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A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a stone wall and a white building with a traditional design.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and a bar counter with various bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with multiple taps, a beer tap labeled "Lakeland Summit," and a display of various liquor bottles.

1. The Britannia Inn

2.8 km from Grasmere Showground

Peter

฿5,344

฿6,413 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hot tub in an outdoor setting with a wooden pergola overhead.

A spacious living room with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and large windows.

A stone building with a balcony, multiple windows, and a sign for Mossgrove Hotel.

A kitchen pantry with shelves stocked with food items, a bowl of fruit, and a cutting board with vegetables.

2. Moss Grove Organic

0.4 km from Grasmere Showground

Kevin

฿5,123

฿6,148 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A large stone building with a covered patio area, featuring multiple windows and a chimney.

A cozy room with wooden paneling, a fireplace, leather seating, and a chandelier.

A room with a fireplace, a clock, a bookshelf, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, shelves with bottles, glasses, and a map on the counter.

3. YHA Langdale - Hostel

2.1 km from Grasmere Showground

Mark

฿1,437

฿1,725 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A stone fireplace with a lit fire, a metal bucket, and a wooden chair.

A sign for 'The Travellers Rest' with a walking figure, surrounded by flowers and a mountainous backdrop.

A white building with multiple chimneys, a sign reading "The Travellers Rest," and flower boxes on the windowsills.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of a green hillside.

4. Traveller's Rest Inn

1.6 km from Grasmere Showground

Sarah

฿2,919

฿3,503 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hot tub with water jets, surrounded by large windows offering a view of a green landscape.

A modern lounge area with a high ceiling, skylights, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A riverside building with a stone wall, a wooden deck, and a view of the river.

A hot tub with water jets in a room with large windows overlooking a grassy area.

5. Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

0.7 km from Grasmere Showground

meara

฿6,238

฿7,485 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A stone building with a sign reading "Great Langdale Bunhouse."

A wooden door with a number 2 sign, a white wall, and a hallway leading to another room.

A hallway with a wooden wall and a white door.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and a wooden door with a pedestrian symbol.

6. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

3.1 km from Grasmere Showground

Clara

฿2,101

฿2,521 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A traditional stone building with a white facade, multiple windows, and a small front garden.

A bedroom with a large bed, a red headboard, and a window with a red blind. There are two wall-mounted light fixtures and a small wooden stool.

A living room with floral-patterned sofas, a coffee table with drinks, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

A dining area with a table set for four, a bottle of wine, and a bowl of fruit on the table.

7. Low Croft Cottage

0.4 km from Grasmere Showground

฿25,638

฿30,766 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A large, historic stone house with multiple chimneys, surrounded by autumn foliage and a mountainous backdrop.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A set of stone steps ascending a rocky slope in a forested area.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows with curtains.

8. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

0.7 km from Grasmere Showground

Jun Kyeoung

฿1,180

฿1,415 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A garden with various plants and flowers, a stone wall, and a white house with a stone roof in the background.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable brown leather sofa.

A stone house with multiple windows, a small wooden door, and a bench in the yard.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table set for four, and a window with curtains.

9. Dove Holme Cottage

0.4 km from Grasmere Showground

฿30,450

฿36,540 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A stone house with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A hallway with a staircase leading to a second floor, a radiator, and a chair with a cushion.

A stone house with a car parked in front, surrounded by trees and a gravel driveway.

10. Thimble Hall

0.7 km from Grasmere Showground

฿44,548

฿53,457 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A stone house with a garden patio, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A stone house with a large bay window, a stone chimney, and a gravel driveway.

A stone sign with "RIVER LODGE 3 Fieldfoot" indicating the name and location of the property.

A room with a bay window, wicker chairs, a table, and a radiator.

11. River Lodge

3 km from Grasmere Showground

฿33,232

฿39,879 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden chairs, a wicker basket, and a caution sign.

A staircase with a sign reading "Residents only" and a wooden handrail.

A bar area with wooden bar counter, stone flooring, and a stone wall in the background.

A wooden door with a sign reading "BOWFELL 295ft." and a bed with white bedding and pillows.

12. Queens Head Hotel

8.2 km from Grasmere Showground

Dennis

฿5,010

฿6,012 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A stone building with a patio area featuring wooden furniture and a stone wall.

A bathroom with a skylight, a toilet, a sink, and a towel rack.

A waterfront property with a stone patio, wooden bridge, and a row of windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

13. Waterhead Retreat

5 km from Grasmere Showground

฿2,801

฿4,423 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A lakeside property with a marina, multiple boats, and a large house with a white facade.

A corner room with a bay window, two armchairs, and a small table with bottles.

A stone bridge over a calm river, a stone building with outdoor seating, and a mountainous backdrop.

A room with a table and chairs by a large window with a view of greenery and houses.

14. Ambleside Townhouse

Ambleside Town Centre, 4.8 km from Grasmere Showground

Ravinder

฿4,387

฿5,264 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A cozy living room with a brick wall, a leather sofa with striped cushions, a small wooden table with a dish, and a kitchen in the background.

A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and stove.

A living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a brick wall.

A compact living space with a sofa, a glass dining table, and a kitchenette in the background.

15. Bluebird Loft

10.4 km from Grasmere Showground

Jill

฿16,052

฿19,263 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A cozy restaurant with wooden floors, leather seating, and a bar area.

A room with a plaid armchair, a bookshelf, and a wall with a sign reading "The Coniston Inn Eat, Drink, Sleep, Explore".

A bar area with wooden bar stools, multiple taps, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pergola structure.

16. The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

10.3 km from Grasmere Showground

Ece

฿3,649

฿4,378 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A cozy restaurant with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a buffet area.

A building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a door.

A bunk bed with a mural of a boat on the wall, a window with curtains, and a framed certificate on the wall.

A room with a wooden ceiling and two skylights with brown curtains.

17. YHA Windermere - Hostel

8.9 km from Grasmere Showground

Robert

฿1,290

฿1,548 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A stone house with a white porch and flower boxes.

A cozy room with leather armchairs, a round table, a bar area, and a stone fireplace.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a long wooden table, and a bar area.

A patio area with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a view of a lake and forested hills.

18. The Three Shires Inn

4.6 km from Grasmere Showground

Colin

฿4,779

฿5,735 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A coastal town with a marina, houses, and green hills in the background.

A stone building with a small patio area featuring a table and two chairs.

A ferry docked at a harbor with a mountainous backdrop.

A large stone house with a well-maintained garden and a green gazebo.

19. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

5.6 km from Grasmere Showground

Trusha

฿4,387

฿5,264 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A neatly made bed with white linens and a rolled towel, a bedside table with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a toilet.

A stone building with a sign reading "Station Lodge."

20. Station Lodge

11.3 km from Grasmere Showground

Shine

฿2,488

฿2,986 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Grasmere Showground

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Britannia Inn	9.4 Exceptional 88 reviews	View
Moss Grove Organic	9.4 Exceptional 70 reviews	View
YHA Langdale - Hostel	9.2 Wonderful 34 reviews	View
Traveller's Rest Inn	9.0 Wonderful 581 reviews	View
Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels	9.0 Wonderful 599 reviews	View

Top Grasmere Showground Hotel Reviews

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable stay Highly recommended and intend to stay again next year"

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the balcony,more like a little garden. Very comfortable stay,spa bath in room was a nice surprise. Spa facilities were good amazing ❤️"

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in one of more scenic values of the lakes, and right on the route of the Cumbria Way as well as shorter day walk routes. The room was clean and comfortable with a lovely view. The staff were welcoming and dinner and breakfast were good."

Rothay Garth

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were brilliant - helpful and informative. Breakfast was great - the veggie sausage was the best I've ever had - and the hotel was very clean. Will be staying there again."

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"A really great hotel within easy walking distance of the shops and eateries. Friendly staff, tastt breakfast, our room was comfortable and well-equipped with comolimentary G&T! We had a balcony over looking the gardens and we used the bijou space when we arrived, all rather lovely."

Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully maintained holiday property in a lovely spot with private access to Grasmere lake. Really helpful staff and good flexibility around parking times. Highly recommend."

Victorian House

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent welcome very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely breakfast. Great location."

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was delicious with a good selection and good hot food"

The Britannia Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, helpful staff and excellent food."

Other attractions near Grasmere Showground

Dove Cottage

9.2/10 (36 reviews)

Visit the 17th-century house where William Wordsworth lived for almost a decade and wrote some of his most celebrated works.

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Wordsworth Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Wordsworth Museum during your trip to Grasmere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Cocoa Hearts

Enjoy an outing to Cocoa Hearts during your stay in Grasmere. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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St Oswald's Church

After visiting St Oswald's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Grasmere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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The Herdy Shop

Enjoy an outing to The Herdy Shop during your stay in Grasmere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Helm Crag

Explore the great outdoors at Helm Crag, a lovely green space in Grasmere. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Alcock Tarn

Explore the great outdoors at Alcock Tarn, a lovely green space in Grasmere. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Faeryland

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Faeryland, a lovely green space in Grasmere. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Grasmere Showground?

Grasmere Showground is located in Grasmere. This welcoming area is known for its bar scene and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 194 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Grasmere Showground?

Adjacent to Grasmere Showground, The Daffodil Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels and Victorian House.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Grasmere Showground?

Expedia has 194 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Grasmere Showground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Grasmere Showground, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Grasmere Showground.

What can I see and do near Grasmere Showground?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Wordsworth Museum and Armitt Museum and Library. Dove Cottage, Rydal Mount and Wray Castle are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Easdale Tarn, Tarn Hows or Hellvellyn.

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Our top choices for Grasmere Showground hotels

1. The Britannia Inn

2. Moss Grove Organic

3. YHA Langdale - Hostel

4. Traveller's Rest Inn

5. Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

6. Great Langdale Bunkhouse Hostel

7. Low Croft Cottage

8. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

9. Dove Holme Cottage

10. Thimble Hall

11. River Lodge

12. Queens Head Hotel

13. Waterhead Retreat

14. Ambleside Townhouse

15. Bluebird Loft

16. The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

17. YHA Windermere - Hostel

18. The Three Shires Inn

19. Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

20. Station Lodge

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Top Grasmere Showground Hotel Reviews

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Rothay Garth

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments

Victorian House

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

The Britannia Inn

Other attractions near Grasmere Showground

Dove Cottage

Wordsworth Museum

Cocoa Hearts

St Oswald's Church

The Herdy Shop

Helm Crag

Alcock Tarn

Faeryland

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