Is parking offered on site at Howbeck Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Howbeck Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 30.00 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Howbeck Guest House and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a sauna and access to a nearby health club.

What's the area around Howbeck Guest House like?

Howbeck Guest House is a short 9-minute walk from Windermere Station and 19 minutes' walk from Lake Windermere.

Howbeck Guest House, Windermere: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 7, 2025

Definitely stay again.

The Howbeck was exceptional, with a great breakfast.

Raymond, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 23, 2025

Really nice stay staff friendly

Lee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 29, 2025

Lovely and friendly place to stay. Me and my friend will definitely stay again

peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 3, 2025

One to go back too

We had a great nights sleep and a 10/10 breakfast. Staff were absolutely friendly

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 11, 2025

Weekend at the lakes

We absolutely loved staying here. Its a beautiful hotel. Our host was really lovely and the room was perfect. Would definitely stay here again. The location was just perfect. Only a short walk to lake Windermere.

Francis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 10, 2025

The Retreat.

If you’re looking for a relaxing, peaceful getaway, we highly recommend booking The Retreat. From the moment we arrived, the friendly and helpful staff made us feel welcome. Our spacious room was equipped with great amenities, and we especially loved the spa bath with air bubbles the perfect way to unwind before bed. In the morning, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast with plenty of options, served on our private patio, before taking a short walk into Windermere. Everything about our stay was just wonderful.

Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 29, 2025

Great location Great service and friendly Free parking Room really nice and clean Breakfast was great And we will be back

Claire, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 1, 2024

Excellent, would recommend and stay again.

Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 3, 2025

The Howbeck and Retreat Stay Review

There are a lot of different breakfast options, and the food is great especially the bacon in Eggs Benedict and the sourdough bread. The spa bath is great, and the bathroom is nice. The only problem is the extra bed is a bit too soft, and the bed is a bit too low. Access to transport is near, as Windermere Library bus stop is near (basically in front of the hotel!), so is Windermere Railway Station as it’s an 10 minute walk via High Street. Overall the stay is pretty good.

Siu Kei, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 22, 2024

We had a wonderful stay. The Howbeck was spotlessly clean, including the bathroom which was beautifully designed.

Ceinwen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 17, 2023

Great stay! Breakfast wasn’t great, but the staff was kind and hospitable.

Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 30, 2023

Lovely stay in Windermere

Really lovely stay at the Howbeck. Nice staff, lovely room and perfect location. Would definitely recommend.

Cecelia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 28, 2023

Was a very clean and excellently presented accommodation. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfasts were delicious.

Joe, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 12, 2025

Fabulous luxury in amazing place

Fabulous Hotel. So warm comfortable and welcoming. Rooms were high standard. Bath with jets was lovely after a walk. Breakfast....too much to eat and so delicious! Staff attentive and friendly.

Tamatha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 19, 2022

Great place to stay, comfortable room and lovely breakfast. Ideal location, a short walk into Windermere and then around 15-20 mins walk to Bowness. Being able to leave the car at the hotel before and after check in is a bonus too. Lovely staff as well and very accommodating with us having a baby. Would recommend and stay here again!

Sabrina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 12, 2024

A comfortable guest house

The staffs are friendly. The room is clean and comfortable. The breakfast is good and delicious !

Pui Sheung Grace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 27, 2022

Lovely place!

Well recommended!

Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 3, 2024

The hotel is in a great location for easy access to Windermere. The pool was a short drive away, and as we were there for only a couple of nights we didn't get to use it. The manager was very friendly and helpful. Our bed was comfortable and the shower was lovely. Would be very happy to stay there again on our next visit to Windermere.

Janet, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 18, 2022

It is strategically located. Easy access to food and grocery stores.

Kean Huat, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dec 3, 2024

Great location, parked on the front, easy walking distance to Windermere. Few cobwebs on ceiling and bedside lamps were not 5 star standard

Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 30, 2022

Excellent place to stay

Wonderful hospitality by Steve & the ladies. Delicious breakfast. very attentive staff, nothing is too much of a trouble always willing to help. Very clean and comfortable place to stay. Can’t wait to visit again.

rezin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 11, 2024

Superb, but careful you don't slip in the shower.

Excellent place to stay. Short walk from Windermere town and the shops and restaurants there. Gorgeous property, comfortable beds and the breakfast was excellent. Only complaint was the bathrooms. Very tall tub walls and very slick tub surface with no non-slip shower/tub mats, so it was a miracle I didn't slip and didn't get seriously hurt when taking a shower.

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 28, 2022

weekend break

We had a fabulous time. The staff were friendly and helpful. Our rooms were very comfortable and the breakfast was delicious. Everything was close by and the spa pass was an added bonus. Thank you.

R, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Feb 18, 2025

No hot water available when I wanted a shower.

Samantha, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

May 8, 2023

Good location, able to access Lake Windermere and surrounding areas easily. Very comfortable bed and good space within room. Only draw back was room location on ground floor next to front door which affected our sleep on both nights due the noise from the other guests entering and a disagreement between two guests outside our window area and front door which required the police to be called to support staff. Would come back but not stay in that room.

Rebecca, 2-night trip

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