Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Windermere travel guide

Windermere Tourism | Windermere Guide

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.

Article

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
$349
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in April
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 62 miles from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 21h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 109 miles from Windermere. You’ll find branches of Sixt 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 62 miles from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 21h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 109 miles from Windermere. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Final Rentals, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

Lufthansa
Good (8,277 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,587 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,102 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,360 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,542 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,769 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,445 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
Show more

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 $178 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $328 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere

Most booked hotels in Windermere

See all
Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$267+
View
Brathay Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$182+
View
Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$186+
View
The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$188+
View
The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$248+
View
The Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn, Ambleside
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$188+
View

Hiring a car in Windermere

Hiring a car in Windermere costs $94 per day, on average, or $189 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, 51% 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 $39.93 and $53.24. 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 car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Windermere costs $94 per day, on average, or $189 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, 51% 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 $39.93 and $53.24. 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 car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.