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The Lamplighter

3.0 of 5
High St, Windermere LA23 1AF, England
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Not a bad hotel in any way shape or form. but if you're planning on staying here in a hot summer; Bring your own Fan! there is no air conditioning and really, this hotel needs to sort this out. especially at these prices. Duh?? Also, asthma sufferers stay clear- for dust is lurking behind the TV ( a lot of... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW via mobile

The hotel is nice and friendly. It is in the centre of Windermere town and close to restaurants and shops. If you prefer to be lakeside then you will need to stay elsewhere but it's only a few minutes drive away. Our room was clean and felt newly decorated which I believe it was, the bathroom was large and very... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Me and my other half stayed here for a weekend on my birthday. It was very warm and cosy and had a nice view of the falling snow from the window. We enjoyed the food and the staff were friendly, however if i was to stay here again, I would need to ask for a room on the top floor... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

We chose to stay at the lamplighter because of the great value offer we got and the central Windermere location. When we arrived we were able to park on the premises- however there are only a few parking spaces and it can get busy in the evenings. we were greeted and shown our room immediately. The room was clean, neat... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013 via mobile

arrived on the 23rd march for a one night, there we're 8 of us all girls and we we're checked in very quickly by very pleasant staff,the room was fantastic very big, the bathroom was the biggest I've stayed in,everything was spotless,had a nice walk round ,then headed back to change and have,dinner in hotel,which I must say was great,... More

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Toronto, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We booked ahead of time and booked a double room for two. It is quite small. By Canadian standards and I did not love that the cooking smells wafted up to our bedroom . There was a very bright street lamp right outside the window....which made it too bright. All their staff were friendly and very helpful. Next time I... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I spent 2 nights at the Lamplighter in Windermere as my base to visit the Lake District. It was a delightful hotel to relax and rest after trekking and sightseeing in the neighboring villages. It doesn't have a lot of frills, but has the perfect necessities to make for a great stay: clean room and bathroom, comfortable bed, and great... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Just returned from a weekend in the Lake District. We used Windermere as our base and stayed at this lovely inn. Accommodation was perfect for our girls' cycling weekend! Comfy beds, recently remodeled baths...and coffee/tea in the room. What more do you need? The restaurant served a delightful breakfast and our evening meal was delicious as well. Walking distance from... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

A few days away to explore the lake district and use Windermere as a base. Very clean and redecorated rooms, friendly hotel with lovely food, and excellent breakfast choice. Handy location for getting around lake district and near to main road and rail station. The picture above was actually our bedroom, clean and quite large with 2 chairs in window.... More

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Barry, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

A few days away to explore the lake district and use Windermere as a base. Very clean and redecorated rooms, friendly hotel with lovely food, albeit a bit pricey (£30+ for two curries on "curry night"), but excellent breakfast choice. Handy location for getting around lake district and near to main road and rail station. Good bistro nearby "MoJo's" for... More

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Also Known As:
Oakthorpe Hotel Windermere
The Lamplighter Windermere, Lake District, UK
Address: High St, Windermere LA23 1AF, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Cumbria > Lake District > Windermere
Amenities:
Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant
Hotel Style:
#6 Business Hotels in Windermere
#14 Family Hotels in Windermere
Price range (per night): RM401 - 599
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Family owned Victorian guesthouse and pub, situated in the heart of Windermere Village and located in the heart of the Lake District. Two minutes walk from Windermere train station, just off the A591 and the perfect location from which to explore the idyllic surroundings, with local amenities on your doorstep. Offering seven comfortable en-suite bedrooms and two shower only, also attached is The Lamplighter bar serving home cooked traditional pub food and beer affording great value for money. ... more   less 
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