Brantfell Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3EG, United Kingdom
#25 of 37 B&Bs and Inns in Bowness-on-Windermere
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1097 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 April 2024
Jane
United KingdomGreat place, amazing hosts , food fab , Can't wait to stay again x great room x Thank you Jane and chloe
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
James
United KingdomThere wasn’t anything we did not like.
Nice pub, great location and very friendly staff. The room we stayed in was the large double and it was very comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Adrian
United KingdomDidnt have enough time there
Great staff and location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Robert
United KingdomA nice friendly welcome when we arrived Sunday dinner was very nice and a great breakfast and The property is in a perfect location for everything you need to do
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Stuart
United KingdomThe evening meal menu was very limited but we went out to eat.
The staff were friendly and helpful, the room was clean reasonably comfortable.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomN/A
Friendly service and excellent selection of beer
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Michael
United KingdomNA
Very friendly staff Well located for town centre VERY comfortable bed Great breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Deborah
United KingdomEverything about the royal oak was great The best breakfast we've had and the staff were great.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Karis2018
United KingdomNothing
Comfortable bed, excellent location & friendly staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Kathleen
United KingdomVery friendly staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Gary
United KingdomOn the weekend. The breakfast between 8:30 and 9:30, the times were a bit restrictive, and the closing of the bar at 10. But I do understand that the staff were having to run a pub, deal with food and run the hotel side. So it wasn't a deal breaker
The staff were really helpful and made the stay very relaxed.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Colin
United KingdomThe room was a little small without a comfortable chair to sit on.
Very clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Alex
United KingdomThis is my third visit which speaks for itself
Breakfast was lovely and service excellent .full English perfect . Fabulous location and parking available for double room .Parked up and went to the local within a minutes walk .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Andrew
United KingdomAll was good, except for the rain haha.
The staff, food and accommodation were all good. But the location made it even better.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Grant
United KingdomRoom was small but comfortable. Bar closing at 10pm
Ideal location for bars and restaurants. comfortable room, breakfast was excellent. Good range of beers.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Louise
United KingdomThere really wasn't anything wrong with it. If I had to struggle to say something then it wasn't the most glamourous room I've stayed in but I didn't need or want it to be. It was perfectly sized for one or two people and had plenty of storage.
I stayed three nights in the en-suite single room which was absolutely spotless and cozy even when the night got chilly. The breakfast was exceptional and the staff went out of their way to be helpful and accommodating. I would return without a moments hesitation. The location is in the centre of Bowness which is perfect if you want everything on your doorstep. Also the pinot grigio blush was amazing.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Amitabh
United KingdomBreakfast times are from 0830-0930. Compared to most hotels it is very squeezed . Would be desirable if it is at least till 1000 if not 1030 am
Location , staff , parking , Great choice of local ales and beers .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Celine
IrelandNothing
Central location,home to home,staff very friendly,great breakfast
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Simon
United KingdomVery good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Cam
United KingdomLovely family pub located 2 minute walk from the lake. Surrounded by lots of pubs and restaurants. As soon as we arrived we were greeted by the gentleman who worked at the bed and breakfast. They supported us with parking our car for the overnight and then we paid our room, then was given the key for the day when we returned at check in time we did not need to wait or complete all the check in process then. This was impressive for us as we had a lot more flexibility. Room was pristine and very homely. Surprisingly quiet even though it’s above a pub however we heard no noise. In the morning we were greeted at breakfast, with cooked to order fresh breakfasts and some yogurts and cereals then we left to return home. Would be booking again when we next visit. Fabulous accommodation and business.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Tate
United KingdomParking was a bit tight but was accommodated ,everything else great.
The location was great ,short walk down to lake ,bars and restaurants on door step,lovely Breackfast.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Joanne
United KingdomWe booked this on the day on Monday 4th March, after making an umplanned trip to Bowness. We made a great choice. The Royal Oak is a lovely olde pub with character. The room (room 2) was big and spacey and welcoming. The bathroom had a bath and a shower. The bed was a super king size and so comfy and we also had a lovely view of some of the town, lake and mountains. We ate an evening meal in the pub, roast beef dinner which was excellent. Breakfast was also top notch. Staff were very welcoming. We will definitely stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Michelle
United KingdomThe bed was too soft
Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 March 2024
Stuart
United KingdomBreakfast and service was excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful Location excellent- right in centre of town
Stayed in February 2024
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