A wooden pier extending into calm water, with a sailboat in the distance and hills in the background.

Cheap Hotels & Resorts in Waterhead from NZ$159

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Waterhead Cheap Hotels

This weekend
10 Jul - 12 Jul
Next weekend
17 Jul - 19 Jul

Our top choices for Waterhead cheap hotels

Bar (on property)

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
4.0 star property
Ambleside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (357 reviews)
"We had a fabulous room overlooking the river. The amenities were great, and the breakfast was substantial."
Australia
Megan
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
Lounge

YHA Ambleside - Hostel

YHA Ambleside - Hostel
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Clean room, great amenities, lovely bar."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
YHA Ambleside - Hostel
Exterior

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group

Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (309 reviews)
"Lovely room, great location with easy parking & a great full breakfast!"
United Kingdom
Jade
The price is NZ$374
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Wateredge Inn- The Inn Collection group
Boating

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (530 reviews)
"Breakfast was perfect, freshly cooked self serve at the water head across the road, great service and very helpful."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn
Lake

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn
4.0 star property
Ambleside
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"Our room in the block across from the main inn was really good, clean and comfortable. It was very quiet and the breakfast was excellent."
United Kingdom
Colin
The price is NZ$327
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn
Suite (Hideaway Suite) | Living area

Hideaway Suite

Hideaway Suite
2.0 star property
Ambleside
The price is NZ$422
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Hideaway Suite
Interior

Betamere

Betamere
2.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is NZ$1,071
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Betamere
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

High Borrans

High Borrans
2.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is NZ$1,013
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
High Borrans
Property grounds

Sethera

Sethera
3.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is NZ$1,168
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Sethera
Property grounds

Waterhead Retreat

Waterhead Retreat
2.5 star property
Ambleside
The price is NZ$1,538
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Waterhead Retreat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Top Waterhead Hotel Reviews

The Daffodil Hotel

The Daffodil Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This is an older hotel in a gorgeous location right on Grasmere Lake. The interior has been modernized, which some traditionalists lament, but it is very comfortable. There is humorous, whimsical art throughout the facility. The large spa is a real plus. Breakfasts are ample and offer plenty of options. Large bathtubs in the rooms are very nice. Our shower stall often smelled musty, but this could be relieved by leaving the door open. A full length mirror in each room would be a good addition. If space is a concern, it could even be placed on the back of a closet door. All in all, a beautiful place in a prime location. We would stay here again."
JOHN 7-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
The Daffodil Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Waterhead like for travellers on a budget?
Discover discount places to stay in Waterhead on Expedia.com and book a holiday that sticks within your budget. Waterhead is a destination that travellers visit for its fantastic dining options and lakeside setting. You can browse a wide range of accommodation options with Member Prices to score great deals and earn rewards. Guided by our site's helpful page filters, you can limit results by your price range, or by popular amenities like free breakfast and free parking. Or, try refining your search with the location filters to see affordable options around local attractions, such as Lake Windermere or Ambleside Pier. While you browse, use the heart button to keep track of your favourites so that you can find them later when you're ready to decide. Need a flight or a car for your trip? Choose from the travel packages offered under Bundle and Save and discover big savings by booking transport at the same time.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Waterhead?
Based on our traveller reviews, YHA Ambleside - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Waterhead?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Waterhead, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Waterhead is 1552 mm.
What is there to see and do in Waterhead?
Waterhead attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and lakeside setting, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Lake Windermere, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Borrans Park and Grizedale Forest, or check out the area's cultural spots like Beatrix Potter Gallery.