Introduction
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. Windermere deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Windermere

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hillthwaite (Hillthwaite Hotel) and The Ryebeck Hotel (Lyth Valley Road) are great picks.

When to visit Windermere

Windermere in April
Estimated hotel price
$432
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in April
Estimated hotel price
$432
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 62 miles from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 109 miles from Windermere. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Windermere doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 62 miles from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 30h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 109 miles from Windermere. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

Lufthansa
Good (8,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,044 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,602 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,804 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (929 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,583 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,818 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,406 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,371 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,274 reviews)
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Where to stay in Windermere

From 5-star hotels such as the Linthwaite House to great affordable options like the Elim House, Windermere offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $269 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $408 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere

Most booked hotels in Windermere

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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$378+
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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$432+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$235+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$413+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$275+
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Yha Ambleside Hostel
1 star
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$134+
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Hiring a car in Windermere

Expect to pay $3.65 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 $43.77 and $58.36. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Windermere, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.65 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 $43.77 and $58.36. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Windermere, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.