The Masons ArmsvsApplegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant
Both hotels are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, The Masons Arms scores significantly higher than Applegarth Villa Hotel and Restaurant. The Masons Arms comes in at 84 with positive reviews from 3 sources like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
The Masons Arms
Strawberry Bank, Cartmel LA11 6NW
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Three miles east near Bowlands Bridge, the marvellous Mason's Arms is a local secret." Full review
Fodor's
"With fabulous views over the rolling countryside of the Winster Valley to the east of Windermere, the Masons Arms is a slate-floored traditional old inn serving local ales and good pub food." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Traditional Lakeland pub, in a quiet setting with sensational views and all the right ingredients - cosy snugs, toasty fires, low-beamed ceilings, plus handsome cooking and decent ales." Full review
Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant
College Road, Windermere LA23 1BU
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Lonely Planet
"Traditional in style, undoubtedly, but then this is one of the loveliest Arts & Crafts houses in Windermere, built in the 19th century by industrial bigwig John Riggs."
The Telegraph
9.0
"An adults-only, luxury retreat with designer bedrooms — some with their own hot-tubs — in a grand Victorian villa that boasts a central, but quiet, Windermere location." Full review