A luxury stay in Windermere awaits you at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House. You'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Lake Windermere and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Bowness Pier. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and free valet parking. .A relaxing day at Gilpin Spa Space / Lake House Jetty Spa can include massages, facials and body treatments along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. .With a stay at this 5-property class Windermere hotel, you'll be 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House.
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
Luxury spa hotel near Bowness Pier
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 tour or ticket assistance 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 members are 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 dressing gowns, slippers and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. 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 hot 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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: GBP 25 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Gilpin Spice
SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel
Things to do
Full-service spa
Indoor pool (guest access)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
In the mountains
Picnic area
Terrace
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Spa open daily
Spa tub
Steam room
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
More
2 buildings
2 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Built in 1901
Double-glazed windows
Fireplace in lobby
Living plant wall
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Entertainment
Smart TV with premium satellite channels
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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: from 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 all 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
What is the cancellation policy at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Yep, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House has a free self car park and free valet parking.
Is there a spa on site at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Yep, Gilpin Spa Space / Lake House Jetty Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a steam room. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.
Does Gilpin Hotel & Lake House serve breakfast?
Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
No, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is there a golf course on site at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House?
There isn't one on site, but Windermere Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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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.