Holbeck Lane, Windermere, LA23 1LU, United Kingdom
#10 of 21 hotels in Windermere
Guests' ChoiceBased on 855 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.5
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Free Wifi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: July 7, 2024
David
United KingdomWhat’s not to like
Will stay again 👍
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 6, 2024
Amy
AustraliaMagical location with absolutely stunning views of the lake and lovely gardens. The rooms we stayed in were spacious, clean and comfortable. The best thing about the place is the friendly and extremely helpful staff who all went out of their way to make our stay memorable. We ate in the restaurant which was also absolutely delicious. Wish we had more time to spend there.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 6, 2024
Mark
United KingdomFirst allocated not up to expectation. Wardrobe space poor. Cooked breakfast on first day could have been hotter
History and quiet location Excellent omelettes on 2nd and 3rd day
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 1, 2024
Abbie
United KingdomLovely location, great room and wonderful experience.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 1, 2024
Sanjay
IndiaThere was nothing we dint like about the property. We have previously stayed there back in 2018 and loved our stay and therefore decided to visit again.
The property is charming, pretty and has a lovely view. The rooms are cozy and nice too.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 30, 2024
Owen
United KingdomIt’s a little dated, apart from that.
We’ve been before, this was our second visit for previous birthdays. The property is a little dated, but in a wonderful location. The rooms are spacious with wonderful views over seeing the lake.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 30, 2024
Daniel
United KingdomNothing
Staff were friendly and very helpful, excellent breakfast and dinner, beautifully maintained hotel and wonderful views and grounds
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 30, 2024
Paul
United KingdomNothing
View, breakfast, room and Staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 29, 2024
Ishraq
AustraliaLocation and view was absolutely stunning. The staff were incredible
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 28, 2024
Mr
United KingdomEnjoyed the stay.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 28, 2024
Sara
United KingdomAc in bedroom wasn’t great
The location and the views
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 27, 2024
Tony
United KingdomRoom was at the very top of a steep and narrow staircase, no elevator as it’s a period property . The property itself is on a steep incline and not close to local restaurants, we did trek down to the lake but not an option if you want to shop and eat at local restaurants …need transport to go to Keswick , in-house dinner options were not to our taste and on the higher cost side
Ample parking space in front, scenic setting , lake Windermere view from the room, spacious room with all the usual amenities, comfortable bed , good breakfast, owner personally involved in running the hotel, pleasing personality and very good customer service
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 26, 2024
Marylou
United KingdomThe two young staff who were working hard both need more training so they can look after the both the task aspects and the relationship aspects of customer care.
This is a beautiful house with outstanding views. Breakfast was gorgeous.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 24, 2024
Samuel
South AfricaVery attentive host with lots of good positive advice on the area. Beautiful views from the large bedrooms.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 23, 2024
Mary
United KingdomThere was nothing that stood out as a problem
Liked our the view was spectacular. The bathroom was well equipped with plenty of hot water. The dining room had a lovely atmosphere and staff were efficient and friendly. The hotel was very calm.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 21, 2024
Helen
United KingdomNothing
Location . Friendly staff. Comfortable room Nice breakfast
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 18, 2024
Jennie
United KingdomGreeted and welcomed by a friendly lady on arrival. She showed us where everything was (restaurant, dining areas, bar) and gave all the information required. Took us up to our wonderful room overlooking the lake and made sure we were happy with everything. All the staff were extremely polite and helpful. No hesitation recommending this hotel.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 13, 2024
Margo
United KingdomNothing
Excellent food, lovely staff, great views. Bedside lights in bedroom could be a bit brighter.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 10, 2024
Stephen
United KingdomNothing
Location and interior, the views and gardens where lovely The breakfast was very good amazing choice
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
Michael
United KingdomThe rooms are getting ready for a touch up as they are a little tired in places. but if you can bypass this the location and hotel is amazing.
the dog friendly rooms and then also the great views whilst having breakfast or dinner your made to feel very welcome. being able to have dinner dog friendly is even better very accommodating.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 9, 2024
John
United KingdomBreakfast egg could have been better and to my liking but this would not put me off going again
View
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: June 3, 2024
Paul
United KingdomNothing
View, breakfast and room
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 28, 2024
Paul
United KingdomI feel we were satisfied with everything really. They were so obliging, helpful and very friendly with everyone.
We have just returned from a wonderful stay at Holbeck Ghyll staying in such wonderful surroundings with wonderful accommodation. It was my wife’s special birthday celebration & on arrival at the hotel we were told that we had been upgraded to our own suite which was beyond our expectations. It enhanced our stay there and was a lovely sanctuary to return back to after a lovely tour around the Lakes. The staff were so friendly y and accommodating and nothing was too much trouble to the staff. The breakfasts were lovely too and so tasty and there was plenty of variety for you to choose from, well cooked and nicely served. Thank you Holbeck Ghyll for making our stay a very special one and we hope to see you again in the future.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 28, 2024
Stephen
United KingdomBetter vegetarian options on the dinner menu
Well kept and good sized room, amazing views, staff attentive and helpful, breakfast delicious. Best view of Windermere in the Lakes.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 27, 2024
Jennifer
United KingdomNo lift in building and our room was on top floor, not really an issue for us but could have been for less able bodies
Staff and owner were very attentive, referred to us by our names and couldn't do enough to ensure we had a great stay even asking what drinks shall I have ready for you when you come down to the bar before dinner, awesome! Our room was really big with wonderful views and the furnishings throughout the hotel were lovely.
Stayed in May 2024
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