The Old Dungeon Ghyll HotelvsWindermere Suites
Both hotels are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel ranks significantly better than Windermere Suites. The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel scores 84 with positive reviews from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and The Telegraph.
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
Windermere Suites
New Rd, Windermere LA23 2LA
From $224/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Smoking Rooms
- Free Parking
- Multilingual
- Minibar
Lonely Planet
"The rooms here are simply enormous: all are named after different Lakeland locations." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A bold and unashamedly sexy b&b with lashings of black and silver, and huge mood-lit bathrooms that place an emphasis on relaxation and romance." Full review