To book your accommodation and/or conference at any of the hotels below please email or call the Essential Hotels reservations hotline on 0118 971 4700.
Duke of Edinburgh Hotel
Duke of Edinburgh Hotel
90 Abbey Road
Barrow-in-Furness
Cumbria
LA14 5QR
United Kingdom

The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel is conveniently placed in the centre of Barrow-in-Furness, one of the largest towns in Cumbria. Previously a Victorian venue, the hotel has been artfully updated to offer a boutique ambience. It has 30 bedrooms stocked with contemporary amenities, as well as a popular bar and grill.

The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel is located in Barrow-in-Furness centre.

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Hallmark Hotel Carlisle
Hallmark Hotel Carlisle
Courts Square
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 1QY
United Kingdom

The Hallmark Carlisle Hotel is a fine example of the Hallmark brand, combining a Victorian façade with a luxurious interior. The hotel is centrally located for visitors to Carlisle, and is next to the rail station. The Hallmark Carlisle has 70 bedrooms with complimentary wireless Internet access, a brasserie restaurant and function capacities for up to 200 guests.

The Hallmark Hotel Carlisle is located in Carlisle centre.

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Lakeside Hotel
Lakeside Hotel
Newby Bridge
Windermere
Cumbria
LA12 8AT
United Kingdom

The Lakeside Hotel is set on the shores of Lake Windermere and offers luxury and relaxation in an impressive package. The rooms are individually decorated and the attention to detail is excellent, while guests have a range of dining options courtesy of the hotel’s award-winning restaurants. Further to this, the leisure facilities at the Lakeside Hotel are first-rate, making this a really special venue for your visit to the Lake District.

The Lakeside Hotel is located approximately 1 mile from Newby Bridge centre.

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Macdonald Leeming House Hotel
Macdonald Leeming House Hotel
Watermillock
Ullswater
Cumbria
CA11 0JJ
United Kingdom

The Leeming House Hotel enjoys a superb location in 22 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodlands, overlooking Lake Ullswater. The hotel is set on a 200 year old estate, and combines traditional grace with modern comforts and facilities. The hotel also boasts an award-winning restaurant.

The Macdonald Leeming House Hotel is located approximately 3 miles from Pooley Bridge centre.

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Macdonald Old England Hotel
Macdonald Old England Hotel
Bowness-on-Winderemere
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3DF
United Kingdom

Set by the shores of Lake Windermere and commanding superb views, The Old England is a very well known Lake District hotel. The striking location is matched by the superior amenities contained within this four-star hotel. It has 106 bedrooms, a choice of meeting facilities, and a two AA-rosette restaurant.

The Macdonald Old England Hotel is located in Bowness-on-Windermere centre.

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Waterhead Hotel
Waterhead Hotel
Lake Road
Waterhead
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0ER
United Kingdom

The Waterhead Hotel in Ambleside is the Lake District’s only four-star townhouse hotel. It is set in beautiful gardens overlooking Windermere and with superb views of the magnificent Rydal Mount and the Old Man of Coniston. Comfortable, well-equipped rooms, a highly commended restaurant and excellent leisure facilities are highlights of this famous Lakeland hotel.

The Waterhead Hotel is located approximately 0.5 miles from Ambleside centre.

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The Wordsworth Hotel
The Wordsworth Hotel
Grasmere
Cumbria
LA22 9SW
United Kingdom

The Wordsworth Hotel is of course named for the famous local poet William Wordsworth. It is an attractive Victorian country house in the pretty village of Grasmere. It is a hotel with considerable style and charm, offering a host of facilities to make your stay a comfortable one. The hotel boasts a 2-rosette award winning restaurant and a traditional Lakeland inn next door, The Dove and Olive Branch.

The Wordsworth Hotel is located in Grasmere centre.

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The Belsfield Hotel
The Belsfield Hotel
Kendal Road
Bowness-on-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3EL
United Kingdom

The Belsfield Hotel is a Victorian country house, built in 1845 and set in 6 acres of landscaped gardens. It offers breathtaking views over Lake Windermere and is close to The Old England Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere. Part of the Corus hotel group, the Belsfield is an excellent choice for those looking for a relaxing retreat or for a base from which to explore The Lake District.

The Belsfield Hotel is located in Bowness-on-Windermere centre.

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Borrowdale Gates Country House Hotel
Borrowdale Gates Country House Hotel
Grange-on-Borrowdale
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5UQ
United Kingdom

This charming Victorian building is set in the picturesque Borrowdale Valley and is a beautiful setting for a warm and welcoming hotel, run by the fastidious resident owners. Borrowdale Gates is an elegant hotel, full of character, and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding fells, as well as an excellent base from which to explore this magical area.

Borrowdale Gates Country house Hotel is located approximately 4.5 miles from Keswick centre.

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Burn How Garden House Hotel
Burn How Garden House Hotel
Back Belsfield Road
Bowness-on-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3HH
United Kingdom

Set in the ever-popular location of Bowness-on-Windermere, the Burn How Garden House Hotel, or ‘The House on the Hill by the Stream’ as it is affectionately known, is less than 200 yards from beautiful Lake Windermere. Secluded and peaceful, yet within easy reach of all that this wonderful part of the country has to offer, Burn How is a comfortable retreat that visitors just love coming back to time and again.

Burn How Garden House Hotel is located in Bowness-on-Windermere centre.

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Crown & Mitre Hotel
Crown and Mitre Hotel
English Street
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 8HZ
United Kingdom

The Crown and Mitre Hotel is situated at the heart of Carlisle and boasts an imposing Edwardian style of architecture. The hotel is grand on both the inside and the outside, with features like an open fireplace and a staircase found under the property’s roof. There are 94 bedrooms at the hotel as well as nine meeting and event facilities, while there are also leisure areas in the shape of a swimming pool and a Jacuzzi.

The Crown and Mitre Hotel is located in Carlisle centre.

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Derwentwater Hotel
Derwentwater Hotel
Portinscale
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5RE
United Kingdom

The Derwentwater Hotel is set in 16 acres of striking Lakeland countryside. It is situated by the lake often described as ‘The Queen of the English Lakes’. Well-equipped and comfortable, this is an extremely pleasant hotel with a sharp focus on quality and luxury, and makes a great base from which to explore the region.

The Derwentwater Hotel is located approximately 2 miles from Keswick centre.

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Graythwaite Manor
Graythwaite Manor
Fernhill Road
Grange-over-Sands
Cumbria
LA11 7JE
United Kingdom

Located close to the coastal town of Grange-over-Sands, Graythwaite Manor is an elegant country house hotel. It has individually furnished rooms, elegant and spacious public areas and a very fine restaurant. The hotel also boasts 10-acres of beautiful gardens, making this a welcome retreat from the pressures of modern life.

Graythwaite Manor Hotel is located in Grange-over-Sands centre.

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Lodore Falls Hotel
Lodore Falls Hotel
Borrowdale
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5UX
United Kingdom

The Lodore Falls Hotel is a splendid and imposing hotel overlooking Derwentwater, with the spectacular Lodore Falls as a backdrop. It is set in 40 acres of attractive woodland and offers an excellent base from which to explore the Lake District. It has a great selection of facilities including 69 bedrooms and indoor and outdoor leisure amenities.

Lodore Falls Hotel is located approximately 3 miles from Keswick centre.

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Macdonald Swan Hotel
Macdonald Swan Hotel
Keswick Road
Grasmere
Cumbria
LA22 9RF
United Kingdom

The Swan is a famous hotel set in breathtaking surroundings, and commands superb views overlooking the Vale of Grasmere. With its charming oak-beamed interior and warm Cumbrian hospitality, The Swan at Grasmere enjoys continued success. It is also situated very close to Dove Cottage, where Wordsworth composed many of his poems.

The Macdonald Swan Hotel is located approximately 0.5 miles from Grasmere centre.

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Overwater Hall Hotel
Overwater Hall Hotel
Overwater
Ireby
Cumbria
CA7 1HH
United Kingdom

Situated in 18 acres of stunning gardens and woodland, Overwater Hall is a distinguished Grade II listed Georgian mansion hotel offering very high standards of comfort, elegance and relaxation in 12 individually furnished rooms. The hotel also features a delightful restaurant.

Overwater Hall Hotel is located approximately 10 miles from Keswick centre.

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The Pheasant
The Pheasant
Bassenthwaite Lake
Cockermouth
Cumbria
CA13 9YE
United Kingdom

This atmospheric old coaching inn can be found close to Bassenthwaite, in the North Lakes. Enjoy traditional Cumbrian hospitality with a stay in one of the well-presented and comfortable rooms, and take pleasure in the highly commended cuisine and real ales in the excellent restaurant.

The Pheasant is located approximately 6 miles from Cockermouth.

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Sharrow Bay Hotel
Sharrow Bay Hotel
Ullswater
Penrith
Cumbria
CA10 2LZ
United Kingdom

The Sharrow Bay Hotel can be found in an idyllic setting on the shores of Ullswater with views of Striding Edge. As a Relais & Chateaux property, sophistication is guaranteed. It is a boutique venue with 24 bedrooms with a traditional décor. The hotel has a Michelin starred restaurant and business events or private occasions can be celebrated in style.

The Sharrow Bay Hotel is located approximately 2 miles from Pooley Bridge centre.

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The Skiddaw Hotel
The Skiddaw Hotel
31 Main Street
Keswick
Cumbria
CA12 5BN
United Kingdom

The Skiddaw Hotel, named after one of The Lakes’ most prominent peaks, can be found in the heart of the delightful and bustling town of Keswick. It is a well-appointed hotel with excellent facilities including meeting and conferencing rooms, and a restaurant specialising in classic Cumbrian fare. It also offers truly magnificent views from many of its rooms.

The Skiddaw Hotel is located in Keswick centre.

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