Planning a trip to Windermere with your dog? You’ll be glad to know it’s one of the most welcoming places in the Lake District for four-legged explorers. With its peaceful lakeside paths, friendly villages and plenty of dog-friendly hotels, it’s an ideal spot for a relaxing break where you can both unwind and enjoy the scenery.

1,582 properties

Inn in Kendal · 2.07 mi from centre
9.0
110 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co in Kendal, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Lyth Valley. This inn is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Ullswater.

Inn in Windermere · 0.06 mi from centre
9.0
183 reviews
Breakfast available
Only 2 rooms left
With a stay at The Lamplighter Dining- Rooms, you'll be centrally located in Windermere, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Orrest Head. This inn is 14.8 mi (23.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13 mi (20.9 km) from Ullswater.

Country house in Windermere · 0.68 mi from centre
9.0
306 reviews
Only 2 rooms left
With a stay at Windermere Hillthwaite Hotel in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This country house is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Ullswater and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

Hotel in Windermere · 0.47 mi from centre
8.0
634 reviews
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With a stay at Windermere Manor Hotel in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. This hotel is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Ullswater and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Holehird Gardens.

Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere · 1.93 mi from centre
9.4
432 reviews
Only 3 rooms left
With a stay at Linthwaite House in Windermere, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House. This golf hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Windermere Golf Club and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere · 1.15 mi from centre
7.2
596 reviews
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When you stay at The Ro Hotel in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This hotel is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Ullswater and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

Hotel in Windermere · 2.39 mi from centre
9.2
277 reviews
Breakfast available
Only 2 rooms left
With a stay at Briery Wood Country House Hotel in Windermere, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 8 minutes by foot from Treetop Trek. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Ullswater and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

Hotel in Bowness-on-Windermere · 2.22 mi from centre
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With a stay at The Ryebeck Hotel in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Bowness Pier and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

Inn in Kendal, Windermere · 2.04 mi from centre
8.7
587 reviews
Set in Windermere, 5.4 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Watermill Inn & Brewery offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star inn offers a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 39 km from Derwentwater Lake. At the inn, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Watermill Inn & Brewery also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a river view. All guest rooms in the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. You can play darts at The Watermill Inn & Brewery. Askham Hall is 43 km from the inn, while Trough of Bowland is 44 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 112 km away.

Inn in Windermere, Troutbeck Bridge · 0.98 mi from centre
8.1
128 reviews
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The Sun Inn is set in Troutbeck Bridge, 34 km from Derwentwater Lake and 39 km from Askham Hall. The property is located 39 km from Muncaster Castle, 49 km from Trough of Bowland and 50 km from Buttermere. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.3 km from World of Beatrix Potter. At the inn, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at The Sun Inn. Wasdale is 50 km from the accommodation, while Grizedale Forest is 13 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 118 km away.

Apartment in Windermere · 0.13 mi from centre
With a stay at this apartment in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Lyth Valley. This apartment is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from Ullswater.

Hotel in Windermere, Ambleside · 2.26 mi from centre
8.8
932 reviews
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Set close to Lake Windermere, just a 5-minute walk from Long Wood Bay Watersports Centre and a 2-minute drive from Ambleside, Briery Wood Hotel is surrounded by peaceful fields and woodland. The traditional property has its own restaurant looking out onto landscaped gardens. Each bedroom at Briery Wood Hotel comes with an en suite bathroom and complimentary toiletries. The décor mixes modern and traditional, some with heated towel rails and large sash windows, while all rooms come with a flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi is available in the public areas, the Holbeck Bar offers fine wines and whiskies, and tea or coffee can be served by the fire in the lounge area. Food at Briery Wood is sourced from local farmers, fishermen and butchers, and freshly cooked breakfasts are served each morning. The creative menu includes Herdwick lamb, local Cumbrian cheeses and fresh trout. Al fresco dining on the hotel’s terrace can even be arranged, weather permitting. The spectacular Langdales are within 10 minutes’ drive, and mountain biking can be enjoyed from the doorstep.

Guesthouse in Windermere · 0.36 mi from centre
8.4
203 reviews
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With a stay at Windermere Park inc Free off-site Health Club in Windermere, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This guest house is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Ullswater and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Orrest Head.

Holiday home in Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere · 0.89 mi from centre
Located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, with World of Beatrix Potter nearby, The Viewpoint provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 42 km from Askham Hall, 44 km from Muncaster Castle and 46 km from Wasdale. The property is non-smoking and is set 38 km from Derwentwater Lake. The 2-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 2 bathrooms with bath. Laundry service is also available. Guests can also relax in the garden. Trough of Bowland is 46 km from the holiday home, while Kendal Castle is 15 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 114 km from the property.

Bed and breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere · 2.20 mi from centre
8.8
798 reviews
Breakfast available
Enjoying beautiful views of Lake Windemere, the charming Ryebeck also boasts 5 acres of gardens and grounds, individually styled rooms and an award-winning restaurant. Spacious and bright bedrooms have been elegantly decorated and furnished. Each room features a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, with some offering a private patio or splendid lake views. The surrounding fells and countryside provide beautiful walks, just moments from the hotel’s doorstep. Beatrix Potter’s former home, Hill Top Farm, is just a 30-minute journey over the car ferry.

Apartment in Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere · 0.74 mi from centre
9.0
54 reviews
Set in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The Snuggery - Windermere, The Lake District has a terrace. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Derwentwater Lake is 39 km from The Snuggery - Windermere, The Lake District, while Muncaster Castle is 42 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km from the property.

Guest house in Windermere · 0.21 mi from centre
8.1
274 reviews
This small guest house is a 2-minute walk from the shops, cafés and restaurants of Windermere and a 15-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Cambridge House was built in 1873 in the Lakeland style and it offers bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. Fantastic walks, such as Orrest Head and School Knott, are within a few minutes of the guest house. Cambridge House is a 5-minute walk from the train and coach stations.

Holiday home in Kendal, Windermere · 2.10 mi from centre
9.4
77 reviews
Burnthwaite Cottage is set in Windermere, 43 km from Askham Hall, 44 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 44 km from Trough of Bowland. The property has garden and quiet street views, and is 41 km from Derwentwater Lake. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.5 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The spacious holiday home has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with river views. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windermere, like cycling. Kendal Castle is 11 km from Burnthwaite Cottage, while Grizedale Forest is 18 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 112 km away.

Hostel in Windermere · 0.05 mi from centre
7.6
10 reviews
Set in Windermere and with World of Beatrix Potter reachable within 2 km, Lakes Boutique Hostel Apartment Windermere offers express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. The property is situated 41 km from Askham Hall, 48 km from Trough of Bowland and 48 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 36 km from Derwentwater Lake. All guest rooms at the hostel come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. All units will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at Lakes Boutique Hostel Apartment Windermere. Kendal Castle is 14 km from the accommodation, while Coniston Water is 24 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 115 km away.

Aparthotel in Windermere · 0.49 mi from centre
9.2
212 reviews
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With a stay at Kotel Windermere in Windermere, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This luxury aparthotel is 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Ullswater.
Dog-friendly hotels in Windermere tend to make things simple for people travelling with pets. Most places are close to the lake or the village centres, so you’re never far from scenic footpaths or places to explore.
Here’s what you’ll usually find when you stay in a Windermere dog-friendly hotel:
In short, Windermere’s layout and welcoming hotels make it easy to explore lakeside walks, woodland paths and village streets while keeping your dog happy and safe.
One of the best things about Windermere is that it combines lake views, miles of walking trails and friendly villages that love dogs. You can start your morning wandering through Bowness, grabbing a coffee from one of the dog-friendly cafés, then head out for a peaceful lakeside walk in the afternoon.
With beautiful scenery, plenty of outdoor space and endless walking routes to explore, Windermere is a dream destination if you’re looking for a relaxing, dog-friendly break.
Check out our dog-friendly hotels in Windermere and choose the one that feels right for you and your four-legged companion. With so many welcoming stays and easy access to walks, cafés and lakeside views, you’re sure to have a fantastic trip together.
