Top 10 hotels in Cumbria, United Kingdom

August 6, 2022 Weston Hennigan

Discover the best hotels in Cumbria, England including Riverside Hotel, Applegarth Villa Hotel and Restaurant (Adult Only), Ambleside Salutation Hotel, BW Premier Collection, The Keswick Country House Hotel, Ravenstone Manor Hotel, The Daffodil Hotel & Spa, Ravenstone Manor Hotel, Damson Dene Hotel, The Wordsworth Hotel, Castle Green Hotel in Kendal, BW Premier Collection.
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1. Riverside Hotel

Beezon Road Stramongate Bridge, Kendal LA9 6FS England
Excellent
37%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1508 reviews

Riverside Hotel

The Riverside Hotel is situated on the banks of the River Kent in Kendal only a short walk from the famous Lake District market town centre. The hotel is conveniently situated for all the Lake District attractions and is only a ten- minute drive from Lake Windermere.The hotel has 56 en-suite bedrooms plus two suites one of which has a four poster bed. All the bedrooms have river view and include hospitality tray, freeview television, free wifi, direct dial telephone, hairdryer and ironing facilities. Free parking is available to residents.

Best Bar man and service Henry?

Reviewed By alwaysforthepeople

Come here for some drinks with close friends the atmosphere was lovely very relaxed and we were all super impressed with the stunning service off our bar man Henry he was very ultra helpful and nothing was too much trouble other members off staff should take note from him as he is a good ambassador for the pub and an example on how it should be done remember the old saying it’s not about the place it’s the people comes to mind we will definitely be back if only to see Henry and listen to his great taste in music A++++

2. Applegarth Villa Hotel and Restaurant (Adult Only)

College Road, Windermere LA23 1BU England
Excellent
84%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1781 reviews

Applegarth Villa Hotel and Restaurant (Adult Only)

Applegarth Villa is truly a rare find being the only 5 gold star guest accommodation with on-site bar & restaurant with AA restaurant award, situated in Windermere in the very heart of the Lake District. Offering individual luxury accommodation of the highest standard together with our newly appointed suites all with a hot tub, this magnificent Villa is unique to Windermere. Having both an Award winning restaurant serving only the best locally sourced regional produce and a cosy oak panelled bar with roaring fire and one of the finest Whisky selection in the area, this is the perfect place to spend the evening after enjoying a day in the Lakes. Who would want to venture out on a cold winters evenings with everything you need in one magnificent building. Equally our summer terrace is the perfect outdoor space to dine in warmer weather whilst enjoying a glass of wine and watching the sunset over the distant fells from your hot tub. With plenty of secure on site parking this makes Applegarth the perfect choice for your stay in the lakes. To compliment this magnificent building, all our rooms are fully coordinated with fabrics and soft furnishings carefully chosen by our interior designer. Luxurious bathrooms, wall mounted flat screen TV's, free hi speed internet access,suites with hot tubs, refreshment tray, bottled Lakeland water and bathrobes all come as standard! In consideration of our many guests who join us to escape family and business pressures, we are unable to welcome children. Our guest accommodation offers everything you would come to expect from Windermere hotels, including a public bar, a beautiful 40 cover conservatory restaurant, a large private floodlit car park. ADULT ONLY

Amazing 3 night stay

Reviewed By iant936

Stayed here as part of a honeymoon. After staying elsewhere it was great to go here in a hot tub suite for 3 nights. The suites are amazing and all the staff are friendly, helpful and know the local area if you want advice on walking or trips. The hotel has a great location close to local bars and restaurants and parking is easy which can not always be said of accommodation in the area. Dinner and breakfast are first class. Also it was the first trip post covid restrictions for me and the work done by the staff in Applegarth puts you at ease. Can't wait to go back !!

3. Ambleside Salutation Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Lake Road, Ambleside LA22 9BX England
Excellent
72%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2216 reviews

Ambleside Salutation Hotel, BW Premier Collection

Village Centre location with walks from the doorstep great views of the fells 57 en-suite bedrooms some with private balcony and hot tub. Leisure facilities and Waterfall Spa, Restaurant serving Brasserie style meals, award winning breakfast, on site parking. Festive packages available conference rooms for small to medium meetings.

Worth staying at the Salutation

Reviewed By flowergirlDerby

This is the second time we have visited this hotel and I hope not the last, as the hotel is superbly located centrally in Ambleside, has ample parking, ultra clean rooms, incredibly friendly staff and breakfasts that keep you going for the day! Would thoroughly recommend.

4. The Keswick Country House Hotel

Station Road, Keswick CA12 4NQ England
Excellent
62%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2151 reviews

The Keswick Country House Hotel

A warm welcome awaits at this beautiful Lake District country house hotel. This elegant Victorian building stands proudly in four acres of tended gardens and walkways and enjoys views of the surrounding Lake District fells. Close by is the bustling market town of Keswick, with its eclectic mix of shops, pubs and restaurants. For the adventurous, Lake Derwentwater offers a variety of water sports with numerous walks and mountain bike trails beginning at its shores.

Upgrade

Reviewed By Starfishb11

We stayed at the hotel in May 2022. The girl on the desk was very enthusiastic telling us we had been upgraded to a deluxe room. We already knew this. The room was well...... average had a table and chairs in window. The wallpapered ceiling showed glue lines which should have been emulsioned. It was coming off the ceiling by the window and the cornice was crumbling away. Who ever laid the new carpet, it was lumpy. If elderly people tripped over it it was an accident waiting to happen. Ee had to ask for our complimentary bottled water and chocolates. The bar area is lovely, but the staff don't take any pride in cleaning the chairs. They are shocking with stains. God knows what you are sitting on especially when you can take dogs in. Apart from that we can't fault the excellent food. And the staff, who see your needs. Bradley in particular was very good! We did enjoy our stay, and we know the hotel is old. But it's the little things that matter especially when it is expensive.

5. Ravenstone Manor Hotel

A591, Bassenthwaite, Keswick CA12 4QG England 011 44 17687 76240
Excellent
86%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 411 reviews

Ravenstone Manor Hotel

Ravenstone Manor is a delightful 19th Century Manor House set within 3 hectares of grounds, situated at the foot of Skiddaw, looking across the valley to Bassenthwaite Lake. Rich in Cumbrian history, our 4 star Manor House has spectacular views of the Lake, the neighbouring Fells and Cumbrian countryside. We are fully dog friendly and ideally situated for walking, hiking & biking in the stunning Northern Lakes, Within the beautiful stone walls, you will find 20 charming en-suite bedrooms, a beautiful lounge, dining room and bar. Fed by the waters of Skiddaw, the Manor boasts its own fresh spring water that has quenched the thirst of its guests for over 50 years. The Dining Room serves a menu highlighting the freshest local meats, cheeses and produce. Open to residents and non-residents we offer a good home-cooked menu. Breakfast from 8:15 - 9:30am, lunch 12:00 till 2:00 and evening meals from 6.00 till 8.45pm.

Best hotel ever!!!

Reviewed By cwright7323

We've stayed here a few times over the last couple of years, and it never disappoints. The staff are all fantastic, so friendly and nothing is too much trouble for them. We brought our 2 dogs, one of which is a rescue we've only had for a few weeks and she's very reactive. The staff couldn't have been any more helpful. They reserved the same table in the restaurant for us everyday as they know we feel comfortable there and the dogs are (mainly!) quiet. The rooms are all superb, decorated to a very high standard and extremely clean. The food is just amazing!! And very reasonable. And the service at meal times is outstanding. All the staff know exactly what they're doing, it's like a well oiled machine. Thank you all for another great week away. Can't wait until our next trip in October.

6. The Daffodil Hotel & Spa

Keswick Road, Grasmere LA22 9PR England 011 44 1539 761550
Excellent
57%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3409 reviews

The Daffodil Hotel & Spa

On the shores of Grasmere Water, The Daffodil Hotel & Spa is located in the heart of the Lake District. Surrounded by stunning Lakeland scenery, The Daffodil is the Lake District's newest luxury hotel. The hotel reopened in July 2012 after a major redevelopment which has resulted in 78 new bedrooms including 14 luxury Suites, a Spa with thermal suite, extensive function rooms and a lake facing restaurant serving fantastic British food with a contemporary twist.

Been before and will be back again!

Reviewed By ShellyMc1983

We have been here about 4 times. We got married here in 2016 and this time we came back as a family of 5. Really lovely hotel. Staff brilliant great service. Rooms great size and the beds are so so comfy. We weren’t disappointed and remembered exactly why we choose to get married there. Can’t wait to go back. Ned time maybe child free!

7. Ravenstone Manor Hotel

A591, Bassenthwaite, Keswick CA12 4QG England 011 44 17687 76240
Excellent
86%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 411 reviews

Ravenstone Manor Hotel

Ravenstone Manor is a delightful 19th Century Manor House set within 3 hectares of grounds, situated at the foot of Skiddaw, looking across the valley to Bassenthwaite Lake. Rich in Cumbrian history, our 4 star Manor House has spectacular views of the Lake, the neighbouring Fells and Cumbrian countryside. We are fully dog friendly and ideally situated for walking, hiking & biking in the stunning Northern Lakes, Within the beautiful stone walls, you will find 20 charming en-suite bedrooms, a beautiful lounge, dining room and bar. Fed by the waters of Skiddaw, the Manor boasts its own fresh spring water that has quenched the thirst of its guests for over 50 years. The Dining Room serves a menu highlighting the freshest local meats, cheeses and produce. Open to residents and non-residents we offer a good home-cooked menu. Breakfast from 8:15 - 9:30am, lunch 12:00 till 2:00 and evening meals from 6.00 till 8.45pm.

Best hotel ever!!!

Reviewed By cwright7323

We've stayed here a few times over the last couple of years, and it never disappoints. The staff are all fantastic, so friendly and nothing is too much trouble for them. We brought our 2 dogs, one of which is a rescue we've only had for a few weeks and she's very reactive. The staff couldn't have been any more helpful. They reserved the same table in the restaurant for us everyday as they know we feel comfortable there and the dogs are (mainly!) quiet. The rooms are all superb, decorated to a very high standard and extremely clean. The food is just amazing!! And very reasonable. And the service at meal times is outstanding. All the staff know exactly what they're doing, it's like a well oiled machine. Thank you all for another great week away. Can't wait until our next trip in October.

8. Damson Dene Hotel

Near Bowness On Windermere, Crosthwaite LA8 8JE England
Excellent
45%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2788 reviews

Damson Dene Hotel

Finding an ideal romantic hotel in Crosthwaite does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Damson Dene Hotel, a nice option for travelers like you. As your “home away from home,” the hotel rooms offer a flat screen TV, and getting online is easy, with free internet access available. Guests have access to room service, outdoor furniture, and newspaper while staying at Damson Dene Hotel. In addition, Damson Dene offers a pool and free breakfast, which will help make your Crosthwaite trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. If you like pubs, Damson Dene is conveniently located near The Punch Bowl Inn & Restaurant. Damson Dene Hotel puts the best of Crosthwaite at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Relaxing break away. Amazing staff.

Reviewed By NQ115

Where to start, well firstly our overall stay was over 3 nights 4 days. We booked here to celebrate our wedding anniversary and joint birthday s that we hadnt had chance to celebrate. On arrival we where given a free upgrade, this was a lovely gesture by the hotel and we loved the thoughtfulness. Good points, The staff where amazing and couldn't do enough for you unfortunately we didn't catch all of the names but Victoria was extremely helpful as was all staff. The food was also amazing and nice portion sizes. You have the option of dining in the restaurant or the bar area which is nice and bright with beautiful views out of the windows. There is a lounge area with an open log fire that is lovely to sit by in the evening to relax. We used the leisure facilities and booked in with Sharon at Indulgence Beauty Rooms for some pampering, we where not disappointed, she was very accommodating and very good. The hotel has some beautiful views and the grounds are beautiful. The ducks and birds love having the pond and the roof area's to say help to you. Bad points, to be fare it's difficult to write about the bad points because the staff and the hotel stay was overall lovely, but I do believe that if you don't say what is wrong then things won't get fixed. Our room was beautiful with a Jacuzzi bath but unfortunately the jets had to be cleaned out a couple of times before we could use it . The bathroom was massive but had very little storage space or hooks for your personal items and towels, a small set of draws would be really helpful in there. The room itself was very small with a four poster bed which could do with some attention. Again not enough storage for items in draws but we managed. There where some stains on the wooden tops and just general dust sitting in places, crooks and crannies, a quick wipe with antibacterial wipes and they where all gone.We felt that the staff just don't have the time to spend in the rooms paying attention to the small details to make it just that little bit better. The car park whilst there was enough spaces it was difficult to park at times because of the way others had parked not thinking of others. The top car park would be better marked out and specific bays marked for disabled , all though there was a disabled area right at the front of the hotel it was often taken up by other cars that didn't need to be there. Being disabled and having to walk up the steep slop to the entrance is very difficult then you had to navigate passed the cars parked right in front of the hotel doors. Overall we had a lovely stay and we will most defiantly book again as we have already discussed and seen other rooms ready for our return. We don't want our bad points to put people.of staying as we feel that these points are just little things that can be corrected quite easily. The good points far outway the bad points and we can't wait to be back .

9. The Wordsworth Hotel

Stock Lane, Grasmere LA22 9SW England
Excellent
55%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2457 reviews

The Wordsworth Hotel

Standing proudly in the heart of Grasmere village and cradled by two acres of glorious gardens, you’ll find the historic Wordsworth Hotel. Once the Earl of Cadogan’s shooting lodge, our grand country mansion offers the ideal retreat to soak up the picture-postcard views of the lakes and experience the sense of space, fresh mountain air and secluded beauty spots that inspired two centuries’ worth of Romantic poets and painters. The Wordsworth Hotel and Spa provides an iconic destination perfectly positioned in the UNESCO World Heritage Lake District, it’s a place where you can reconnect with nature, ramble across the fells, watch the sunset or take an open water swim. Individually styled, comfortable bedrooms balance tradition with contemporary design with most offering stunning mountain or village views. The fine dining, air conditioned Signature Restaurant provides an award-winning menu whilst the more informal Dove Bistro showcases superb local ingredients cooked with flair and skill. For guests looking to truly pamper themselves the Spa offers guests a wide range of luxurious and natural treatments to ensure a fully relaxing stay.

Peaceful retreat in village centre

Reviewed By helenpiela2022

Well presented, quiet, attentive, lovely gardens very lush and peaceful, breakfast excellent, bar staff friendly and good service. Calm atmosphere and very relaxing. Plenty parking, village centre, nice walks and cafes and quirky shops around. Pool nice and clean.

10. Castle Green Hotel in Kendal, BW Premier Collection

Castle Green Lane, Kendal LA9 6RG England
Excellent
61%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2502 reviews

Castle Green Hotel in Kendal, BW Premier Collection

Four star hotel situated in 14 acres of gardens & woodland, 5 miles from the M6 & 8 miles from Windermere. Extensive conference & banqueting facilities, 2AA Rosette restaurant, Westmorland Pub in the grounds, health & fitness club and 99 bedrooms including two Herdwick Suites, four executive and seven balcony rooms overlooking Kendal Castle & Lakeland Fells. Managed by Legacy Hotels & Resorts.

Not as good as it was

Reviewed By Ilovetobeonholiday

A little disappointed with our stay . Returning after a few years absence we were saddened to find things not quite as perfect as they were. Some of the staff were excellent and a few couldn't really be bothered eg in the bar. The room was lovely and comfortable but in a hotel that was by no means full why give a guest the most distant room from reception which was a long walk and included several flights of stairs with no lift. The food menu was a lot smaller than it used to be and that's acceptable given the times we've come through but there aren't any specials to make a longer stay more interesting. The lamb rump was especially good. Service at dinner was excellent. Breakfast was disappointing. There were masses of lovely precooked bacon, sausage etc on the servery but when we got the food back to the table the bacon was only just warm. I think it needed turning more often to keep it evenly heated. The rest of the breakfast, beans, mushrooms, eggs were hot and tasty. The swimming pool and steam room were fine and the facilities very clean. I'm sure we'll return as the views from the hotel are magnificent and generally the hotel tries hard to please. Staff just need a bit more ooomph and positivity to make the hotel a knockout again

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