Patterdale Hotel  

The staff were friendly and helpful - the meals were excellent, just as described on their website, well presented and well served. The breakfast was enhanced by the fact that the plates were pre-warmed so the food kept hot longer. There was all that was needed in the bedroom / en-suite bathroom facilities to ensure a comfortable stay.

It wasn't actually that we didn't like it, but considerations for future use as we plan to go again. 1) Guests are given an opportunity to choose the time for their evening meal and as we are an older couple it would have been better to pick a later time as earlier meal times have a number of children present. 2) There is an entertainer in the bar on Saturday evenings and whilst she might suit some people she definately wasn't our 'cup of tea' and it seems that others thought so too. It seems a shame that this was situated in the bar area so it meant that others vacated it.

Staff were very accomodating and friendly and an asset to their company,and happy at their work, the atmosphere was warm & inviteing,the food was really good and plenty of choice, location of the hotel was excellant for walking and the great outdoors, yes as one review complained of "squeeky floorboards" very true but on the age of the hotel, "its called character" all in all we'll give it 9 out of 10 & £ for £ its definately worth it

The service was excellent and the staff made us feel very welcome. The location was perfect for a peaceful break. Meal times were very organised and the food was lovely with a great choice on the evening menu. We will definately come again and would highly recommend it.

Breakfast is yummy! The view/location is lovley! Staff are always willing to help and friendly!

The impersonal dinner experience a bit like being on a coveyor belt . If you get given room 217 change it you have a view of a rock and listening to an extractor fan from 17:30!

The staff were very friendly & helpful

There was not a night porter but we were provided with a key to gain access.

We entered the hotel a polite, friendly lady gave us our key and told us about the hotel and what could be provided. The room was clean, warm and comfortable with ensuite, television and tea facilities. The food was adequate and staff were efficient.The breakfast provided full English and cereals, juice ect. The bar was comfortable and had real ale. The area is beautiful. We walked up Helvellyn and had some fantastic views. We also went on the Ulleswater steamer. There are shops nearby which sell local craft ware. When we left the hotel and gave in our keys we were asked about our stay and if we had any problems.

Excellent value staff very friendly and effiecent good food location

Depending on which room you stay in it can be noisy in the morning at 5/6am.

the hotel was in peaceful surroundings the food was very tasty and rooms very clean staff very efficient and polite v ery comfortable hotel to relax in plenty of walks and a well stocked village shop

The walks from the hotel were our main priority,but it turned out to be a most enjoyable holiday.The staff from the bottom to the top were very courteous and obliging.Meals were delicious,we were there for 10 days and never had the same meal twice and the waitresses never kept you waiting and never left finished plates on the table they were cleared immediately No wonder most people we spoke to were on a return visit ,we wouldn't hesitate to stay here again

The staff were very friendly and pleasant. The food was excellent. The whole hotel was really warm and comfortable and the coffee and hot mince pies served in the lounge were a lovely touch and most welcome after returning from a 10 mile hike.

If I had to make one negative comment it would be that the evening meals felt a little rushed with no time between courses. However whilst we were there the hotel was extremely busy and I realise this must be necessary to ensure everyone is able to eat at a reasonable time.

Location was excellent for the fells; within walking distance to key routes. Staff excellent and have pride in their work, many spoke English as a second language. Dinner Bed Breakfast excellent value includes 3 courses and unlimited coffee in a seperate lounge, The food was simple and adequate after strenuous walking.

Signs off recent refurbishment and modernisation. Overall a confusion of styles with some areas looking tired. The lounge lacked soul and was filled with identical small fireside chairs, had the appearence of a rest home

I think it was a nice hotel,food was good and the staff where very nice.

Good food good service ideal location for walking