Lakes Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 15 hot tubs and a full-service spa

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Front of property
Penthouse with Roof Top Hot Tub (Adults Only) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby sitting area
Standard Double room with Hot Tub (Adults Only) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Penthouse with Roof Top Hot Tub (Adults Only) | Terrace/patio
Lakes Hotel and Spa, in the city center, offers peaceful escapes with a poolside bar, garden, and indoor pool. Guests can book treatments at Lakes Spa or enjoy British dishes at The Bar. The upscale property features practical touches like dry cleaning and genuinely helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

Room options

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Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment on Two Levels with Built in Beds (Duplex)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Snug Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Small Double

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Sleeps Six)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Room (Sleeps Three)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse with Roof Top Hot Tub (Adults Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private rooftop hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment on Two Levels (DUPLEX)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double room with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lake Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Roof Top Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only) (DUPLEX)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bowness Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Windermere Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room with Hot Tub (Small, Adults only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ground Floor Double

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Suite with Hot Tub (Adults Only)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Suite with Hot Tub sleeps 4 (Adults Only)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Cosy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exterior Cosy Double Room with Bunk/Twin Beds

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Exterior Double Room (Direct Access to Lakes Spa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Windermere, Lakes Hotel and Spa is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Holehird Gardens and Raw War Paintball are also worth visiting.
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Kendal Road, Bowness, Windermere, England, LA23 3EP

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 4 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Lakes Hotel and Spa

Luxury hotel near Lake Windermere
Consider a stay at Lakes Hotel and Spa and take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage, a facial, or a body scrub at Lakes Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site British cuisine bistro, The Bar, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and laundry services
  • Multilingual staff, meeting rooms, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 57 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and bathrobes, as well as perks like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (GBP 12 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Bar
  • The Waterbird

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 12.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children are permitted in the indoor pool from 8 AM to 2 PM, with last entrance at 1 PM. Last entrance for adults is 9:45 PM.

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Best Western Burnside Hotel Windermere
Best Western Burnside Hotel
Best Western Burnside Windermere
Best Western Burnside
Burnside Hotel Bowness On Windermere
Burnside Hotel BW Premier Collection Windermere
Burnside Hotel BW Premier Collection
Burnside BW Premier Collection Windermere
Burnside BW Premier Collection
The Burnside Hotel Hotel
The Burnside Hotel Windermere
The Burnside Hotel Windermere
Best Western The Burnside Hotel
The Burnside Hotel Hotel Windermere
The Burnside Hotel BW Premier Collection
The Burnside Hotel
Lakes Hotel and Spa Hotel
Lakes Hotel and Spa Windermere
Lakes Hotel and Spa Hotel Windermere

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakes Hotel and Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:30 PM.

Is Lakes Hotel and Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lakes Hotel and Spa?

Self parking is available for GBP 12.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Lakes Hotel and Spa?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lakes Hotel and Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Lakes Hotel and Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Lakes Hotel and Spa located?

Located in the heart of Windermere, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bowness Pier and Lake Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and World of Beatrix Potter are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Lakes Hotel and Spa Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 961 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1177 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay , staff are amazing and attentive will definitely be back soon 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff; clean and comfortable room, clean bathroom; great decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Staff were friendly and explained where everything was and what times were good for using the spa and breakfast. Lovely room and hot tub was excellent. Would go back again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Couldn’t fault this hotel at all, we will be back x
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

davey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our favourite hotel in bowness,rooms are really clean,staff are really helpfull,spa is amazing and its only a couple of minutes walk from town centre and lake
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Archie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were welcoming and mizumi restaurant was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Junior suite was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel in a fantastic location. Spotlessly clean room and hot tub. The breakfast was very good with plenty of variety. I'd definitely recommend to a friend and looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, beautiful spa and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and facilities were fantastic and super clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Location is great for Bowness. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel with excellent amenities. The use of the spa is an excellent added bonus and the Bentley chauffeur is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay Staff very friendly and approachable Mizumi restaurant Excellent food and service spa facilities very good and treatment was lovely and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing trip with family. Room, facilities and staff all excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, felt like a luxury experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gowdam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hot tub
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room . Hot tub great as well as the swimming lool. Very pleasant and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a couple of times staff always friendly the walk into Bowness on Windermere is lest than 10 minutes walk where there are pub restaurants and shops. And you can take a boat trip on Windermere itself which i recommend to do we will be stopping there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa was a little small if full, but hotel was great, staff fantastic, hotel its self was very clean and restaurants were nice. Picturesque area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hotel stay we have ever had!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We have been a few times and love it , would definitely recommend it to people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saleh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent setup, very friendly staff and nice spa in the room balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in the lakes

Excellent location weather was beautiful and the hotel was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, quiet position in lovely grounds. Well equipped spa and good sized pool. Very good restaurant a breakfst room both serving great food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent two days here for our honeymoon. Fantastic spa hotel with amazing staff. The food was brilliant and not too expensive. Room was extremely roomy and comfortable. The massages were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025