Merewood Country House Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1032 reviews)
Ecclerigg, Ambleside Road , Windermere , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff
Stunning views
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cocktails were pre-mixed
Reception area was cold

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
Perfectly clean room & bathroom.
Service
9.05
Friendly staff, excellent service during dinner.
Location
9.09
Overlooks stunning views and is perfectly located for walks.
Room Quality
8.54
Comfortable bed with nice linens.
Amenities
8.07
Dog-friendly with additional welcome pack.
Value for Money
8.03
Dinner was reasonably priced; however, drinks were thought to be pricey.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Dinner and breakfast were excellent.
Overall Experience
8.55
One of our most memorable hotel stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:12

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Scenic Beauty and Culinary Delights

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Experience a blend of historic charm and modern comforts at Merewood Country House Hotel. Nestled on the edge of Lake Windermere, each room offers en suite facilities and picturesque views. Indulge in regional delicacies at the on-site restaurant or savor traditional afternoon tea. With free parking and Wi-Fi, your stay is convenient and stress-free. Explore nearby attractions like the Lakes Aquarium and Windermere Steamboat Museum. Book now for a tranquil retreat in the Lake District National Park.

Important information:

The use of guests' own cooking equipment within the hotel is strictly prohibited.

Please note that for bookings of 3 rooms or more, a 50% nonrefundable deposit is required.

For all bookings of 4 nights or longer, a nonrefundable deposit of 50% of the total price is required.

Pets are welcome by prior arrangement and include a charge of GBP 25 per pet per stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • 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 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 15 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 15 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for £35 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1032 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Kevin solo_traveller gb
9
Love place with great views.
Pros:

Lovely place with views of Lake Windermere. Staff really pleasant and helpful. Food excellent and selection of draught and bottled beers, spirits and wines, though a tad expensive.

Cons:

It was very hot during our stay and whilst an electric fan was in our room, it did little to cool the room down. Can't blame the hotel for that, it was an extreme heatwave.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Janine couple ch
10
Pros:

Unglaublich schönes, altes Anwesen mit Blick auf den See. Personal ist extrem und man fühlt sich direkt willkommen. Gutes Essen, super Bar (wir mussten uns da etwas durch die Karte probieren). Wir würden definitiv wieder dort absteigen.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Inspiredstar family_with_children gb
7
Great staff, views and location.
Pros:

Looks lovely from the outside, gorgeous well kept gardens. Great view up a hill. Staff were excellent, Joe, Imogen and Matt. Love the phone call from the hotel the day before confirming the booking, asking if needed dinner or breakfast booking. That is a nice touch and also a good marketing. Loved it was quiet and peaceful. With a bit of work and money this hotel could achieve 5 stars.

Cons:

Bit disappointed on the room. Needs refreshing, water marks down the wall paper, no curtains, battered desk. so that room i'd give it 3 stars, not the 4 stars the hotel is meant to be. It had a lot of cobwebs so housekeepers needs to look up when cleaning. Walking past other room with open doors, they looked amazing, so can't understand why that room was not at that standard. I was surprised to be told no staff were on site at night (they did give clear instructions on who to call.) I thought 4 star hotels were required to have staff physically present on site 24 hours a day. I know they are part of a group and other hotels are like 10 mins walkaway, maybe that is why?

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Dianne solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

View

Cons:

Rom and bed smaller than expected

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Mika couple jp
9
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Very peaceful location,lovely grounds, nice staff,excellent breakfast. Very good all round.

Cons:

Not a lot to say here

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Dorothy extended_group ca
8
Just fine.
Pros:

Great location. Could see the lake from the dining room and other main floor rooms as well.

Cons:

A lift

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Mandy couple gb
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Matt extended_group gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Staff excellent, hotel excellent, excellent value
Special mention for Tavia who was exceptional
10 out of 10

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Sandra extended_group gb
9
2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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stacey solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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tadashi couple jp
1
文句無しに最悪のホテルです。
Pros:

あまりありません。

Cons:

兎にかくスタッフが不親切で偉そうだった。客の質も最悪だった。

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Suzanne couple au
8
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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KEITH couple gb
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Angela couple gb
7
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Liz couple gb
10
A beautiful hotel with staff who go the extra mile. A real Lake District gem
Pros:

The staff were all so friendly and helpful

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo_traveller no
8
Pros:

Old world comfort and lovely surrounds of

Cons:

No refrigerator.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
couple gb
7
Two night stay in June
Pros:

Location and views
Checkin staff

Cons:

Lots of little things spoilt our visit
Junior staff gave impression of being under trained - attention to detail was lacking

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Mizuki family_with_children jp
8
2026-05-27 via Nuitee