Why Lodore Falls Hotel and Spa is the perfect Lake District wellness retreat

Set within the breathtaking Borrowdale Valley in the northern Lake District, Lodore Falls Hotel and Spa is a luxurious lakeside retreat surrounded by dramatic fells, and has stood proud for more than 200 years.

Country house hospitality

Today this warm and welcoming country house hotel fuses historic charm with stylish contemporary design and hospitality. From elegant lounges with open fires to the chic new spa building, every aspect of the hotel is designed to make you feel at home in its luxurious surroundings.

Exquisitely decorated, there are 87 rooms and suites, all decorated with soothing colours and high-class amenities. Many have views of the surrounding lakes and fells, and 23 of them are dedicated luxury spa suites – allowing you to stay just a robe’s length away from the spa for ultimate convenience.

The hotel is also proudly dog-friendly – a must in such prime walking territory – with select rooms where even four-legged friends are treated to a little luxury during their stay.

Dining with views of Derwentwater

When it comes to dining, expect an international journey for the tastebuds. Mizu is the hotel’s acclaimed pan-Asian restaurant, serving Japanese, Malaysian and Thai-inspired dishes, all set against the spectacular backdrop of the Lodore Falls waterfall.

Meanwhile, The Falls Brasserie serves modern British cuisine crafted from local ingredients in a chic yet casual setting. It’s an elegant dining space – complete with panoramic lake views.

For lighter fare and daytime refreshments, the Lake View lounge bar, cosy library lounges, conservatory and outdoor terrace are perfect spots to relax. Enjoy morning coffee, light lunches or evening cocktails in these inviting spaces while admiring views of the gardens and Derwentwater.

When the weather permits, you can dine al fresco on the terrace, and for an extra treat, be sure to experience the hotel’s beautifully presented afternoon tea, which offers a modern twist on a classic indulgence.

A spa sanctuary that's in tune with nature

When it comes to wellbeing, The Falls Spa is a calming retreat where nature, luxury and wellbeing come together. Purpose-built, with a view to embracing the beauty of the Lake District, every detail has been designed to help you switch off and connect to the landscape. Sink into the warmth of the spa pools or simply gaze out at the views from a poolside lounger - it's magical even (or especially) on the rainiest days.

The star of the show is the 16-metre outdoor hydrotherapy infinity pool – a spectacular spot to soak and unwind with neck massage jets, underwater loungers, and an overflow hot tub area that opens up to uninterrupted views of Derwentwater and Catbells. Nearby, a glass-fronted Finnish sauna and open-air drench bucket complete the invigorating outdoor experience.

Inside, the thermal suite invites you to move at your own pace through a laconium, aroma steam room, herbal sauna, salt steam room, ice fountain, drench showers and heated relaxation loungers. For something more immersive, the four-person rasul offers a traditional mud ritual – a wonderfully messy and detoxifying experience to enjoy with a friend or as a group of four.

Spa treatments are central to the spa experience. There are five treatment rooms where therapists use products by Elemis and ishga in a collection of therapies. There’s plenty of space to simply relax and soak up the scenery, not to mention a stylish Champagne bar serving light refreshments, so you never have to change out of your robe.