Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 89 min drive
Windermere Station - 5 min walk
Staveley Station - 6 min drive
Burneside Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Homeground - 3 min walk
Brown Sugar - 2 min walk
Base Pizza - 2 min drive
The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - 3 min walk
The Coffee Bean - 2 min drive
About this property
The Archway Guesthouse
The Archway Guesthouse puts you a short five-minute drive from Lake Windermere. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and English breakfast daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM.
Languages
Dutch, English, French, German
At a glance
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served on site
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 8 AM–9:30 AM
Services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Archway Guesthouse House Windermere
Archway Guesthouse House
Archway Guesthouse Windermere
Archway Guesthouse
Archway Windermere
Lake District
The Archway Guesthouse Windermere
The Archway Guesthouse Guesthouse
Archway Guesthouse Hotel Windermere
The Archway Guesthouse Guesthouse Windermere
Frequently asked questions
Does The Archway Guesthouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Archway Guesthouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Archway Guesthouse?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Archway Guesthouse?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Archway Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Archway Guesthouse and nearby?
The Archway Guesthouse has a garden.
What's the area around The Archway Guesthouse like?
The Archway Guesthouse is a short 5-minute walk from Windermere Station and 17 minutes' walk from Orrest Head.
The Archway Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 July 2024
Lovely modern bathroom & home baked food ldelicious on arrival
Helen
Helen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 March 2024
Brilliant stay
The stay was lovely, Denis and Anita are very accommodating and friendly. Lemon cake on arrival and home baked cookies in the room are great touches. The guesthouse is in a great location and the breakfast is exceptional!
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2023
Anita and Denis are super nice people. This was our second stay with them. We would absolutely stay with them again. Breakfast is spot on!
Michele
Michele, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2023
Michele
Michele, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 September 2023
Had an enjoyable, pleasant and memorable 5-day stay and was well taken care of by Anita and Denis, the chef who cooked delicious breakfast. Would love to be back!
Jean
Jean, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 September 2023
Comfortable in every way. Genuinely warm hosts.
Allen
Allen, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2023
Perfection
This was a perfect stay. Location, quality of accomodation, breakfast outstanding and the loveliest hosts you could meet. Thank you.
Peter
Peter, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2023
Lovely guest house in Windermere town, close to lots of quirky shops, bars and lovely restaurants, and of course great walks too. Anita and Denis are great hosts and nothing was too much trouble, lovely breakfast too. Highly recommend
philip
philip, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 March 2023
Wonderful guest house
We enjoyed a wonderful stay at Denis and Anita’s guesthouse. They were wonderful hosts and we really appreciated the little touches such as the lovely cake and cookies on arrival. Breakfast was fantastic and our hosts were really helpful when we couldn’t find a space to park on the street on arrival, also with recommendations for places to eat locally. We would wholeheartedly recommend The Archway Guest House and hope to return in the future. Thank you Denis and Anita
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 February 2023
Last minute stay
Lovely place, some nice touches
geoff
geoff, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2023
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2022
Very nice Bed & Breakfast. Staff were great. Convenient location to explore the Windermere and the Lake District.
David
David, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2022
Lovely house, delicious breakfast, everything you suggested worked very well. You made our trip easier and enjoyable, thank you for understanding our late check in and waiting for us, many thanks for everything you did for us!
Elan
Elan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2022
Very welcoming hosts. Comfortable room with lovely view. Large ensuite with shower and bath. Breakfast and service was excellent.
Gary
Gary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2022
Lovely welcoming B & B
Fabulous stay! Amazing hosts made to feel very welcome
Leslie
Leslie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2022
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 April 2022
Natalie
Natalie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 April 2022
Cristian
Cristian, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 March 2022
Amy
Amy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2021
Nicola
Nicola, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2021
Very welcoming and friendly service
Fantastic guest house with Anita making you fill at home and Denis cooking a Fantastic breakfast
Right in the centre of Windermere with restaurants and bars on the doorstop
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 June 2021
Weekend in the Lakes
Great stay, Absolutely Loverly Guesthouse, Superb hosts. From start to finish really nice experience. Would certainly return again in the future.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2021
Fabulous location and wonderful hosts! Everything you would need in the rooms, which were comfy and clean.
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2021
Highly Recommend
We really enjoyed our stay with Anita and Denis - they were such lovely hosts and made us feel very welcome.
Our room was cosy and had a large bathroom plus a fabulous view.
The breakfast was fantastic also with lots of choice.
We highly recommend this place and would definitely book again.
Kathrin
Kathrin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2021
Great weekend
What can i say .....what a lovely weekend stay we had Anita and dennis was lovely ...very helpful and funny ....they bent over backwards to help us.The room was very nice with a massive bathroom and the view was amazing. Breakfast was very nice and Anita and baked a yummy lemon drizzle cake. We will be staying here again