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The Westbourne

Property class: 4

Photo gallery for The Westbourne

A stone building with a sign reading "WESTBOURNE".
A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread, a tufted headboard, and a bedside lamp.
A white building with a row of windows covered in hanging flowers.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two lamps, a chandelier, a framed picture, and a vase with flowers.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a staircase, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

Explore the area

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Biskey Howe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, England, LA23 2JR
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowness Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (Compact)

A neatly made bed with pillows and a folded towel, a window with a striped blind, and a wall with floral wallpaper.

Double Room (Compact)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread, a tufted headboard, and a bedside lamp.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chandelier, and a door leading to another room.

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a radiator, and a window with blinds.

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Windermere

At The Westbourne you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of World of Beatrix Potter and Old Laundry Theatre. Highlights at this guest house include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage and a reception hall. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Windermere guest house, attractions include Lake Windermere and Ullswater.
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What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Windermere - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bowness Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Magic Roundabout - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Westbourne

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Windermere guest house is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Westbourne offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 9.50 per person
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (80 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 not available.
  • 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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.50 per person

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Westbourne House Windermere
Westbourne Windermere
The Westbourne Bowness-On-Windermere, England - Lake District
The Westbourne Hotel Bowness-On-Windermere
Westbourne Guesthouse Windermere
The Westbourne Bowness-On-Windermere
The Westbourne Guesthouse
The Westbourne Windermere
The Westbourne Guesthouse Windermere

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Westbourne?

The Westbourne offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Westbourne?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Westbourne on 3 Sept 2026 start from AU$222, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Westbourne?

Yep, The Westbourne has a free self car park.

Does The Westbourne serve breakfast?

Sure does, English brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Westbourne?

No, The Westbourne does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Westbourne?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Westbourne's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Westbourne?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Westbourne?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Westbourne Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 520 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Very convenient to walking to the lake, shops, and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 5 was perfect huge bed very comfy parking on site Breakfast excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely hotel with super friendly staff thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay here was fantastic. The owners were very personable, rooms were spotless and the breakfast was first class.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners, room was nice and comfortable, great location for exploring the lakes
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Westbourne was immaculately clean, we were made to feel very welcome and the breakfast was great. The ideal base to stay when exploring the lake with public transport not far away. We would definitely recommend and already planning to book another stay. Thank you to The Westbourne for such a lovely break 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, comfortable bed, beautifully decorated. Walkable to many great restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very welcoming and helpful staff , breakfast option superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We booked here as a last minute stay and could not fault it, we had gone the lakes for the weekend but didn’t want to go home, the owners where very welcoming and did not disappoint we would definitely book here again when we return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet yet close to bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful B&B comfortable rooms and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth and Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large and very clean with lovely bathroom and shower. Breakfast was excellent would definitely stay again. Nice to be able to park the car and walk to the centre and waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bhavini

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room waa good and coay. Lady who checked us in was friendly too, we had good sleep price was good..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tidy small hotel in a great location, good parking and WiFi.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very lovely staff, ideal location as it is a short walk from plenty of shops and places to eat but is in a quiet area far from the main road clean and very comfy bed, facilities are all good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great bed and breakfast, close to town. Very clean and great breakfast. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly and the hotel is well situated. Our room however was tiny - the smallest hotel room I’ve ever stayed in!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location,wonderful staff great breakfast,clean rooms. Perfect for touring Windermere and local attractions,bars and restaurants all within walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice staff. Good breakfast. Room was clean and nice. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our first Lake District adventure

Beautiful house which was really clean. Owners were lovely and very helpful for things to do in area. Lovely breakfast as well each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely breakfast and good clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Greg & Angela were the perfect hosts.Had some very informative and interesting conversations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovey hotel

Lovely hotel, we had room 8 seperate from the hotel, decent size, very clean,comfortable bed would definitely stay again. Great location to all the amenities of Bowness.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and courteous hosts. Made us feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025