Low Wood Bay Hotel Windermere, Windermere - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Low Wood Bay, Ambleside Road, Windermere, United Kingdom

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa is a luxury hotel situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Surrounded by stunning panoramic views of the Lakeland fells, the resort boasts a unique blend of opulence and natural beauty. Featuring a variety of accommodations, fine dining options, an acclaimed spa, and exciting watersports, it holds the TripAdvisor Greenleaders Gold Award for its commitment to sustainability and excellent hospitality.

Location

Nestled between Windermere and Ambleside, the resort is conveniently positioned near several walking trails, including Wainwright's walks, and attractions such as the bustling town of Ambleside. The picturesque scenery offers opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration, making it an ideal base for discovering the Lake District's natural beauty.

Rooms

The resort offers a selection of contemporary, luxurious rooms designed for comfort and relaxation. Many accommodations feature stunning lake views or easy access to the Winander Club, which offers upgraded amenities such as prosecco on arrival and late check-out options. All rooms are equipped with a mini fridge, LCD Smart TV, and complimentary tea and coffee.

Eat & Drink

Low Wood Bay features two exquisite restaurants: The W, which serves a seasonal British-European menu, and Blue Smoke on the Bay, specializing in unique wood-fired dishes. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining experiences from breakfast through to dinner, including traditional afternoon tea and a selection of cocktails. The expansive wine list further enhances the culinary experience.

Leisure & Business

The resort provides an extensive wellness experience through The Spa at Low Wood Bay, featuring both indoor and outdoor thermal spaces, relaxation areas, and a range of spa treatments that utilize natural products. Additionally, the Low Wood Bay Watersports Centre offers various activities, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and boat hire, catering to guests seeking adventure and relaxation alike.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

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20 m²

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22 m²

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Windermere 2.6 mi

Airports

Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 48.4 mi

Blackpool International (BLK) 64.3 mi

Bus

Bus stop 1.6 mi

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

Delicious Dining Experience

“The on-site restaurants offered mouthwatering meals that made it hard to venture out, and every dish was beautifully presented.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Retreat

“The spa facilities were amazing, with a variety of relaxation areas and stunning views that made it the highlight of our stay.” view full review

Comfortable Rooms

“Our rooms were exceptionally comfortable, featuring cozy amenities and breathtaking views that enhanced our overall experience.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Squash
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Low Wood Bay, Ambleside Road, Windermere, United Kingdom

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Low Wood Bay, Ambleside Road, Windermere, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Jenkin Crag

1.4 mi

Holbeck Ln

Townend

1.3 mi

Stagshaw Garden

3400 ft

6 Stockghyll Ln

Stock Ghyll Force

1.5 mi

Jenkyn's Crag

2800 ft

Castle

Wray Castle

5.3 mi

Merewood

3500 ft

1 McIver Ln

Borrans Park

1.0 mi

Lake District National Park

Mellbreak

3800 ft

Treetop Trek

3800 ft

Harbor

Ambleside Pier

4600 ft

Wray Castle Summer House

4900 ft

Bridges

Bridge House

1.7 mi

Garden

Holehird Gardens

1.7 mi

Wansfell Pike

1.4 mi

Parks

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

3.3 mi

White Cross Bay

1.1 mi

Main Gate

1.1 mi

St Margaret's Church

1.2 mi

Museums

The Armitt Museum And Gallery

1.8 mi

Gallery

Old Courthouse Gallery

1.6 mi

Church

Jesus Church

1.8 mi

Blelham Tarn

1.5 mi

The Hollens

The National Trust

1.3 mi

Ambleside Climbing Wall

1.3 mi

Lake District Nurseries Lake Road 200 yards south of Ambleside village

Hayes Garden World Ambleside

2.2 mi

Ambleside LA22 0EN

Ambleside Roman Fort

3.4 mi

The Lake District Visitor Centre

Brockhole on Windermere

5.7 mi

Brockhole

Treetop Lake District

5.7 mi

Nearby

Brockhole

Treetop Lake District

3800 ft

Merewood

3500 ft

Lake District National Park

Mellbreak

3800 ft

Restaurants

Blue Smoke on the Bay

100 ft

Low Wood Ambleside Road Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Restaurant at Samling

1.7 mi

Ambleside Road The Samling Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the resort and would come back

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

6.0

Location

9.3

Service

7.5

Dining

5.5

Jayden

United Kingdom, November 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, located right on the shores of Lake Windermere. The rooms were clean and cozy, offering stunning views of the lake. The service was top-notch, with friendly staff who made my birthday memorable. While the location is idyllic and perfect for exploring, the dining experience could use some improvements. Overall, for the price, the hotel offers great value for a pleasant getaway.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and cozy, with a great view over Lake Windermere.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, even leaving a balloon and chocolates for my birthday. They handled our complaint about room service very efficiently.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a gorgeous location, right on Windermere with beautiful views and great scenic walks nearby that I loved exploring.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast had a fantastic variety, but there were moments where some items seemed overcooked.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and included pet amenities, which I really appreciated.

Mason

United Kingdom, October 2024

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which is perfectly located by Lake Windermere and close enough to Ambleside for some lovely walks. The room I stayed in was spacious and immaculate, providing a comfortable retreat after a day out. The staff were polite and incredibly helpful, making my experience even better. However, the dining service fell short on the second day, so that was a bit disappointing. Overall, I felt it offered good value for money considering the location and comfort.

Rooms

9.0

The room was enormous and immaculate, which made for a very comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were amazingly helpful and polite, providing great ideas for places to eat and things to do in the area.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, right on Lake Windermere and close enough to Ambleside that I could enjoy a nice walk.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was mixed; it was great the first day, but the quality slipped a bit the second day, especially with service delays.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were quite nice and added to the overall experience, though I didn't get to use everything available.

Grace

United States of America, October 2024

5.4/10

My stay at this hotel was a mixed bag. The location is absolutely stunning, right by a beautiful lake, which made for a breathtaking view. However, the room itself was quite shabby, not exactly the clean and quiet space I was hoping for, especially given the extra charge for my dog. The service was friendly, but we did have to wait significantly to check in, which was a bit frustrating. Overall, while the scenery is a major plus, the conditions of the room left much to be desired.

Rooms

5.0

The room felt rundown and shabby, with cleanliness not meeting expectations, especially considering the extra charge for my dog.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly and clearly worked hard to provide good service, but the check-in process took too long.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a fantastic location, overlooking a beautiful lake and conveniently situated for exploring the southern lakes area.

Dining

5.0

I didn't have a great experience with dining, especially since breakfast didn't offer the expected quality for the price.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities felt limited, and the overall condition of the amenities could use some improvement.

Harry

United States of America, October 2024

7.4/10

The hotel is located in a beautiful area with stunning views of Lake Windermere, which made for a lovely stay. The rooms were spacious, offering plenty of storage, but unfortunately, they were quite old and a bit noisy, making it hard to sleep at times. The service was friendly and helpful throughout my stay, although the breakfast left something to be desired. Overall, it’s a nice spot to explore the Lake District, but I'd wish for better dining options.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were large with plenty of storage space, but they felt a bit outdated and noisy due to the road view, making it tough to keep the windows open during the heat wave.

Service

8.0

The staff was always pleasant and very helpful, making me feel welcomed during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, perfectly situated between Ambleside and Bowness with gorgeous views overlooking Windermere.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was a bit of a letdown, not quite living up to expectations given the restrictions in place.

Facilities

7.0

While the facilities were generally well-kept, some parts were partially restricted due to ongoing limitations, which impacted the overall experience.

Laurence

United States of America, September 2024

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is stunning, right on Windermere with beautiful views, making it a great spot for scenic walks. However, the room I stayed in wasn't ideal—cleanliness was an issue and there was no air conditioning. On a brighter note, the staff was very welcoming and made our honeymoon special with thoughtful touches. Overall, it’s a lovely place, but some improvements are definitely needed.

Rooms

5.0

The room was not clean upon arrival and lacked air conditioning, which made it uncomfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was fantastic and really tried to make my stay enjoyable, adding a balloon for our honeymoon, which was a lovely touch.

Location

10.0

The location is beautiful, right next to Lake Windermere, perfect for long walks and enjoying the scenery.

Dining

7.0

Dining options were good, with a variety of choices available, but I didn't try anything specific.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were decent, but not much was available to enjoy the grounds.

Robert

United States of America, September 2024

7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, enjoying the beautiful view of the lake. The staff was really friendly, especially Willow and Anna, who made us feel welcomed. However, the rooms were quite basic and a bit noisy if you left the window open due to the busy road. The location was stunning right by Windermere, and I loved the pool facilities included in our stay. Overall, it was a good value for the money, but there’s definitely room for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms had a beautiful view of the lake, but they overlooked a busy road, which made them noisy when the window was open. They were quite basic and dated compared to the price we paid.

Service

7.0

The staff was welcoming and friendly, with special mention to Willow and Anna from the Blue Smoke restaurant who went out of their way to help us. However, it felt like the service could use some professional training.

Location

9.0

The location was gorgeous right on Windermere, with scenic walks behind the hotel. It was clean and not too crowded, which I really enjoyed.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience had its hiccups, especially during breakfast when there seemed to be a lack of communication among the staff, resulting in mix-ups.

Facilities

8.0

The pool facilities were fantastic and included in the stay, with a clean sauna and steam room that I really enjoyed.

Penelope

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.6/10

The hotel has a beautiful location right by the lake with stunning views, but the rooms are in need of refurbishment and felt quite dated for the price. While the staff was friendly and accommodating, it was disappointing to find many amenities like the spa and gym fully booked despite being empty. Overall, the experience might not be worth the cost.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were quite basic and really dated, with several issues inside. Given the condition and the price, I was left wanting more.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, although they seemed to be struggling with the number of guests. They were pleasant to interact with and provided decent service overall.

Location

10.0

The location is amazing, just a short walk from Ambleside with breathtaking views of the lake and mountains.

Dining

7.0

Dining was enjoyable, but I would have loved to see a wider range of options, especially a vegan choice.

Facilities

5.0

The advertised amenities like the spa and pool weren't accessible as they were constantly booked, which felt misleading.

Mia

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.8/10

I stayed at Low Wood Bay, and while the location offered breathtaking views over Lake Windermere, the overall experience fell short. The rooms were spacious and had excellent views, but at around £250 a night, I expected more. The service was overall good, but there were some slow moments during breakfast. Dining was very disappointing given the limited selection. Overall, I loved the location, but I felt that the hotel was a bit overpriced for what it offered.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and provided an excellent view of Lake Windermere, although they felt a bit overpriced at around £250 per night.

Service

7.0

The service was generally good, but I noticed they were sometimes more focused on how the tables looked rather than on the customers. Breakfast service was a tad slow as well, not enough staff for the number of tables.

Location

9.0

The location is just amazing, offering wonderful views and being within walking distance to Waterhead where the boats sail from. It felt really convenient for outdoor activities.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, I found the dining experience disappointing—breakfast had a limited selection, particularly for the extra £120 we paid.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were mostly nice, but I couldn't enjoy the spa features as they were fully booked despite the area often appearing empty.

Jayden

United Kingdom, July 2024

6.2/10

The hotel has a great location for exploring nearby attractions, but the rooms feel a bit outdated and lack air conditioning. The service is friendly, although I had some trouble with room service not being prompt. Overall, it's comfortable, but I wouldn't say it's the best value for money given the dated amenities.

Rooms

6.0

The room I stayed in was comfortable but quite dated, and there was no air conditioning, which made it a bit uncomfortable during the warmer days.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and tried their best to accommodate our requests, but I found I had to ask multiple times for room service to be provided.

Location

8.0

The location is good if you have a car, as it's a fair walk to the shops and restaurants, but the views of the nearby lake are stunning.

Dining

5.0

The dining area felt a bit overcrowded and noisy, and my breakfast order took an hour to arrive because they forgot about it.

Facilities

5.0

The amenities could use an update, as the room service and overall cleanliness did not meet my expectations.

Frank

United States of America, July 2024

6.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. While the location was excellent, providing stunning views of Lake Windermere and a peaceful environment, the rooms were not ready at check-in, which was frustrating. The service was a combination of helpful and unprofessional interactions. Overall, the hotel offers a beautiful setting with a lot of potential, but it could definitely improve in areas like service and room cleanliness.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms had a spacious layout with both double and twin beds, but they were dusty, which affected my girlfriend's asthma and allergies.

Service

6.0

The service varied; while some staff were helpful and attentive, there were a few hostile interactions that felt unprofessional.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic for exploring the area, with scenic walks nearby and proximity to Waterhead for boating activities.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a bit slow and disorganized, especially during busy breakfast hours when the buffet was closed.