Windermere

The Elleray

Name: The Elleray
Address: 2-6 Cross Street, Windermere, LA23 1AE, United Kingdom

StayScore

/100

Confidence: High

2-6 Cross Street, Windermere, LA23 1AE, United Kingdom

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★★★★4-star hotel

The Elleray is a pub with rooms located in the centre of Windermere, a short walk from the village train station and within easy walking distance of Lake Windermere and Orrest Head. The property features a ground‑floor bar and restaurant with an outdoor seating area, and provides guest rooms with en‑suite bathrooms and a served breakfast; Wi‑Fi is offered. There is no regular on‑site parking (drop‑off only); public car parks and the station car park are nearby.

Score breakdown

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StayScore

81/100

8.2/10

4.3/5

3.8/5

Scores last verified: 17 Aug 2026

StayScore Analysis

Why this hotel scores 81/100

The Elleray is best suited to travellers who want a sociable, central Windermere base with easy access to local transport and lakeside walks. As a pub with rooms in the village centre it appeals to those after an informal, characterful stay where evenings in a friendly bar and short walks to the train station, Lake Windermere and Orrest Head matter more than boutique polish. It’s a practical pick for walkers, couples and short stay visitors exploring the Lake District.

Amenities

What this hotel offers

Family roomsFree WiFiRestaurantNon-smoking roomsBarSuperb breakfast

Highlights

✓ Central Windermere location a short walk from the village train station
✓ Within easy walking distance of Lake Windermere and Orrest Head
✓ Informal pub-with-rooms character ideal for sociable, countryside-base stays

Things to know

• No regular on‑site parking (drop‑off only); public car parks and the station car park are nearby
• Pub atmosphere can be lively in evenings, so not the best choice for a very quiet retreat

Hotel surroundings