Where to Stay in the Lake District

We invite you to explore, discover and be inspired by the romantic wonders, the wildness, the remoteness, the countryside lifestyle and perhaps just simply dabble in luxury across the Lake District National Park.

Whatever you’re looking for in your getaway, you can book your perfect break today.

See below for the best campsites, caravan sites, and low-cost hostels with private and mixed dorm rooms, plus information on wild camping. To help you plan your perfect Lake District holiday, the Visit Lake District pages for hotels, cottages, B&Bs, are listed below too.

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Lake District places to stay

Hotels and Bunkhouses

Lake District youth hostels and bunkhouses are a great way to holiday in the area on an affordable budget. For basic friendly accommodation, see our hostel page.

Hostels & bunkhouses
camping

Lake District campsites are available across the National Park – it simply wouldn’t be the outdoor magnet that it is if camping wasn’t so popular. From small to large, the choice is yours - check out our camping sites page.

Camping sites
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There are many caravan sites in the Lake District National Park. Perfect for a family holiday of fun and adventure, a caravan holiday is often top of the list for school holidays, or a quiet long weekend all year!

Caravan sites
wild camping sites

Wild camping is not permitted anywhere in the Lake District without prior permission from the landowner. Find out what is possible.

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From hotels to houses nestled on lakeshores, take your pick from VisitLakeDistrict.com's accommodation pages.

Hotels
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Nothing beats a cosy fire in a Lake District holiday cottage! See secluded to luxury cottages in towns and villages at VisitLakeDistrict.com's listings.

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Lake District B+Bs offer perfect affordable ways to enjoy the National Park with home comforts. Check out VisitLakeDistrict.com listings on where you can stay.

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Lake District online shop products, coffee cups, water bottles and shopping bags.

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Every penny you spend in our online shop goes back into protecting the Lake District National Park.

From re-usable water bottles and coffee cups, to bags, t-shirts and even Lake District Monopoly, its a great way to take a bit of the Lake District with you everywhere.

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