Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Bowness-on-Windermere Exterior photo The photo captures a serene twilight scene at a stone house nestled beside a calm body of water, likely a pond or a small lake. The house, made of light-colored stone, features multiple windows glowing with warm interior lights, suggesting a cozy atmGilpin Hotel & Lake House Bowness-on-Windermere Exterior photoGilpin Hotel & Lake House Bowness-on-Windermere Exterior photo The photo captures a serene lakeside scene at dusk or night. Two cozy cabins are nestled among lush green trees, with a calm body of water in the foreground reflecting their warm interior lights and the surrounding foliage. 

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About the Hotel

Crook Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3NE
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Next to Windermere lake
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Located 2.8 km from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Bowness-on-Windermere offers 24-hour reception and wake-up calls. The hotel features 25 rooms and comforts such as a restaurant.

Location

The centre of Bowness-on-Windermere can be reached in 30 minutes' walk of this 5-star hotel, and such cultural venues as the Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats are approximately 10 minutes away by car. The Blackwell The Arts and Crafts House is 3.1 km from the Gilpin Hotel & Lake House and Carlisle Lake District airport is 85 km away.

The property is also 15 minutes by car from the Lake Windermere.

The nearest bus stop is Wild Boar Hotel 0.7 km away.

Rooms

The rooms include a mini-fridge-bar, tea and coffee making facilities, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. The rooms also have carpeted flooring. Bathrooms inlude a separate toilet and a shower, and such fine comforts as toiletries and towels.

Eat & Drink

Gilpin Spice is one of the 2 in-house restaurants.

Leisure & Business

The property’s facial treatments will ensure a nice stay. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House also features a wellness centre for you to relax in.

Must-do experiences

  • Take a lakeside stroll at Bowness Pier for stunning views.
  • Visit the quirky Windermere Jetty Museum for maritime history.
  • Sample local delights at the Bowness Market on weekends.
  • Indulge in homemade desserts at Homeground Coffee + Kitchen.
  • Explore the trails at Claife Viewing Station for breathtaking scenery.
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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Classic Double Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Master Double Room
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Garden Suite
2 persons
455 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Garden view
Shower
Coffee machine
Lake House Classic Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Massage

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Location

Crook Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3NE
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Crook Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom, LA23 3NE
Nearby
Cleabarrow Tarn
2700 ft
Restaurants
HRiSHi at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House
200 ft
Crook Road Gilpin Hotel & Lake House
Getting around
City Centre
Bowness-on-Windermere34 min  ·  1.7 mi
Airports
Carlisle Lake District (CAX)128 min  ·  52.8 mi
Blackpool International (BLK)144 min  ·  59.5 mi
Bus
Bus stop5 min  ·  2.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 06:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for additional charge.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP25 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Czech, Romanian, Chinese, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Korean, Ukrainian
Year renovated:
2008
Number of rooms:
25

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Gilpin Hotel & Lake House from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 306 verified reviews
9.0/10
Perfect
87%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
9.5/10
Comfort
9.6/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 241 reviews
9.1/10
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