Lakes Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Lake Windermere

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Front of property
Penthouse with Roof Top Hot Tub (Adults Only) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Standard Double room with Hot Tub (Adults Only) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Penthouse with Roof Top Hot Tub (Adults Only) | Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Kendal Road, Bowness, Windermere, England, LA23 3EP
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowness Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment on Two Levels with Built in Beds (Duplex)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Snug Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Small Double

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Sleeps Six)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Room (Sleeps Three)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse with Roof Top Hot Tub (Adults Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment on Two Levels (DUPLEX)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double room with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lake Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Roof Top Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only) (DUPLEX)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bowness Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Windermere Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room with Hot Tub (Small, Adults only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ground Floor Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Suite with Hot Tub sleeps 4 (Adults Only)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Cosy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Cosy Double Room with Bunk/Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Exterior Double Room (Direct Access to Lakes Spa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Windermere

City center stay.Within a 5-minute walk of this Windermere hotel, you'll find Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. Old Laundry Theatre and World of Beatrix Potter are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 4 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bowness Tap Rooms - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Lakes Hotel and Spa

5-star luxury hotel near Lake Windermere
Lakes Hotel and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, 15 hot tubs, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A fitness center, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Lakes Hotel and Spa. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Windermere hotel is smoke free.

  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Lakes Hotel and Spa offers 57 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Lakes Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (GBP 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 12.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Children are permitted in the indoor pool from 8 AM to 2 PM, with last entrance at 1 PM. Last entrance for adults is 9:45 PM.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Best Western Burnside Hotel Windermere
Best Western Burnside Hotel
Best Western Burnside Windermere
Best Western Burnside
Burnside Hotel Bowness On Windermere
Burnside Hotel BW Premier Collection Windermere
Burnside Hotel BW Premier Collection
Burnside BW Premier Collection Windermere
Burnside BW Premier Collection
The Burnside Hotel Hotel
The Burnside Hotel Windermere
The Burnside Hotel Windermere
Best Western The Burnside Hotel
The Burnside Hotel Hotel Windermere
The Burnside Hotel BW Premier Collection
The Burnside Hotel
Lakes Hotel and Spa Hotel
Lakes Hotel and Spa Windermere
Lakes Hotel and Spa Hotel Windermere

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakes Hotel and Spa to the airport?

Lakes Hotel and Spa is 90.3 mi (102-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakes Hotel and Spa?

As of Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakes Hotel and Spa on Jan 5, 2026 start from $158.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lakes Hotel and Spa have an airport shuttle?

Lakes Hotel and Spa offers an airport shuttle.

Does Lakes Hotel and Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Lakes Hotel and Spa, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Lakes Hotel and Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lakes Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Lakes Hotel and Spa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 12.00 per night.

Does Lakes Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Lakes Hotel and Spa features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM.

Does Lakes Hotel and Spa have a restaurant?

Lakes Hotel and Spa is home to The Bar, which features British cuisine.

Does Lakes Hotel and Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Lakes Spa, where you can enjoy mani/pedis, body wraps, and facials.

How close is Lakes Hotel and Spa to downtown Windermere?

Lakes Hotel and Spa is 0.3 mi away from Bowness-on-Windermere.

Lakes Hotel and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 986 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1210 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, amazing facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely Stay

We had a superior room which needs updating as a bit tired - needs coffee machine (who drinks instant from a packet today) Shower not powerful and very poor lighting. However the view of the lake was just lovely to see last thing at night and first thing in the morning.The food was incredible especially the asian restaurant. The staff are so friendly and helpful. Didn't rate the spa but a nice added extra for those who like it. Location is perfect so close to the centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel and Friendly staff

Amazing hotel and great location and breakfast was delicious. Coniseige Andy was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We cannot wait to return.

We visited on Sunday 21st September and fell in love with this hotel. We are already planning out next visit. We were greeted by name when we drove up to the gate, so to the 5* service had already begun. There is plenty of parking on site. The entrance and reception area are beautiful. Alicia attended to us straight away and we had been offered an upgrade for my partner Birthday and also some complimentary prosecco. We were upgraded from a Double to a Double or Cosy Double with a Hot Tub. We were so grateful. We were shown to our room 232, which had a HUGE bed and TV. It also had a Hot Tub. (We sat in the hot tub in the morning with the sun beaming down on our faces). Alicia showed us around the hotel and to the restaurants, the breakfast room etc. Her Customer Service was definitely 5*. We decided to eat dinner in the pub before going to the spa for an evening session. The food was very tasty there. The spa was a great size and had plenty of seating.Although the sauna is small, we used it 3x without anybody else coming in. Breakfast offered a large array different foods from cheeses and meats to pastries/ toast and cooked breakfast. We had fruit, cooked breakfast and a blueberry muffin for later and it was all delicious. The hotel is also very beautiful and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent two days here for our honeymoon. Fantastic spa hotel with amazing staff. The food was brilliant and not too expensive. Room was extremely roomy and comfortable. The massages were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary 2 night stay

We had a wonderful 2 days celebrating our anniversary here. We were greeted by Lauren who checked us in and offered us a glass of fizz before showing us round the hotel and to our room. The room was perfect with the hot tub on the balcony an extra indulgence. Very clean with Elemis toiletries for us to use. We ate in the cocktail bar/restaurant on our first evening and had the tapas which was delicious. Konrad in the bar was very attentive and made us the perfect cocktails. We ventured into the spa during our visit which was very relaxing - we didn’t have any treatments but did see that they were reasonably priced. All the staff here couldn’t do enough for us and when we asked for advice on where to go for live music, Lesley found places for us and offered us a lift into Bowness in the Bentley with more local information given from Mark who drove us in. We absolutely loved the hotel and our stay and will be back next year to celebrate another years anniversary!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eilidh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, beautiful spa and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mini break at the lakes hotel

Best hotel we've stopped in in bowness by a country mile. We will definitely be going back there. Room was fantastic, food and drinks were fantastic, spa was fantastic and a complimentary chauffeur service into the village. Brilliant hotel ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing spa stay

We had an incredible weekend and the facilities were amazing. The staff were very welcoming and we will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, felt like a luxury experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay Staff very friendly and approachable Mizumi restaurant Excellent food and service spa facilities very good and treatment was lovely and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
V
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was second to none. Room amazing as was the service. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shania

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Couldn’t fault this hotel at all, we will be back x
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel we have ever stayed in. Staff couldn’t do enough for us
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10

It was the nicest hotel I have ever had the pleasure of going to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Clare

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place, lacked some finishing touches

Bathroom very small and room was missing the finishing touches. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. The spa treatments were great, bit pricey. The spa facilities were disappointing, not a big area and could have had some more loungers. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Kevin uk

We stayed in one of the rooms next to the Spa on the ground floor it was small and we heard a lot of noise from the rooms above. We got 3/4 star for a 5 star price. We were also charged £12 per day for parking even though we had paid £300 per night bed and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025