Lodges With Hot Tubs in North of England

Picture it: you've walked the fells all day, the light is dropping over the lake, and you're lowering yourself into a steaming private hot tub on your own deck. That's the draw of a hot tub lodge break in the North of England, and few parts of the country do it better. Between the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, the North York Moors and the long Northumberland coast, there's a landscape for every kind of weekend.

This guide to lodges with hot tubs in the North of England walks through each area, with the lodges worth looking at and the practical bits that matter when you book. If you already know where you're heading, jump straight to our pages for Cumbria, North Yorkshire, Northumberland or County Durham.

Which lodges with hot tubs in the North of England should you look at first?

Every lodge below has a hot tub of its own, with no sharing and no rota. They're a handful from across the region, picked to show the range: a family-sized Scandinavian lodge near the Yorkshire coast, a woodland retreat for two above Windermere, and a boutique cluster close to Durham.

Dog-Friendly 3-Bedroom Hot Tub Lodge, Great Ayton, North Yorkshire

Great Ayton, on the edge of the North York Moors - sleeps up to 8 - pets welcome

A family-friendly, pet friendly, three-floor timber lodge with a decked veranda, a hammock and a private hot tub with robes provided. It sleeps eight plus up to two dogs, and there's even a dedicated "Doghouse" space outside. You're close to Roseberry Topping and the coast at Whitby and Saltburn, so there's a walk or a beach whichever way the weather turns.

2-Bedroom Hot Tub Lodge, Welburn, North Yorkshire

Welburn, in the Howardian Hills AONB - sleeps up to 4 - pets welcome - romantic

This luxury lodge sits about fifty yards from the village pub, which is handy when nobody wants to drive. Inside there's a wood burner with the first logs supplied, and outside a sheltered patio, an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven, and the hot tub. It's a good one for couples or two pairs of friends.

1-Bedroom Hot Tub Cabin, Kinniside, Lake District

Ennerdale Bridge, western Lake District - sleeps up to 2 - romantic

A stunning retreat high on a hillside with fell and woodland views, this log cabin-style hideaway has a private hot tub and sauna, an outdoor kitchen and a fire pit in an enclosed garden. Red squirrels turn up in the garden, and the Coast to Coast walking route passes close by. Ennerdale Water is a short drive away, and it's a much quieter corner than the busy southern lakes.

Avon Wood, Newby Bridge, Lake Windermere

Newby Bridge, at the southern end of Windermere - sleeps up to 2 - adults only

A small, quiet, adults-only retreat of luxury lodges in natural forest woodland that slopes down towards Windermere. These lakeside lodges attract wildlife, with deer and red squirrels about. Every booking comes with a welcome pack, including robes and slippers, so it suits an anniversary or a proper switch-off weekend for two.

Haystax Holiday Lodges, Knitsley, County Durham

Knitsley, County Durham - sleeps up to 6 - pets welcome

Designed so everyone can enjoy them, these lodges have level-access floors, wide doorways, a wet room and an enclosed deck with a private hot tub. The park is a great choice for family stays, with a wild woodland play area, a forest school area and a coffee shop that's open Wednesday to Saturday, 10am to 3pm.

Durham Coastal Lodges, Haswell, near Durham

Haswell, a short drive from Durham city - sleeps up to 4 - luxury

A small cluster of boutique lodges, each with an outdoor hot tub, a wood-burning stove with logs, mood lighting and Wi-Fi. Patio doors open onto a large deck, and Durham Cathedral and Castle are close enough for a day out, and it's a luxury lodge retreat without a long drive.

Explore the Lake District on a Lodge Break

The Lake District National Park is England's largest, and it has the highest mountain too: Scafell Pike, at 978 metres. Walkers have routes for every level, from gentle lakeside paths to the long climb up Scafell Pike or the sharp ridges of Helvellyn. On the water, the Keswick Launch, the Ullswater Steamers and the Windermere ferry each give you a slow, quiet look at the fells from below.

Windermere is the largest natural lake in England, and Bowness-on-Windermere is the place to climb aboard a boat before wandering the Victorian streets. See more lodges with hot tubs in Keswick if you'd rather be on the northern lakes.

Families will love Beatrix Potter's Lake District: Hill Top, the farmhouse that inspired much of her work, is near Sawrey, and The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness is a firm family attraction.

Our guides to romantic getaways in the Lake District with hot tubs and dog friendly Lake District stays help narrow the search, and the full range sits on our Cumbria lodges with hot tubs page.

Northumberland Delights

Further north, close to the Scottish border, Northumberland is all big skies, empty beaches and castles. Alnwick Castle, home of the Duke of Northumberland, is a top attraction, with state rooms and the Poison Garden. The market town of Alnwick has cafés and pubs for the end of the day.

Walk the Northumberland Coast Path, a waymarked route of around 60 miles with sandy beaches, quiet coves and long sea views. Hadrian's Wall crosses the county too, and you can follow it between turrets and forts. At Seahouses, boats leave for the Farne Islands, where puffins nest in spring and summer, and the tidal Holy Island of Lindisfarne is a short drive away. Check the tide times before crossing.

Browse the Northumberland lodges with hot tubs page, or read about lodges around Wooler and camping pods in Northumberland.

County Durham and the North Pennines

County Durham packs in history and countryside. Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, has an Edwardian town, a Georgian farm and vintage trams that carry you round the site. Durham city is built around its Cathedral and Castle, with cobbled streets, independent restaurants and bars, and a good market.

Out in the North Pennines, a protected landscape of hills and river valleys, hike to High Force, where the River Tees plunges into a gorge. Seaham, on the coast, has limestone cliffs and plenty of pubs for lunch afterwards.

Lodges here tend to be quieter and often cheaper than the Lakes. See County Durham lodges with hot tubs or the lodges near Darlington and Teesside.

Lancashire: Coast, Castles and Morecambe Bay

Lancaster Castle has prison cells, collections and views over the River Lune. At the coast, Blackpool has its Pier, the Pleasure Beach rollercoasters and Blackpool Tower, and the Illuminations light up the promenade in autumn. Morecambe Bay is a vast estuary full of birdlife. Our Lancashire lodges with hot tubs page lists where to stay, and there are fishing lodges in Lancashire if you'd like a rod in the car.

Holiday Lodges in North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire is the busiest search we see for the North of England, and it's easy to see why. North Yorkshire has two national parks, a coast, a walled city and a string of market towns, so holiday lodges in North Yorkshire suit almost every break, and Yorkshire in general is the easiest place to start.

Walk up to the limestone pavement above Malham Cove in the Yorkshire Dales, or watch the triple drops at Aysgarth Falls. Brimham Rocks has strangely shaped rock formations, and the Forbidden Corner is a garden of tunnels, chambers and statues. The North York Moors National Park gives you heather moorland and miles of trails, and the seaside is a short drive away at Whitby and Scarborough.

York deserves a day. Climb the Central Tower of York Minster for views over the roofs, walk the medieval walls, and see Clifford's Tower, the remains of York Castle. The York Castle Museum has a reconstructed Victorian street. For a smaller town, try Harrogate or Thirsk.

Start with our North Yorkshire lodges with hot tubs, then read the top five lodges with hot tubs in Yorkshire or the romantic lodges in Yorkshire. Both are great countryside bases, with a pub in every village. There are also pages for the Yorkshire Dales and the Yorkshire Moors and Coast.

Choosing the Right Hot Tub Lodge

Different trips need different lodges. A few quick rules of thumb:

• Couples: go for a one-bedroom log cabin or an adults-only park, ideally with a wood burner.
• Families and groups: a family stay works best on a park with a play area, so check sleeping numbers carefully.
• Pet owners: filter for pet friendly lodges and read the rules on numbers.
• Anglers: several lodges sit close to fisheries, so see our fishing lodges in Yorkshire.

Sharing a larger lodge cuts the cost per person. Use the calculator below to see what it works out at.

What to Pack for a Hot Tub Break in the North

The weather changes quickly in the hills and on the coast, so pack for both a hot tub evening and a wet walk.

Best Time to Visit the North of England

A hot tub lodge works all year, and honestly the colder months are when the hot tub shines. The picker below gives a rough guide to each month.

Lodges with Hot Tubs in the North of England FAQs

Where can I find hot tub lodges in the North of England?

Every county in the region has them, with the biggest choice in North Yorkshire, Cumbria, County Durham and Northumberland. Use the county pages linked above to compare lodges in each area.

Are the hot tubs private?

The lodges listed here each have a private hot tub. Check the listing before you book.

Can I find cheap hot tub lodges in the North East?

County Durham and Northumberland tend to cost less than the Lake District, and midweek or low-season dates cost less again. Prices change by date, so check the live price on the lodge page.

Which area is best for a romantic hot tub break?

The Lake District, the North York Moors and the Howardian Hills all suit couples. Look for one-bedroom cabins, wood burners and adults-only parks such as Avon Wood.

Are there dog friendly lodges with hot tubs?

Yes, plenty, including the Great Ayton, Welburn and Haystax lodges above. Tick the pets filter when you search, and check the number of dogs allowed.

Can I take a hot tub break with a big group?

Yes. Some lodges sleep eight, and several lodges on one park can be booked together. See our big group stays in the Lake District.

Can I stay in Yorkshire for a short break?

Easily. Yorkshire is a quick drive from the motorway network, so a Friday-night arrival is realistic. Read our guide to lodges with hot tubs near you for more.

Ready to choose? Browse our latest hot tub lodge offers and pick the part of the North that fits your weekend.