Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. Windermere deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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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 April
Estimated hotel price
C$ 356
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in April
Estimated hotel price
C$ 356
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 176 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 176 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

Lufthansa
Good (8,221 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,227 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,076 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,466 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,570 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (958 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,214 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,635 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,486 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 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 C$ 199 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 335 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere

Most booked hotels in Windermere

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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 271+
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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 345+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 187+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 259+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 186+
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The Inn At Grasmere
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 237+
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Renting a car in Windermere

Renting a car in Windermere costs C$ 132 per day, on average, or C$ 264 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 61% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay C$ 3.11 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 37.23 and C$ 49.64. 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 Intermediate rental cars (BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Windermere costs C$ 132 per day, on average, or C$ 264 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 61% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay C$ 3.11 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 37.23 and C$ 49.64. 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 Intermediate rental cars (BMW 2 Series Active Tourer or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.