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A stone building with ivy-covered walls and multiple windows.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A modern treehouse bedroom with a glass door, a wooden deck, and a bed with white bedding.

A person sitting by a window reading a book, with a vase and a mirror on the windowsill.

1. Victorian House

0.4 km from Helm Crag

Elaine

2.468.599 ₫

2.962.319 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A stone building with a sign reading "GRASMERE BREWERY."

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a green landscape with trees and a mountain in the background.

A stone building with a sign reading 'Lake View Country House.'

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bookshelf filled with books.

2. Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments

0.3 km from Helm Crag

Harry

3.471.946 ₫

4.166.335 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hot tub in an outdoor setting with a wooden pergola overhead.

A kitchen pantry with shelves stocked with food items, a bowl of fruit, and a cutting board with vegetables.

A spacious living room with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and large windows.

A four-poster bed with wooden posts and a white mattress, a small bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with blinds.

3. Moss Grove Organic

0.2 km from Helm Crag

Kevin

3.979.188 ₫

4.775.163 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a stone wall and a white building with a traditional design.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with multiple taps, a beer tap labeled "Lakeland Summit," and a display of various liquor bottles.

A bar area with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and a bar counter with various bottles.

4. The Britannia Inn

2.7 km from Helm Crag

Simon

4.150.956 ₫

4.981.285 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A large stone building with a covered patio area, featuring multiple windows and a chimney.

A cozy room with wooden paneling, a fireplace, leather seating, and a chandelier.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. Large windows provide natural light and views of greenery outside.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, shelves with bottles, glasses, and a map on the counter.

5. YHA Langdale - Hostel

2.2 km from Helm Crag

Mark

1.116.495 ₫

1.339.794 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A large stone building with multiple windows and a courtyard.

A hot tub with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden wall with built-in lighting.

A spa area with a hot tub, a towel with a label, and a person in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden desk, and a chair.

6. The Daffodil Hotel

0.8 km from Helm Crag

4.401.394 ₫

5.281.879 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hot tub with water jets, surrounded by large windows offering a view of a green landscape.

A hot tub with water jets in a room with large windows overlooking a grassy area.

A traditional stone building with a green roof, a well-maintained lawn, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

A riverside building with a stone wall, a wooden deck, and a view of the river.

7. Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

0.7 km from Helm Crag

meara

4.843.870 ₫

5.812.644 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A well-maintained garden with outdoor seating, a staircase, and a variety of trees.

A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a menu board.

A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and a variety of bar stools.

A room with a wooden cabinet, floral chairs, a round table, and a patterned carpet.

8. The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

1 km from Helm Crag

Martin

3.693.021 ₫

4.431.625 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

9. Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

3.2 km from Helm Crag

Matthew

3.077.403 ₫

3.692.884 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A house with a gravel driveway, a wooden fence, and a door.

A kitchen with blue cabinets, a window, and a stone wall.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a staircase, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a wooden table, and a comfortable sofa.

10. Acorn Cottage

0.3 km from Helm Crag

16.585.960 ₫

19.903.152 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A large, historic stone house with multiple chimneys, surrounded by autumn foliage and a mountainous backdrop.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows with curtains.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A wooden staircase with a view of a room below, a window with a plant, and patterned wallpaper.

11. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

0.5 km from Helm Crag

Jun Kyeoung

916.213 ₫

1.099.318 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A garden with various plants and flowers, a stone wall, and a white house with a stone roof in the background.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table set for four, and a window with curtains.

A stone house with multiple windows, a small wooden door, and a bench in the yard.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable brown leather sofa.

12. Dove Holme Cottage

0.7 km from Helm Crag

23.652.514 ₫

28.383.017 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A wooden exterior with a stone wall and a metal staircase leading to a wooden deck.

A high-ceilinged staircase with striped carpeting and white railings.

A stone building with a wooden structure adjacent to it, featuring a stone facade, a wooden door, and a small porch.

A modern living room with a grey sofa set, a coffee table with a natural wood top, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

13. Le Chalet

2.6 km from Helm Crag

57.408.447 ₫

68.890.136 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A dining area with multiple tables set for meals, large windows with curtains, and decorative wall elements.

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two fluffy pillows, and a pair of folded towels on the bed.

A stone building with multiple windows, a sign for Norwood House, and a Hillsdale Bed & Breakfast sign.

A tranquil lake with a wooden dock and a forested mountain in the background.

14. Hillsdale in Ambleside

Ambleside Town Centre, 5 km from Helm Crag

Caroline

3.635.765 ₫

4.362.918 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden chairs, a wicker basket, and a caution sign.

A bar area with wooden bar counter, stone flooring, and a stone wall in the background.

A wooden door with a sign reading "BOWFELL 295ft." and a bed with white bedding and pillows.

A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a bar area.

15. Queens Head Hotel

8.6 km from Helm Crag

Dennis

3.504.076 ₫

4.204.891 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A house with a pathway leading to it, surrounded by trees.

A living room with a fireplace, sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A house with a driveway leading to a gated entrance, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a wooden wardrobe.

16. Briery Wood Country House Hotel

7.7 km from Helm Crag

kay

2.340.258 ₫

2.808.309 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a red awning.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a wall with a leaf pattern.

A copper bathtub in a room with a wooden floor, a fur rug, a small lantern, and a dark wooden cabinet with a gold lock.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a window with a view, and a wooden accent wall.

17. The Hive at Poppi Red

9.4 km from Helm Crag

George

2.065.952 ₫

2.479.143 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A cozy restaurant with wooden floors, leather seating, and a bar area.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pergola structure.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, multiple taps, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A stone building with multiple windows and a sign reading "The Coniston Inn."

18. The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

10.2 km from Helm Crag

Ece

2.840.683 ₫

3.408.820 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A cozy dining area with a fireplace, wooden chairs, and a plaid carpet.

A close-up of a dish with sesame seeds and green garnish.

A building with a sign reading "The Red Lion Inn."

A room with a wooden bookshelf, a leather chair, and a menu on the table.

19. Red Lion Inn

9.4 km from Helm Crag

Steven

2.582.439 ₫

3.098.927 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A cozy living room with a brick wall, a leather sofa with striped cushions, a small wooden table with a dish, and a kitchen in the background.

A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, sink, and stove.

A compact living space with a sofa, a glass dining table, and a kitchenette in the background.

A living room with a leather sofa, a coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a brick wall.

20. Bluebird Loft

10.3 km from Helm Crag

Jill

12.497.285 ₫

14.996.742 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Helm Crag

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Victorian House	9.6 Exceptional 333 reviews	View
Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 109 reviews	View
Moss Grove Organic	9.4 Exceptional 70 reviews	View
The Britannia Inn	9.4 Exceptional 88 reviews	View
YHA Langdale - Hostel	9.2 Wonderful 34 reviews	View

Top Helm Crag Hotel Reviews

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable stay Highly recommended and intend to stay again next year"

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the balcony,more like a little garden. Very comfortable stay,spa bath in room was a nice surprise. Spa facilities were good amazing ❤️"

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in one of more scenic values of the lakes, and right on the route of the Cumbria Way as well as shorter day walk routes. The room was clean and comfortable with a lovely view. The staff were welcoming and dinner and breakfast were good."

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"A really great hotel within easy walking distance of the shops and eateries. Friendly staff, tastt breakfast, our room was comfortable and well-equipped with comolimentary G&T! We had a balcony over looking the gardens and we used the bijou space when we arrived, all rather lovely."

Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully maintained holiday property in a lovely spot with private access to Grasmere lake. Really helpful staff and good flexibility around parking times. Highly recommend."

Victorian House

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent welcome very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely breakfast. Great location."

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was delicious with a good selection and good hot food"

The Britannia Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, helpful staff and excellent food."

Crow How Country Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent accommodation. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this accommodation. The room was spacious and clean. The staff were friendly and very helpful. We'll be back :)"

Other attractions near Helm Crag

Dove Cottage

9.2/10 (36 reviews)

Find out about the history of Grasmere when you spend time at Dove Cottage. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

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St Oswald's Church

After visiting St Oswald's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Grasmere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Cocoa Hearts

Enjoy an outing to Cocoa Hearts during your stay in Grasmere. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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The Herdy Shop

Enjoy an outing to The Herdy Shop during your stay in Grasmere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Faeryland

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Faeryland, a lovely green space in Grasmere. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Grasmere Showground

Learn about the events happening in Grasmere Showground during your trip to Grasmere. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

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Wordsworth Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Wordsworth Museum during your trip to Grasmere. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Grasmere

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Grasmere during your travels in Grasmere. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Helm Crag?

Helm Crag is located in a welcoming area of Grasmere known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 197 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels are there near Helm Crag?

Expedia has 197 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Helm Crag.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Helm Crag, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Helm Crag.

What can I see and do near Helm Crag?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Wordsworth Museum and Armitt Museum and Library. Dove Cottage, Rydal Mount and Wray Castle are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Hellvellyn, Easdale Tarn or Tarn Hows.

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Our top choices for Helm Crag hotels

1. Victorian House

2. Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments

3. Moss Grove Organic

4. The Britannia Inn

5. YHA Langdale - Hostel

6. The Daffodil Hotel

7. Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

8. The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

9. Rydal Hall Christian Retreat

10. Acorn Cottage

11. YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

12. Dove Holme Cottage

13. Le Chalet

14. Hillsdale in Ambleside

15. Queens Head Hotel

16. Briery Wood Country House Hotel

17. The Hive at Poppi Red

18. The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group

19. Red Lion Inn

20. Bluebird Loft

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Top Helm Crag Hotel Reviews

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe - Hostel

Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotels

Lake View Country House and Self-catering Apartments

Victorian House

The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group

The Britannia Inn

Crow How Country Guest House

Other attractions near Helm Crag

Dove Cottage

St Oswald's Church

Cocoa Hearts

The Herdy Shop

Faeryland

Grasmere Showground

Wordsworth Museum

Grasmere

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