Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Limited parking space
Room temperature issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Mixed feedback; some cleanliness issues mentioned, but generally well looked after.
Service
9.55
Consistently praised as very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.59
Great location with close proximity to shops and amenities.
Room Quality
8.54
Some rooms comfortable, but issues with temperature and lack of air conditioning noted.
Amenities
8.57
Some amenities appreciated, although few complaints about lack of facilities like a bar.
Value for Money
8.53
General satisfaction, but some concerns about additional charges like parking.
Food and Beverage
9.58
The breakfast options received high praise from multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.55
Most feedback indicates a very satisfactory stay overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience the unexpected at The Cranleigh, a new concept guest house near Lake Windermere. The stylish boutique hotel offers contemporary bedrooms with goose-down duvets, iPod docking stations, and designer en suite bathrooms with air spa baths and mirrored TVs.

Relaxing Lounge and Dining
Unwind in the classic lounge with an open fireplace and leather furniture, or enjoy a glass of wine in the stylish surroundings. Start your day with a hearty breakfast in equally chic settings.

Prime Location
Just a minute's walk from Lake Windermere and the vibrant village of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Cranleigh is the perfect base to explore the English Lake District.

Book now to indulge in a unique and luxurious stay at The Cranleigh for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 10 per stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 363 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.58
Overall Experience: 9.55
J
James • couple • gb
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Hurst • solo_traveller • gb
7
Friendly, comfortable stay
Pros:

All staff were friendly, breakfast was amazing.

Cons:

Was messed about with overflow carpark, was given wrong code for barrier. Staff member thought it was our wrong only for her to realise she had written code wrong on direction sheet.
Other than that we had a very lovely stay

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
J
Jean • couple • gb
10
Wonderful overnight stay!
Pros:

Great location, lovely room, friendly staff. Very clean and good selection for breakfast. Loved watching TV in the bath in our room.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
D
Darren • couple • gb
10
Absolutely fabulous, staff lovely, excellent breakfast, room facilities exactly what you need
Pros:

Lovely clean fresh and very welcoming

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • couple • gb
10
Excellent stay as always
Pros:

Location , comfortable rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
E
Eustace • couple • gb
10
I had the best time at the property and the reception staff were amazing
Pros:

Exceptional

Cons:

The room is clean and well maintained

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location, and freshly cooked breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
B
Bernie • couple • gb
1
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
H
hong • extended_group • cn
10
Pros:

早餐好极了

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
S
Susan • couple • gb
10
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
A
Akhoury Ajoy • extended_group • gb
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
K
Kevan • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The hotel was lovely, very close to the town centre

Cons:

A bit pricey

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • couple • gb
10
Very good in all respects.
Pros:

Clean, fresh decorations, quiet, handy for lake.

Cons:

Would have preferred a mobile shower head

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
A
Atkinson • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
S
Stephen • couple • gb
10
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
C
Cheryl • couple • gb
10
Very enjoyable would return
Pros:

Breakfast great

Cons:

Hot water in bathroom was scalding need to reduce temperature

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
S
Stephanie • extended_group • gb
9
Great wee hotel and central. Fabulous friendly staff
Pros:

Breakfast fresh cooked. Delicious.

Cons:

Staff very friendly and helpful

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
M
Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

5 min walk into town lovely area pubs restaurants and boat trips

Cons:

Ideal location close to the lake didn't need to take the car out once

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
S
Sweebing • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
J
Jagger • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee