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title: "The Elleray, Windermere: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Elleray in Windermere: rated 9.0 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Guesthouse · ★★★★
# The Elleray

Windermere, Windermere, United Kingdom

9.0 ·  Excellent 118 reviews ·  #17 #17 of 66 in Windermere ·  7.0 Location score
## About The Elleray

The Elleray is a guesthouse in Windermere, Windermere, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 118 reviews. Facilities include bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 910 m from the centre of Windermere. The nearest beach is 1.1 km away. The nearest airport, Teesside International Airport (MME), is 97 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 6

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 36

2-6 Cross Street

## How The Elleray scores

Better rated than 72% of hotels in Windermere

-   Guest rating **9.0**
-   Location **7.0**
-   Beach access **6.5**
-   Public transport **10.0**

Windermere average

## Amenities

BarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Bar

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **59**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **46**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **1**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Windermere railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">110 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Teesside International Airport (MME)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">97 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">218 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Windermere</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">910 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Windermere boat Museum950 m
-   Windermere Jetty Museum1.4 km
-   Windermere Steamboat Museum1.5 km
-   Cook House Crafts1.8 km
-   The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction1.8 km
-   Cook House Gallery1.9 km

## The Elleray: in detail

The Elleray provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. When arriving by car, you'll be grateful for the on-site complimentary parking at hotel. The hotel offers reception assistance, including luggage storage, to ensure guest satisfaction. The hotel's daily housekeeping ensures an excellent option for your stay. To ensure the well-being and convenience of all visitors, smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire hotel. In order to ensure the utmost level of relaxation, the guestrooms feature an inviting design and are equipped with all basic necessities, creating a delightful stay experience. Selected rooms offer in-room amusement like television as a source of entertainment for guests to enjoy. Rest assured, quenching your thirst is not a concern with a coffee or tea maker available in select accommodations. You'll be pleased to know that select guest bathrooms offer bathroom amenities such as a hair dryer, ensuring a comfortable stay. Each day, arise to a delightful complimentary morning meal at The Elleray. Various excellent meal offerings at hotel ensure that enticing and easily accessible options are constantly available. Upon arrival, make sure to explore karaoke rooms and bar to experience enjoyable evening entertainment within the premises.

### Compare

## Compare The Elleray with nearby hotels

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## Questions about The Elleray

### How do guests rate The Elleray?

The Elleray has a guest rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 118 reviews, which is better than 72% of rated hotels in Windermere.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Elleray?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Is there parking at The Elleray?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Elleray from the airport?

The nearest airport, Teesside International Airport (MME), is 97 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Elleray close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.1 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Elleray have?

The Elleray has 6 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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