Whitewater Hotel

Whitewater Hotel frequently asked questions

Who owns the Whitewater Hotel?

Now under the ownership of Heritage Resorts, owners of five tourist resorts in Southern Spain, the Whitewater Hotel and Leisure Club is now one of the leading hotels of the region

How do you get to the Whitewater Hotel?

On the banks of the River Leven in the heart of the Southern Lake District, the Whitewater Hotel is located in Backbarrow, Newby Bridge just one mile south of the world famous Lake Windermere and the market town of Ulverston.

By car the beautiful Lakeland Village can be found a mere 20-minute drive from the M6 Motorway. Take junction 36 and follow the A590 to Barrow. Just through Newby Bridge there is a stretch of dual carriageway which ends with a sharp bend to the left. A few hundred yards along the straight that follows, the Whitewater Hotel and Lakeland Village is the turning on the right. There is parking available for guests, which includes accessible parking.

By train you can get from London Euston to the Lake District in two hours and 34 minutes.

What is included in a spa day at Whitewater Hotel?

What is included in a spa day at Whitewater Hotel depends on the experience that you book. Facilities include an outdoor Jacuzzi, Hamam steam room, and sauna, indoor heated swimming pool, modern gym, tennis courts, and fitness classes. There are 12 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis products in a collection of face and body treatments.

What is near Whitewater Hotel?

Located in the Lake District, Whitewater Hotel is in an ideal location for combining pampering with local exploration. Nearby attractions include:

• The World of Beatrix Potter
• Lakeland Maze Farm
• Lakes Aquarium
• Lakeland Wildlife Oasis
• Levens Hall and Gardens
• Holker Hall and Gardens
• Coniston Steam Yacht Gondola
• Wordsworth Museum

When was Whitewater Hotel built?

The hotel building is steeped in history, with roots as a Tudor-era corn mill, before being a Reckitts Ultramarine pigment factory making the world famous 'Dolly Blue'. It opened as a hotel in 1984.

What amenities does Whitewater Hotel have?

A four-star hotel with 38 rooms, Whitewater Hotel is a relaxed hotel in the Lake District. The Riverside Restaurant is famous for its high standards and British fare. There is an elegant Lounge and Bar with a comprehensive snack menu and a specially selected list of wines and beverages. The Dolly Blue Bar and its inviting beer garden offer the perfect retreat for both relaxation and socialising.

Facilities include an outdoor Jacuzzi, Hamam steam room, and sauna, indoor heated swimming pool, modern gym, tennis courts, and fitness classes. There are 12 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis products in a collection of face and body treatments.

Accessible facilities include:

• Due to the age of the building, there are some physical limitations to accessibility.
• They request that anyone wishing to stay inform them of any additional needs or requirements.
• Their reservations team know the building well, so should be able to advise on which would be the most suitable room for your stay.
• The Reception desk and Lounge bar are on one level, accessed from the front of the building. They offer luggage assistance, and you may leave luggage in your car or in reception if needed.
• Most of their bedrooms within the hotel building are accessed via stairs. There is a lift but this is down a flight of stairs. They have two rooms on the ground floor, one of which has a wet room, these rooms can accommodate up to three guests. From these rooms you can access the Riverside Restaurant and Dolly Blue Bar via the lift right near the rooms.
• They have one disabled toilet in the reception area.
• There are smoke detectors, alarms and emergency lighting throughout the hotel.
• They are happy to cater for allergies and specific food tolerances. Please note they cannot guarantee for trace elements as their kitchen handles all types of food.
• Assistance Dogs are welcome in all areas of the hotel.

What are the food and drink options at Whitewater Hotel?

The Riverside Restaurant is famous for its high standards and British fare. There is an elegant Lounge and Bar with a comprehensive snack menu and a specially selected list of wines and beverages. The Dolly Blue Bar and its inviting beer garden offer the perfect retreat for both relaxation and socialising.

How many treatment rooms are there at Whitewater Hotel?

There are 12 treatment rooms where therapists use Elemis products in a collection of face and body treatments.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in is at 3pm and check-out is 11am. Leisure facilities are open from 7am to 9.30pm Monday to Friday and Saturdays from 7.30am to 7.30pm, while spa opening times are 10am to 6pm. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.