Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 February
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in February
Estimated hotel price
$97
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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Windermere to Leeds takes 1h 06m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 05m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windermere, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Windermere takes 65 miles and will cost you around $14. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 70 miles.

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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Windermere to Leeds takes 1h 06m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about $47 for a 3h 05m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windermere, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Windermere takes 65 miles and will cost you around $14. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $11 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (893 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 $150 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $229 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, 2716 reviews)
$194+
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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2012 reviews)
$189+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2850 reviews)
$133+
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Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1355 reviews)
$169+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1828 reviews)
$117+
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Yha Windermere
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 680 reviews)
$53+
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Renting a car in Windermere

Expect to pay $6.74 per gallon in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $80.86 and $107.81. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $6.74 per gallon in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $80.86 and $107.81. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.