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Grasmere – the heart of the Lake District; and at the heart of Grasmere is The Inn at Grasmere, the original Inn of Grasmere, where travellers have come for centuries to stop, rest and enjoy the Lakes.

The Inn at Grasmere is part and parcel of the historic village. With breath taking views in a central location, the Inn provides visitors with easy access to the Lakes District in a luxurious setting.

Ancient traditions and modern comfort come together in The Inn at Grasmere, the heart of Grasmere.

Your home away from home.

Our Inn has stylish rooms and a on site Wellness Centre which features a sauna, relaxation room and heated swimming pool.

Limited car parking is available on site free of charge. We also have parking at our sister hotel a 2 minute walk away providing us with ample parking.

All of our rooms at The Inn At Grasmere are newly refurbished with new carpets, deco, beds, bathrooms, also have free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, as well as a power shower/bath, luxury Bath House toiletries and lots of luxury touches.

1769 Bar & Restaurant features a traditional menu of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with the hotel's Lakeland Bar & Restaurant offering a selection of real ales and bar meals. We also have a delightful Courtyard where you can unwind and enjoy the beautiful scenery inside or out.

The Inn at Grasmere is set in the centre of the village, with walking and hiking routes right on the property's doorstep.

The hotel is situated in a prime location for easy access to neighbouring locations and a bus stop is conveniently located across the road from the property. Ambleside is 6.9 km away, while Keswick is 20 km away.

With a stay at Riverside Hotel in Kendal, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake Windermere. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kendal Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition.

With a stay at Cumbria Grand Hotel in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Eggerslack Wood. This family-friendly hotel is 18 mi (29 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 19.4 mi (31.3 km) from Coniston Water.

With a stay at New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Harrison Stickle. This hotel is 13.3 mi (21.5 km) from Coniston Water and 15.5 mi (25 km) from Ullswater.

With a stay at Netherwood Hotel & Spa in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be in a regional park, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Eggerslack Wood. This beach hotel is 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from Coniston Water.

Located in Kendal, The Lakeland Kendal Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by BW is within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake Windermere. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Kendal Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition.

Located in Penrith, Patterdale Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Place Fell and Ullswater. This hotel is 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from Lake Windermere and 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.

With a stay at Traveller's Rest Inn in Ambleside, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and The Herdy Shop. This inn is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Ullswater and 13.3 mi (21.3 km) from Coniston Water.

With a stay at The Commodore Inn in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Yewbarrow House Gardens. This hotel is 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from Coniston Water.

With a stay at Chestnut Villa in Ambleside, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and The Herdy Shop. This bed & breakfast is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from Coniston Water and 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from Ullswater.

The family-run Ye Olde Fighting Cocks is set beside the Kent estuary in the picturesque village of Arnside, officially named an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The beer garden boasts views of the Lake District’s mountains and the estuary, as well as offering free on-site parking.

Most of the bedrooms offer views across the Kent estuary and the mountains within the Lake District.

The Fighting Cocks’ on-site bar features a wood-burning fireplace and offers a variety of traditional beers, lagers and wines. There are 2 on-site restaurants serving traditional home-cooked food. There is a Sky/BT Sports area showing live action.

Arnside Rail Station is just 350 meters from the property and junction 35 of the M6 is less than 8 miles away. The start of the Lake District National Park is just a 5 minute train journey.

With a stay at Stonecross Manor Hotel in Kendal, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lyth Valley. This spa hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Lake Windermere and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry.

Located in Kendal, Castle Green Hotel In Kendal, BW Premier Collection is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Parkside Road and Kendal Museum. This hotel is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Lake Windermere.

With a stay at Victorian House in Ambleside, you'll be on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and The Herdy Shop. This bed & breakfast is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Coniston Water and 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from Ullswater.

Set in Great Langdale, 22 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 27 km of Lake Windermere. The property is non-smoking and is located 32 km from Derwentwater Lake.

The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available at the property.

You can play darts at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.

Muncaster Castle is 36 km from The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, while Wasdale is 40 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 135 km from the property.

With a stay at The Rusland Pool Hotel in Ulverston, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. This hotel is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Coniston Water and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Lakeland Motor Museum.

The extensively-refurbished Bridge House Hotel is set in Grasmere, directly across from St Oswalds Church and the graveyard where William Wordsworth rests. The hotel sits in its own mature grounds, with beautiful views overlooking the River Rothay.

The hotel has an Art Deco design and is set in an elegant Edwardian house with some period features. All bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms complimented with luxury Bath House toiletries. Most rooms also offer stunning views of the river Rothay or the scenic fells.

Guests are welcomed with cream tea with homemade scones and cakes upon arrival and the pantry offers complimentary tea/coffee also with homemade cookies.

Each morning, the hotel offers a hearty breakfast. A range of cold platters and snacks are available to order, and the property can recommend and book local restaurants for an evening meal. You can also relax on site in a cosy lounge with a log fire, while the residents bar offers an extensive wine and drinks menu.

Guests can use the leisure facilities at the property's sister hotel, The Inn Grasmere. Facilities include a swimming pool and sauna.

Many mountain and lakeshore walking routes are available directly from the hotel. These include Helvellyn, Fairfield Horseshoe, Langdale Pikes, and low level routes beside Rydal Water and Grasmere Lake.

Bridge House Hotel & Silver Howe View Cottage is less than 5 miles from Lake Windermere and around 13 miles from Keswick. Ambleside’s attractions include the Armitt Museum and 17th-century Bridge House.

Free parking is included for guests.

Situated in Grasmere, 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Grasmere Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 22 km of Lake Windermere. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Derwentwater Lake.

The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Buttermere is 37 km from The Grasmere Hotel, while Askham Hall is 40 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 129 km away.

Set within the beautiful Lakeland village of Grasmere, this Victorian mansion features fabulous views of the surrounding fells and valleys. Guests can enjoy the restaurant and relaxing TV lounge.

Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, is just 15 minutes’ walk away from YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe. The shores of Grasmere Lake are just 15 minutes away on foot and the surrounding fells contain numerous scenic walking trails. Grasmere village is just a 10-minute walk away.

Home-cooked meals are available in YHA Grasmere’s restaurant, while guests can also cook within the self-catering kitchen and make use of the dining room. There is also a cafe on-site and a small shop for guests.

The majority of rooms at YHA Grasmere’s contain bunk beds. Guests are able to relax in spacious, lovely grounds, whilst there is also a games room and Wi-Fi access.

Bluebells, a property with a garden, is set in Ambleside, 20 km from Lake Windermere, 28 km from Derwentwater Lake, as well as 33 km from Muncaster Castle. The property is located 42 km from Askham Hall, 43 km from Buttermere and 44 km from Wasdale. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away.

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

Grizedale Forest is 13 km from Bluebells, while Coniston Water is 16 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 130 km from the property.