23 Church St, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3DF, United Kingdom
#16 of 16 hotels in Bowness-on-Windermere
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2508 hotel reviews
7.6Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.5
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.4
Value for money
6.6
Free WiFi
7.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 January 2024
Andrew
United KingdomThe room pictured which I paid extra for was not the room I got, having stayed here on previous occasions, I thought I would pay double the standard room rate for a nicer room, when I questioned this on arrival I was told this was a suite at an extra cost of £120. They shouldn’t use the picture of the suite on the booking as it is, in my opinion, deliberately misleading.
Location on the side of the lake with lovely views, breakfast was excellent.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Carlo
United KingdomBreakfast, in general, was mostly good but very busy one morning and many complications accurred.
Good really
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Somerha
United KingdomBreakfast was poor and small portions
Good location....good staff...clean room
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Julia
United KingdomThey didn’t clear the car park of snow not clear the path in front of the entrance to the hotel. It was an ice rink.
The breakfast was brilliant. Good options to suit every taste
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 December 2023
Sam
United KingdomReally awful pillows and tired decor
It’s a beautiful hotel in a stunning location but some of the areas such as the dining room and our very expensive suite could do with a refurb due to looking very tired and dated.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Annie
United KingdomNo on site parking although the car park is only a short distance
Location is excellent
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 9 December 2023
Paul
United KingdomChecking in
Location and the spa
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2023
Alex
United KingdomThe cooked breakfast was very very basic. Didn't live up to the standard of the hotel at all.
The room was clean and the facilities were nice. Location was great, views beautiful.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 December 2023
Leigh
United KingdomWe went during the snow when the hotel were clearly understaffed. It was still lovely. Room was lovely. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. They even had our bags taken up to our room while we went for a walk as our room wasn't quite ready.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 November 2023
Sarah
United KingdomPool was cold Sausage and mushrooms at breakfast were not very good
Quiet lake view room really comfortable bedroom really friendly staff
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Paul
United KingdomService quite slow on Saturday when it was very busy.
Lovely breakfast with a great view.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Andrew
United KingdomLocation was great, family room extremely comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was tasty and plentiful. Would stay again.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Laura
United Kingdomthe shower in 212 wasn't hot and the radiator needed bleeding in bathroom and desk needs replacing . very clean though
We normally stay at the swan , the staff were amazing , especially the bar staff , best cocktails we have ever had and best service 6 stars . Everyone from checking in to spa were great . Great stay thanks
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Harriot
United KingdomThe breakfast was unorganised and our order wasn’t taken for 25 minutes.
The reception staff were amazing. The gentleman with glasses was so cheery and welcoming!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Mick
United KingdomPrices of food and drink, very expensive
The room and leisure facilities
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Ian
United Kingdomlocation, service, comfort , the hotel was fantastic, staff were great, location was perfect, spa was excellent, i would highly recommend it and will definitely be returning, we had a fantastic weekend
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Emma
United KingdomSome areas of the hotel ready for a little refurbishment. Drinks very expensive.
Comfortable and clean, centre and easy to walk around
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Dee
United KingdomThe initial communications with the hotel The parking situation, although I understand why
Location, the welcome, the staff, the room
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 12 November 2023
Donald
United StatesMore hangars in the wardrobe.
Breakfast superb and very friendly and most accommodating. A lovely visit with no complaints.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Stuart
United Kingdombreakfast
location and room
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Chiles
United Kingdombath water could have been a little hotter,
yes all very good,lovely view over the lake,staff all nice,many thanks
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 4 November 2023
Richard
United KingdomThis review has been hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Graham
United KingdomCar parking and rooms a bit dated
Location
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Allen
United KingdomThe car parking was expensive for an open air carpark a short walk away from the main building
Great location, awesome view nice leisure facilities
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
John
United KingdomBreakfast service slow and forgetful. Liked absolutely everything else.
Location, facilities, restaurant and bar choice. Staff were first rate.
Stayed in October 2023
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