The Elleray

Hotels
8.5 (507 reviews)
2-6 Cross Street , Windermere , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Luggage storage
Bar
Sun terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Convenient location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
No parking
Uncomfortable mattress

Categories

Cleanliness
6.58
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including a dirty room and unclean breakfast items.
Service
9.55
Guests praised the friendly and accommodating staff throughout multiple reviews.
Location
9.09
Good location mentioned in multiple reviews, though parking was a concern.
Room Quality
7.54
Mixed feedback regarding room comfort and issues with booked room types.
Amenities
8.07
Lack of parking and lift noted as downsides, but breakfast quality was appreciated.
Value for Money
8.53
Good value for the money noted, though some issues with room type impacted this sentiment.
Food and Beverage
9.58
Breakfast received high praise from various guests for its quality and variety.
Overall Experience
9.05
Despite some negative remarks, the overall experience was considered positive by many guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-28 07:13

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Windermere

Garden and Terrace: Enjoy the serene garden and terrace at The Elleray, perfect for relaxing with a drink or dining al fresco.

Comfortable Rooms: Experience comfort in every room with amenities like free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with free toiletries.

Convenient Location: Explore nearby attractions such as World of Beatrix Potter and Derwentwater, with Leeds Bradford International Airport just a short distance away.

Book your stay at The Elleray now for a delightful Windermere getaway!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: MME

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 507 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.58
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.58
Overall Experience: 9.05
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ian • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Perfect

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Clarissa • solo_traveller • gb
7
No parking spaces
Pros:

Prime location, amazing breakfast, pretty pub

Cons:

No parking at all. Such an inconvenience for guests.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Shuyang • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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M&Jawkins • couple • us
9
worth it!
Pros:

The staff here are wonderful. Each one that we encountered was very friendly and helpful. They seem to be friendly with all that are there. The are very accommodating. The breakfast was tasty and filling. I was surprised at how quiet the room was even though we faced the main street. We had a very peaceful stay.

Cons:

The room was a little worn - not too much. The bathroom was spacious but the sink a bit small. These are only minor dislikes - nothing too much.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Kit Ping Husan • couple • gb
2
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Samantha Ruxin • extended_group • gb
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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MD MEHBOOB UL • couple • in
9
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Katie • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

The staff were brilliant and the room was so lovely! A beautiful place to stay for a few days and so easy to find after trekking about all day!

Cons:

No parking on site but there is a public parking close by!

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Harumi • couple • jp
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Lorrie • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Lovely helpful owner. Excellent location and great value for money. Tea and coffee and jug in your room and beautiful fresh flowers.

Cons:

Parking was difficult. It is an old hotel but very roomy and comfortable

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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IZUMI • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • ae
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Zhan • couple • us
4
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Mia • couple • gb
10
Would definitely recommend !
Pros:

Great location, plenty of places nearby. Lovely staff and breakfast was lovely!

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Guangjin • couple • cn
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Tom • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

The breakfast and the location was near the train station

Cons:

The family room was very dated

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
9
Really great management. Breakfast was fantastic and served really quickly. Fabulous time.
Pros:

Great staff, fabulous breakfast.Loved the decor and the bar.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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jo • solo_traveller • gb
8
Nice hotel in a great location.
Pros:

The location is fantastic being close to the railway station, Bowness and about a 20 minute walk down to Windermere. The room was lovely, comfortable and clean. We both agreed that the breakfast was outstanding, although missing the black pudding. We since realised we probably should have asked for that. Kaz is really friendly and approachable.

Cons:

I felt the hotel in other areas could do with a clean. I accept though that the through traffic must make it hard to keep on top off. I also felt from the two days there that perhaps they could do with more staff? We called in at 2.15 to drop off our cases, in all honestly we were hoping the room might have been ready given the 3pm check-in. But it wasn't ready. We had a lovely walk so it didn't matter.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee