Last-minute hotel deals in Cartmel

Situated in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, The Royal Oak Inn offers a traditional Inn, which has been family run since 1995.

The Royal Oak Inn, in the heart of Bowness on Windermere, is situated 100 yards up the steep hill which leads to end of The Dales Way Walk, which we are proud to be associated with as The Finishing Pub.

All our cosy rooms are ensuite and located above the bar over two floors. They include free Wi-Fi, TV, radio alarm clock and tea/coffee making facilities.

Guests can enjoy The Royal Oak’s renowned full English breakfast along with homemade bar meals, served daily from 12pm - 8:30pm (Closed Christmas Day). Dishes are prepared using locally sourced produce,. The property also offers vegan, vegetarian and a gluten-free options.

Bowness Bay Pier offers steamship cruises across Lake Windermere. Home to The World of Beatrix Potter, Bowness features traditional craft and gift shops, within 5 minutes’ walk of the property. Free private parking is available on site and Windermere Railway Station is 1.5 miles away.

With a stay at The George Washington in Carnforth, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Arnside and Silverdale. This inn is 21.2 mi (34.2 km) from Lake Windermere and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Carnforth Station Heritage Centre.

With a stay at Number 19 Guesthouse in Dalton-in-Furness, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Dalton Leisure Centre and Furness Abbey. This guest house is 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Lake Windermere and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Lake Cruises.

Located in Carnforth, The Royal Station Hotel is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Morecambe Bay and Eric Morecambe Statue. This hotel is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Morecambe Beach and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Williamson Park.

Situated in Lowick Green, 25 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Red Lion features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Located around 26 km from Lake Windermere, the inn with free WiFi is also 43 km away from Muncaster Castle. Hill Top is 22 km from the inn.

The rooms in the inn are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Derwentwater Lake is 50 km from The Red Lion, while Coniston Water is 18 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 129 km away.

With a stay at Longlands Inn and Restaurant in Carnforth, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Arnside and Silverdale. This inn is 20.4 mi (32.8 km) from Lake Windermere and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Carnforth Station Heritage Centre.

With a stay at Storrs Gate House in Windermere, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Lake Windermere and a 1-minute drive from Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House. This guest house is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Windermere Ferry and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

When you stay at The Auckland Hotel in Morecambe, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Morecambe Bay and Morecambe Winter Gardens Theatre. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Morecambe Winter Gardens and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Eric Morecambe Statue.

With a stay at The New Inn - Yealand in Carnforth, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Arnside and Silverdale. This inn is 19.3 mi (31 km) from Lake Windermere and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Cinderbarrow Miniature Railway.

With a stay at this cabin in Carnforth, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Arnside and Silverdale. This golf cabin is 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from Lake Windermere and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Carnforth Station Heritage Centre.

With a stay at Cranleigh Boutique in Windermere, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Bowness Pier and Lake Windermere. This boutique hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from World of Beatrix Potter and 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

With incredible mountain views, this traditional, family-owned guest accommodation has a real log fire and wooden beams in its cosy bar and restaurant. Located less than 10 minutes’ drive from the quaint and pretty village of Coniston, The Wilson Arms offers free private parking.

The restaurant serves food made from fresh produce sourced from the Lake District, including locally caught fish and game. Packed lunches can be supplied for those who are out for the day.


The Wilson Arms can arrange a variety of outdoor activities for you, including rock climbing, fishing and guided walks. Kayak and canoe hire is available at the edge of the vast Coniston Water, just a 5-minute drive away. The Cumbria Way, a long distance footpath, is 1-minutes walk away.

Free Wi-Fi is accessible in each bright room, and the separate cottage and suite have a lounge and a kitchen area.

With a stay at Bowness Guest House in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This guest house is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

When you stay at Oakfold House in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This bed & breakfast is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

When you stay at The Port House in Morecambe, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Half Moon Bay and St. Peter's Church. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from St. Patrick's Chapel and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Morecambe Beach.

With a stay at Lakes Hotel and Spa, you'll be centrally located in Windermere, within a 5-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Old Laundry Theatre and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from World of Beatrix Potter.

With a stay at Damson Dene Hotel in Kendal, you'll be in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Winster Valley. This hotel is 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lyth Valley.

With a stay at Quite Simply French in Lancaster, you'll be in the historical district, just a 1-minute walk from Lancaster Maritime Museum and 6 minutes by foot from Church of St Mary. This luxury hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from St John's Historic Church and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Giant Axe.

Located in Windermere, Wild Boar Estate is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Windermere Golf Club and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House. This luxury inn is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Lake Windermere and 13.3 mi (21.3 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.

With a stay at Ees Wyke Country House in Ambleside, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Hill Top Farm. This luxury guest house is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Windermere Ferry.