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Biskey Howe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 2JR, United Kingdom

#17 of 36 B&Bs and inns in Bowness-on-Windermere

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Review Score

Based on 1233 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: May 8, 2024

    10
    A half way stop to Scotland
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    The owners did everything they could to make us feel welcome

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2024

    10
    Second time visiting, we love it here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Second time staying at The Westbourne and I couldn’t recommend this place enough! Lovely, warm and welcoming atmosphere, with superb service from start to finish. Fantastic location for Bowness and Windermere too.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Lovely stay, good car park, very clean, good basic breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would of like choice of fruit & yogurt for breakfast as seen in previous photos Also wasn’t offered any more toast other than one slice, didn’t want to ask & come across cheeky

    Excellent location & parking

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 6, 2024

    10
    Nice place in Bowness.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing to write negative - it was a great stay.

    Staff were friendly and very helpful. Location nice and quiet just outside of town centre. Very good breakfast, conveniently arranged on arrival. I notice previous reviews have mainly had negative comments only about wifi in the cottage. I noticed that they have a separate wifi for the cottage now so this looks to have been addressed. Maybe a guest who stayed in the cottage recently can comment on this.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable, very friendly staff, I would stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There wasn't really anything in particular that I would say which spoilt my stay.

    The room was comfortable, with plenty of space, although I was a single person in a double room. I am sure it would be sufficient for a couple. The breakfast was really lovely. The staff were exceptional and friendly. I felt very comfortable there.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    10
    Would definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    What a lovely break we had at the Westbourne. Friendly ,helpful from arrival to check out . The room although on the small side was clean, comfortable and had everything you needed for the duration of the stay. The breakfasts were excellent. Would definitely recommend as the b & b is in the perfect location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    9.0
    Perfect break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really

    The location was perfect. Close enough for Bowness yet very quiet

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    8.0
    Absolutely brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The only downside was the room was a bit small, with not much cupboard space......nothing we couldn't manage though

    It has a lovely location, breakfast and comfy room and wonderful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent location parked up and bus boat and walking great place to stay

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    All good.

    Very nice accommodation.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    10
    Best place to stay in Bowness on Windermere
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location away from the tourist haunts but within five minutes walk of the lakeshore. Staff were very friendly and attentive and breakfast was excellent. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money in a great location with on-site parking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shower was adequate but a bit small.

    The owners were friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable with en-suite and television. The location was quiet and just a small walk (3 mins) to Bowness-on-Windermere centre. Breakfast offered a full range of the usual cooked food and also serials, muesli and toast. Overall, great value for money.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    10
    Clean, friendly staff, lovely breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    First time we have been to Windermere and we were on a budget, great stay and great location!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    10
    Perfect B/B in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was excellent

    We stayed in the cottage , which was great - bedroom downstairs, lounge area upstairs - very clean and cosy . Quiet location but only a short walk to the town and Lake Windermere Great breakfast and hospitality

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cottage Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only slight issue was the parking but it was solved very quickly.

    Brilliant location, greeting on arrival for check in was lovely, the lad we spoke to was really nice and helped us with a slight parking issue. Stayed in the cottage, much bigger than anticipated and loved how cosy it felt.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    10
    Enjoyed every minute even though the weather was miserable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Perfect location host was lovely so was the staff breakfast all quality ingredients bed really comfortable

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    10
    Very accommodating, lovely rooms and private Parking, and yummy breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WiFi passwords in the rooms would ideal; as we stayed in the furthest room away, but not the biggest issue!

    Lovely stay, very accommodating and organised as reception closes at 6pm and they made it so easy to access the property, very helpful!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    10
    Great place to stay and nothing too much trouble
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can’t fault it 🙂

    Always enjoy our stay at the Westbourne that’s why we continue going back there to stay. Lovely polite staff and a always a lovely breakfast 🙂

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Good Stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    As with all electric showers, the water flow rate was poor for washing long hair. Wi-Fi was difficult to connect up to.

    Bedding and towels were good quality. Breakfast was very enjoyable and the host was very pleasant. Location was close to town centre with free parking.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    10
    From stepping through the door we were greeted with a friendly smile and that nothing was too much trouble the room was
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Home from home atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    10
    owners of the westbourne very friendly and welcoming. Will return and would highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    large comfy bedroom very nice cooked breakfast every morning. just a short walk to all that bowness has to offer big bonus was the free parking

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    8.0
    A good location for a quick two day stay at the Yorkshire Dales
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nil

    Close to things in the main town, but not too close that it is noisy. Having parking on site was also an asset.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    10
    Excellent in every way
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The location was excellent with parking facility . Staff were so helpful & kind . Food was excellent and great value . Will definitely be back 👍

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There wasnt anything to not like!

    Friendly staff, lovely clean, warm room. Lovely breakfast, everything was just perfect. Would definitely book again.

    Stayed in April 2024

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