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The Masons Arms vs Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House and The Masons Arms are both praised by expert writers. Overall, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House ranks significantly better than The Masons Arms. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House scores 90 with approval from 4 sources including Oyster, Fodor's and Hideaway Report.

The Masons Arms
8 / 10
Strawberry Bank, Cartmel LA11 6NW
From $0 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant
  • Free Parking
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Three miles east near Bowlands Bridge, the marvellous Mason's Arms is a local secret." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"With fabulous views over the rolling countryside of the Winster Valley to the east of Windermere, the Masons Arms is a slate-floored traditional old inn serving local ales and good pub food." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Traditional Lakeland pub, in a quiet setting with sensational views and all the right ingredients - cosy snugs, toasty fires, low-beamed ceilings, plus handsome cooking and decent ales." Full review
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House
8 / 10
Crook Road, Windermere LA23 3NE
From $341 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Everything about the upper-range Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is elegant." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Gilpin Hotel is a stylish gateway to the Lakes with a well-deserved reputation for being beautifully run." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
94.0
"Family-run hotel situated in the Lake District National Park, a five-minute drive from Lake Windermere." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Hidden among 22 acres of grounds with meandering paths leading to sleek, spacious lodges, this rambling country house provides the ultimate in pampering." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Windermere's B&Bs might be pushing up their rates to silly levels, but this famously posh country-house retreat shows them how it should be done." Full review
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