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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Windermere to see all of its attractions.

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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 December
Estimated hotel price
$349
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in December
Estimated hotel price
$349
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 Melbourne and takes around 22h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Windermere. The train journey from Windermere to Glasgow takes 3h 15m and costs around $214 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about $225 for a 3h 15m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Windermere using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Windermere takes 113 km and will cost you around $20. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 137 km.

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 Melbourne and takes around 22h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Windermere. The train journey from Windermere to Glasgow takes 3h 15m and costs around $214 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about $225 for a 3h 15m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Budget, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Windermere using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Windermere takes 113 km and will cost you around $20. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about $19 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,870 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,820 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,333 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,281 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,904 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,155 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,724 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,842 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,180 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,231 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 $172 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $316 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere

Most booked hotels in Windermere

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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$350+
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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$281+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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Burn How Garden Hotel - Bowness on Windermere
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$173+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$236+
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Yha Ambleside Hostel
1 star
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$57+
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Hiring a car in Windermere

Expect to pay $2.69 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 $32.22 and $42.95. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.69 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 $32.22 and $42.95. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Compact (Ford Focus or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.