Guest house

The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant

Canal Foot, Ulverston, LA12 9EL, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 345 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.4
Very good
345 reviews

Staff were very friendly and super helpful, it was very peaceful and the view in the morning when the sun came up across the water was amazing. Both dogs were welcomed with open arms, they both enjoyed their stay also ! Bed was super comfy and the pillows were very soft ! (I need to know where they're from!) Room wasn't very modern but it included everything we needed.

Danielle United Kingdom

The food was lovely and the staff were amazing! super dog friendly too ❤️

Elise United Kingdom

it’s a lovely location the staff are very welcoming and friendly and very attentive. This was our 2nd visit just had to return .

Janet United Kingdom

we went for 2 nights to celebrate our anniversary and it was amazing breakfast was brilliant staff are friendly and willing to talk to you. We only booked a standard room but got upgraded to sea view for no extra cost, definitely going back

Mellie United Kingdom

Breakfast was delicious. Good quality ingredients and we really enjoyed the white pudding and our dogs loved the sausage and the kidneys. We cleaned our plates!

Jayne United Kingdom

Comfortable room, good secure WiFi, friendly and helpful staff and delicious food. Breakfast was excellent. Lovely views over the estuary. A bit off the beaten track, but lovely and quiet for a good night's sleep

Stephen United Kingdom

Loved the location, lovely bedroom, great view. Lovely pub, great breakfast Overall, really nice stay - we enjoyed !

Ann United Kingdom

Friendly staff restaurant was fabulous breakfast as well very nice place very accommodating for pets

Neil United Kingdom

Staff were friendly and helpfull, from arrival to departure. location and scenery was very good

Peter United Kingdom

The staff were all very attentive,friendly. The atmosphere was very nice ,everything flows well, the veiw from the conservatory and our balcony was wonderful

Diane United Kingdom
8.4
Very good
345 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Staff were very friendly and super helpful, it was very peaceful and the view in the morning when the sun came up across the water was amazing.”
    Danielle Danielle United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The food was lovely and the staff were amazing! super dog friendly too ❤️”
    Elise Elise United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “it’s a lovely location the staff are very welcoming and friendly and very attentive. This was our 2nd visit just had to return .”
    Janet Janet United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “we went for 2 nights to celebrate our anniversary and it was amazing breakfast was brilliant staff are friendly and willing to talk to you.”
    Mellie Mellie United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast was delicious. Good quality ingredients and we really enjoyed the white pudding and our dogs loved the sausage and the kidneys. We cleaned our plates!”
    Jayne Jayne United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Comfortable room, good secure WiFi, friendly and helpful staff and delicious food. Breakfast was excellent. Lovely views over the estuary.”
    Stephen Stephen United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Loved the location, lovely bedroom, great view. Lovely pub, great breakfast Overall, really nice stay - we enjoyed !”
    Ann Ann United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Friendly staff restaurant was fabulous breakfast as well very nice place very accommodating for pets”
    Neil Neil United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Staff were friendly and helpfull, from arrival to departure. location and scenery was very good”
    Peter Peter United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff were all very attentive,friendly. The atmosphere was very nice ,everything flows well, the veiw from the conservatory and our balcony was wonderful”
    Diane Diane United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities8.2
  • Cleanliness8.6
  • Comfort8.6
  • Value for money8.3
  • Location9.2
  • Free WiFi8.2

On the shores of Levens Estuary, The Bay Horse Hotel is just 2 miles from Ulverston centre. With cosy log fires and a traditional restaurant, there is also free parking and free Wi-Fi.

The rooms at The Bay Horse feature large windows and en suite bathrooms. Rooms also have tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer and ironing facilities. Some rooms feature impressive sea views and private balconies.

The Bay Horse Conservatory Restaurant serves a creative British menu using local produce. The well-stocked bar offers a range of beverages and real ales, and features a spacious terrace. Traditional Cumbrian breakfasts are also available daily.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside, The Bay Horse Hotel offers easy access to nearby walking routes and fishing lakes. Lake Windermere and Coniston Water are a 20-minute drive away, and Barrow-in-Furness is 25 minutes’ drive. The village of Cartmel is 14 miles away and can be accessed by road or train.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 27 Aug 2010.

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Most popular facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.2

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Danielle
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Staff were very friendly and super helpful, it was very peaceful and the view in the morning when the sun came up across the water was amazing. Both dogs were welcomed with open arms, they both enjoyed their stay also ! Bed was super comfy and the...”
  • Elise
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The food was lovely and the staff were amazing! super dog friendly too ❤️”
  • Janet
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “it’s a lovely location the staff are very welcoming and friendly and very attentive. This was our 2nd visit just had to return .”
  • Mellie
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “we went for 2 nights to celebrate our anniversary and it was amazing breakfast was brilliant staff are friendly and willing to talk to you. We only booked a standard room but got upgraded to sea view for no extra cost, definitely going back”
  • Jayne
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Breakfast was delicious. Good quality ingredients and we really enjoyed the white pudding and our dogs loved the sausage and the kidneys. We cleaned our plates!”
  • Stephen
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Comfortable room, good secure WiFi, friendly and helpful staff and delicious food. Breakfast was excellent. Lovely views over the estuary. A bit off the beaten track, but lovely and quiet for a good night's sleep”
  • Ann
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Loved the location, lovely bedroom, great view. Lovely pub, great breakfast Overall, really nice stay - we enjoyed !”
  • Neil
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Friendly staff restaurant was fabulous breakfast as well very nice place very accommodating for pets”
  • Peter
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Staff were friendly and helpfull, from arrival to departure. location and scenery was very good”
  • Diane
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The staff were all very attentive,friendly. The atmosphere was very nice ,everything flows well, the veiw from the conservatory and our balcony was wonderful”
Property questions and answers
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  • Can dogs stay in the rooms
    hello yes we do allow dogs but we do charge £10 per dog per night.
    Answered on 5 February 2020
  • Is there somewhere to wash dogs after a walk? Especially muddy paws. Thanks Kay
    If you book a sea view room (strongly recommended for dog owners), you would be able to bring a bowl to wash paws in before entering your room via the..
    Answered on 2 August 2020
  • When you have breakfast where would our dog be allowed
    You would be allowed to have breakfast in the bar with your dog.
    Answered on 19 May 2021
  • Hi looking to book for 2 nights on 20th may, what is refund policy if lockdown restrictions are not lifted on the expected date of 17th may .
    We would keep your deposit till restrictions were lifted and you could visit.
    Answered on 12 March 2021
  • hello are you in tier 2 as I will like to stay for 1 night, I am coming from a tier 2 area
    hello, yes we are in tier two and are open for room bookings.
    Answered on 10 December 2020
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Host Information

9.4
Host review score
Although the approach is somewhat odd (one has to pass by a chemical works which has been here for the past 60 years and is now undergoing huge landscaping improvements, you will be sure to receive a warm welcome once reaching The Bay Horse. In winter, a log fire is lit throughout the day in the bar where you can keep warm and cosy and enjoy a selection of Hot Beverages or a warming mulled cider or wine. In summer, the views are amazing, there is plenty of bird life to observe and it is also a great spot for dog walkers. We are totally dog friendly.
Robert Lyons the chef/owner was 17 years Head Chef for renowned TV chef John Tovey at Miller Howe Hotel in Windermere where he met his partner Lesley Wheeler. The Bay Horse has been their home for 28 years and it has retained its old fashioned charm fro its coaching inn days when folk would rest up before making the perilous journey across the Morecambe Bay sands to Lancaster by horse and coach. Today, you can still watch the tide race in.
Nearby, you can visit Conishead Priory, home to the Buddhist monks, Holker Hall and The Lakeland Motor Museum as well as Dalton Wildlife Park. You may want to walk up the canal into Ulverston Market Town which has many individual shops and is known as The Festival Town. Festivals held are The Dickensian Weekend, the Lantern Procession, Walkers Festival and many more including Another Fine Fest which celebrates one of our most famous sons of Ulverston, Stan Laurel.
Languages spoken: English,Polish
Property surroundings *
1 restaurant on site

    THE BAY HORSE HOTEL AND RESTAURANT

    Cuisine: British

    Open for: Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Facilities of The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant
Most popular facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Polish
Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules

The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

14:30 - 21:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

07:00 - 11:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Solo American Express Bankcard The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Please inform The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant

  • Guests staying at The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian

  • The prices at The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

    • THE BAY HORSE HOTEL AND RESTAURANT

  • The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beach

  • Room options at The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant is 1.8 miles from the centre of Ulverston.

  • Check-in at The Bay Horse Hotel And Restaurant is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.