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16 Luxury Lake District Spa Days to Experience in 2023

Updated: Oct 5, 2023

If you are thinking of a spa day for yourself or as a gift for somebody else for a special occasion, then this is the guide for you!




The top 16 spa days in the Lake District are all here for you in a concise blog post so you can compare locations to find the best spa day that suits all your relaxation needs and wants!


You work hard for your days off so why not treat yourself to one of these spa days in the beautiful Lake District National Park, United Kingdom.




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1) Lodore Falls Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


Lodore Falls is one of the best spas in the Lake District. It is in a beautiful location overlooking Derwentwater and the Catbells.




Facilities


Heat treatment rooms

  • Loconium (dry sauna)

  • Salt steam room

  • Aroma steam room

  • Herbal sauna

  • Ice fountain




Pools and outdoor heat treatment facilities

  • 16 metre hydrotherapy pool with water loungers and neck jets

  • Infinity hot tub

  • Glass fronted sauna

  • Cold drench buckets

  • Hot showers




​Mud rasul

A self-application 4-step process to cleanse, exfoliate, boost your circulation, and reduce muscle tension

Relaxation room

Relax in a tranquil room with beds, soothing music and magazines



Fitness

There is a small gym/fitness room so you can keep onto of your fitness



Treatments

Type

​Benefits

Treatments

Ishga

​Hydration, anti-ageing and skin-renewing

- facial - detox body wrap - back treatment - hot stone massage - hot poultice massage

Elemis

No.1 anti-ageing skincare brand in the UK

​- Pro collagen age defy facial - Ultra smart anti-ageing facial - Biotec facial treatments - Superfood pro-radiance facial - Signature massage - Dynamic resurfacing precision peel facial

Cancer patients (current and those in recovery)

Gentle treatments with safe products given by professionally trained therapists in cancer care

- Mini facial - Comforting foot and leg massage - Head & Scalp Massage - Reflexology - Face Massage - Seaweed Hand or Foot Treatment - Back Massage

​Pregnant or 1st trimester

Specially designed for mums to be

Lodore have a specially crafted massages for mums to be for a well deserved pamper.


Pricing options for treatments

£95pp Per Option (choose from the 3 options below)

1) 1 treatment lasting 50 minutes

2) Choose two different treatments that will last 25 minutes each

3) Or Lodore have a deluxe trio package of a back massage, scalp massage and a mini facial




Spa Day Packages


Spa days at Lodore Falls start at £50pp for 2 hour access to their heat treatment rooms and outdoor hydrotherapy pool with a glass of fizz.


Spa day packages range to the top price of £155pp as ontop of the 2 hour access to the heat treatment rooms and outdoor hydrotherapy pool you get a 50 minute treatment along with full use of the spa lounge and your choice of either a 2 course lunch or afternoon tea in the hotels restaurants.


Lodore makes spa day packages more meaningful by creating seasonal offers such as 'Back to School Restart Spa' or 'Trick or Treat Yourself'.


If you don't have the whole day off, Lodore understands you may want to relax after a days work so offer a 'Twilight Spa' so you can enjoy the hydrotherapy pool and infinity hot tub under the starts.


Want to come with your loved one? The Falls Spa has couple spa packages are available from £195pp.




Why not stay overnight at Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa?




Lodore Falls Hotel and Spa has a range of luxury rooms and suits so you can relax in the beautiful setting of Derwentwater and dine in multiple award winning restaurants and relax in their Champagne bar.


Each guest gets a complimentary 2 hour access to the spa and you can benefit from the menu of treatments while you are a staying longer - book Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa here!





2) Langdale Hotel and Spa/ Brimstone Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


In Great Langdale you will find The Langdale Hotel. The spa is on the hotel's estate and is called the Brimstone Spa. It is only available to use by guests - book here for your spa getaway!





Facilities


Thermal Suite rooms

  • Mineral steam bath

  • Lava sauna

  • Herbal sauna

  • Finnish sauna

  • Himalaya salt steam

  • Laconium

  • Ice fountain

Pool

  • 9 metre hydrotherapy pool - indoor pool that continues outdside so you can enjoy the outdoor scenery from the pool and relax on the bubble beds or use the fountain to ease neck and shoulder tightness



Fitness

  • Gym

  • Indoor pool

  • Poolside heat treatment rooms

  • Tennis courts

  • Hot tub


All facilities are only available to use by guests - book here for your spa break!




Treatments


Pricing options for treatments

1) £85 for a spa thermal experience - 3 hour access to enjoy all the thermal treatment rooms and a platter at the spas deli

2) £125 for a 50 minute treatment

3) £165 for a 50 minute treatment and 2 hour access to the spa's facilities


Type

Benefit

Treatments

Pure Alchemy

Energy boost and relaxation for the body and mind as qualified therapists create a tailed experience for you based on your lifestyle

  • Face & Facial experiences

  • Body & Specific Massage

  • Skin Conditioning Face & Body

  • Muscular Relaxation

  • Refining and Softening for Body

  • Scalp & Cranial Stress Massage

​New Tribe

Use of natural and sustainable products for techniques to boost wellbeing

  • Hot Rocks - full body realignment

  • Full Body Massage

  • Pregnant, 2nd or 3rd Trimester - tailored massage to encourage relaxation and sleep

  • Skin Treatment - for sensitivity, fragile conditions and Cancer

  • Woman only - rebalancing face and body massage

  • Facial - tailored to personal needs

All treatments are only bookable for hotel guest - book here for your spa getaway!







3) Low Wood Bay


Where is it located?


Low Wood Bay Resort and Spa is located on the shore of Windermere in the south of the lake District National Park. Windermere is one of the most popular destinations within the national park as it is the biggest lake in the district with lots going on.




Facilities


Indoor

  • A thermal and vitality pool

  • The Herbal Lounge

  • Coconut steam

  • Dry salt sauna

  • Relaxation lounge

Outdoor

  • Lakeview Infinity Pool

  • Hot tubs

  • Fellside Sauna

  • Fire pit

  • Outdoor Bar & Seating






Spa Day Packages


1) Twilight thermal experience - £49 (mid week)

  • 2 hour access to thermal rooms and facilities - indoor and outdoor

  • robes and towels


2) Thermal experience and dine - £95

  • 3 hour access to thermal rooms and facilities - indoor and outdoor

  • 2 course lunch or afternoon tea


3) Spa and dine - £105

  • 3 hour access to thermal rooms and facilities - indoor and outdoor

  • mud room

  • 2 course lunch or afternoon tea


4) Paddle and spa - £135

  • 2 hour paddle board session

  • 3 hour access to thermal rooms and facilities - indoor and outdoor

  • 2 course lunch or afternoon tea


5) Treatment and thermal experience - £185

  • choose from and ESPA oil scrub, massage or facial - treatment lasting 50 minutes

  • 3 hour access to thermal rooms and facilities - indoor and outdoor

  • smoothie

  • robes

  • 2 course lunch or afternoon tea




Why not stay overnight at Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa?


This hotel has lots to offer with its extensive water activity equipment hire, a gym and an indoor pool only for hotel guests use so why not stay over and make the most of being located on the shore of Lake Windermere - Book your stay at Low Wood Bay Resort here!





4) Daffodil Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


Daffodil Hotel and Spa is located just a short walk from Grasmere Village. It has easy assess to popular tourist sports in the Lake District as the hotel is located on the A591.





Facilities

  • hydrotherapy pool

  • sauna

  • steam room

  • Tepidarium




Spa Day Packages


1) Daffodil Spa Day £95 (Monday to Thursday)

  • 3 hour access to facilities

  • 45 minute treatment - choose from a facile, head massage, or a leg and foot massage

  • afternoon tea

2) Create your own


Choose from one of the below treatments

  • full body massage £85/60 mins

  • muscle massage £85/60 mins

  • anti-inflammatory massage £85/60 mins

  • Thai compress massage £95/60 mins

  • head massage £60/45 mins

  • leg and foot massage £60/45 mins

  • reflexology £60/45 mins

  • mums-to-be massage £110/90 mins

  • personalised facial £75/60 mins

  • men's facial £75/60 mins

  • Aromatherapy Facial £90/75 mins

  • Champagne & Truffles Facial £125/90 mins

  • Facial and massage £155/120 mins

  • Pedicure £55/60 mins

  • Manicure £55/60 mins

PRICE OF TREATMENT PLUS £30 (Monday to Friday) or PLUS £40 (Friday to Sunday) for 2 hour access to the spa's heat treatment rooms and pool





Why not stay overnight at Daffodil Hotel & Spa?


With the spa offering such an extensive range of treatments an overnight stay would mean you could benefit from the hotel's facilities - book you stay at Daffodil Hotel here!







5) The Swan Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


The Swan Hotel and Spa is located in Newby Bridge. It is at the southern tip of Lake Windermere along a river with good road connections to the motorways.





Facilities

  • steam room

  • Jacuzzi pool with jets

  • Indoor/outdoor hydrotherapy pool

  • Ice buckets

  • Outdoor Finnish sauna

  • Indoor Finnish-inspired sauna

  • Relaxation corners and lounge areas

  • Hot and cold showers




Spa Day Packages


1) Full day - £190

  • 2 hour access to all heat treatment rooms and pool

  • one 80 minute treatment or ritual including a specific treatment for new mums

  • afternoon tea

  • glass of fizz

2) Half day - £150

  • 2 hour access to all heat treatment rooms and pool

  • one 50 minute treatment from the choice of specific massages and facials

  • afternoon tea

3) Twilight session - £40-45

  • 6-8pm everyday

  • 2 hour access to all heat treatment rooms and pool

  • glass of fizz


Why not stay overnight at The Swan Hotel & Spa?


With the hotel being located in Newby Bridge it is a great location to see more of the Lake District National Park. They have boutique rooms and cottages available - book a night at The Swan Hotel here!







6) Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


On the waters edge of Lake Windermere you will find Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa. It is one of the most popular locations in the Lake District and is the largest Lake the region has to offer. It is a beautiful spot to stay and relax without being secluded from shops and restaurants.





Spa Day Packages


1) Morning Spa - from £64

  • one 25 minute treatment - choose from deep tissue massage, facial or best foot forward

  • full access to spa facilities until 12 midday

  • two course award winning lunch

2) Afternoon Spa - from £69

  • one 25 minute treatment - choose from deep tissue massage, facial or best foot forward

  • full access to spa facilities 12-3pm

  • afternoon tea

3) My Perfect Treat - from £95

  • one 55 minute treatment

  • full access to spa facilities

4) Men's Detox - from £95

  • one 55 minute treatment

  • full access to spa facilities

  • lunch

5) Signature Spa Day - from £145

  • one 55 minute treatment

  • one 25 minute treatment

  • full access to spa facilities

  • afternoon tea

6) Total Time Out - from £185

  • 85 minute Macdonald Signature treatment

  • full access to spa facilities

  • two course lunch or afternoon tea





Why not stay overnight at Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa?


Extend you time of relaxation by staying overnight - book you stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel and Spa here!







7) Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


Bassenthwaite Lake in the town of Keswick is where you will find this unique luxury hotel. It is set in the 400 acres of woodland where wild deers roam. A stately home has been transformed into a hotel and spa where you can relax in true style in the English countryside.




Facilities

  • 16m infinity pool

  • wallow pool

  • hydrotherapy pool

  • outdoor hot tub

  • aroma room with heated walls

  • steam room

  • sauna

  • tropical shower

  • rain dance shower

  • fitness room




Spa Day Packages


1) Escape half day - £125 Monday to Friday, £135 Weekends

  • one 55 minute face or body treatment

  • full access to spa facilities for 3 hours

2) Sereno-tea half day - £145 Monday to Friday, £155 Weekends

  • one 55 minute face or body treatment

  • full access to spa facilities 10-2pm

  • afternoon tea

3) Serenity - £175 Monday to Friday, £185 Weekends

  • one 55 minute treatment

  • full access to spa facilities 10-6pm

  • 2 course lunch

4) Yummy Mummy full day - £135 Monday to Friday, £145 Weekends

  • one 55 minute treatment

  • full access to spa facilities 10-6pm

  • 2 course lunch

5) Sunset Spa - £55 Monday to Friday

  • glass of Prosecco

  • robe and slippers

  • full access to spa facilities 5:30-7:30pm

6) Sunrise Spa - £45 Monday to Thursday

  • tea, coffee, pastries on arrival

  • full access to spa facilities 7:30-10am





Why not stay overnight at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa?


Extend you time of relaxation by staying overnight at the award winning hotel - book you stay at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa here!







8) Beech Hill Hotel


Where is it located?


Beech Hill Hotel has views across Lake Windermere from the eastern bank. With view over the largest lake in the district it is relaxing place to come and unwind while watching the waves go by.




Facilities

  • 2 outdoor hot tubs

  • indoor heated pool

  • sauna

  • steam room




Spa Day Packages


1) Relax afternoon- £115

  • one 25 minute treatment from the choice of: manicure, pedicure, facial, back shoulder and neck massage, or hot rock back massage

  • full access to spa facilities

  • afternoon tea

2) Rejuvinate afternoon - £150

  • one 55 minute treatment from the choice of: manicure with shellac, pedicure with shellac, full body hot stone massage, full body massage, facial and back massage

  • full access to spa facilities

  • afternoon tea

3) Half day spa access - £45

  • full access to spa facilities for 3 hours

4) Lakeview Spa Special - £79

  • one 25 minute treatment from the choice of: back massage, facial, Indian head massage, shellac manicure, or a shellac pedicure

  • 3 hour access to spa facilities




Why not stay overnight at Beech Hill Hotel?


Live life on the edge of the water at Beech Hill Hotel and make use of the hotel's stunning location - book you stay at Beech Hill Hotel here!







9) Ambleside Salutation Hotel


Where is it located?


Ambleside is a village in the south of the Lake District National Park. It is an ideal location to explore more of the Lake District from as it has good road connections to the popular lakes and walking routes.




Facilities

  • indoor swimming pool

  • outdoor hydrotherapy pool

  • hot tub

  • sauna

  • steam room

  • gym




Spa Day Packages


1) Relax and Unwind - £110

  • one treatment from the choice of: manicure, pedicure, facial, back neck and scalp massage

  • full access to spa facilities for 2 hours

  • afternoon tea

  • glass of Prosecco

2) Clarins Indulgence - £145

  • one treatment from the choice of: tailored facial, rebalancing massage, Clarins beauty sleep, hot stone massage, deep tissue massage

  • full access to spa facilities for 2 hours

  • afternoon tea

  • glass of Prosecco



Why not stay overnight at Ambleside Salutation Hotel?


Extend you time in the Lake District and explore your surroundings by staying overnight - book your stay at Ambleside Salutation Hotel here!







10) Lakeside Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


This 4 star hotel sits right on the southern shore of Lake Windermere. Begin your spa day by the lake with Lakeside Hotel.




Facilities

  • 17m indoor swimming pool

  • poolside Jacuzzi

  • hot tub

  • sauna

  • steam room

  • gym

  • outdoor fire pit

  • heat domes




Spa Day Packages


1) Revitalising spa day - £119

  • coffee, tea, or orange juice and Danish pastries by the lake

  • all day full access to spa facilities

  • 2 course lunch

  • 60 minute treatment choose from: manicure, pedicure, facial, full body massage

2) Gentleman day - £150

  • coffee, tea, or orange juice and Danish pastries by the lake

  • 75 minute treatment focusing on tension in the back, legs and feet

  • full access to spa facilities all day

  • afternoon tea

3) Spa and afternoon tea - £150

  • coffee, tea, or orange juice and Danish pastries by the lake

  • 75 minute treatment choose from: warming body wrap, stimulating body polish, facial

  • full access to spa facilities all day

  • afternoon tea





Why not stay overnight at Lakeside Hotel and Spa?


Extend you time along the shore of Windermere and explore the lake in luxury from the hotel's private jetty with Lakeside Hotel's private boats - book your stay at Lakeside Hotel and Spa here!







11) Gilpin Hotel and Lake House


Where is it located?


Gilpin is one of the most luxurious hotels in the Lake District. It is located in the popular town of Windermere and offers spa lodges allowing you to have a private spa getaway. This hotel's spa facilities is exclusively for guests but is the ultimate relaxing Lake District treat - book a night away at the Gilpin Hotel here!




Spa Lodge En-suite Spa Facilities

  • convertible treatment area

  • steam room

  • rain maker shower

  • free standing oval stone bath

  • outdoor sauna

  • outdoor hydrotherapy hot tub

  • mood lighting

  • fires

  • walled garden

  • breakfast served via app at the time you request




Treatments and Prices


  • Full body massage - £90/50 minutes

  • Walkers ritual legs and feet - £90/50 minutes

  • Gilpin signature experience - £135/80 minutes

  • Facial - £95/50 minutes

  • Hot stone reviver - £140/80 minutes

  • Ultimate inner calm massage - £135/80 minutes

  • Indian head massage - £95/50 minutes

  • Ultimate relax and restore - £135/80 minutes

  • Holistic body care treatment - £135/80 minutes

  • Radiance body polish - £40/25 minutes

  • Luxury manicure - £75/55 minutes

  • Luxury pedicure - £75/55 minutes



Book Gilpin Hotel and Lake House!


For the ultimate private spa experience book a night away in one of Gilpin Hotel's spa lodges. The hotel service will go above and beyond your expectations for a spa day in the Lake District - Book your stay at Gilpin Hotel and Lake House here!







12) Lakes Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


This 4 star spa hotel is in the town of Windermere. You are encouraged to get the train to then get picked up by their Bentley chauffeur. The spa is complimentary to hotel guest, you can book the Lakes Hotel and Spa here! Treatments are an additional cost.




Facilities

  • indoor pool

  • 2 Feature Hot Tubs

  • Steam Room

  • Sauna

  • Cold Plunge Pool

  • Poolside Shower

  • Water Features

  • Relaxing Poolside Seating

  • Poolside Bar




Treatments and Prices

  • full body deep tissue - £85/60 minutes

  • back massage - £60/30 minutes

  • pregnancy massage - £85/60 minutes

  • Indian head massage - £50

  • body nectarnourishing wrap - £85

  • salt scrub - £60

  • facials - £55-90

  • manicure - £40

  • pedicure - £40




Why not stay overnight at Lakes Hotel and Spa?


For access to the spa you have to be a hotel guest. Spa access is complimentary with every hotel booking but treatments are an additional cost. Enjoy a night away in this spa hotel with a poolside bar and a Bentley chauffeur - book your stay at Lakes Hotel and Spa here!







13) Rothay Garden Hotel and Riverside Spa


Where is it located?


Rothay Garden Hotel is situated in the stunning village of Grasmere. Grasmere is famous for its gingerbread and neighbours popular lakeland destinations such as Rydal and Ambleside. The hotel's spa facilities and treatments are exclusive to guest - book your stay at the Rothay Garden Hotel here!




Facilities

  • hydrospa

  • herbal pine sauna

  • aroma-room

  • heated infra-red loungers

  • two monsoon feature-shower




Treatments and Prices

  • room service massage, aromatherapy or sports physio - available upon request

  • 45 minute back massage - £65

  • 60 minute Swedish massage - £75

  • 90 minute full body - £95

  • 60 minute aromatherapy massage - £80



Book your night away at Rothay Garden Hotel!


Gain access to the spa's facilities and treatments as an add on to your stay at the Rothay hotel. It's perfect location aids relaxation along with the possibilities of explore more of the Lake District - book your stay at Rothay Garden Hotel and Lakeside Spa here!







14) Another Place


Where is it located?


Another Place is set in 18 acres of countryside with a private shore providing private access to Ullswater. Its impressive 20 metre pool is surrounded by 2 walls of floor-to-ceiling windows so you can look out onto the surrounding countryside.




Facilities

  • Swim Club

  • 20 metre lake-view swimming pool

  • sauna

  • outdoor hot tub

  • cardio room




Spa Day Packages


1) Day membership- £110

  • access to swim club

  • access to facilities

2) Day membership with lunch - £120

  • access to swim club

  • access to facilities

  • 60 minute treatment

  • one-course lunch

3) Swim and dine - £55 6:30pm Sunday to Thursday

  • evening in swim club

  • access to 20 metre pool

  • access to outdoor hot tub

  • 3 course dinner







Why not stay overnight at Another Place?


With the hotel located in Ullswater there is a lot tof water activities to try and hiking trails to complete. Why not extend your stay to make the most of your time in this area of the Lake District - book your stay at Another Place here!







15) White Water Hotel and Spa


Where is it located?


White Water Hotel and Spa is in a village called Backborrow which is situated on the River Leven.




Facilities

  • Outdoor Jacuzzi

  • Hamam Steam Room

  • Sauna




Spa Day Packages


1) Spa with afternoon tea

  • full access to leisure and spa facilities

  • afternoon tea

  • one 30 minute treatment from a choice of: pedicure, manicure, full body massage, or facial

2) Weekend escape

  • 2x 30 minute treatments from a choice of: manicure, pedicure, scalp neck and shoulder massage, or a facial

  • full access to leisure and spa facilities

  • afternoon tea

3) Pure pampering

  • 60 minute full body massage

  • full access to leisure and spa facilities

  • afternoon tea

4) Spa and fitness day pass

Adult - £15

Child - £5

  • access to swim club

  • access to facilities



Why not stay overnight at White Water Hotel and Spa?



Extend your stay along the river and relax overnight - book your stay at White Water Hotel and Spa here!






16) Damson Dene Hotel


Where is it located?


This hotel is situated in the countryside of Crosthwaite. Crosthwaite is a small village in the south of the Lake District National Park just under 7 miles away from Lake Windermere.





Facilities

  • Heated swimming pool

  • Jacuzzi

  • Sauna

  • Steam Room

  • Small Gym


Day Pass


Spa and fitness day pass

Adult - £7.95

Child - £4.95

  • access to the pool facilities

  • access to gym and leisure club facilities

There is also a range of health and beauty treatments available for guests - see the treatment menu here!




Why not stay overnight at Damson Dene Hotel?


Damson Dene has a range of rooms including hot tub cabins. Why not extent your stay and book a night in a private cabin with your own hot tub to continue the spa theme - book your stay at Damson Dene Hotel here!







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I hope you found this post useful in finding the perfect Lake District Spa for you.


The Lake District is its own world of natural beauty within the United Kingdom. It is the perfect refreshing place to have a relaxing escape from a busy lifestyle, treat yourself!


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