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The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

4.0 star property
Hotel in Coniston with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Experience the charm of this historic building with its traditional architecture and beautifully manicured lawn, perfect for dining or socializing.
Relax in a serene outdoor setting with a pergola, picnic tables, and chairs amidst a grassy field with a distant view of hills.
Relax in a traditional room with a plaid armchair, framed mirror, and wooden door leading to an outdoor area.
Relax in comfort with a view of the serene landscape from this cozy room, featuring a round table and two armchairs.
Relax in a rustic bar area with a brick column, wooden beams, and comfortable seating options.
The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group offers a charming atmosphere in a scenic location. Enjoy an English breakfast, relax on the garden terrace, and access WiFi in your room. Amenities include a front-desk safe and luggage storage. Staff are praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room with View

Superior Double or Twin Room with View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 269 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room with View

Double or Twin Room with View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 269 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Cosy Double Room

Cosy Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Hawkshead Road, Cumbria, Coniston, England, LA21 8AJ

What's nearby

  • John Ruskin Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grizedale Forest - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Lake Windermere - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 17.3 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 19 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Foxfield Station - 15 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ambleside Pier - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waterhead Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wilson Arms - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

Upscale hotel near Lake Windermere
You can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Onsite Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • An elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Onsite Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Waterhead
Waterhead Coniston
Waterhead Hotel
Waterhead Hotel Coniston
The Coniston Inn
The Coniston Inn The Inn Collection Group
The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group Hotel
The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group Coniston
The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group Hotel Coniston

Frequently asked questions

Is The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group?

As of Jul 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group on Jul 20, 2025 start from CA $213.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 25 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25 (subject to availability).

Where is The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group located?

Situated in Coniston, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from John Ruskin Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Brantwood and Tarn Hows. Old Man of Coniston is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 301 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great location Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

A beautiful historical hotel with cozy rooms and a restaurant oozing with ambience and yummy food and drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Great location, ample parking and views to die for. Went above and beyond to support with gluten free breakfast options
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The food was excellent and the friendly staff welcome was notable. We will take our own pillows next time - and there will be a next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Hiking trip with friend. Ideal location. Food amazing. Rooms comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great stay. Comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Friendly staff, very helpful, hotel has a really good vibe. food was excellent with a good choice. the service was excellent. breakfast was excellent. all round top hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Apart from the awesome location, this is such a lovely Inn with excellent staff and food.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

The location and facilities were good. We would go back if visiting the area again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Great place would stay again thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Excellent stay. Would repeat in a heartbeat
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Fabulous place, friendly staff, great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Excellent hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Excellent property, well situated for Coniston town center, various walking activities such as Old man and other lake District activities. Friendly accommodating staff, nice well stocked breakfast and comfortable and spacious rooms. Will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Amazing place to stay Staff were first class
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

Beautiful historical property on a lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Very helpful and very friendly staff. 10/10 to everyone works here making it very welcoming. Initailly booked a single night snd extended my stay becuade of this. Good quality rooms, facilities and the food is amazing too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Very nice accommodation in a stunning location and very handy for town. Food is just pub grub and OK but not the best you will find
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Lovely cosy welcoming hotel. Good food relaxed environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

We enjoyed our 2 night stay in Coniston. It was nice and quiet and we did a nice hike too
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Very good location with a view of the lake. Restaurant was good with friendly staff. 15 minutes walk from the village centre and a short drive from John Ruskin’s house which is well worth a visit. Even The Ild Man had no clouds! All in all we had an enjoyable two night break.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

What a beautiful place in beautiful surroundings.Staff couldn’t do more to and fantastic food and service 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Brilliant services with brilliant rooms and fantastic mattresses. Absolutely loved it and will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024