Stonecross Manor Hotel - Stonecross Manor Hotel is situated on the edge of Kendal, one of the Lake District's most important market towns. The hotel has an indoor pool and a good restaurant serving local produce. Kendal town centre is a 15-minute walk away. Kendal is within 30 minutes' drive of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, making it a perfect base for walkers and sightseers. Kendal has some fascinating places of interest, making Stonecross Manor Hotel an ideal place to stay when visiting Cumbria.

The Roundthorn Country House - This Grade II listed Georgian mansion is set in its own landscaped grounds and enjoys panoramic views of the Eden Valley, the Pennines and Lakeland Fells. Overlooking the busy market town of Penrith, the Roundthorn Country House is located in an extremely peaceful and secluded environment, only minutes from the M6 and A66. All of the en suite rooms are unique in character and furnished to the highest standard. The house has its own bar/lounge and a cosy residents' lounge with a real fire in the winter where you can relax and unwind. Served in the Eden Room each morning, the Great Cumbrian Breakfast is guaranteed to prepare you for the day ahead. The bar/lounge area and several bedrooms and en suite bathrooms have been upgraded and refurbished in early 2008. The hotel has since been awarded a 5-Star Silver rating in the guest accommodation category by VisitBritain.

Newby Bridge Hotel - The Hotel was originally known as Newby Bridge Mansion. It was built in 1793 by James Machel and was one of the first great houses to be built on the shores of Lake Windermere. The hotel has its own leisure facilities exclusive to hotel guests which includes a swimming pool, steam room, jacuzzi & gym and for the less energetic tranquil Mediterranean gardens.

Crown Hotel Wetheral - The Crown Hotel is set in the picturesque village of Wetheral and boasts leisure facilities that include a 12-metre pool, squash courts and a beauty room with Dermalogica treatments. The Crown's beautiful landscaped gardens overlook the Pennines and the River Eden. The Crown Hotel is close to the historic city of Carlisle and also to Hadrian's Wall. The delightful conservatory restaurant uses local produce to create English/French-style cooking. Waltons bar serves traditional pub food with a selection of Real Ales.

String Of Horses - Dating from around 1659, this traditional coaching inn is set in a quiet country village only 10 minutes from Carlisle and junction 43 of the M6 motorway. String of Horses lies in the middle of one of the most beautiful and historic areas of Britain: near Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District and the Scottish borders. With its oak beams and panelling, open fires and gleaming brassware, the String of Horses has welcomed visitors from all over the world for more than 350 years. Though acclaimed for its 'yesteryear' ambience, the inn looks after you in 21st-century style, with great food. In every room is free Wi-Fi access, a digital TV and an en suite bathroom. This is a 4 star AA inn property. The bar and restaurant are closed on Mondays.

Lyzzick Hall Hotel - Offering an ideal setting for a relaxing break in the Lake District, this beautiful country house hotel is located on the lower slopes of Skiddaw. Being situated in the northern Lake District near Keswick, Lyzzick Hall Hotel is an ideal base for any walking or sightseeing holiday. It features well-equipped rooms, comfortable lounges, an excellent restaurant and a heated indoor swimming pool with a sauna and whirlpool spa bath. The hotel is set in extensive private grounds which should ensure that your stay is both peaceful and relaxing.

Ellerthwaite Lodge - Awarded 4 silver stars, this charming 19th-century house provides friendly, comfortable accommodation in the traditional Lakes town of Windermere. Ellerthwaite Lodge is just a 10-minute walk from the train station. A 4-star guest house, Ellerthwaite Lodge was refurbished in 2008 and now provides stylish en suite rooms, each with bespoke furnishings and a flat-screen TV. The guest lounge provides a relaxing area, with panoramic views and leather sofas. The lodge is just a 2-minute walk from tranquil Windermere town centre, with its variety of shops and its selection of good restaurants. The village of Bowness and the shores of Lake Windermere are also just a short stroll away, providing the opportunity to try your hand at a number of water sports.

The Kelsey Hotel - With the charm of an old country house, alongside the comforts of a modern hotel, this friendly and welcoming accommodation is beautifully situated on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. Just 10 miles north of Cockermouth and 15 miles south of Carlisle on the A595, The Kelsey Hotel provides the ideal base from which to discover the natural beauty of both the Lake District and the Scottish borders. Whether walking or climbing, cycling or fishing, you will be perfectly placed here in this delightful part of Cumbria. In the evenings you can relax in The Kelsey Hotel's welcoming communal areas, including a comfortable guest lounge, where you can enjoy a drink before sampling the home-cooked meals in the bar lounge.

Royal Hotel - Nestled peacefully amongst the Eastern Lakeland Fells and located on many of the best-loved Lakeland walks, this charming country retreat is ideal for a peaceful break in Dockray. Run by a charismatic and friendly family, the hotel provides a relaxed, informal but efficient service, well suited to the Lakeland way of life. The Helvellyn and High Street mountain ranges are right on the doorstep, which makes The Royal Hotel an ideal and comfortable base for walkers. The facilities include 10 en suite bedrooms, a large restaurant and a bar that boasts a fine selection of wines, locally produced Real Ales and malt whiskies.

Macdonald Leeming House - Nestled amid 22 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds on the shores of Ullswater Lake, this elegant Regency house boasts an idyllic position in the magnificent Lake District National Park. Once a private residence, Macdonald Leeming House has been transformed into luxurious accommodation offering 41 comfortable bedrooms, an awarding-winning two AA Rosette restaurant and breathtaking views of the Cumbrian Fells. Despite its tranquil surroundings, Leeming House is only a 15-minute drive from the M6 motorway and features a private helipad.

Borrowdale Gates Country House Hotel - The Borrowdale Gates Country House Hotel has panoramic views of the valley and the surrounding English Lake District. Nestling peacefully in two acres of wooded gardens on the edge of the ancient hamlet of Grange (near Keswick). This charming Lakeland house is set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Borrowdale Valley and close to the shores of Derwentwater, often referred to as the 'Queen of the English Lakes'. The hotel accommodation is ideally situated for walking, climbing, and touring. There are many places of literary and historical interest within leisurely motoring distance passing through areas of scenic beauty. After the completion of a major refurbishment in March 2009, the hotel is now fully reopened.

Bower House Inn - This 17th-century inn is very accessible to travellers in the Western Lakeland. Nestled in the Eskdale Valley, Bower House is less than 4 miles (6.4 km) from the main Cumbrian coast. Each room is comfortably furnished with an en suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi and a TV with Freeview. Rooms are spread across 3 different buildings. Within walking distance are Scafell, Great Gabel, Wastwater and the Ravenglass & Eskdale Narrow Guage Railway.

Derwent Lodge Hotel - Nestled amid 1.7 acres of grounds in the North Lakes village of Portinscale, this traditional Georgian manor house boasts spectacular views over Lake Derwentwater, 'The Queen of the Lakes'. Purchased by the present owners in September 2005, the property has undergone total refurbishment, both externally and internally, and now offers 21st century facilities within the original stone building. Ideally placed for exploring the Lake District National Park, the hotel is also just over one mile from the market town of Keswick and directly outside the front gate of Derwentwater Marina, which offers a range of water-sports.

Hundith Hill Hotel - With fantastic views of the Lorton Valley and the surrounding countryside, this country-house hotel on the edge of Cockermouth has excellent food and great accommodation. The hotel is well-located for visiting the north of the Lake District. The popular market town of Keswick is a short drive to the east, and you can drive west to the beautiful Solway Coast.

Premier Inn Carlisle (M6 Junction 44) - Just off junction 44 of the M6 motorway, only 2 miles (3.2 km) from Carlisle's city centre and within easy reach of the Lake District, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Carlisle (M6 Junction 44) is within easy reach of Hadrian's Wall and the Solway Firth. The hotel is also only one motorway junction from Gretna Green and the Gretna Gateway Outlet Village, a development of discount factory shops. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and all of the rooms have satellite TV and telephone/modem points. Some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. An all-you-can-eat buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site restaurant and bar offers good food and drink at reasonable prices.

Skiddaw Hotel - Boasting a town centre location set amongst beautiful scenic countryside, the hotel provides a unique oasis the in the centre of the bustling market town of Keswick. Surrounded by the picturesque lakes and mountains of the Lake District, during your stay you can choose to either stroll around Keswick's small shops and enjoy a drink in one of the local caf?s, or explore the wonderful natural surroundings on bike, foot or horse-back. Whilst staying at The Skiddaw Hotel you are welcome to use the leisure facilities of the sister hotel free of charge. These include an indoor and outdoor pool, tennis courts, a sauna and a jacuzzi. A beauty salon is also available, with a wide range of treatments (additional cost).

Richardson Beech Hill Hotel - We offer our guests four types of room accommodation, Classic, Select, Select Plus and Premier, and provide ... ...Award-winning food and service in our 2 aa Rosette awarded restaurant. Facilities include a newly refurbished indoor heated pool and sauna. The choice of rooms enable us to meet the variations in accommodation which our guests seek, while offering to all guests the high standard of comfort, features and facilities that one would expect from one of the leading hotels in the Lake District.

Whitewater Hotel - Nestling in a valley on the banks of the River Leven, which flows from the southern end of Lake Windermere, just over a mile away. The Whitewater Hotel can meet the many and varied needs of the discerning guest, whether for leisure or on business. This tastefully converted old mill offers you every modern comfort, superb hospitality and all the facilities expected of a hotel of its class. The restful lounge provides a haven for you to relax and read the morning papers, or plan your day over coffee. The 'pub' atmosphere of our own bar offers a place for lunch or an early evening meal, to watch the wildlife, and the Haverthwaite Steam Trains from the Riverside Terrace. After you have explored the area, treat yourself to a Lakeland dining experience. The menu reflects the wealth of fine produce that this wonderful country has to offer. The Wine List has been arranged not by country of origin but by grape variety, giving you the opportunity to compare 'old world' with 'new world' wines.

Pinegrove Hotel - An independent, family-run hotel in an extended Victorian home, with many impressive original features. Close to Carlisle city centre and the M6 motorway. The Pinegrove Hotel has comfortable (smoking or non-smoking) en suite bedrooms, each with TV, refreshment tray and telephone. Delicious meals are served for lunch or dinner in the hotel's bar/restaurant. Ample on-site parking is available.

Glenridding Hotel - On the shores of Ullswater and surrounded by a variety of walks, this hotel is perfectly placed for touring the Lake District and its breathtaking scenery. There is a stylish lounge for unwinding in, with a beautiful Lakeland Slate fireplace and elegant chandeliers. The oak-lined Campbell Library has a billiard table for those with a competitive spirit. Explore the best of what the Lake District has to offer, from breathtaking scenery to the homes of William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Beautiful views can be enjoyed from almost all the rooms. Please note this hotel only accepts 2 night stays on Friday and Saturday nights.

Rothay Manor - Set in picturesque, landscaped gardens, this regency country house hotel is found in the heart of the Lake District. Located just a quarter mile from Lake Windermere and a short walk from the centre of Ambleside, the hotel is ideally situated for walking, cycling, sightseeing or just relaxing. This regency country house hotel was built in 1825 as a summer residence for a Liverpool cotton merchant. The building is grade II listed and retains many period features. Fresh flowers and antiques give the feel of a welcoming private house, where lounges are ideal for relaxing over afternoon tea or pre-dinner drinks. Rothay Manor is renowned for its warm, comfortable, relaxed and friendly atmosphere, complemented by excellent food and wine. Guests have free use of a nearby leisure club. Families and disabled guests are welcome.

Gilpin Lodge - Set in the southern Lake District, luxurious Gilpin Lodge has excellent rooms and 3 AA Rosettes for its first-rate food. It is surrounded by beautiful moors, woodland and country gardens. The hotel is opposite Windermere Golf Club and 2 miles (3.2 km) from Lake Windermere. Most bedrooms have lounge areas, many with patio doors leading to beautiful gardens with private hot tubs or spa baths. The Relais and Chateaux hotel is a haven of calm, with no weddings or groups. It was fully refurbished through 2007/ 8.

Temple Sowerby House Hotel - This delightfully peaceful country house hotel is situated in the centre of a conservation village in the Eden Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty between the Lake District and the Pennines. The Temple Sowerby Bypass opened in October 2007, returning the village to a true a quiet rural setting, yet less than 10 minutes from the M6. Elegant rooms, discreet service, AA 2 Rosette cuisine and personal attention are the hallmarks of the hotel's relaxed hospitality. The house dates from 1727 and has been sensitively restored to create just 12 comfortable and stylish bedrooms, all with contemporary bathrooms. Superior rooms include spa baths or hydro-massage showers. A new restaurant, constructed from local, mellow sandstone columns and picture windows, overlooks the peaceful walled garden. Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, one night or several, you can be assured of a relaxing stay. The hotel has been awarded 3 AA stars and 85% merit award.

Willowbeck Lodge BB - Willowbeck Lodge is situated in one of the most beautiful and spectacular locations in England. It is is within easy travelling distance of the Lake District National Park and World Heritage Site of Hadrian's Wall. At Willowbeck, we offer 4 en-suite rooms, 2 of which are super-deluxe (larger with spacious en-suite including corner bath and separate shower) and they all overlook our lake. Each bedroom is comfortably furnished in contemporary style and has flat-screen television, broadband connection, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. Willowbeck Lodge doesn't only provide excellent residential accommodation. We are also happy to provide business clients with meeting and conference facilities in pleasant and discrete surroundings. Please note this property is a Visit Britain 5 star Gold Award Guest House accommodation.

Brow Head Hotel - On Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness, this small family-run hotel has offered hospitality for over 36 years, and today offers comfortable accommodation at great-value rates. The hotel is approximately 1.5 km from the town centre of Barrow-in-Furness and offers a range of accommodation to suit the budget of any traveller. There are 2 suites with full en suite bathrooms facilities, and economy standard rooms with shared bathrooms. If you include your mobile phone number when booking, you can receive a free SMS text message confirmation. Discounted advance payment rates are available.

Ivythwaite Lodge Guest House - The Ivythwaite Lodge is hotel-class accommodation with the friendliness of a guest house. This pleasant retreat offers sumptuous aqua spa baths and king-size four poster beds. Luxury is only a click away! Set minutes away from Bowness and Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, the Lodge is an ideal base for your Lake District holiday, with Ambleside and Keswick only a short drive away, through beautiful mountain scenery. Grasmere and Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth are only a 20 minute drive from Ivythwaite Guest House, so whatever you choose to do, you will be able to enjoy the splendours that the Lake District has to offer. A 15 minute stroll will take you to the lively village of Bowness and the shores of Lake Windermere, where you can take a cruise or hire a rowing boat. Nearby there are also numerous pubs and restaurants to choose from and a wide selection of Lakeland curio shops. We have our own private off-road parking and are set in our own garden, where guests can relax in quiet surroundings.

Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa - This hotel with spa stands right on the shore of Lake Windermere and boasts unrivalled views across England's largest lake. Set in mature gardens with lawns that run down to the lake, the hotel boasts its own private jetties and moorings. It is an ideal base for exploring Lakeland's towns and villages, rural idylls and a multitude of historic, cultural and contemporary attractions. Step outside the hotel and enter the bustling town of Bowness-on-Windermere with its many shops and amenities. Only a short walk away you have lake cruises and the Beatrix Potter Exhibition, not to mention sailing, water sports and golf.

Patterdale Hotel - With comfortable lounges and home-cooked food, The Patterdale Hotel is at the heart of Patterdale Village on the main Penrith to Windermere route. Patterdale Hotel has comfortable en suite bedrooms in a picturesque setting. Relax in comfortable lounges beside a warm fire and enjoy a meal prepared by talented chefs using local ingredients. At the head of Ullswater, England's most beautiful lake, the village is ideal for exploring the English Lake District. The experienced hotel staff take great care of guests, offering local information and tips.

The George Hotel - In the centre of Keswick, the George Hotel is the town's oldest coaching inn; carefully restored to its former glory, the inn now offers en suite accommodation and a welcoming wood-beamed bar. Sensitively refurbished, the George Hotel still boasts many attractive original features and the heavily beamed rooms are full of antique objects and furniture. The cosy bar offers a range of real ales from the cask and a homely real fire, which glows through the winter nights. The adjoining ? la carte restaurant offers traditional food with a modern twist There are 13 en suite rooms, all of which are tastefully appointed and well equipped, with TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, radio alarm clocks and hairdryers. The George Hotel's convenient location in the heart of Keswick makes it a good base from which to explore the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District.

Cedar Manor Hotel - This 150 year old former country residence is set in gardens dominated by a giant 200 year old cedar tree, and is 10 minute's walk from Windermere village and lake. Located adjacent to the A591 next to St Mary's Church, Cedar Manor is a distinctive period property with many fine features. The hotel offers wonderful accommodation and has been awarded 2-star Hotel status by the AA, with a quality score of 80%. The hotel lounge and bar has comfortable sofas and armchairs for you to relax in, have a drink and enjoy the views of the garden. The Cedar Manor Restaurant has just been awarded a coveted AA Rosette for dining and offers a seasonal ? la carte and table d'h?te menus, and is open to hotel guests as well as non-residents.