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Reviews of Windermere Hillthwaite Hotel 4 stars

Thornbarrow Road, Windermere, LA23 2DF, United Kingdom

#5 of 21 hotels in Windermere

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1104 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    8.0
    Great location with easy access to bars and restaurants within a 10 minute stroll
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very clean and the staff were nice. Lively decor and not too pricey. They left my husband a birthday card which was a nice touch.

    Lovely property. Only issue I had was the hill this was due to a slight knee injury. Be mindful, it’s a strap walk up if you struggle with mobility.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    It was a good stay, just unlucky with the breakfast and room. Staff were lovely and very attentive.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room had limited space but was clean. The mattress was not very comfortable.

    The breakfast was mediocre. Unfortunately, most ingredients were dry, as if they had been pre-cooked and left standing. We decided not to order from the cooked menu on the second day.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could do with complementary shampoo and conditioner. Only a bottle of combined shampoo and body wash attached to the wall.

    Lovely staff and well managed. Very clean. Beautiful interior design.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This hotel is lovely clean,modern with lovely views a bit of a walk away from the town centre but the hotel is beautiful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    8.0
    Was an excellent stay, and would love to come back again for longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Would be a hard one to answer as there wasn't anything that we didn't like, personally perhaps a little more variety on the menu at the hotel for breakfast and dinner but otherwise no issues.

    The food was extremely good, the staff were incredibly friendly and happy to help out, and the room we stayed in was really cosy and comfortable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    9.0
    Great stay, very welcoming and staff were very attentive. Food and drink great too.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanliness, very comfortable and relaxing

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Outstanding
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool could have been warmer and the steam room was out of service

    Specious room, outstandingly clean, very comfortable, fine food, friendly and accommodating staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room slightly too small and a little warm but didn’t detract from our stay

    Really clean hotel with good facilities, breakfast was great and staff were very nice

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    10
    Comfortable and homely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Occasion
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    10
    I’d like to start with the warm welcome we received as we arrived. The ambience was homely with a luxurious feel to it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    It had the most homely feeling. It was like coming to your country home.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was excellent and staff were really friendly and helpful..really warm cosy comfortable feeling to the hotel. Would definitely stay again 🙂

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    9.0
    Perfect and would definitely book to come back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steam room was not working and pool cool. No jacuzzi

    Breakfast was superb The room was spotlessly clean The staff were excellent Location was great, could leave car and walk to both Windermere and Bowness

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    10
    Great stay and location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff was brilliant, pool was small but okay for a quick dip, sauna was brilliant. Breakfast was 10/10. 100% I would stay again if I'm in the area.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful hotel and fabulous breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful hotel, amazing breakfast

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    10
    A lovely experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Occasion
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The service was amazing they were very attentive. At times, some staff were running around and were rushed which rubbed off on our experience. We understand that serving is fast paced but it made us a little uncomfortable, we don't mind waiting for food or drinks it's all a part of the experience.

    The hotel was very cosy and had a really relaxing vibe, and the log fire was lovely! The restaurant service was very good, and the food was absolutely delicious. The staff were very helpful, and the location was not very far from the town centre. The rooms were very spacious and the beds were like sleeping on clouds. The facilities were kept very clean and we loved the sauna and taking a dip in the pool.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    10
    Fantastic relaxation at its best. Amazing afternoon tea, friendly staff, beautiful place. Can’t wait to go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steam room not working 🥲

    Everything. Although hard to find initially, a little gem hidden away.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    8.0
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pool was very shallow.

    Breakfast was good, staff were very friendly and helpful. View was amazing.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Delicious breakfast and cosy rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t think of anything.

    The lady who met us at the reception was so welcoming and helpful. She gave us a great overview of the area and was very attentive to our requests. The restaurant staff were great! Special thanks to Claire. The breakfast food and the view from the restaurant were amazing. The rooms are nice and warm.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic luxury hotel, but let down by food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Occasion
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast process was fine (order tea coffee juice toast before sitting down), fresh toast and pastries too. You then order your main breakfast, which I ordered a full English. The food was not on par at all with the hotel itself - burned hash browns, undercooked sausage and mushroom, and scrambled egg was not good. Some attention needs to given to the food and its quality. If this is improved, then this hotel will absolutely be our go-to whenever we go to bowness.

    The hotel room was beautiful, luxury and very clean with top-end finishes. Huge bed, great view over bowness and the lake (langdale room) free-standing bath (with TV!) and separate big shower too. Swimming pool and sauna was lovely. Staff were fantastic too, very accommodating, friendly and helpful. Really nice hotel, high up on hill so views were great.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    10
    Comfortable, clean, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Occasion
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely view and facilities

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    10
    Excellent and would highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Plus
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The hotel is beautifully positioned and the views are spectacular. The décor is a mix of traditional and modern style and spotless. The hotel is only a twenty minute walk away from Bowness. Five minute walk to the bus stop which takes you to Windermere or again around twenty minute walk. The staff were lovely from restaurant staff, to the receptionists and everyone in between. I have to make a special mention to Jackie and Lauretta (reception) they were lovely, welcoming and gave the hotel a family atmosphere. They went out of there way to answer any questions or queries that we might have had. (Thankyou)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    there was nothing that we didn't like, apart from a bigger bed would have been nice but that is only because we are big people so not the hotels fault.

    All the meals we had were really good, good choices, piping hot, and really tasty. Our room was lovely, clean, comfortable and just what we wanted, all the staff that we met were friendly, helpful and very polite. The singer on Thursday night was very good he really new his audience.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was small but we'd only got the basic double room.

    Very clean, staff were super friendly and the breakfasts were really good.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    10
    If you book at this Hotel you will get a very warm welcome and want to return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Found the dining room rather dark, dark walls, black lampshades, even black serviettes.

    We loved our stay at the Hillthwaite Hotel. Really comfortable beds, excellent breakfasts and evening meals. Wonderful caring staff, roaring log fires, immaculate throughout, excellent bathrooms.

    Stayed in January 2024

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