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 March
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in March
Estimated hotel price
$92
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 Denver and takes around 12h.

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 GREEN MOTION and Dollar, 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 the United States departs from Denver and takes around 12h.

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 GREEN MOTION and Dollar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,298 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,467 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,107 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,240 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,697 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,462 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,027 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,557 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,854 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,537 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,635 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 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 $125 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $233 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 (9.1, 3611 reviews)
$195+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3682 reviews)
$131+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2172 reviews)
$119+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3230 reviews)
$162+
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The Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn, Ambleside
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2650 reviews)
$119+
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Yha Ambleside
1 star
Excellent (8.4, 2605 reviews)
$49+
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Renting a car in Windermere

Renting a car in Windermere costs $59 per day, on average, or $117 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 43% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51. Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Windermere, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Windermere costs $59 per day, on average, or $117 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 43% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.78 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 $105.39 and $140.51. Intermediate (Peugeot 5008 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Windermere, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.