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The Howbeck & The Retreat In WindermereNew Rd, Windermere, LA23 2LA (Show map)
Fabulous,
Score from 29 reviews
“ I loved everything. The staff were absolutely fabulous. The nicest people, warm welcome, excellent service in the dining room. They couldn't do enough for you. All our needs were taken care of it was a very relaxing stay. We would recommend this hotel to anyone. ”
Jackie,
Durham
In the beautiful Lake District, just a short walk from Windermere, this luxury bed and breakfast has beautifully appointed rooms, all with a modern, original bathroom and free Wi-Fi. The Howbeck is only a 2-minute walk from the main village which has many shops and good restaurants and bistros. Windermere Steamboats and Museum and the market towns of Kendal and Keswick are amongst many things to visit in the area. The Howbeck Guest House also has special arrangements with some local restaurants for its guests and can make reservations on their behalf. Guests are offered a free 2-hour pass for use of the Old England Hotel’s swimming pool, gym, sauna and steam room, which is just a 15-minute walk away. A 10% discount voucher is also available for guests wanting to book a spa treatment at the Old England. Hotel Rooms: 11 The most recent booking for this hotel was made on 21 May at 15:34 from United Kingdom.
GeneralRestaurant, Bar, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Express check-in/check-out, Safety deposit box, Heating, Design hotel, Luggage storage, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout ActivitiesSauna, Fitness centre, Golf course (within 3 km), Massage, Hot tub, Canoeing, Indoor pool ServicesBridal suite, Fax/photocopying
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Total Hotel Score:8.7
Based on 29 reviews Guest reviews are written by our customers after their stay at The Howbeck & The Retreat In Windermere. |
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Damian
Young couple
Manchester,
United Kingdom
May 20, 2013
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Clean accomodation, friendly staff Room was right by the front door. Could here everyone as they were leaving and entering the building late at night. Disturbed by people who were up early for breakfast as could hear everything from the hall/ reception area. Although was a nice B & B very overpriced
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7.9 |
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John
Mature couple
East Kilbride,
United Kingdom
May 10, 2013
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Friendly staff Lovely room with 4 poster bed Excellent luxury bathroom the spa bath Location close to centre of town traffic noise - no double glazing
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9.6 |
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Justin
Young couple
Aspatria,
United Kingdom
April 29, 2013
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Upon entering we felt welcome and at home. The interior was to an immaculate standard and the staff were excellent.
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10 |
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Nancy
Mature couple
Airdrie,
United Kingdom
April 19, 2013
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Comfortable, welcoming with friendly staff. Felt advert misleading as initially thought I had booked spa hotel.
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8.8 |
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Amy
Young couple
London,
United Kingdom
March 12, 2013
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We had such a lovely weekend. All of the staff were friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. We felt relaxed from the moment we set foot in the hotel and the offer of a cup of tea while we filled in relevant paperwork was just a lovely touch which made such an impression. The beds were comfy and tastefully decorated. We bought some wine and they kindly let us borrow an ice bucket and glasses. The breakfast was superbly cooked and there was a good choice of options. It was all simply perfect. There was nothing I didn't like, we only wished we could have stayed longer.
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10 |
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Leon
Family with young children
Warrington,
United Kingdom
March 6, 2013
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Staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. We will be going back. The room we originally booked on the booking.com website was actually very small and poky and not how the photos perceive it to be.
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8.8 |
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Jackie
Mature couple
durham,
United Kingdom
January 25, 2013
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I loved everything. The staff were absolutely fabulous. The nicest people, warm welcome, excellent service in the dining room. They couldn't do enough for you. All our needs were taken care of it was a very relaxing stay. We would recommend this hotel to anyone. There was nothing negative I could say.
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10 |
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Geoff
Young couple
Harlow,
United Kingdom
January 3, 2013
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The staff were very welcoming and couldn't do enough for us. The breakfast was very nice too. We will be visiting The Howbeck again.
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9.2 |
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Hao
Group of friends
edinburgh,
United Kingdom
October 7, 2012
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The wooden floor too noisy. The water of shower too cold and too strong.
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5 |
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Aimee
Young couple
Leicester,
United Kingdom
October 2, 2012
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The location was fantastic, a 2 min walk to Windermere shops/pubs/restaurants, and a 10 min walk to bowness. The staff were VERY accommodating, and could not do enough to help us. Breakfast was fantastic, beautiful decor, and the spa bath in the rooms is brilliant! An all round fantastic hotel and holiday.
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10 |
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Adam
Family with young children
Chattisham, Suffolk,
United Kingdom
September 19, 2012
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Polite staff. The sherry was a nice touch. Broken tiles in the bathroom and a little mould. A few stains on the carpets in the bedroom.
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6.3 |
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Elaine
Mature couple
saltburn by the sea,
United Kingdom
September 13, 2012
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the style of the rooms. I wanted ultimate luxury and found in the retreat. The bed was very comfortable and loved the bathroom just beautiful .
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8.5 |
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Trevor
Mature couple
Holywood,
United Kingdom
August 30, 2012
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cleanliness Hostile reception - considered not booking in Damp bed Cold room Rebuffed when requested heat to be turned on in room Minimalist breakfast Chided for parking inappropriately (for less than 5 minutes) No assistance with luggage Over priced and over sold
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4.2 |
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Natalie
Family with young children
Wigan,
United Kingdom
August 27, 2012
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Room was spotless, fantastic comfy bed. Staff really helpful and friendly. Really good breakfast.
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10 |
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Marriam
Young couple
London,
United Kingdom
July 23, 2012
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The 4 poster bed was big n comfy. Staff were really welcoming, location just right.
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9.6 |
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Kenneth
Mature couple
Guadiaro,
Spain
July 12, 2012
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Clean and friendly atmosphere for a guest house. Wifi connections in bedroom not as efficient as should be and cost of room high for what was received.
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7.1 |
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James
Young couple
Flockton,
United Kingdom
June 13, 2012
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friendly staff, good location. price was good compared to some. anythign cheaper was allot lower standard
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9.6 |
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Mrs.
Young couple
Bolton,
United Kingdom
May 22, 2012
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The rooms were lovely and very comfortable the breakfast was lovely I didnt like how the advertise the hotel on line it makes you think they have the Spa and pool on site? Thus I thought the price of £162.50 per night was a little more than it should have been . the Old England Hotel where the pool and Spa were was cheaper to stay. All in all I thought it was a very nice bed and breakfast I wouldnt really stay there again.
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7.5 |
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Jameel
Mature couple
الرياض,
Saudi Arabia
April 30, 2012
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رائع جدا أنصحه به بشده
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10 |
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Anonymous
Group of friends
United Kingdom
September 2, 2012
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very good quality furnishings. excellent breakfast.
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9.2 |
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Anonymous
Young couple
United Kingdom
February 23, 2013
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Very friendly staff, huge choice of very good breakfasts, comfortable room. The room was on the ground floor at the front of the bnb right by reception so not very private, could hear everyone coming and going and receptions conversations
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8.8 |
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Anonymous
Young couple
United Kingdom
January 23, 2013
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The staff were very friendly and couldn't do enough to assist us. The breakfast was a great start to the day! We stayed in the meregill room, very noisy. It's situated above the utility and kitchen so you get plenty of noise from there, and just pray you so not get a chap snooring in the room next to you! The jets in the bath had not been cleaned out so when my partner turned them on out came hair and dirt from other guests. Not pleasant!
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7.1 |
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Anonymous
Young couple
United Kingdom
February 19, 2013
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The staff were a credit to the stay couldn't be any more helpful or pleasant. The huge bed in the retreat and the air bath are to did for. Although i would stop there again there were a few things i didn't like. The t.V in the bathroom didn't work on certain channels and when it did it would jump. Squeaky doors! Bathroom. So loud at night time. And just general attention to detail as its become a bit weathered now.
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8.3 |
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Allen
Mature couple
cramlington,
United Kingdom
April 3, 2012
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10 |
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Mayuko
Family with older children
Canterbury,
United Kingdom
June 3, 2012
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There are no comments available for this review |
9.6 |
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