Bowness on Windermere

The Cranleigh Boutique

Name: The Cranleigh Boutique
Address: Kendal Road, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3EW, United Kingdom

StayScore

/100

Confidence: High

Kendal Road, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3EW, United Kingdom

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★★★★4-star hotel

The Cranleigh Boutique is a small boutique hotel in Bowness‑on‑Windermere, a short walk from Lake Windermere. The property comprises 13 bedrooms and four suites, including four named boutique suites. The hotel offers breakfast, including breakfast‑in‑room options, guest discounts at local food and drink venues, and partnered spa access via a nearby spa. Additional self‑catering accommodation and themed suites form part of the Cranleigh group in the village.

Score breakdown

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StayScore

91/100

8.8/10

4.6/5

4.7/5

Scores last verified: 17 Aug 2026

StayScore Analysis

Why this hotel scores 91/100

The Cranleigh Boutique in Windermere suits travellers wanting a cosy, characterful base in Bowness‑on‑Windermere, a short walk from Lake Windermere and village cafés. It's best for couples and small groups who value boutique style and individually named suites rather than the scale of a larger lakeside resort. The hotel works well for short breaks, walkers and lake outings, especially for guests who appreciate local dining links, breakfast options and partnered spa access through the wider Cranleigh group.

Amenities

What this hotel offers

Private parkingFree WiFiNon-smoking roomsTea/coffee maker in all roomsSuperb breakfast

Highlights

✓ Short walk from Lake Windermere and Bowness village
✓ Small boutique scale with individually named suites
✓ Good base for short breaks, walkers and local dining with partnered spa access

Things to know

• Limited number of rooms means availability can be tight in peak season
• Village location offers village atmosphere rather than a secluded lakeside retreat

Hotel surroundings