Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 April
Estimated hotel price
$354
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in April
Estimated hotel price
$354
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 99 km from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 24h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 176 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Final Rentals, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Windermere doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 99 km from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 24h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 176 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Final Rentals, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,694 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,453 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,833 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,534 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,454 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 $183 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $330 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, Excellent reviews)
$278+
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Brathay Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$186+
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Woodlands
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$141+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$230+
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Hiring a car in Windermere

Hiring a car in Windermere costs $98 per day, on average, or $196 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 50% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $3.33 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $39.90 and $53.20. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Full-size (Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Peugeot 5008 or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Windermere costs $98 per day, on average, or $196 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 50% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $3.33 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $39.90 and $53.20. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Full-size (Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cargo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Peugeot 5008 or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.