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Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Lake Windermere

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Exterior
Suite, Garden Area | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Reception
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant

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Crook Road - Windermere, English Lake District, Windermere, England, LA23 3NE
  • Popular LocationWorld of Beatrix Potter4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBowness Pier5 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)87 min drive

Room options

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Suite, Garden Area | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Garden Area

9.3/10 Wonderful
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Room

8.9/10 Excellent
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite (Lake House) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite (Lake House)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Master Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Master Room

9/10 Wonderful
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Windermere

In historical district.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Windermere hotel, you'll find Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 4 min drive
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive
  • Lake Windermere - 5 min drive
  • Bowness Pier - 5 min drive
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 8 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Village Inn & Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Bodega - 4 min drive
  • The Albert - 4 min drive
  • Base Pizza - 4 min drive
  • Trattoria - 4 min drive

About this property

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

5-star luxury hotel near Lake Windermere
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offers its guests a full-service spa. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Gilpin Hotel & Lake House. You'll have access to the indoor pool and health club at a partner property. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 5-star Windermere hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1901
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offers 31 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Gilpin Spa Space / Lake House Jetty Spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a spa tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Romanian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: GBP 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 80.00 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 25.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 80.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gilpin Hotel & Lake House to the airport?

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is 86.3 mi (88-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House.

Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 25.00 per person.

Is there a casino at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House have a pool?

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House have a restaurant?

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is home to SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel, which features British cuisine.

Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Gilpin Spa Space / Lake House Jetty Spa, where you can enjoy facials, massages, and body treatments.

How close is Gilpin Hotel & Lake House to downtown Windermere?

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is 2.1 mi away from Windermere.

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 100 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

V

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

steven

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our 3rd stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

adrian, Winchester

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect!
Beautiful hotel & top class restaurant, can't fault it. Thoroughly enjoyable visit, perfect for that special occasion!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Art

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff, the accommodations were wonderful. The food and service at both restaurants world class.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

A R

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022