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Red Lion Inn, hotel in Hawkshead

Located in Hawkshead and with Lake Windermere reachable within 5.2 miles, Red Lion Inn has a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

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.
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
707 reviews
Price from$175.88per 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 yards from the Hawkshead Grammar School.

Very nice place to stay ,top notch breakfast
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
109 reviews
Price from$149.49per night
The Hive at Poppi-Red, hotel in Hawkshead

The Hive at Poppi-Red offers accommodations in Hawkshead, 5.1 miles from Lake Windermere and 23 miles from Derwentwater.

Friendly Good location
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,575 reviews
Price from$135.68per night
Hawkshead Suites, hotel in Hawkshead

5 miles from Lake Windermere in Hawkshead, Hawkshead Suites offers accommodations with access to a hot tub and beauty services.

9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
22 reviews
Price from$369.34per 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.

Location and view
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
1,045 reviews
Price from$50.25per night
Queens Head Inn & Restaurant, hotel in Hawkshead

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

Staff were very friendly and attentive. Lovely atmosphere. Nice choice of breakfast options. Meal in the restaurant was lovely.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
450 reviews
Price from$152.01per 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 accommodations with free WiFi access throughout and on-site private parking facilities free of charge.

Breakfasts were excellent
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
116 reviews
Price from$125.63per night
Lakes Hotel & Spa, hotel in Hawkshead

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

I absolutely love it here. Best hotel by far. Great location. Staff excellent. Roof top bar is so nice and relaxing.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
5,758 reviews
Price from$220.47per 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 center is a 20-minute walk away.

Location
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
2,625 reviews
Price from$224.77per night
Beech Hill Hotel & Spa, hotel in Hawkshead

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

Hotel has a fantastic view of Lake Windemere
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
2,805 reviews
Price from$198.49per 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

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 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
  • From $175.88 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 of America
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 391 reviews
    Chris and Gillian made us feel welcome and their breakfasts were amazing. The grounds and the hotel were absolutely fabulous. The rooms were very clean and had original antique furniture which added to the historical value of the hotel. Chris was very helpful and knowledgeable about the area and suggested walks and places to go and eat. They even saw us off when we left which was a lovely touch. All in all it was a fabulous stay.
    Shannon
    United Kingdom
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 95 reviews
    Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of locally sourced produce. The hosts were engaging and knowledgeable of the local area and happy to make recommendations. A great place to stay for the local Pubs and dining options and you could jump on a bus and visit other villages around the lake district if walking was not your thing.
    Paul
    United Kingdom
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 7 reviews
    Fabulous cottage with everything we needed for a stay in the Lake District. Great location for exploring the Windermere area and a fab local pub for evening meals. We had one very wet day but there were lots of board games and DVDs available to keep us entertained in the cosy cottage.
    Sara
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 391 reviews
    this is a beautiful property set in a wonderful location for touring the southern Lake District with many good walks within a few miles and some great restaurants and pubs close by. Chris is a fond of knowledge and was a great host at each delicious breakfast.
    Roger
    United States of America
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 109 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
  • From $150.75 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 450 reviews
    This was our second time staying at this charming Inn and won’t be our last. The rooms were clean, dinner was fab, and breakfast was rich. Every member of the staff were kind and helpful, and Hawkshead is simply gorgeous. Highly recommend!
    Ancestralvoices
    United States of America
  • From $175.88 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 707 reviews
    We had a nice 4 day break, good local walks, great breakfast, dog friendly at no additional cost. We didn’t move the car for 4 days as lots to do and see. Friendly staff and lots of dog treats given. Will be staying again.
    Brad
    United Kingdom
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 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
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 819 reviews
    Very lovely rooms. Nice bar with live music. Very welcoming staff and atmosphere. Great breakfast. Electric car charging in local car park very near to the hotel.
    Martin
    United Kingdom
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 819 reviews
    Great place with lots of character! Easy to reach other locations within Lake District. I would recommend this place to all my friends and family.
    Kovac
    United Kingdom
  • From $211.05 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,575 reviews
    Dog friendly, lovely staff, comfy room and great location for hiking. Great price and I would definitely recommend.
    Michelle
    United Kingdom
  • From $106.78 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,045 reviews
    Quiet location in lake district area, good value for money. Nice common areas. Good shared bathroom facilities
    Wojciech
    Switzerland
  • From $106.78 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,045 reviews
    Location /staff / value 15 min walk on road to Hawkshead ( no pavement but country road not too busy)
    quentin
    Isle of Man
  • From $211.05 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,575 reviews
    Beautiful location... Hawkshead is such a pretty village. Great breakfasts. .
    Robert
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 86 reviews
    great location in the heart of hawkshead, dog friendly, no fuss
    Barry
    United Kingdom
  • From $211.05 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,575 reviews
    Right in the centre, good breakfast, cosy dog friendly.
    Tyler-Louise
    United Kingdom
  • From $150.75 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 450 reviews
    very central in the lovely village of Hawkshead
    Karen
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 391 reviews
    best place to stay at Lake District.
    Aashish
    India
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