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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.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
704 reviews
Price from$175.30per 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
107 reviews
Price from$149.01per 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.

Good location Welcoming staff Good food Very comfortable
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,558 reviews
Price from$162.28per 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.

10
Scored 10
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
20 reviews
Price from$368.13per 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
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
1,030 reviews
Price from$62.61per 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
442 reviews
Price from$201.60per 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
114 reviews
Price from$125.21per 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...

Everything was just perfect
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
5,711 reviews
Price from$219.75per 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.

very old furniture
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
2,587 reviews
Price from$182.56per 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...

The view onto the lake
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
2,776 reviews
Price from$197.84per 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

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 86 reviews
    The Kings Arms is a very well located traditional pub/hotel. It is presently going through a transitional phase with a new manager recently appointed. Like many properties in the area it is struggling to recruit staff and this is having an impact on its ability to provide a food service and also on opening hours. Breakfast was served to order and was excellent. Its a hotel that has been in Hawkshead for many, many years and the present management are determined to restore it to its former glory
    Peter
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 394 reviews
    Chris, Gillie, Murphey, Geoffrey, and Carla are wonderful friendly hosts. The breakfast was excellent. The poached eggs were perfect. We stayed in Braithwaite. Our room was cleaned to the highest standard and so very comfortable. The views from our room were magnificent. We had views of the garden, sheep, Lake Windermere, and the mountains. If you're looking for a 5 star plus stay in the Lake District, Belmount Hall is your best bet.
    Colleen
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 394 reviews
    This is an idyll located close to Hawks head the hidden gem of the Lake District - we were met by the charming proprietor Chris who has the gifts of tourist guru blended delicately with the finesse of an accomplished host . He is joined by his elegant wife Gilly who is the domestic goddess non pareil . Parting was such sweet sorrow
    Margaret
    Ireland
  • From $197.84 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 442 reviews
    Cosy Inn above a pub/restaurant and perfectly centered in Hawkshead. The reservations for dinner that come with the room actually worked out well since several of the restaurants in the village were either closed or remodeling. The Queens Head is a perfect staging point for hikes through the hills and lakes in the area.
    Benson
    United States of America
  • 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
  • From $149.01 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 107 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 $175.30 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 704 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
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 394 reviews
    Belmount is in a fantastic location in the Lake District from which to explore. Wray Castle and Ambleside are walking distance from hiking trails that cross the rear of the property. This is an excellent value.
    Jeffrey
    United States of America
  • From $175.30 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 704 reviews
    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.
    Graham
    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
  • From $197.84 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 442 reviews
    Breakfast options were great! Dinner options were perfect- it's pretty busy in the Lake District for dinner bookings so knowing you have a table at the pub each evening is a relief
    N
    Natasha
    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
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,030 reviews
    Most amazingly situated at best possible location in Lake district. Lots of trails to walk or ride around. Go to Cathedral Caves, elter waters, Tarn Hows.
    Anurag36
    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
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 80 reviews
    All in all a superb couple of days break. Just a shame not all the pubs in Hawkshead were not serving food due to staff shortages.
    DAVID
    United Kingdom
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,030 reviews
    Location /staff / value 15 min walk on road to Hawkshead ( no pavement but country road not too busy)
    quentin
    Isle of Man
  • From $150.26 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,559 reviews
    Location was ideal right in the center of Hawkshead. Restaurant had great food.
    Jennifer
    United States of America
  • From $150.26 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,559 reviews
    Lovely clean rooms. Location perfect, even better that it’s so dog friendly
    Georgina
    United Kingdom
  • From $150.26 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,559 reviews
    Right in the centre, good breakfast, cosy dog friendly.
    Tyler-Louise
    United Kingdom
  • From $197.84 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 442 reviews
    very central in the lovely village of Hawkshead
    Karen
    United Kingdom