Top Boutique Hotels in Cumbria (2026)

1692 Wasdale is closed to Gosforth and features a garden, terrace and shared lounge. Rooms include a patio with a sea view. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The rooms in 1692 Wasdale are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hair dryer. Guests at the accommodations can enjoy a continental or a Full English/Irish breakfast. The area is popular for fell walking and wild water swimming. Scafell Pike is 5.6 mi away and Wastwater Lake is 3.1 mi away. Staff at reception can assist around the clock with guidance on the area. Windermere is 1.5 hours away and Keswick is 1 hour away.

- "Loved the surrounding area (with the alpacas). The room & bed were both super comfortable to stay in. Really enjoyed all the little touches in the decor and the services provided (cake in the afternoon, breakfast was amazing, great recommendations of nearby restaurant, the mini bar had tons of options). Staff very friendly and welcoming. Very close to the deepest lake in England - would definitely come back and stay here!" - "Modern accommodation. Obviously a lot of thought has gone into making our stay as comfortable as possible. Nice attention to detail in both the room and communal areas."

Brooklands Guest House is 5 minutes' walk from Penrith town center. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property. The individually designed rooms and suites all include a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge. All have private bathrooms with a bath or shower, and a hairdryer. Guests can order breakfast each morning and choose from fruit juice, fresh fruit, yogurt, a selection of cereals and oatcakes and cheese. All breakfasts are cooked to order using Cumbrian produce. Newcastle International Airport is 49 mi away.

- "More like a boutique hotel than a guest house. Lovely room, great breakfast, great facilities in the room. Highly recommended" - "Location/ welcome/ security/ ambience/ standards/ EVERYTHING- it was perfect 👍" - "Our Host Sue provided exceptional service, from start to finish. Catering for our dietary requirements greatly, breakfast was delicious our room was always clean and the bed was super comfy and our room warm, sue is lovely and really does go above and beyond. Would highly recommend staying here. Thank you Pep, bear and Sue."

This 150-year-old country house guest accommodations is in quiet gardens, 2297 feet from Windermere town center. It has free Wi-Fi, free parking and a lounge/bar. Cedar Manor is in the heart of the Lake District, a short walk from Windermere's shops, cafes and restaurants. It is 1969 feet from Windermere Rail Station and a 10-minute walk from the lake. The hotel mixes original features with modern comforts. The rooms with attached bathroom have flat-screen TV's, hairdryers, iPod docking stations and well-stocked tea and coffee making facilities. A full English breakfast is available each morning. The Cedar Manor's lounge, bar and restaurant look out over the hotel's beautiful gardens.

- "Very friendly, clean, good location and excellent breakfast" - "The Cedar Manor was exceptional, the room more than exceeded expectation and had everything we needed and more. The staff were very friendly, parking was easy and the food absolutely delightful and of a five star standard. Would definitely be back and for a longer stay." - "Breakfast was fantastic fresh and tasty Rooms clean and tidy" - "It was so peaceful and friendly A perfect relaxing time away"

Absoluxe Suites offers accommodations in Kirkby Lonsdale, 15 miles from Kendal Castle and 17 miles from Cathedral Church of St Peter. The bed and breakfast, set in a building dating back to 19th century, is 17 miles from Trough of Bowland and 22 miles from World of Beatrix Potter. The bed and breakfast provides a hot tub and daily room service. At the bed and breakfast, all units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and a hair dryer. Free Wifi is available to all guests, while some rooms will provide you with a patio. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruit, and juice are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Lancaster Castle is 18 miles from Absoluxe Suites, while Lancaster University is 23 miles away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 51 miles from the accommodation.

- "Unique and a one off" - "Excellent location. Breakfast at the hotel down the rd was really good. Apartment beautifully presented well stocked with everything you may need for a few nights away and furnished and themed to a very high standard" - "The best accommodation we’ve stayed in." - "Everything there was nothing not to like" - "The finishing touches are just excellent. Great location too." - "It was central to location, clean and smelt nice,"

Just 1804 feet from Windermere Railway Station, in the town center, the Hideaway at Windermere provides modern bed and breakfast accommodations with stylish rooms and great service. This guest house is exclusively for adults and completely nonsmoking. In the mornings, full English breakfast is available and is cooked to order. Complimentary tea and cakes are also served in the afternoons. The Hideaway is a 10-minute walk from the village of center of Windermere and a 30-minute stroll from Bowness. Ambleside is just 10 minutes' drive away and Kendal is a 15-minute drive from the property.

- "Location" - "The Hosts were fantastic on arrival we were greeted by Richard and were checked in he took the time to book a taxi for us and then we were shown to our lovely room and then given 2 pieces of Victoria sponge which was absolutely lovely breakfast was the best breakfast we have had and set us up for the day just wished we had stayed for more than one night but there is always next time" - "Wow! Richard is a brilliant host. Nothing is too much trouble. The hotel is spotlessly clean. The room was lovely and warm and tastefully decorated. It's a fantastic location with ample parking. The breakfast was plentiful and good quality produce. Homemade cake on arrival was a bonus and very tasty"

Built from traditional Lakeland stone, Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside offers fresh cooked breakfasts and bright bedrooms with private bathrooms. In the center of beautiful Ambleside, there is also free parking. The family-run Hillsdale B&B offers rooms with decorative cushions and colorful artwork. All rooms have tea and coffee facilities with luxury biscuits, and feature a TV and hairdryer. The property offers several breakfast options including vegetarian and full English choices. There are also a number of local restaurants within comfortable walking distance. Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside is centrally located for exploring the nearby fells and lakes, with Lake Windermere just 15 minutes’ walk away. The owner’s offer expert local knowledge, and can assist with leisure and travel arrangements.

- "It was perfect. Great location, immaculately clean. Lovely hosts. Couldn’t do enough for us and a fabulous breakfast" - "Room was compact, but beautifully furnished with quality fittings. The bathroom had a large walk in shower. Plenty of tea/coffee. Full size wardrobe with hangers, spare pillows, heater and fan available. There was a great breakfast choice, and arrived hot and tasty. Proprietor was friendly, and interested but not overbearing ."

Just half a mile from Grange-over-Sands Rail Station, The Grange Boutique Hotel offers free parking and a central Lake District location. Set within a classic Victorian building, The Grange Boutique Hotel has spacious rooms with private bathrooms. All rooms are elegantly decorated, and feature tea and coffee making facilities and free Wi-Fi. The Grange Boutique Hotel has a guest lounge where a selection of beverages can be served. There is also a private terrace garden and a breakfast room, where a continental buffet and cooked options are available. The Grange Boutique Hotel features a central location in Grange-over-Sands, on the outskirts of the Cumbrian Lake District. Numerous local walks start close by, including the Cumbria Coastal Path and Cistercian Way.

- "Very clean and spacious, Jackie was pleasant and very helpful." - "The welcome and the hotel is absolutely top notch. Everything from the quality of the accommodation, the amenities, everything you could wish for was supplied and it was so comfortable and high quality." - "Jackie very welcoming and lovely facilities and relaxed atmosphere" - "Amazing impulsive booking at very short notice and resulted in a very pleasant stay, in an amazing self contained suite with our own private entrance and a very comfortable room. Breakfast delivered to us in the room was a very nice touch too and made the entire experience memorable. Great location and good local food options too."

Forest Side is an attractive, secluded Victorian stately hotel, located in wooded estate in the Lake District. It is located at Wordsworth's picturesque Grasmere village. Home to wild deer, red squirrels and a badger set. This traditional stately home built by the Earl of Lonsdale reflects the style and seclusion of the era, and has magnificent views and a unique and elegant interior. The staff make every effort to make Forest Side somewhere to relax and de-stress. Our guests can enjoy walking around our grounds. Holding a much envied position on the lower slopes of Butter Crag, a short stroll down the sweeping private driveway from the hotel itself, lies Grasmere Village, Wordsworths inspiration, from the creative romantic, to the serious fell walker, there is a side of Grasmere that everyone can fall in love with.

- "Superbly clean, equipped and comfortable." - "A rare and amazing example of where staying at accomodation is a wonderful and memorable experience. Perfect in all aspects of our stay ! Many Thanks Tony, Sue & Jessica Westcott - Melbourne Australia" - "Dinner was amazing, the service excellent. Loved watching the squirrels in the morning while we are breakfast." - "Beautiful hotel. Surprised to see the two Michelin stars!!" - "Gorgeous. Well located. Amazing staff. Michelin restaurant."

In Bowness village, a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere, this Victorian guest house still retains many of its original features. Offering free off-road parking, free Wi-Fi, and peaceful private gardens it is an ideal base for exploring Windermere and the Lake District. Rooms at Oakfold House are elegant in style, and some have traditional fireplaces. Each has an private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and a drinks tray for tea, coffee and biscuits. A full Cumbrian breakfast is served each morning with meat sourced from award-winning local butchers Higginsons of Grange. Lighter options are also available including Scottish smoked salmon, grilled kippers and bircher muesli.

- "Second visit and although the host had changed since last year it was still a great stay. Amazing food and choice" - "Ideally located and spotlessly clean." - "Hosts are very welcoming and you can tell they take a lot of pride in Oakfold House. Great location. Very nice rooms. Very clean." - "A lovely accommodation, spotless and with every little detail, run but the nicest hosts. Very nice breakfast with options to suit everyone, vegetarian included. If you are visiting the area or on your way, this is the place to stay."

Located in Kirkby Lonsdale, 17 miles from Trough of Bowland and 24 miles from World of Beatrix Potter, Fell View Park Escape Pods with hot tubs provides accommodations with free WiFi, a garden with a terrace, and access to a hot tub. All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, shower and hot tub. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Kendal Castle is 16 miles from the lodge, while Cathedral Church of St Peter is 17 miles away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 50 miles from Fell View Park Escape Pods with hot tubs.