Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Great location
Amazing spa facilities
Beautiful views
Cons:
Uncomfortable rooms
High pricing for additional amenities
Inconsistent food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Very good cleanliness noted, but some comments on cold rooms.
Service
9.25
Service described as exceptional in multiple reviews.
Location
9.25
Great location noted in numerous reviews.
Room Quality
7.75
Mixed feedback on room comfort, including uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
8.75
Facilities appreciated, including the spa.
Value for Money
7.75
Concerns about pricing, especially in relation to room rates.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Food received mixed reviews; breakfast could improve.
Overall Experience
8.75
Generally a positive experience with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 05:01

Property Description

Spectacular Lakefront Location
Located on the shores of England’s longest lake, Windermere, Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa offers a unique experience for guests seeking luxury and relaxation.

Dining Options to Delight
Indulge in a culinary journey at Blue Smoke on the Bay or Windermere Restaurant - The W, offering a variety of delectable dishes cooked over a woodfired grill and classic British and continental cuisine with stunning lake views.

Luxurious Spa and Activities
Unwind at the Spa with picturesque views of Windermere, offering a range of treatments and outdoor thermal experiences. For the adventurous, enjoy watersports like wakesurfing and canoeing at the Watersports Centre.

Experience exclusivity at the Winander Club, with personalized service and access to resort amenities. Book now for an unforgettable stay at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa.

Important information:

A deposit of the first night per room is taken at the time of booking.

The prices stated are for maximum of 2 adults in a room.

Charges apply for children and extra adults and need to be arranged prior to arrival. Please contact Low Wood Bay for more information.

Guests wishing to dine in the restaurant are advised to book a table in advance.

Parking is available for a fee of GBP 12 per night.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 15 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 15 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 12 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1905 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 7.75
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Ian • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

For me Mel who worked behind the bar was the best thing about the hotel and made my stay beltin 💯

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
8
Overnight stay visiting lakes
Pros:

Bed was good, room location was on ground floor facing marina great view. Booked evening meal which was really good also breakfast.

Cons:

Room could have been better, shower was ok but no screen or curtain which resulted in whole floor getting soaked also some floor tiles loose.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Logan • solo_traveller • us
1
Turned into an expensive wasted day that could have been avoided with clear communication and resolved with professional
Pros:

good location

Cons:

Scheduled our day specifically around access to the outdoor pool. Then told at 2p it was only accessible at 5:30p.
At 5:30p, then told it was only available with a Spa package.
disengenious advertising and very poor communication from staff from front desk, spa and management.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Sam • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great hotel, too expensive from my perspective, the location is what you pay for I guess
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

we spent almost £300 for one night, to then be put in a room with no new and to be charged additional costs to use to car park and £25 to use the outdoor pool on the hottest day in years, seems a little tight

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
10
Not suitable for young children otherwise excellent
Pros:

The setting is amazing

Cons:

The road ..lovely suite but was not aware of the road

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • couple • gb
9
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was exceptional
Rooms very clean and well maintained
Indoor spa area very good

Cons:

The outdoor thermal journey is very overpriced at £70 per person for 3 hours
The indoor spa closes between 10am until 5.30pm

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Dunkerley • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

*★★★★★ Low Wood Bay + Blue Smoke

Spent the day at Low Wood Bay and it was flawless. Room was spotless, views over Windermere were stunning, and the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming. Spa and pool areas were perfect for unwinding.

Had dinner at Blue Smoke on the Bay and it stole the show. Food was next level - smoked meats were tender and packed with flavour, sides were fresh, and the whole menu felt really well thought out. Service was on point without being overbearing.

Between the location, the hotel, and that food at Blue Smoke, it’s an easy 5/5. Already planning to go back.

Cons:

nothing

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Tim Curtis • couple • gb
6
Lovely location and nice hotel, but they aim to extract your cash at every opportunity
Pros:

Lovely spa with a good amount of space and not too crowded. Hotel generally was pleasantly decorated and lots of places to sit / have a drink. Food at the W was good, as was breakfast. Room was fine.

Cons:

Residents are second class citizens. You pay circa £400 for a standard room......yes the hotel is of a good standard and the location is fabulous, but you only get very limited access times to the spa, unless you pay extra. You also have to pay an outrageous £12 per day for parking.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
9
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • gb
5
Beautiful location, great potential, hopefully in the making
Pros:

Beautiful location and the Spa

Cons:

Everywhere just lacking finesse, service . Everything there to make it a great hotel and a wonderful experience but the service and finish just not there.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
10
Relaxing
Pros:

Loved it all , the service , the rooms, the food and the spa

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • gb
6
Over priced for what it was
Pros:

Location and view were amazing. Reception staff were very pleasant as were the bar staff. Relaxing stay.

Cons:

Lack of attention at breakfast. Ordered tea with serving staff, none arrived, there were slippers missing for going to the spa, therefore we didn't venture over there. There were dirty trays outside our room which hadn't been cleared from room service and the cleaning staff were very keen for us to leave on the last day, with all their equipment blocking the exit route.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Waldron • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Every think. Infinty pool was btillant and the views. Wow!!!

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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sarah • couple • us
3
Over priced rip off.
Pros:

The room cleaners were very nice.

Cons:

This was a reminder not to believe the photographs - the location is right on a very busy road - not at all the calm promised by the photos - the cost of the room is far from commensurate to the quality- the room is tiny (!) the light switches don't work properly- the glass on the bedside tables slides around almost slipped off and smashed - the bedside lights don't work - the light switches are some job lot someone was scammed into buying they don't work they have dimmers built in that don't function correctly - there was mold around the inside of the window- (that didn't open) they put us in a room directly opposite a service cupboard that I specifically requested not to have a room by access doors, service cupboards etc. - they changed it but with no apologies at all just a dead face - the vibe from most of the staff is not 4 star here - ( I will edit this as I had a great experience with the indian(?) sorry don't know her name - woman at reception - she was super professional ) otherwise it feels like a towny seasonal workers at a b&b - if we were paying 100 a night you'd expect it - not 450 a night - the Wi-Fi flat out doesn't work! (I am writing this in notes now so I can post this when I leave!!) heading to a massage in a moment - we will see ....later the WiFi finally worked after many attempts and trips to the front desk and help from the afore mentioned woman - but was still weak - spa huge disappointment - massage was decent but hotel guests have to pay an additional £70 to use spa facilities !?!?finally the FOOD. Yuk the worst meal I've had in years - for 156£ - listen I travel widely live in nyc and Mallorca and I can adjust to local cuisines - the mushroom parfait looked like an elephant did his business on my plate - rubbery fish - 16£ for one overcooked scallop - the wine was good but over priced - shall I go on ?

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Perfect location and beautiful setting. Rooms were clean and adequate. Food was good. Restaurant in evening superb.

Cons:

Wish we had known more about the set up would rather have stayed in the lodge part.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
9
Excellant
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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halime • couple • gb
7
Not good value for the money we spemt
Pros:

Some of the staff were good. Especially who were in the desk for spa.

Cons:

İtems were missing in the room for example slipper or towels. I was expecting more as it is too expensive.
During breakfast we waited half hour for a tea !!!!!

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee