Waterhead
Travel Guide
Visit Waterhead
Rothay Garth
Nice clean room with nice view. Staff very welcoming. Prime location. Easy parking. Excellent breakfast. All for a great price.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
Everything was perfect. A big thankyou to all the staff for making my stay perfect.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group
The room was perfect and the staff were great. We also loved the pub style dining
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Waterhead Cottage
Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments
Clean apartment, ample space, tasteful decor, lovely garden view.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
The room and staff were fine but we had no hot water for about 16 hours and had to use another apartment to shower which was not great.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 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
Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.
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
Visit the 17th-century house where William Wordsworth lived for almost a decade and wrote some of his most celebrated works.
Rydal Water
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rydal Water during your travels in Lakes.
Church of St Mary
Enjoy the serene ambiance in this charming lakeside church, peruse the intricate stained-glass windows and learn about medieval traditions.
