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A cozy dining area with a fireplace, wooden chairs, and a plaid carpet.

A dish with noodles, vegetables, and meat, garnished with sesame seeds and herbs.

A close-up of a dish with sesame seeds and green garnish.

A room with a wooden bookshelf, a leather chair, and a menu on the table.

1. Red Lion Inn

2.9 km from Tarn Hows

Steven

P4,977

P5,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A white building with two wooden doors, each marked with a number. There are flower boxes with pink and white flowers on the steps.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.

A patio with wicker furniture, a round glass table, and potted plants.

A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden cabinet with glass doors, a flat-screen TV, a floor lamp, and a small side table.

2. Betty's Mews

3 km from Tarn Hows

Mark

P26,230

P31,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A stone wall entrance with a door labeled "The Grange".

A stone wall with a gate leading to a green field.

A stone building with a rustic exterior, a wooden bench, and a grill area.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mirror, a vase with dried flowers, and a door leading to a garden.

3. The Granary

2.2 km from Tarn Hows

"Visable damp on the bathroom wall by the shower and a very strong smell of damp in the downstairs area including bedrooms. The owner tried to disguise the smell with air fresheners and by leaving the windows open but the smell of damp was still immediately apparent on entry. Had we been staying longer than 2 nights and not arrived so late in the evening on the first night we would have left. It was a real shame because everything else about the property and surrounding area was beautiful, but...

Ron

P31,307

P37,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a toaster, and a sink.

A white building with a wooden door and a sign that reads "BETTYS MEWS 2".

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a mirror, and plaid curtains.

4. Betty's Loft

3 km from Tarn Hows

P26,230

P31,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and a nightstand.

A cozy room with a foosball table, two wicker chairs, a sofa, and a small table with a plant.

A stone cottage with a gravel driveway, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A room with a ping pong table, a fireplace, and a black leather couch.

5. Hawkshead Hall

2.3 km from Tarn Hows

P97,949

P117,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A lush garden with various trees and shrubs, a stone pathway, and a view of distant mountains.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a red armchair, a sofa with cushions, and a patterned rug.

A glass-top table with two chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A cozy living room with a red armchair, a beige sofa with multiple cushions, a red patterned rug, and a wooden ceiling.

6. The Farmhouse

2.6 km from Tarn Hows

P37,230

P44,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with wooden furniture.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a television.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a central island, and a microwave.

A white two-story house with a stone wall, a wooden door, and a small porch with a table and chairs.

7. Forest Cottage

3 km from Tarn Hows

P45,691

P54,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern living room with a wooden island, grey sofa, and a TV on a wooden stand.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a map on the wall.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

8. Beck of Beyond

2.3 km from Tarn Hows

P50,990

P61,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A stone building with multiple chimneys and a sloped roof, surrounded by trees and a foggy background.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative mirror, and a patterned wall.

A dining area with a wooden table set for four, chairs, a clock on the wall, and a view through the window.

A reception area with a 'Please ring for attention' sign, a bulletin board with various items, and a vase with flowers on a table.

9. Brantfell House

5.9 km from Tarn Hows

Sharon

P8,295

P9,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A stone building with a patio area featuring wooden furniture and a stone wall.

A waterfront property with a stone patio, wooden bridge, and a row of windows.

A bathroom with a skylight, a toilet, a sink, and a towel rack.

A covered outdoor area with a glass roof, a number '12' sign, and a hanging flower basket.

10. Waterhead Retreat

6 km from Tarn Hows

P5,116

P8,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A stone building with ivy-covered walls and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A person sitting by a window reading a book, with a vase and a mirror on the windowsill.

A modern treehouse bedroom with a glass door, a wooden deck, and a bed with white bedding.

11. Victorian House

7.7 km from Tarn Hows

Cameron

P5,957

P7,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A rural landscape with rolling hills, a clear sky, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

A staircase with a red carpet and patterned wallpaper, leading to an upper floor.

A large, white, two-story house with a stone wall surrounding the property, set in a lush green landscape with trees and a clear sky.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a green carpet.

12. Ees Wyke Country House

5.8 km from Tarn Hows

Trynne

P11,390

P15,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A wooden cabin with a curved roof, a glass door, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs.

A corrugated metal building with a circular window, surrounded by a wooden fence and a garden area.

A room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown headboard, and a window with curtains.

A pub with a stone facade, a red telephone booth, and flower baskets.

13. The Wilson's Arms

7.5 km from Tarn Hows

Abi

P6,240

P7,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A house with a garden featuring purple flowers and a red flower in full bloom.

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a stone wall.

A traditional building with a sign reading "Cuckoo Brow Inn" and a shop window with a drawing of owls.

A cozy bar area with a wooden bar counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.

14. Cuckoo Brow Inn

6.7 km from Tarn Hows

Nick

P7,604

P9,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A cozy restaurant with wooden floors, leather seating, and a bar area.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pergola structure.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, multiple taps, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A room with a plaid armchair, a bookshelf, and a wall with a sign reading "The Coniston Inn Eat, Drink, Sleep, Explore".

15. The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

3.3 km from Tarn Hows

Ece

P7,258

P8,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A cozy restaurant with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a buffet area.

A campsite with two tipi-style tents, each with a picnic table in front.

A bunk bed with a mural of a boat on the wall, a window with curtains, and a framed certificate on the wall.

A building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a door.

16. YHA Windermere - Hostel

7.7 km from Tarn Hows

Max

P2,489

P2,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a marina with boats, and a calm evening setting.

A table set for a meal with wine glasses, a candle, and a vase with flowers, overlooking a body of water and hills.

A room with a leather sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, and two lamps. A large window offers a view of a lake and boats.

A large, multi-story building with a stone facade, a central courtyard, and a well-maintained lawn.

17. Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

7.9 km from Tarn Hows

gareth

P8,835

P10,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A coastal town with a marina, houses, and green hills in the background.

A stone building with a small patio area featuring a table and two chairs.

A large stone house with a well-maintained garden and a green gazebo.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a mountainous backdrop.

18. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

5.6 km from Tarn Hows

Trusha

P5,477

P6,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A stone house with a white porch and flower boxes.

A patio area with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of a lake and forested hills.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a long wooden table, and a bar area.

A stone building with a small stream flowing beside it.

19. The Three Shires Inn

3.5 km from Tarn Hows

Colin

P11,360

P13,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A large, historic stone building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and mature trees.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a view of a body of water and mountains in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a herringbone floor pattern, and large windows with a view of greenery outside.

20. Windermere Manor Hotel

7.6 km from Tarn Hows

Carole

P11,210

P11,210 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Top Tarn Hows Hotel Reviews

Lakes Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Me and my partner stayed at the lakes spa hotel for my 21st birthday we entered the hotel reception to a warm welcome by all staff, the staff can’t no enough for you from the moment you drive into the hotel (from start to finish) the room was beautiful we have a complimentary room upgrade to a Windermere lake view with a floor to ceiling widow that allows you to watch the sun set over the beautiful lake with the most beautiful view from the very spacious balcony with a massive 2 person hot tub. On the evening we went down to the cocktail bar to enjoy our tea where I had a fillet steak with chips mushrooms and tomatoes with Diane sauce and my partner had a sirloin steak with garlic butter and I can say it was the nicest most flavourful food I have ever had and finished our night with some champagne in the hot tub. In the morning we had to go to the spa, the spa was very luxury and tranquil and a very nice space to quiet the mind we then got ready and checked out with a very warm and friendly goodbye. So I would 100% highly recommend coming and having a stay at the lakes spa hotel and I would definitely be returning (I will add photos of our stay and food) (Room decorations where done by my partner)"

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Had an amazing stay here! Brilliant room and lovely club amenities with free cake and coffee and incredible breakfast! Only the inside pool is included so you have to pay £60 for 2 hours in the evening to use the whole spa. I feel like one spa session should be included when paying for club level."

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"Room was spotless and spacious. Large group in at breakfast time but staff coped very well. No towels in Spa so had to get some from room. Parking is overpriced considering room costs, only negative for us. Have been a few times now, and will return."

Bluebird Lodge and Waterhead Apartment

10/10 Excellent

"Nice compact room ideal for me and the dog staff excellent carnt do enough for you,, clean room lovely views, excellent breakfast one of the best cooked breakfasts I've ever had.. 👍"

The Hive at Poppi Red

10/10 Excellent

"We were greeted by a lovely, friendly guy who gave us the code for our room and warned us about the low ceiling when exiting the bathroom. The room was lovely, cosy and spotlessly clean. I personally loved the wallpaper, and the beds were very comfortable. My partner, however, clearly wasn’t paying attention. 藍 After using the bathroom, he came down the steps and BANG — hit his head. I reminded him we’d literally just been warned about it. You’d think that would be the end of it. It wasn’t. Throughout the evening, he proceeded to hit his head a further FOUR TIMES, bringing the grand total to FIVE. There is even a sign saying “MIND YOUR HEAD.” At this point, I have confirmed my suspicions that my partner is, in fact, a raving idiot. Unless there was a member of staff standing there holding a flashing neon sign saying “MIND YOUR HEAD, YOU ABSOLUTE PLONKER”, I genuinely believe he’d have carried on until he eventually sustained brain damage. 😂 Thankfully, it had absolutely no negative consequences for me as I’m only 5ft tall. In fact, watching it unfold provided some of the entertainment highlights of our stay. 藍 This is absolutely NOT a negative review! Lovely hotel, beautiful decor, cosy historic town, comfy beds and some great pubs serving good food within walking distance. Highly recommend — just mind your head. And if you’re travelling with an idiot like my partner, pack a helmet. 😂❤️ Thank you for a lovely stay! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (one for each bump)"

The Sun

10/10 Excellent

"Very pleasant stay."

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Our room was on the top (2nd) floor so beware if you have heavy cases"

The Britannia Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, helpful staff and excellent food."

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

10/10 Excellent

"Great property for 3 people. It was well equipped very clean . Location perfect for Hawkeshead for all amenities. Will definitely return."

Other attractions near Tarn Hows

Church of St Mary

Enjoy the serene ambiance in this charming lakeside church, peruse the intricate stained-glass windows and learn about medieval traditions.

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Hawkshead Grammar School

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Hawkshead Grammar School during your travels in Hawkshead. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

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Grizedale Forest

9.0/10 (40 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Grizedale Forest, a lovely green space in Hawkshead. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

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beach near Church Beck

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Church Beck during your trip to Coniston? Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Skelwith Force

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Skelwith Force during your travels in Skelwith Bridge. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Donald Campbell's Grave

Learn about the local history of Coniston with a stop at Donald Campbell's Grave. Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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beach near Steam Yacht Gondola

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Steam Yacht Gondola during your trip to Coniston? Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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John Ruskin Museum

7.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at John Ruskin Museum during your travels in Coniston. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Tarn Hows?

Tarn Hows is located in a welcoming area of Ambleside known for its beautiful lakeside setting and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 9 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Tarn Hows?

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this cottage offers free parking and in-room kitchens. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Tarn Hows. Other good options within a few miles include Bluebird Lodge and Waterhead Apartment and Red Lion Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Tarn Hows?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Tarn Hows.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Tarn Hows, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Tarn Hows.

What can I see and do near Tarn Hows?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Wordsworth Museum, Hawkshead Grammar School, or John Ruskin Museum. Sights like Hill Top Farm, Dove Cottage, and Rydal Mount are landmarks to visit in the area. Spend some time wandering around Old Man of Coniston, Grizedale Forest, and Go Ape Grizedale.

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Our top choices for Tarn Hows hotels

1. Red Lion Inn

2. Betty's Mews

3. The Granary

4. Betty's Loft

5. Hawkshead Hall

6. The Farmhouse

7. Forest Cottage

8. Beck of Beyond

9. Brantfell House

10. Waterhead Retreat

11. Victorian House

12. Ees Wyke Country House

13. The Wilson's Arms

14. Cuckoo Brow Inn

15. The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

16. YHA Windermere - Hostel

17. Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

18. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

19. The Three Shires Inn

20. Windermere Manor Hotel

Top Tarn Hows Hotel Reviews

Lakes Hotel and Spa

Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa

Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa

Bluebird Lodge and Waterhead Apartment

The Hive at Poppi Red

The Sun

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

The Britannia Inn

1 Bed Flat - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

Other attractions near Tarn Hows

Church of St Mary

Hawkshead Grammar School

Grizedale Forest

beach near Church Beck

Skelwith Force

Donald Campbell's Grave

beach near Steam Yacht Gondola

John Ruskin Museum

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