The Best Luxury Hotels in the Lake District, UK

Sitting atop a hill overlooking Lake Windermere, this Edwardian country house exudes elegance and class – from the plush period furniture that is as comfortable as it is stylish to the home-made tea and scones that await you on your arrival. This is five-star Lakes luxury at its finest; you’re also welcome to use the nearby health club’s pool and gym – compliments of the hotel, of course.

Promising dramatic vistas over the nearby Brathay Valley from its elevated viewpoint atop a private crag, Nanny Brow’s celebrated architecture, bright and airy bedrooms, luscious bathrooms and heavenly gardens make for a gloriously luxurious holiday. Built in 1904 in the prized Arts & Crafts style, Nanny Brow has a fascinating history, which is shared in a book written by the friendly owners, Sue and Peter – this is just one of the many ways they have poured their hearts into every aspect of this award-winning hotel.

Marrying all the beauty and character of an old British country estate with all the opulence and fanfare of a high-end spa, Armathwaite Hall is well-deserving of its place up there with the best luxury hotels in the Lake District. From the deluxe rooms and the cocktail bar to the infinity pool, outdoor hot tub and the distinguished Lake View Restaurant, it has left no stone untouched in its quest to deliver an effortlessly elegant and enjoyable experience for all of its guests.

Up there with the most picturesque buildings in the Lake District, the Wordsworth Hotel and Spa was once an old earl’s hunting lodge. Now, you can fall in love with its glamorous old-country aesthetic – the faded stone façade, complementing white wooden gables, colourful flowers and glass conservatories and sunrooms. The interior is equally stunning, with even the smallest rooms offering the full Wordsworth experience, from their inspired design to their on-vibe vintage furniture.

A four-star hotel in the heart of Westmorland, Ambleside Salutation Hotel and Spa has all the class and character of a luxury Lake District hotel, along with all the benefits of an urban location. Part of Best Western’s Premier Collection, Ambleside Salutation is classically chic and comfortable, with stylish rooms, friendly staff and a gorgeous pool and spa area. Breakfast here is pretty special, with quite the lavish spread on offer, and the Lounge Bar, with its cosy nooks and warming fires, is a lovely spot to wind down with a nice glass of something.