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Our top choices for Waterhead cheap hotels

A room with a large bay window overlooking a lake, two leather chairs, a wooden table, and a banner advertising a lakeside restaurant.
A round table with four blue chairs, a wooden table top, and a blue pendant light.
A marina with several boats docked at the pier.
A row of traditional stone and timber-framed buildings with a restaurant named "The Lakeside" and a sign welcoming visitors to "YHA Ambleside".

1. YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Ambleside
United Kingdom
Sarah
₩54,602
₩65,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
A modern spa with a large pool, two hot tubs, and a stone statue.
A large, multi-story building with a prominent white facade, situated on a hillside with lush greenery.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and hanging plants.
A lakeside view with picnic tables and a sailboat.

2. Beech Hill Hotel & Spa

Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
Windermere
United Kingdom
Tina
₩156,025
₩187,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
A cozy restaurant with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a buffet area.
A room with a wooden ceiling and two skylights with brown curtains.
A building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a door.
A bunk bed with a mural of a boat on the wall, a window with curtains, and a framed certificate on the wall.

3. YHA Windermere - Hostel

YHA Windermere - Hostel
Windermere
United Kingdom
Max
₩53,132
₩63,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
YHA Windermere - Hostel
A stone building with a sign reading "Great Langdale Bunhouse."
A bunk room with three bunk beds, a small wooden chair, and a radiator.
A wooden door with a number 2 sign, a white wall, and a hallway leading to another room.
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and a wooden door with a pedestrian symbol.

4. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
Ambleside
United Kingdom
Clara
₩69,367
₩83,241 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel
A stone building with a wooden deck, a white plastic chair, a red table, and potted plants.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wicker chair, and a wooden coffee table.
A narrow entrance to a property with a stone facade, a black gate, and a sign indicating 'Walker’s 21 Rest'.
A neatly made bed with a metal frame, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed pictures on the walls.

5. Walkers Rest

Walkers Rest
Windermere
United Kingdom
Chris
₩770,059
₩924,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Walkers Rest
A large stone building with a covered patio area, featuring multiple windows and a chimney.
A cozy room with wooden paneling, a fireplace, leather seating, and a chandelier.
A room with a fireplace, a clock, a bookshelf, and a view of a garden through large windows.
A bar area with wooden ceiling, shelves with bottles, glasses, and a map on the counter.

6. YHA Langdale - Hostel

YHA Langdale - Hostel
Ambleside
United Kingdom
Mark
₩59,030
₩70,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
YHA Langdale - Hostel
A wooden cabin with a bed and two chairs outside.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a menu stand. Large windows provide a view of greenery outside.
A large, white building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and dense greenery.
A conference room with a long table, black chairs, a whiteboard, stone walls, and a kitchen area with a sink.

7. YHA Hawkshead - Hostel

YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
Ambleside
United Kingdom
Arun
₩51,817
₩62,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
YHA Hawkshead - Hostel
A large, historic stone house with multiple chimneys, surrounded by autumn foliage and a mountainous backdrop.
A wooden staircase with a view of a room below, a window with a plant, and patterned wallpaper.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A set of stone steps ascending a rocky slope in a forested area.

8. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
Ambleside
United Kingdom
Jun Kyeoung
₩47,235
₩56,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel
A stone cottage with a view of a stone wall, a wooden fence, and a picnic table.
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, a coffee machine, and a menu board.
A traditional stone building with a white facade, a front entrance, and a small porch area.
A campsite with a green tent and a camper van, surrounded by trees and a small stream.

9. YHA Helvellyn - Hostel

YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
Penrith
United Kingdom
Matthew
₩53,132
₩63,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
YHA Helvellyn - Hostel
A neatly made bed with a pillow featuring a cartoon character, a bedside lamp, and a wardrobe.
A white building with a brown door and windows, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
A bathroom with a large window, a wooden door, and a bamboo reed diffuser.
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, and a small refrigerator.

10. Bobtail Cottage

Bobtail Cottage
Kendal
United Kingdom
RITESHKUMAR
₩585,849
₩703,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Bobtail Cottage
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Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good
"Room was spotless and spacious. Large group in at breakfast time but staff coped very well. No towels in Spa so had to get some from room. Parking is overpriced considering room costs, only negative for us. Have been a few times now, and will return."
Lorraine 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa
Keswick Country House Hotel

Keswick Country House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The food in the restaurant was first class and the staff were friendly and always helpful"
Geoff 4-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Keswick Country House Hotel
Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Really good place for a relaxing little break would highly recommend"
John 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

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What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Waterhead?
Based on our traveler reviews, YHA Ambleside - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Waterhead?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Waterhead, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 52°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Waterhead is 61 inches.
What is there to see and do in Waterhead?
Waterhead attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and lakeside setting, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for sights and activities that are easy on the wallet. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Lake Windermere, Borrans Park, or Old Man of Coniston.