Dog Friendly Hotels in the Lake District

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn are located in the heart of the Lake District, surrounded by fells and lakes. The edge of Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, is a few minutes’ walk away and the shops of Ambleside are only a short stroll away. Each room features a TV, Tea/Coffee making facilities, en-suite bathroom and free WIFI. If you have a particular bathroom or bed configuration request for your stay, please do not hesitate to contact the team who will check the availability for you. Upon arrival, please check in at The Wateredge Inn which is only moments away.

When you stay at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa in Windermere, you'll be on a lake – a 1-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 6 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This spa hotel is 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Ullswater and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Treetop Trek.

Located in Windermere, The Wild Boar is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Lyth Valley and Windermere Golf Club. This luxury inn is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Windermere and 13.3 mi (21.3 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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In the Borrowdale valley, this charming hotel has traditional rooms, and is surrounded by picturesque Lake District scenery. Free Wi-Fi is provided, as well as free private parking. Built in 1866, The Borrowdale Hotel still retains many original Victorian features. Some of the bedrooms feature lake views. With open fires, the oak-panelled lounge bar and conservatory are open for light lunches and afternoon teas, with terraces overlooking landscaped gardens and surrounding mountains. The AA Rosette Restaurant features a fine menu and friendly staff.

Located in Ambleside, Mere Lodge is within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This bed & breakfast is 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Beatrix Potter Gallery.

When you stay at The Gables Guest House in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This guest house is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Ullswater and 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from Lodore Falls.

Located in Holmrook, Woolpack Inn is in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Eskdale Mill and Hardknott Roman Fort. This bed & breakfast is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Lake Windermere and 29.5 mi (47.5 km) from Lodore Falls.

With a stay at The Lamplighter Dining- Rooms, you'll be centrally located in Windermere, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This inn is 14.8 mi (23.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13 mi (20.9 km) from Ullswater.

Featuring exposed stone walls, oak beams, and a cosy log-burning stove, this inn was built around 400 years ago and features free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Lake Windermere can be reached in 15 minutes’ drive, and Coniston Water is a 5-minute walk away. Surrounded by the gorgeous Lake District National Park, The Black Bull Inn and Hotel is close to numerous attractions for guests to see. Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, is 6 miles away. The World of Beatrix Potter is a 20-minute drive away. Each room at The Black Bull is cosy, with simple décor and traditional furnishings. Features include a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms overlook the picturesque countryside. Locally sourced ingredients are used to create a range of delicious meals, and special dietary requirements can be catered for. Breakfast and afternoon tea are also available.

With sleek and modern bedrooms and located in the centre of Keswick, Rooms36 is just a 10-minute walk from Keswick Ferry Landing on Derwent Water. The traditional Lakeland stone townhouse features free Wi-Fi and allows pets on request. All bedrooms at Rooms36 feature a stylish en suite bathroom, a TV and tea/coffee-making facilities. The rooms have a fresh white décor and some have views of the surrounding fells. The property is within 2 minutes’ walk of some of Keswick’s finest places to eat, while the surrounding countryside is dotted with traditional inns. Parking is possible outside the property and is free overnight. Guests will be within a 10-minute drive of picturesque Borrowdale and 20 minutes’ drive from the trails leading up to Skafell Pike, England’s tallest mountain.

When you stay at Kotel Windermere in Windermere, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. This luxury aparthotel is 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Ullswater.

Located in the heart of Keswick, the refurbished Skiddaw Hotel offers good food, and spacious rooms with tea/coffee making facilities. There is free WiFi throughout the hotel, and parking permits available at an extra cost for the car park near the hotel. The hotel's restaurant, Brasserie 31, serves seasonal menus of local produce, while the lounge bar offers drinks, bar meals and our Hiker's Picnic Board - a savoury twist on traditional afternoon tea. A full Cumbrian or continental breakfast is provided each morning, made using the finest locally sourced ingredients. Surrounded by dramatic lakes and mountains of the Lake District, Skiddaw Hotel is a short walk from Keswick’s shops and cafés. Derwentwater is less than a 5-minute drive away. The hotel has a conservatory lounge overlooking the market square, with food and drink served all day. Discounted vouchers for local attractions are available from reception.

Set in Grasmere, 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Forest Side Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 22 km of Derwentwater. The property is allergy-free and is situated 23 km from Lake Windermere. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Forest Side Hotel also have free WiFi. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with a desk and a TV. A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests at Forest Side Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grasmere, like hiking and cycling. Buttermere is 37 km from the hotel, while Askham Hall is 40 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 130 km from the property.

Situated in Penrith, within 21 km of Askham Hall and 21 km of World of Beatrix Potter, The White Lion Inn features accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 29 km from Lake Windermere, 30 km from Derwentwater and 44 km from Buttermere. The inn has a terrace and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All rooms in the inn are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at The White Lion Inn. Muncaster Castle is 48 km from the accommodation, while Grizedale Forest is 22 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 122 km away.