luxury with a more relaxed and casual atmosphere than a traditional Lake District hotel. Dotted with massive milestones and set in attractive surroundings, the hotel is an interesting and comfortable place to stay.

Ye Olde Fighting Cocks - In the picturesque village of Arnside, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, this traditional country inn boasts wonderful views over the Kent estuary and the mountains of the Lake District. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks offers comfortable en suite bed-and-breakfast accommodation, ideal for the English Lake District and the surrounding Arnside and Silverdale areas of outstanding natural beauty. With scenic views across Morecambe Bay to the Lake District and with plenty of seashore and fell walking, the inn makes a great base from which to explore the area. All of the beautifully refurbished en suite rooms have TVs, hairdryers, trouser presses, radio alarms and tea/coffee making facilities. The rooms boast fantastic views out over the bay and the mouth of the River Kent to the mountains. The bar is well stocked with traditional beers, lagers and wines and there is a real fire for the winter months. Food is home-cooked and freshly prepared, with daily specials. Outside, a terraced garden allows you to watch the river go by or do a spot of bird watching. Facilities include a car park and a barn where bicycles can be locked away. Arnside's railway station is just 300 metres away and offers fast, easy and convenient access to the rest of the Lake District. Free parking is available on site. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks is family run, and your hosts, Mike and Lesley Coop, pride themselves on the warm, friendly welcome they offer.

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.