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.
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
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 Boston and takes around 9h 50m.
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 Avis, among others, in Edinburgh.
Airlines serving Windermere
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 $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $231 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere
Most booked hotels in Windermere
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, 44% more expensive than at Manchester.
Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Full-size (Volkswagen Multivan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.