Windermere Hillthwaite Hotel

4-star country hotel with panoramic lake views in Windermere

Panoramic Terrace & Scenic Grounds

Windermere Hillthwaite Hotel sits on an elevated hillside with a terrace offering wide views over Lake Windermere and the Lakeland fells. The surrounding gardens are well maintained and include a sun terrace, picnic area, and outdoor furniture for guests to use. The guest lounge features a log fire and large windows that frame the same lake and mountain scenery.

Heated Indoor Pool & Spa Facilities

The hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool that is open all year and can be booked for private 30-minute slots. A sauna is available alongside the pool, and towels are provided for guests. The pool area is kept clean and includes a shallow end, though the steam room was reported out of order during some stays.

Dining & Culinary Offerings

The on-site restaurant serves breakfast and dinner with options including a full Cumbrian breakfast, afternoon tea, and a three-course evening menu that changes daily? (actually the menu stays the same across the week). Guests on half-board packages can order starters and mains, and the Sunday roast is noted as a highlight. Special dietary menus, kids' meals, and packed lunches are available on request.

Accommodations & Room Options

Hillthwaite Hotel offers classic double, cosy double, classic plus, occasion, and superior rooms, some with lake views and balconies. The occasion rooms are larger and include separate sitting areas or balconies, while dog-friendly rooms are available in the annexe. Returning guests sometimes receive complimentary upgrades, and the hotel provides bathrobes, slippers, and in-room spa treatments on request.

Location & Local Attractions

The hotel is a 15-minute walk from The World of Beatrix Potter and 15 km from Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth. It sits between Windermere village and Bowness-on-Windermere, each about a 15-20 minute walk away, with bus stops at the bottom of the hill. Guests have easy access to Lake Windermere boat trips, hiking trails, and the nearby towns of Ambleside and Kendal.

• View: Panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Windermere and the Lakeland fells
• Pool: Heated indoor swimming pool with private booking slots and a sauna
• Dining: Cumbrian breakfast, afternoon tea, and Sunday roast in the restaurant
• Rooms: Occasion rooms with separate sitting areas; dog-friendly options available
• Location: 15 minutes' walk to Beatrix Potter attraction; between Windermere and Bowness
• Family & Pet: Child-friendly policy combined with dog-friendly amenities