Waterhead
Travel Guide





Visit Waterhead

Rothay Garth
Fabulous, lovely warm welcome, great breakfast, good value.
Reviewed on 1 February 2026

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
Very friendly staff, room was spotless. Nice place to stay for a day or two.
Reviewed on 20 January 2026

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group
Great location. Nice room with a lake view. Plentiful breakfast. Of note were the exceptionally hard working staff, particularly those working behind the bar and on reception.
Reviewed on 28 December 2025

Waterhead Cottage

Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments
Clean apartment, ample space, tasteful decor, lovely garden view.
Reviewed on 7 February 2026

Kotel Windermere
Room was amazing, clean fresh warm and inviting
Reviewed on 21 January 2026
Popular places to visit

Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
You can learn about the history of Grasmere with a trip to Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Rydal Mount
Find out about the history of Rydal with a stop at Rydal Mount. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Ambleside Pier
Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Check out the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.

Dove Cottage
Find out about the history of Grasmere when you take a trip to Dove Cottage. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Rydal Water
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rydal Water during your travels in Lakes.
Hill Top Farm
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Hill Top Farm in Near Sawrey. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
- Borrans Park
- Yorkshire Dales National Park
- World of Beatrix Potter
- Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
- Cartmel Racecourse
- Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
- Old Man of Coniston
- Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
- Lowther Castle and Gardens
- Muncaster Castle
- Levens Hall and Gardens
- Rydal Mount
- Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats
- Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve
