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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

5.0 star property
Mountain hotel in Windermere with 2 restaurants and spa

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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

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Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Reception
Bathroom

Overview of Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
9.4/10 Exceptional

Property highlights

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
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Crook Road - Windermere, English Lake District, Windermere, England, LA23 3NE
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Living plant wall
Feel at home
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Espresso maker

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Suite, Garden Area

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Lake House)

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Master Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • In a national park
  • Lake Windermere - 39 min walk
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive
  • Lake District National Park - 8 min drive
  • Coniston Water - 29 min drive
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 88 min drive
  • Staveley Station - 7 min drive
  • Burneside Station - 8 min drive
  • Windermere Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Village Inn & Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • The Albert - 4 min drive
  • Bodega - 4 min drive
  • Base Pizza - 4 min drive
  • The Cornish Bakery - 5 min drive
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About this property

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

When you stay at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, you'll be 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Windermere and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Lake District National Park. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, aromatherapy, or mani/pedis, and SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel, one of 2 restaurants, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Czech, English, French, German, Italian, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 31 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM - midnight
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • WiFi is limited to 3 GB of data per room, per stay. A surcharge applies for additional usage.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (10 years old and younger) not allowed
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1901
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Full-service spa
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. 1-star Michelin rating. Reservations are required.
Gilpin Spice - This restaurant specializes in Pan-Asian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 25.00 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 80.00 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a picnic area and a garden. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House also has access to a nearby health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring British cuisine.
What's the area around Gilpin Hotel & Lake House like?
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is located a short 12-minute walk from Windermere Golf Club.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

V, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

steven, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Deborah, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was impeccable. The staff, especially, were always on hand, helpful and very friendly. If you want a treat, good food, comfort, beautiful rooms, the Gilpin is the place to stay. Not cheap, but still worth every penny as you certainly get what you pay for.
adrian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect!
Beautiful hotel & top class restaurant, can't fault it. Thoroughly enjoyable visit, perfect for that special occasion!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lawrence, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

the staff, the accommodations were wonderful. The food and service at both restaurants world class.
Art, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A R, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mrs Sarah Louise, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Marian, 1-night trip
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