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Lakes Hotel and Spa
Staff went above and beyond especially considering I’d arrived a day early ! The manager and reception staff went out of their way to resolve the situation. Restaurant excellent, would recommend.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
Reception staff are lovely and very friendly Hotel has recently been upgraded and some work is still ongoing, some more work in the garden by the lake is required. There is a lovely pool, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room which we luckily had complementary access to due to the ongoing works. Be aware ...
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG
We stayed here just as a stop over and it was a very small and low double bed in a huge room. It wasnt the cleanest so I was glad I had slippers with me. Shower ceiling was too low for a 6'2 person so my partner had to crouch. The main parts of the hotel looked nice on arrival, but we didnt make ...
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Pine Lake Resort
Parking bays were very narrow but manageable. Evening meal was average. Room was good and the bed very comfortable
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Thurnham Hall Resort
Lovely location Beautiful apartment, clean and nicely presented. Lots of parking
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
Popular places to visit

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Sit in the front compartment and learn to operate this steam train, while capturing photos of the delightful Lake District scenery.

Fell Foot Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fell Foot Park, a lovely green space in Staveley-in-Cartmel. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lakeland Motor Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lakeland Motor Museum during your trip to Backbarrow. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Lakes Aqaurium
Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.
Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Learn about the local history of Ulverston with a stop at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.
Laurel and Hardy Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Laurel and Hardy Museum during your trip to Ulverston. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.
Things to do

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside

Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester

Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip





