About this property

In the village of Elterwater, this traditional Lakeland inn offers real ales and home-cooked food, in the heart of the Lake District. Lake Windermere is just 3 miles away. Each homely room at The Britannia has a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Dating back over 400 years, The Britannia Inn has oak beams and open fires. A varied menu of both traditional and unique dishes is available, using local produce when possible. In the evening, advance booking is recommended.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Harry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent breakfast and good evening meals, great location
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Oldy Lakeland inn, beautiful village , excellent breakfast and smiley service
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was perfect. Room was comfortable and clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The food was excellent and the atmosphere great. Really enjoyed our stay.
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    1st time staying at the Britannia Inn. The setting speaks for itself but the hotel was lovely and clean and our room was lovely and cool. The food was excellent. For us it was the staff. Nothing was too much trouble, friendly and attentive.
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A cosy & authentic Lakeland Inn. The staff were friendly & welcoming. The food is excellent.
  • Elaine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was delicious as always and location exactly where we wanted to be.
  • Val
    Tanzania Tanzania
    Love the ambience, service and location of the pub. Also my historical connection!
  • Liz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Another return to this lovely old Inn in a fabulous location
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful, authentic pub. Very popular which is always a good sign! Fantastic staff, all very friendly and made us feel very welcome. Extremely dog friendly. A big thank you to the gentleman at breakfast who even provided a sausage for our dog at...
  • Lorna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It is a beautiful old building and the rooms where beautiful and very comfortable

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:30 to 23:30
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
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