The Masons ArmsvsHaweswater Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, The Masons Arms ranks significantly higher than Haweswater Hotel. The Masons Arms has a TripExpert Score of 84 with recommendations from 3 publications including The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
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
Haweswater Hotel
Lakeside Road, nr Penrith, Bampton, Penrith CA10 2RP
From $82/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
The Telegraph
9.0
"Right on glistening Haweswater Nature Reserve and cloaked in inspiring fells; the swoon-worthy location is so serene it’s perfectly isolated from humanity - apart from the odd red squirrel or two." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This is the choice for glorious isolation: it's the only place to stay for miles around the shores of Haweswater." Full review