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The location didn't live up to my expectations. Neighbouring villages were much more appealing. Being in the Lake District I just think I expected the town to be more rural. Fantastic hotel however. Great value for money and very clean and comfortable.
We based ourselves in Barrow in Furness as we were swapping my wife's car at the local Vauxhall dealers. We had a walk through the town centre on Saturday afternoon but in common with a lot of northern Industrial town centres sadly there are too many charity shops and too many empty shops which is a shame as these places used to have great character. Much quieter (and cheaper) than staying in the towns and villages in the lakes which there is easy access too. We stayed at the Furness Railway which was great value for money, just a shame it doesn't have it's own car park but there are two pay & display ones on the street to the rear within a minute or twos walk.
Not a place for a weekend break. Not a great deal to see in the town centre apart the Maritime museum and the Town Hall . There are however some nice coastal views and the abbey but apart from that not a lot else to do. The lakes Windermere / Bowness are around 30 minutes away.
Barrow has cleaned itself up into a pretty area in the main (comparison is with what it looked like 20 years ago - which was an industrial town). Plenty to do and all the modern shops / coffee houses and restaurants you'd expect from a slightly bigger town or city. You are 15 minutes from Ulverston, a quaint village town and just another 20 minutes from the Lakes at large. I consider it an affordable option just about close enough to commute too days out in the surrounding lake district. Alternative stays closer can be double the price. And don't forget Walney Island is attached to Barrow...thats where you will find the beach and caravan park...a bit windy, very sandy and you can see across to morecambe on a clear day.
We used to work here, so were interested in the changes, Do not miss Walney Island and the view of the lakes from Askam. Barrow has been considerably smartened up, and is a good base for the southern lakes and Cartmel. The road from the M6 is much better.
“Very nice staff, friendly, clean room with adequate facilities. Breakfast included for a cheap price. Ample free parking off road. Close to the centre and to local amenities ”
“For the price it was amazing, plenty of off road parking, the room was well appointed, the hotel had a nice bar with a log fire with nice lounges to sit in. It has an excellent restaurant with top notch food. They had a large function on the night we stayed and handled it and us perfectly.”
“Cheerful staff. Lovely food. Large room with seating area and lovely views.”
“We stayed in the new addition and you could even smell the new carpet -- it was great. Very comfortable, great location if you want to visit the Lake District but your budget can't hold up under Lake District prices. The staff was helpful, the hot breakfast a fantastic variety of local flavors. My husband said it was the most comfortable bed of our entire trip. Wonderful hotel.”
“The apartment was cozying. Nice and clean . We didn't cook much . The kitchen equipment was very simple just pan and small pot . Near to Morrison . It's you traveling by car not a problem . Take around an hours go to Lake District . We love it because feel like home . Don't judge by the areas . Was very quiet and not much residents . Anywhere we feel safety .”
“Lovely clean hotel, excellent size room and fantastic breakfast.”
“Went out there way to please us.Best breakfast ever.We rate this stay 10 +10”
