We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Grasmere, UK. We have also included accommodation in villas, holiday homes, guest houses, historic buildings, romantic hotels and country estates. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Forest Side is an attractive, secluded Victorian stately hotel, situated in wooded estate in the Lake District. It is located at Wordsworth's picturesque Grasmere village. This traditional stately home built by the Earl of Lonsdale reflects the style and seclusion of the era, and has magnificent views and a unique and elegant interior. Holding a much envied position on the lower slopes of Butter Crag, a short stroll down the sweeping private driveway from the hotel itself, lies Grasmere Village, Wordsworths inspiration, from the creative romantic, to the serious fell walker, there is a side of Grasmere that everyone can fall in love with. Home to wild deer, red squirrels and a badger set. The staff make every effort to make Forest Side somewhere to relax and de-stress. Our guests can enjoy walking around our grounds.Show full description
The most beautiful, cool and well designed boutique hotel in Grasmere. It also has beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Bed and Breakfast.Trendy. Great views. Popular among women. Raise View House is set in Grasmere, 12 km from Windermere and 17 km from Keswick. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. A flat-screen TV and a kettle are provided in the room. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Ambleside is 5 km from Raise View House, while Carlisle is 48 km from the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Great value. Popular among women. A charming 19th-century bed and breakfast, Heidi’s Grasmere Lodge offers luxury accommodation in the heart of the Lake District. It has free on-site parking. They have beautiful views of the surrounding scenery. Rooms at Heidi’s are individually decorated, warm and comfortable. There are LCD TVs in each bedroom and free Wi-Fi is also available throughout the building. Grasmere was the home of the poet William Wordsworth. Heidi’s Lodge is less than a mile from Dove Cottage, one of his village houses. The picturesque Lake of Grasmere is a 2-minute drive from the hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most CHARMING bed and breakfast in Grasmere.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great views. Located in the heart of the Lake District’s mountains, the Lancrigg is a 10-minute walk from Grasmere village. Lancrigg offers rooms with countryside views, cafe and a bar. Rooms at the Lancrigg are individually designed and feature bathrooms with baths and showers. Free parking is available. They include TVs, free Wi-Fi, as well as a complimentary breakfast consisting of a variety of cereals, fruits, toast, cooked breakfast items tea and coffee is included in the booking price. A range of cooked breakfasts are available at extra cost. Enjoy a cup of our locally roasted coffee or a Cumbrian ale with a snack inside the Poet's Cafe Bar or outside on the terrace. There is a cosy lounge with a real log fire. The Lancrigg has 30 acres of stunning gardens and woodland for guests to explore. The hotel is situated at the base of Helm Cragg, and the area is popular for walking. Grasmere Lake is a 20-minute walk from the hotel.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most creative, cosy and historic boutique hotels in Grasmere. Soooo nice!
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great location. The extensively-refurbished Bridge House Hotel is set in Grasmere, directly across from St Oswalds Church and the graveyard where William Wordsworth rests. The hotel sits in its own mature grounds, with beautiful views overlooking the River Rothay. The hotel has an Art Deco design and is set in an elegant Edwardian house with some period features. Each morning, the hotel offers a hearty breakfast. All bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms complimented with luxury Noble Island toiletries. Most rooms also offer stunning views of the river Rothay or the scenic fells. Guests are welcomed with cream tea with homemade scones and cakes upon arrival and the pantry offers complimentary tea/coffee also with homemade cookies. A range of cold platters and snacks are available to order, and the property can recommend and book local restaurants for an evening meal. You can also relax on site in a cosy lounge with a log fire, while the residents bar offers an extensive wine and drinks menu. Guests can use the leisure facilities at the property's sister hotel, The Inn Grasmere. Facilities include a swimming pool, gym and sauna. Many mountain and lakeshore walking routes are available directly from the hotel. These include Helvellyn, Fairfield Horseshoe, Langdale Pikes, and low level routes beside Rydal Water and Grasmere Lake. Bridge House Hotel & Silver Howe View Cottage is less than 5 miles from Lake Windermere and around 13 miles from Keswick. Ambleside’s attractions include the Armitt Museum and 17th-century Bridge House. Free parking is included for guests.Show full description
Elegant. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. Nestling in 2 acres of riverside gardens on the edge of picturesque Grasmere village, Rothay Garden Hotel & Riverside Spa is a 4-star hotel with a stylish Four AA Silver Stars and 2 AA-Rosette restaurant, stunning designer rooms and a riverside spa. Each luxurious room features a flat-screen satellite TV and a sleek bathroom with a hairdryer and bathrobes. All rooms have views over the nearby fells. Overlooking the hotel gardens, the stylish Garden Restaurant at Rothay Garden provides award-winning food, using local, seasonal produce. A generous Lakeland breakfast is served each morning. Riverside Spa offers guests an exclusive facility including Hydrospa, a Herbal Pine Sauna, Aromatherapy Room and a Reflexology Walk. In the English Lake District, Rothay Garden Hotel was built in 1856 and is a short walk from Grasmere’s lake. Rydal Water is just 1.5 miles away and Ambleside, Windermere and Kendal are within easy reach.Show full description
This small hotel is popular among couples travelling to Grasmere.
Guest House.Unique. Great location. Popular among women. Set in an acre of gardens, in the picturesque village of Grasmere, Lake View Country House is located in the heart of the Lake District, in a recently-renovated period property with original features. There is private access to Grasmere lake-shore. Free parking is available on site. Each of the stylish rooms has an en-suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, tea and coffee facilities and luxury toiletries. Most of the rooms have lake and mountain views. A Full English breakfast with vegetarian and healthy options is available at The Good Sport gastro-pub a short stroll away. It also offers a selection of Grasmere Brewery beers, which are brewed on-site at Lake View Country House. All guests receive a discount at The Good Sport. Lake View Country House is situated just 4 miles from Ambleside town centre, a 20-minute drive from Windermere and a 30-minute drive from Keswick. The hotel offers a scenic location, with walking routes available from the front door.Show full description
This guest house has a great location in Grasmere and great affordability.
Guest House.Stylish. Popular among couples. The Moss Grove Organic offers 5-star guest accommodation. The spacious en suite rooms have flat-screen TVs, free internet access is available throughout. Ideally situated in the heart of the Lake District in Grasmere village centre. Fair Trade tea and coffee and organic biscuits are available in the rooms, whilst under-floor heated bathrooms have spa baths and organic toiletries. The award-winning style buffet breakfast is served in the country kitchen. It includes an extensive selection of organic, local and fair trade produce. With a range of cereals, local Cumberland sausage, home made breads, cheeses, crostinis, ham and tapas dishes. Just over 500 metres from Grasmere Lake. The popular Lake District town Ambleside is just 4 miles to the South and 12 miles to the North is Keswick.Show full description
Holiday Home. The Old Police House, a property with a garden, is located in Grasmere, 22 km from Lake Windermere, 22 km from Derwentwater, as well as 38 km from Buttermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The spacious holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grasmere, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Askham Hall is 40 km from The Old Police House, while Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 129 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home. Easedale Corner is located in Grasmere, 22 km from Derwentwater, 38 km from Buttermere, and 40 km from Askham Hall. The 4-star holiday home is 22 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away. This holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a TV, and a fully equipped kitchen. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 129 km from Easedale Corner.Show full description
Holiday Home. Croft is situated in Grasmere, 22 km from Lake Windermere, 22 km from Derwentwater, as well as 38 km from Buttermere. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The spacious holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms. Askham Hall is 40 km from the holiday home, while Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 129 km from Croft.Show full description
Holiday Home. Located in Grasmere and only 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Goody Bridge Barn provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is situated 22 km from Derwentwater and features private check-in and check-out. Outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the fresh air. At the holiday home, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and dishwasher. There is also a well-fitted kitchen in some of the units equipped with an oven, a toaster, and a fridge. At the holiday home, all units are fitted with a private bathroom. Guests can also relax in the garden. Lake Windermere is 23 km from the holiday home, while Buttermere is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 130 km from Goody Bridge Barn.Show full description
Holiday Home. Dale End Loggia, a property with a garden, is located in Grasmere, 20 km from Lake Windermere, 24 km from Derwentwater, as well as 39 km from Buttermere. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Muncaster Castle is 41 km from Dale End Loggia, while Askham Hall is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 129 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home. Offering a garden and garden view, Dale End Barn is located in Grasmere, 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 20 km from Lake Windermere. The property is around 24 km from Derwentwater, 40 km from Buttermere and 40 km from Muncaster Castle. Scafell Pike is 50 km from the holiday home and Grizedale Forest is 12 km away. With free WiFi, this holiday home provides a TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. Askham Hall is 41 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 129 km from Dale End Barn.Show full description
Holiday Home. Juniper Grasmere - Juniper Cottage, Grasmere, a property with a garden, is situated in Grasmere, 22 km from Lake Windermere, 22 km from Derwentwater, as well as 38 km from Buttermere. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is located 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Askham Hall is 40 km from Juniper Grasmere - Juniper Cottage, Grasmere, while Muncaster Castle is 43 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 129 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home. Woodland Crag Cottage, Grasmere, a property with a garden, is located in Grasmere, 22 km from Lake Windermere, 24 km from Derwentwater, as well as 39 km from Buttermere. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The holiday home is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Askham Hall is 39 km from Woodland Crag Cottage, Grasmere, while Muncaster Castle is 43 km from the property.Show full description
Lively. Great bar. Popular among women. Set in 3 acres of mature gardens, Tweedies Bar and Lodge is a period property with traditional charm. Located in the heart of the Lake District, it features a popular restaurant, bar and modern bedrooms. Each of the individually designed rooms has an en suite bathroom, and features a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities and luxury bathrobes. Some rooms have garden views. Tweedies Bar and Lodge is a refurbished Georgian building with original features, located in the peaceful village of Grasmere. Free parking is available on site, and free Wi-Fi is also accessible throughout the hotel. The Lodge Restaurant serves locally sourced dishes by candlelight. Tweedies Bar features a wood-burner, and offers a selection of British Ales. Guests are also welcome to explore the extensive hotel gardens. Tweedies Bar and Lodge is situated just 4 miles from Ambleside town centre and 20 minutes from Windermere. The hotel offers a central and scenic location, with walking and hiking routes available just outside.Show full description
This might be the most lively small hotel in Grasmere. It also has an amazing hotel bar!
Historic. Great views. The Daffodil Hotel and Spa offers contemporary luxury on the shores of Grasmere water, located in the heart of The Lake District and just a short walk into Grasmere village. A full English breakfast is served each morning and free WiFi is available throughout. In addition the property has a beautiful terrace for enjoying the finer weather. Rooms at The Daffodil Hotel and Spa are stylish and spacious, each with a flat-screen TV and media panel, en suite bathroom with complimentary Molton Brown toiletries, luxury crisp cotton linen, ironing facilities and still bottled water. Guests staying at The Daffodil can also indulge in the hotel’s luxury spa complete with Germaine De Capuccini therapies and products, a 10m thermal pool, steam room, sauna and tepidarium. Spa treatments are available by prior arrangement. The restaurant at The Daffodil serves a traditional British menu with a modern twist. The dining room enjoys a lake view, as does the Sitting Room where afternoon tea is served. The hotel is situated on the A591 as you enter Grasmere which allows easy access to the popular Lake District towns of Keswick 13 miles to the north and Ambleside 4 miles to the south.Show full description
Guest House. Located in Grasmere and only 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Chestnut Villa provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 1902, this guest house is 21 km from Derwentwater and 23 km from Lake Windermere. The accommodation features a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with a wardrobe and a TV. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grasmere, like hiking. Buttermere is 37 km from Chestnut Villa, while Askham Hall is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 130 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Elegant. Great value. In the heart of Grasmere and surrounded by the towering mountains of the Lake District, the historic 4-star Wordsworth Hotel is set in riverside gardens and has an award-winning restaurant. Open all day, every day and featuring a fantastic range of local produce prepared to perfection, William’s Bar is the place to dine when staying in Grasmere. Start your day the right way with a hearty, Cumbrian breakfast, pop by for a delicious lunch, or end your day indulging in our main meals after a day of explorations. Each individually styled room has a blend of traditional and contemporary design. Rooms offer a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Most offer stunning mountain or village views and free WiFi for guests to use. With wonderful views across Grasmere village and the surrounding fells, The Wordsworth Hotel is a 10-minute walk from the Wordsworth Museum and St Oswald’s Church. There is free private parking on site.Show full description
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