Crosthwaite, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA8 8JE, United Kingdom
#12 of 16 hotels in Bowness-on-Windermere
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2083 hotel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 18 April 2024
Muhammad
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike, just for few bits of improvement, the drainage in the shower area was blocked and its glass door was bit clumsy. It can be improved.
We liked the location, facility inside the hotel, the family suite which was having good privacy. The view outside the room was amazing particularly while enjoying the hot tub. Breakfast was good, we enjoyed every bit of it. Plenty of parking space.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Martin
United KingdomPool, sauna etc was smaller than expected
Excellent food in the bar & Lounge
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Peedunn86
United KingdomTraffic noise within the room wasn't great for a light sleeper like me but I always travel with earplugs so still got a good kip.
Attitude and manner of staff was spot on, the level of professionalism and friendliness felt genuine at all times. Didn't treat the consumables in the room like they're gold plated like most hotels. Enough toilet rolls to last a week, plenty of shower gels soaps etc, and no shortage of tea and coffee Biscuits.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomThe pool and gym could do with some upgrade. Also cleaners could have cleaned the bathroom every day instead of just making beds.
Damson Dene was fantastic. Staff were great, food was fab. The kids loved the pool and gym!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Angela
United KingdomThe gym is a bit dated , and pool cold, not heated.
Food was very good We stayed in a cabin ,which was lovely,outside we had hot tub.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Mallon
United KingdomFood in the restaurant not so great. Improvements need to be made. Breakfast ok, improvements could be made quality of food. Did not enjoy meal.
The location was wonderful. Rooms were clean, comfortable. The view from the window looking out to countryside, sheep's lambs wildlife was amazing. Peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Paul
United KingdomA lot of dogs.
Food and service excellent. Staff were always very attentive. View from the restaurant over the lake and at the hills were a joy.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Jeremy
United KingdomRoom quite small for price
Breakfast was excellent, good location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Jade
United KingdomThe room was dated and in poor repair. Did not look like the pictures. Cracks and damage to the wall, crack to the ceiling, damage in the bathroom, broken window latches, mould on the ceiling. Bathroom very tired.
Good location and parking. Nice restaurant, really good evening meals and a nice breakfast. Good to have different seating areas like in front of the fire and the family room. Friendly staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Sandra
United KingdomHotel is a bit dated, although it’s clean it feels like it needs a bit of TLC.
Location, pool facilities, views
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Leo104
United KingdomNothing to complain about.
Good location for anyone who likes hiking and nature, nice and quiet, friendly staff and great leisure facilities, specifically the sauna.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Samantha
United KingdomBreakfast was difficult being a solo traveller with a dog. The breakfast was in the restaurant but dogs are only allowed in the bar understandably. I couldn’t go and get any of the continental breakfast as I couldn’t leave my dog and couldn’t take her in. Made things slightly awkward and ended up having to put her in the car whilst I got my breakfast stuff .
The hotel was lovely. The meals were lovely. Staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The location was nice and the grounds were pretty. The room was large and included a bath and shower which was a nice surprise. The pool was a bit cold but still lovely.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Liah
United KingdomIt was a very busy weekend and car parking was quite limited, no set lines on where to park but people putting their vehicles anywhere, can make it quite tight to get the car out too. We did browse the facilities and the ladies changing room was a little worn down and could do with a touch up. Room walls are paper thin, can hear your neighbours having a chit chat. Shower in the room is very very small, quite tight to move around in and if you have long hair, you’re knocking your arms on the walls trying to wash it! General decorations in the room were nice but again could do with a little uplift. Booked breakfast for 8am and on arrival there were a couple of other tables but the amount of staff was more. It did feel like you were being watched to finish your food so that they could make use of how many there was. - Maybe later breakfast times are busier. One key is provided for the room but i’m sure a second could be given if asked.
The location & grounds of the hotel are truly beautiful. Breakfast was lovely, with the option to book a time on arrival. View from room was beautiful, seeing the lamb running in the field! Staff are very friendly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Jordan
United KingdomI paid for a room with double and single bed. I got a double and a bunk bed. Fortunately not an issue because it was just me, but had my friend joined it would have been an issue and not what I expected.
Good location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Wilson
United KingdomLovely staff,very clean and excellent location for Windermere
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Kennaugh
United KingdomThe food wasn’t great, not worth the money for what it was. Steak was overdone.
The scenery was beautiful with great views and staff were accommodating and helpful, hotel room was nice.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Keenan
United KingdomVery relaxing, enjoyed my Spa treatment whilst I was there, and the pool and jacuzzi. Breakfast really good!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Mike
United KingdomBed could have been better, but we managed. Room smaller than we expected and only one chair to use but we were out a lot so coped
Breakfast and evening meals were excellent
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Neil
United KingdomA little expensive in restaurant
Fantastic bed so comfy
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 19 March 2024
Magdalena
United KingdomHotel beautifully situated between hills and meadows
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Andrew
United KingdomOne of the rooms bathroom’s hadn’t been refurbished and seemed tired.
Very friendly staff who couldn’t do enough for us.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Leigh
United KingdomDrinks very expensive and bed wasn't the most comfy but I'd defo return we loved it. Could do with a new sign at entrance let's it down a bit for looks
Lovely place, would love to return. Great breakfast, friendly staff, jacuzzi bath in room, facilities great
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Paul
United KingdomWhilst the log fire was lovely in the reception area, it did have the disadvantage the smoke found its way to the upstairs landing area above where it was more noticeable. Maybe the chimney needs attention.
The staff went above and behond
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Sarah
United KingdomA little bit isolated
Great facilities
Stayed in March 2024
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