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.

1,067 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.

Hotel in Windermere · 0.47 mi from centre
8.0
634 reviews
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Breakfast available
Only 3 rooms left
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.

Country house in Windermere · 0.68 mi from centre
9.0
306 reviews
Only 4 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.

Inn in Windermere · 0.06 mi from centre
9.0
183 reviews
Breakfast available
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.

Inn in Windermere · 2.52 mi from centre
8.6
298 reviews
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Located in Windermere, Wild Boar Estate 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.

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 Windermere · 2.39 mi from centre
9.2
277 reviews
Breakfast available
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, 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.

Inn in Bowness-on-Windermere · 1.26 mi from centre
9.3
379 reviews
This hotel is situated in the centre of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, just 2 minutes’ walk from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Rooms at Churchills Inn & Rooms are clean and functional, with private bathrooms and facilities for making tea and coffee. Some also offer picturesque views A choice of restaurants are less than 5 minutes away on foot. The nearby town dates back to the Middle Ages, with picturesque old lanes to walk along. Parking is available in 3 car parks within a minute’s walk from the building, and Windermere Rail Station is a mile away.

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
597 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.

Guest house in Windermere · 0.05 mi from centre
8.5
669 reviews
The Lamplighter features a top rated traditional restaurant, lounge bar and terraces, serving real ales and Lakeland specialities. In the heart of beautiful Windermere, the elegant rooms are large and airy. Each of the spacious rooms has a private en suite bathroom. All rooms have a TV and tea and coffee facilities. The popular Lamplighter Dining Room serves a creative British menu, using local and seasonal produce. Fresh fish is delivered daily, and the bar offers a range of guest ales. The Lamplighter also hosts folk, jazz and blues nights on a Wednesday. Built from Lakeland Stone, the hotel features a relaxing guest lounge with ample seating. There is also a large car park, providing free private parking for guests. The building has maintained its original features, including grand fireplaces and large sash windows. The Lamplighter is just 2 minutes’ walk from Windermere Railway Station and coach stop. Situated just off the A591, which runs right through the Lake District, Orrest Head is 10 minutes’ walk away. The famous lake can be reached in just 20 minutes.

Inn in Windermere, Troutbeck Bridge · 0.98 mi from centre
8.1
112 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, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Wasdale is 50 km from The Sun Inn, 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.

Aparthotel in Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere · 2.01 mi from centre
8.0
2 reviews
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With a stay at Fair Rigg by Cradel Haus in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House. This aparthotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Old Laundry Theatre and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Bowness Pier.

Apartment in Windermere · 0.07 mi from centre
8.6
36 reviews
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Offering mountain views, No8 College Gate Windermere is an accommodation set in Windermere, 37 km from Derwentwater Lake and 41 km from Muncaster Castle. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.9 km from World of Beatrix Potter. With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom apartment provides a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. Askham Hall is 41 km from the apartment, while Trough of Bowland is 48 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 116 km from the property.

Holiday home in Windermere · 0.45 mi from centre
8.4
11 reviews
Set in Windermere in the Cumbria region, Woodland Grove features a patio. The property is around 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, 41 km from Muncaster Castle and 42 km from Askham Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 1.3 km away. The 1-bedroom holiday home comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can also relax in the garden. Trough of Bowland is 48 km from the holiday home, while Kendal Castle is 15 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km from the property.

Holiday home in Windermere · 0.08 mi from centre
7.0
1 review
Applethwaite Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Windermere, 36 km from Derwentwater Lake, 41 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 41 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 48 km from Trough of Bowland, 14 km from Kendal Castle and 21 km from Coniston Water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 1.9 km away. The 2-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Cat Bells is 42 km from the holiday home. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 116 km away.

Holiday home in Windermere · 0.12 mi from centre
Situated in Windermere in the Cumbria region, Windermere Loft has a patio. The property is located 37 km from Derwentwater Lake, 41 km from Muncaster Castle and 41 km from Askham Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 1.9 km away. The 2-bedroom holiday home features a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 2 bathrooms with bath. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Dining options are available close to the holiday home. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Trough of Bowland is 48 km from Windermere Loft, while Kendal Castle is 14 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 116 km away.

Holiday home in Windermere · 2.29 mi from centre
9.4
41 reviews
Situated in Windermere and only 6 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Low House Farm North, Troutbeck, Windermere features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has garden views and is 36 km from Askham Hall and 46 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 34 km from Derwentwater Lake. The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Buttermere is 50 km from Low House Farm North, Troutbeck, Windermere, while Wasdale is 50 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km away.
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.
