Colton
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Lakeside Hotel & Spa
We stayed in a courtyard room which was excellent, the bathroom was exceptional. All the staff were very helpful, polite and cheerful. The only disappointment was that for some reason the restaurant was closed so we tried the brasserie and we were not at all impressed, a very burnt burger, so we ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026

The Swan Hotel and Spa
The hotel is lovely overall, but it feels a little tired in places, with some short-term fixes rather than longer-term solutions. Our room was very warm, and a sign advised calling reception as the air conditioning was decommissioned. When I did, the response felt quite dismissive, focusing on the ...
Reviewed on May 1, 2026

Lakes Hotel and Spa
Staff went above and beyond especially considering I’d arrived a day early ! The manager and reception staff went out of their way to resolve the situation. Restaurant excellent, would recommend.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026

Pine Lake Resort
Parking bays were very narrow but manageable. Evening meal was average. Room was good and the bed very comfortable
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments

Rayrigg Villa Windermere
Pleasant, comfortable and reasonably priced accomodation close to train station and local buses. Plenty of eating and drinking options close by. Would definitely consider when staying in The Lakes again.
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025
Popular places to visit

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Sit in the front compartment and learn to operate this steam train, while capturing photos of the delightful Lake District scenery.

Fell Foot Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fell Foot Park, a lovely green space in Staveley-in-Cartmel. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lakeland Motor Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lakeland Motor Museum during your trip to Backbarrow. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Lakes Aqaurium
Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.
Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Learn about the local history of Ulverston with a stop at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.
Laurel and Hardy Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Laurel and Hardy Museum during your trip to Ulverston. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.



