Business Details
Luxury Hotels in the Lake District & Lancashire
English Lakes Hotels is a family-run hotel group operating three distinctive properties in the Lake District and Lancashire. Established to provide exceptional hospitality, our hotels combine luxury with natural beauty, offering guests immersive experiences in UNESCO World Heritage landscapes. Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, situated on Windermere's shores, blends lakeside tranquility with modern amenities. Wild Boar Estate delivers rustic charm in 72 acres of private woodland, renowned for its culinary excellence. Lancaster House Hotel bridges historic elegance with contemporary comfort near Lancaster's cultural landmarks. Our portfolio includes award-winning spas, diverse dining options, and extensive leisure facilities.We specialize in creating memorable stays through personalized service, seasonal events, and curated local experiences. With decades of combined expertise in hospitality management, our team ensures every guest benefits from deep local knowledge and operational excellence. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our recognition as a 'Luxury 5 bubble Spa' by The Good Spa Guide and multiple accolades for culinary innovation. We maintain rigorous standards across all operations, from sustainable spa practices to meticulously maintained watersports facilities, ensuring both reliability and exceptional value for our guests.
Services
Spa Breaks
Hotel Stays
Watersports
Wedding Venues
Conference Facilities
Fine Dining
Gift Vouchers
Seasonal Events
Outdoor Activities
Local Experiences
Highlights and features
- Family-run heritage with deep local knowledge of Lake District landscapes
- Award-winning 'Luxury 5 bubble Spa' with panoramic lake views
- Three distinct properties catering to different hospitality preferences
- Extensive watersports facilities directly on Lake Windermere
- Recognized culinary excellence across multiple dining venues
Associations and certifications
- The Good Spa Guide
What people say
Best spa experience
Unforgettable views
Amazing facilities
Luxurious treatments
Culinary excellence
Services
Spa Breaks
Indulge in luxury spa experiences at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, featuring indoor and outdoor thermal facilities with Lake Windermere vistas. Our award-winning spa offers 3-hour thermal journeys, ESPA treatments, and signature Berry & Birch therapies. Guests staying Monday-Thursday receive 25% off treatments, with exclusive packages including Nyetimber champagne and gourmet dining options.
Watersports
Explore Lake Windermere through our comprehensive watersports centre offering paddleboarding, kayaking, and motorboat hire. Professional instruction available for wakeboarding and sailing, with equipment rentals from April-October. Safety-certified operations include day-launching facilities for private craft and guided sessions suitable for all skill levels amidst Langdale Pike backdrops.
Wedding Venues
Host unforgettable weddings at three distinctive venues accommodating 20-340 guests. Low Wood Bay offers lakeside grandeur with banquet facilities, Lancaster House provides elegant function spaces near historic landmarks, while Wild Boar Estate delivers rustic woodland charm. Full-service packages include catering, accommodation, and event coordination for ceremonies and receptions.
Dining Experiences
Savor diverse culinary offerings across six restaurants and bars featuring locally-sourced ingredients. From wood-fired grills at Blue Smoke to traditional pub fare at The Sandeman Bar, our venues showcase regional flavors. Specialized menus include afternoon teas with a twist, seasonal tasting menus, and microbrewery offerings at The Brewhouse.
Conference Facilities
Host professional events at three locations with modern conference spaces accommodating 4-340 delegates. Facilities include purpose-built meeting rooms, high-speed connectivity, and breakout areas. Packages combine business amenities with leisure access to spas and dining venues, with dedicated event coordination and custom catering options available.
Questions
How do I book a spa break at Low Wood Bay?
Book directly through our website or call 0333 2203 121. Spa packages include accommodation, thermal access, and dining credits, with 25% treatment discounts for Monday-Thursday stays.
Are watersports activities available year-round?
Our watersports centre operates seasonally from April to October. Equipment hire and instruction available during these months, with day-launching facilities for private craft during opening hours.
Can I use gift vouchers for any hotel service?
Monetary vouchers can be redeemed across all properties for accommodation, dining, spa services, and activities. Experience vouchers are specific to designated packages with 12-month validity.
What wedding packages are available?
We offer customizable packages at three venues, including ceremony coordination, reception catering, accommodation blocks, and seasonal decorations. Capacity ranges from intimate gatherings to 340-guest celebrations.
Do you offer local resident dining discounts?
Yes, the Relish Card provides 10% off food and drinks at all restaurants, with additional seasonal offers. Available to LA, CA, and PR postcode residents through online registration.
What are the spa's accessibility features?
While we strive for inclusivity, some thermal facilities have limited accessibility. Please contact us directly to discuss specific requirements and arrange appropriate accommodations.
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Reviews (7)
Luke Devereaux
Jan 02, 2022
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If you enjoy eating food produced under dubious (to say the least) hygiene standards, coupled with a culture of extreme bullying, look no further than the Windermere restaurant. I once witnessed chef Nigel Harper use the bathroom for what I believe to be a number 2, only to leave without washing his hands. I also witnessed but had no part in the serving of dairy ice cream to 39 vegans, which was quickly hushed up and never mentioned again.
Sara Jefford
Dec 21, 2021
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Amazing hotel. Lovely staff. Gorgeous views of Lake Windermere. The new spa is beautiful and so relaxing, such a nice treat. The wood smoked afternoon tea and prosecco flight, was very tasty. A nice modern and meaty (hot) take on a traditional (cold) afternoon tea. Highly recommended and can't wait to go back again soon! 10/10!!
Rob Prince
Dec 02, 2021
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Booked here, then read the small print and cancelled again as I cannot stand hotels that claim to be spa hotels, but then charge you extra to use the basic spa facilities such as pool or steam room. The spa is also open to the public so is always packed with non hotel residents. It should say low wood bay hotel, with near by spa at additional cost!!
Ryan Scoular
Nov 21, 2021
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POSTIIVES:
Hotel is in a great location, the rooms are very nice, and the view of the lake is amazing. The Spa is also fantastic. The Spa staff & staff at the restaurant are lovely and welcoming.
NEGATIVES:
That being said I think it is let down a bit by the reception staff. e.g. trying to be smart, but wearing scruffy waistcoats with trainers. Not very welcoming. Breakfast is very outdated. There was rubbish left outside rooms. Our room wasn't cleaned/made up each day. There was a hatch open outside our room left open all night into the basement which left a cold draft.
Normally, I wouldn
Hotel is in a great location, the rooms are very nice, and the view of the lake is amazing. The Spa is also fantastic. The Spa staff & staff at the restaurant are lovely and welcoming.
NEGATIVES:
That being said I think it is let down a bit by the reception staff. e.g. trying to be smart, but wearing scruffy waistcoats with trainers. Not very welcoming. Breakfast is very outdated. There was rubbish left outside rooms. Our room wasn't cleaned/made up each day. There was a hatch open outside our room left open all night into the basement which left a cold draft.
Normally, I wouldn
Brian Saylor
Oct 30, 2021
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Very nice hotel. Beautiful view of the lake. Bus stops right out front if needed. Restaurant was very nice. Food was very good. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Plenty of places to sit and relax with friends.
Dale Westall
Oct 23, 2021
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Excellent food and service here. We visited to celebrate my wife's birthday. We both had the rib eye steak and it was excellent. The prices were very reasonable, two steaks a bottle of wine and two peroni were 78. Definitely recommend this place, if you want the view then visit in the day for their wood fired afternoon tea.
Peter DeMoraes
Oct 21, 2021
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Wood fired afternoon tea looked good but was poorly executed. The skillets were all cold, even the small separate ones that are easily heated. As a result, 90% of the food was pretty cold or just slightly warm.. The salmon was about 2cm square each, the brownie was less than that! All in all, not very much food for too much money and disappointingly cold
