As we enter the 2024, we also enter January, the longest month of the year, when money can be tight. So, if you’re looking to indulge in a relaxing mini break without too much financial stress, here are the Top Five Cheapest hotels in the Lake District.

Ambleside Salutation Hotel, BW Premier Collection

A one night stay for two adults ranged between £160 and £250.

Ranked number one out of 10 hotels in Ambleside, The Salutation offers 70 en-suite bedrooms and luxury suites, as well as leisure facilities, a Waterfall Spa, and a hotel restaurant which is home to an award winning breakfast.

Rated excellent, with a score of 4.5 out of 5 over 2,599 reviews, one said: “Fantastic relaxing night away. Warm welcome, room was perfect, enjoyed the spa especially the outside pool, we also booked massages which were great, breakfast was really nice, every member of staff was excellent!”

 

Ravenstone Manor Hotel

A one night stay for two adults ranged between £85 and £130.

Rated excellent, with a score of 5 out of 5 over 514 reviews, one said: “Perfect weekend! Amazing hotel, had a great weekend there. Lovely clean rooms, fantastic food, friendly and helpful staff, totally dog friendly.”

Ranked number one out of six hotels in Bassenthwaite, Ravenstone is a 19th Century Manor House within three hectares of grounds and boasts spectacular views of the Lake. The hotel offers 20 en-suite bedrooms, a lounge, dining room and bar.

 

Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant in Windermere

A one night stay for two adults’ costs about £210.

Offering luxury accommodation, an Award winning locally sourced restaurant and a cosy bar with one of the finest Whisky selection in the area, the Applegarth is a relaxing adult only hotel.

Rated excellent, with a score of 4.5 out of 5 over 1,910 reviews, one said: “Amazing! Arrived at midday and were looked after extremely well and given access to the room early. Nothing but compliments as overall experience was amazing, and staff were charming and knowledgeable - can’t wait to return.”

 

Lyzzick Hall Hotel

A one night stay for two adults’ costs about £185.

From the foot of Skiddaw, Lyzzick has unparalleled views and provides the ideal location for walking and relaxation.

The hotel offers a bar and lounge, onsite parking and well-kept gardens as well as terraced seating and a restaurant.

Rated excellent, with a score of 5 out of 5 over 898 reviews, one said: “This is a gem of a hotel. Staff are excellent, rooms are superb, and the food is amazing. I could go on, but we are already looking at dates to revisit which says it all. Thank you everyone.

 

The Swan Inn at Grasmere

A one night stay for two adults ranged between £89 and £180.

One of the oldest hotels in the Lake District, The Swan was built in 1650 as a coaching inn, The Swan features in Wordsworth’s poem "The Waggoner". It has recently undergone an exciting, multimillion-pound refurbishment and reopened its doors with brand new rooms, new pub restaurant and new bar.

Rated Very good, with a score of 4 out of 5 over 330 reviews, one said: “Great Value for money. The location as The Swan is perfect for exploring Grasmere and the Inn itself is full of rustic charm and we had a lovely breakfast.”