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Red Lion Inn, hotel in Hawkshead

Situated in Hawkshead and with Lake Windermere reachable within 8.4 km, Red Lion Inn features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

Very pleasant and friendly staff that made you feel welcome. Great atmosphere in the bar.
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
707 reviews
Price fromUS$177.36per night
Old School House, hotel in Hawkshead

Featuring a garden and free WiFi in shared areas, Garden Old School House offers spacious garden-view rooms in Hawkshead, just metres from the Hawkshead Grammar School.

Clean comfortable room. Good breakfast.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
110 reviews
Price fromUS$150.76per night
The Hive at Poppi-Red, hotel in Hawkshead

The Hive at Poppi-Red, a property with a bar, is located in Hawkshead, 8.2 km from Lake Windermere, 36 km from Derwentwater, as well as 42 km from Askham Hall.

Great location. Clean tidy room.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,582 reviews
Price fromUS$152.02per night
Hawkshead Suites, hotel in Hawkshead

Boasting a spa bath, Hawkshead Suites is situated in Hawkshead. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

This is a fantastic place, we were delighted and experienced lots of wow moments. Couldn’t have asked for more.
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
23 reviews
Price fromUS$372.45per night
YHA Hawkshead, hotel in Hawkshead

Set in a stunning Regency mansion overlooking Esthwaite Water, YHA Hawkshead stands within beautiful grounds just a mile from Hawkshead village.

The YHA was reasonable well placed for my needs, particularly as I was booking last minute. The staff were very nice when booking us in and provided all the information we needed for our stay.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
1,050 reviews
Price fromUS$50.67per night
Queens Head Inn & Restaurant, hotel in Hawkshead

Situated in the rolling hills surrounding Esthwaite Water, the village of Hawkshead is home to The Queen’s Head Inn.

Lovely pub, lovely staff and lovely food
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
450 reviews
Price fromUS$153.29per night
School House Cottage B&B and tea garden, hotel in Hawkshead

Located in Ambleside, School House Cottage B&B and tea garden offers en-suite accommodation with free WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking facilities free of charge.

The School House Cottage was home from home, breakfast was a full English and was exceptional, the bedroom had everything you good wish for and was decorated to a very high standard and so pretty, cottage was so close to the centre of village
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
118 reviews
Price fromUS$126.69per night
Lakes Hotel & Spa, hotel in Hawkshead

Our hotel is perfectly situated with views of Lake Windermere, just a short stroll from the bustling village centre of Bowness-on-Windermere and the boats that travel the length of Windermere, making...

Location Staff Facilities Restaurant Atmosphere
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
5,772 reviews
Price fromUS$209.79per night
Beech Hill Hotel & Spa, hotel in Hawkshead

In beautiful landscaped gardens, the Beech Hill Hotel has an AA Rosette restaurant and a Spa centre consisting of an indoor heated swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room and outdoor spa pools (please...

Breakfast was great, lots of choices. All the staff were friendly and polite and went the extra mile. I enjoyed using the spa, especially the outdoor jacuzzi and the views were great.
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
2,816 reviews
Price fromUS$200.16per night
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa, hotel in Hawkshead

On the shores of Lake Windermere, Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa has an award-winning restaurant, a beauty spa and scenic views. Windermere centre is a 20-minute walk away.

Location. That’s what Macdonalds is all about.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
2,634 reviews
Price fromUS$254.64per night
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What guests said about Hawkshead:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Hawkshead is beautiful and the people who live there are...

    Hawkshead is beautiful and the people who live there are very friendly. Lovely shops and cafe's etc walking is brilliant and views unbelievable have stayed in different accommodation in the village and this was the worst. I suggest the Red Lion if you're looking to visit
    Dawn
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Our "go to" place in the village has always been the Kings...

    Our "go to" place in the village has always been the Kings Arms Pub. Sadly the pub is currently closed for renovations and will not be open again until 2025. Without this pub, the village feels like it has list its heart. Other pubs are available of course, but none have the feel of The Kings Arms. The village is otherwise a great centre for surrounding activities. It is very serene in the evenings when the bulk of visitors have gone home. It's a shame that the village economy does not seem able to support a good quality walking shop. The current outlets in the village really cater for the low to mid-range mass market. For dining, the breakfasts at PoppiRed are exceptional. For our evening meals we used PoppiRed and The Red Lion. Both were very good.
    T
    Tony
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Love Hawkshead.

    Love Hawkshead. A super little village, with some sweet shops and various places to eat & drink. Great location to get to just about anywhere in the Lake District within reasonable travel time, and plenty of nearby walking.
    296364
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The one downside was the parking.

    The one downside was the parking. Many of the properties don’t have onsight parking which means parking on the main car park when you are in the village. The charges have recently been changed so that you have to pay overnight as well as during the day. There are no discounts for parking for a few days/ week so the £8.50 charge a day can add up if you are staying a few days. Nice restaurant in the village - Poppi Red would recommend to anyone who enjoys good food. Good base for visiting Windermere, Bowness, Ambleside, Coniston.
    Wendy
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    A good place for lunch and an evening meal.

    A good place for lunch and an evening meal. Interesting walks around the village and located v close to Tarn Howes and other really interesting places including those linked to Beatrix Potter. Good food shops although the Co op is an essential and when it was unexpected closed caused some challenges for those at the camp site and cyclists passing through.
    Viv
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Hawkshead is a great place to stay in the Lakes although...

    Hawkshead is a great place to stay in the Lakes although this visit only one of the four pubs had enough staff to offer evening meals. There are plenty of low level circular walks from the village and numerous places to stay to suit most pockets. Special mention for food Is Poppi red which was excellent. The queens arms had nice food and friendly staff. The Sun in had live entertainment on Friday and Saturday night
    David
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Hawkshead

  • From US$57.01 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,050 reviews
    The price is highly affordable. The toilets and shower rooms are just next door. Though they say they are shared, you never wait on a queue. Clean and well maintained rooms and toilets. Very safe and homely. There are multi use kitchen, party room, self service kitchen, buffet rooms all clean, great food, great service! The location is strategic for a Lake District visitor. No need to get confused, you are choosing one of the best places to stay if you are visiting Lake District for a couple of days.
    Harish
    United Kingdom
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews
    The property is set in a sweet area of the Lake District with views from all over the property. The cabin has all the facilities to make an enjoyable and relaxing stay and the treats left in the fridge and bottle of red wine were a surprise that was most welcome, and delicious, after a long day’s drive. David and Carey were so lovely to chat with and shared all their local knowledge about the surrounding areas for us to enjoy. They were wonderful hosts and we really had a lovely stay with them.
    Robyn
    Australia
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 819 reviews
    Amazing location in an old inn and in a beautiful old village. Very generous breakfast with a great selection and a daily special. Convenient to have the chippy next door and plenty of space in the parking lot opposite the hotel. We used it as a base for various hikes around the Lake District, easy to get to most places. They even upgraded our room for free when they saw that we're staying for longer - highly recommended! All rooms are well equipped.
    ppusztai
    United Kingdom
  • From US$177.36 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 707 reviews
    Cozy, charming inn with friendly staff and a great pub for dinner. They make sure to reserve a table for guests as the restaurant can fill up quickly. Very grateful that they have parking right outside as there is little to no street parking in Hawkshead. A wonderful Peter Rabbit gift shop full of all things Beatrix Potter is right around the corner, as is a lovely shop and cafe called HoneyPot. We all enjoyed exploring the town very much.
    Jessica
    United States
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 391 reviews
    Our stay at Belmount Hall was the highlight of our UK vacation! Not only was our room on the first floor exquisite, Chris and Gillie were the most kind and attentive of hosts, and made us feel as if we were friends they hadn’t seen for a while rather than guests. The setting is glorious, within a mile hike to Hawkshead and various hikes, and I can say this stay will live in my heart for many years to come. Thank you Chris and Gillie!
    Mary Jo
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 86 reviews
    The owners were so welcoming we immediately felt like we were with our own extended family. Dog Friendly!!! The King Arms is traditional, quaint and everything you need when staying in Hawkshead. All staff are polite and helpful- they keep the property exceptionally clean. If you’re in the area be sure to call in for a pint. Thank you for a lovely stay xx
    Jenica
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 391 reviews
    The breakfast was not the traditional English style but creative and delicious. There was also lashings of tea, coffee and toast married up with locally homemade raspberry jam and marmalade. It set us up nicely for the day! The location, Belmont Hall is an extraordinary place oozing with character and history and set in a beautiful Cumbrian setting.
    Joanne
    United Kingdom
  • From US$150.76 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews
    Lovely beautifully decorated rooms. Lovely warm fires downstairs. Fabulous breakfasts. Dog friendly. Very friendly owners. Excellent location for South Lakes and hiking. 2 very good eating places within walking distance: Poppy Red and Red Lion.
    Nicola
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 391 reviews
    Belmount is in a fantastic location in the Lake District from which to explore. Wray Castle and Ambleside are walking distance from hiking trails that cross the rear of the property. This is an excellent value.
    Jeffrey
    United States
  • From US$177.36 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 707 reviews
    A good, historic property in a beautiful village. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We were made to feel very welcome. If Hawkshead was easier to get to by public transport, we'd be back within weeks.
    Graham
    United Kingdom
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 819 reviews
    Lovely quaint hotel in a perfect location. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was amazing! Room was very clean with lots of nice touches - pocket hand sanitiser great idea and much appreciated 👍🏻
    Caroline
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 68 reviews
    Fabulous location and a truly superb breakfast with quality sausages and bacon. Super king-size bed very comfortable. Wonderfully dog friendly and the host was excellent.
    Paul
    United Kingdom
  • From US$152.02 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,582 reviews
    wonderful dog friendly location - room, on the small side but didn't bother me as was on my own but if my husband had been there it would have been tight with bags etc,
    Sarah
    United Kingdom
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 819 reviews
    Location is excellent in Hawkshead, comfortable bed, staff were very helpful and friendly, nice outside seating area, and the breakfast (included) was great.
    Chris
    United Kingdom
  • From US$177.36 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 707 reviews
    A good location in the centre of Hawkshead and parking available next to the hotel. The bar area had a friendly atmosphere and had a nice atmosphere.
    Martyn
    United Kingdom
  • From US$183.69 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 450 reviews
    Hawkshead is very pretty. The hotel was really comfortable, the food was excellent & the whole team friendly & welcoming. I’d definitely go back.
    Jacqueline
    United Kingdom
  • From US$57.01 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,050 reviews
    Location /staff / value 15 min walk on road to Hawkshead ( no pavement but country road not too busy)
    quentin
    Isle of Man
  • From US$152.02 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,582 reviews
    Location was ideal right in the center of Hawkshead. Restaurant had great food.
    Jennifer
    United States
  • From US$152.02 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,582 reviews
    Right in the centre, good breakfast, cosy dog friendly.
    Tyler-Louise
    United Kingdom
  • From US$183.69 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 450 reviews
    very central in the lovely village of Hawkshead
    Karen
    United Kingdom