Lake District Hotels are presently offering very good discounts to holiday in this area of outstanding natural beauty in the English Lakes with some operators discounting luxury hotels up to 45% on normal rates. Tourists wanting to stay in Lake District budget hotels are now able to get a better deal, such as room upgrades with enhanced facilities and take best advantage of being in The Lake District by staying in a room with a view of one of the spectacular 16 Lakes in the region or being on the banks of one of the many beautiful rivers.

Budget hotels usually bring to mind towering concrete blocks with identical rooms and corridors – chain hotels whereby each one is the same the world over! Not the case in the Lake District. We’ve found imposing country house style budget hotels in The Lake District with views over Waterhead Bay, free use of health spa and inclusive of hearty Lakeland breakfasts from 49.00 UK pounds per night for a double ensuite room!

If you are looking for a rural budget Lake District hotel for the family, The Ludwidge Arms Hotel situated in West Cumbria is an excellent choice, positioned by the river Irt, a nature lovers haven, where otters, herons and kingfishers can be spotted along the riverbank walk. The river is famous for its’ gin-clear water. The hotel is near to Scafell Pike, England’s highest fell and close to family attractions such as the steam railway and The Sheep and Wool centre near Keswick, where the children can enjoy the experience of getting close to farm animals. The traditional Lakeland stone, family run hotel is comfortable, warm and welcoming, offering home cooked local food and real ales.

Ambleside is a charming, bustling village based in the heart of the Lakes, close to the quay at Waterhead, where you can get on one of the steamers that regularly depart for Lake cruises on Windermere. The cruises last 40 minutes and allow you to get on and off to discover other villages and shores. One of the best budget hotels in The Lake District is Lake House, with its’ wide-sweeping views over Waterhead Bay and Ambleside a two minute walk away where you can look at the many small art and gift shops, numerous eateries and tourist attractions. The rooms are all ensuite, spotlessly presented and stylish with many little unexpected extras not usually provided in budget hotels.

Juliette Morgan lives in The Lakes and these days writes for a living, having owned quality hotels for many years. To help you make your choice she has put together her recommendations and independent reviews of Lake District hotels , along with unique ideas for really great days out, tips, photos and fully checked out Lake District budget hotels that will allow you to compare rates, book and check in with ease, and have a great holiday!