The Old Dungeon Ghyll HotelvsCragwood Country House Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Cragwood Country House Hotel. The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 85 with positive reviews from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Fodor's.
The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel
Great Langdale, Ambleside LA22 9JY
From $150/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
Fodor's
"There's no more comforting stop after a day outdoors than the Hiker's Bar of this 300-year-old hotel at the head of the Great Langdale Valley." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Everyone who has ever done any walking in the Lake District will have heard of the ODG, as it’s known to all." Full review
The Guardian
"Usually heaving with fell walkers enjoying a post Scafell Pike-high, this famous mountaineers’ pub is one of the classic venues in the Lake District"
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Affectionately known as the ODG, this historic inn is awash with Lakeland heritage: many famous walkers have stayed here, including Prince Charles and mountaineer Chris Bonington." Full review
Cragwood Country House Hotel
Eccelrigg, Windermere LA23 1LQ
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 23-room Cragwood Country House Hotel is a secluded Edwardian estate on 22 acres near scenic Lake Windermere." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This (much-extended) Edwardian mansion on a private headland overlooking Windermere offers a low-key country-house style." Full review