Places to stay in Waterhead Bay, Cumbria

Places to eat in the region include The Restaurant At The Regent Hotel, The Drunken Duck Inn & Restaurant, Zeffirellis, and The Bay Restaurant.

The center of Waterhead Bay ( which is at is longitude -2°59'4.2950 and latitude 54°24'32.572 ) is located 2 miles away from Ambleside, 2 miles away from Rydal, 3 miles away from Hawkshead and 3 miles away from Troutbeck.

Available Waterhead Bay lodging

We currently have 7 accommodations in and around Waterhead Bay.

Waterhead Bay Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Jerichos At The Waverley, Windermere
Listing updated 2025
Bed & Breakfasts

Jerichos At The Waverley

Approx 5 miles away in Windermere:

All the bedrooms now have modern ensuites and are furnished to the same high standard throughout. The contemporary and stylish decor marries well with the original features and the rooms have a light and airy feel.
College Road
Windermere, Cumbria
Photograph of The Gables, Ambleside
Listing updated 2026
Bed & Breakfasts

The Gables

Approx 2 miles away in Ambleside:

The Gables Guesthouse Ambleside is a popular bed and breakfast with Lake District visitors and enjoys a fine reputation for good service and comfortable accommodation in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Church Walk
Ambleside, Cumbria
Photograph of Above The Bay B&B, Bowness-on-Windermere
Listing updated 2026
Bed & Breakfasts

Above The Bay B&B

Approx 5 miles away in Bowness-on-Windermere:

We are a small but far from ordinary B&B set in a modern, detached house occupying an unique elevated position enjoying superb panoramas of Lake Windermere and the surrounding area. All bedrooms are at ground floor level. All are en-suite with comfortable furnishing..
5 Brackenfield
Hotel
Lake House sits above Waterhead Bay near Ambleside with spectacular views to Lake Windermere and the Langdales beyond. This former Lake District country house offers one of the most idyllic locations of any guest accommodation in Ambleside, its .....
Lake Road
Waterhead Bay, Cumbria

Waterhead Bay Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Skelwith Fold Caravan Park

Approx 2 miles away in Ambleside:

Bring your touring caravan to settle in amongst the idyllic scenery here at Skelwith Fold. Spacious touring pitches set in beautiful surroundings on our dog friendly Lake District Holiday Park..
Skelwith Fold
Ambleside, Cumbria
Self Catering Properties

Mews Cottage

Approx 5 miles away in Grasmere:

We are situated in a quiet location in the centre of the beautiful renowned village of Grasmere in the heart of the English Lake District.
4 Parrock Mews
Grasmere, Cumbria
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Braithwaite Fold

Approx 5 miles away in Bowness-on-Windermere:

Glebe Road
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Waterhead Bay

Photograph of Restaurant At The Fisherbeck Hotel, Ambleside
Restaurant At The Fisherbeck Hotel

Fellinis ( / Vegetarian ). Fellinis is a modern 'Vegeterranean' restaurant catering for the most discerning palate with a distinct Mediterranean twist. Above the restaurant a state of the art digital cinema shows the latest arthouse and niche film productions with live satellite links to world class events of Opera, Ballet and Theatre. www.fellinisambleside.com Link

Restaurant At Brathay Lodge ( Dining / Other ). Brathay Lodge, Ambleside, is a traditional English Lake District B & B which was originally built as two semi detached properties around 1890 probably to satisfy the demand for guest, B&B, hotel and Pet Friendly accommodation by the Lake District tourist industry which was then in its infancy. The property has been totally refurbished in a contemporary style B & B which is fairly unique to the area. The brief to the interior design team was to create an informal atmosphere conducive to unwinding with high class guest accommodation to a high quality hotel / B & B standard. www.brathay-lodge.co.uk Link

Restaurant At Lakes Lodge ( Dining / Other ). Lakes Lodge is a fresh, contemporary take on the traditional Lakeland Bed and Breakfast. Situated in picturesque and bustling Ambleside – the heart of the Lake District – and footsteps away from more than 50 cafés, restaurants and inns, Lakes Lodge is the perfect bolt-hole for your getaway, and an excellent base for venturing further afield to experience all the Lake District has to offer. www.lakeslodge.co.uk Link

Restaurant At Elder Grove ( Dining / Other ). Elder Grove bed and breakfast in Ambleside Cumbria . Offering comfortable accommodation in the heart of the lake District. www.eldergrove.co.uk Link

Restaurant At The Fisherbeck Hotel ( Dining / Other ). If you want a few days, or longer, in the heart of the English Lake District we might be just what you are looking for. Sleep easy in one of our individually designed bedrooms, many with fantastic views. Let someone else cook & serve an award winning breakfast. Relax in our elegant lounge with sumptuous leather sofas. Enjoy a Cappuccino, Latte, Glass of Wine or local Ale. Try the Lite Bite Menu if you prefer to stay in after a long day on the fells. www.fisherbeckhotel.co.uk Link

Restaurant At Queen's Head Hotel ( Dining / Other ). A traditional Lake District Hotel, in the heart of picturesque Hawkshead Village. Since the early 17th Century, The Queens Head Hotel has been offering quality accommodation to those who seek the type of peace and quiet only the Lake District can provide. www.queensheadhotel.co.uk Link