The Belsfield Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (2535 reviews)
Kendal Road, Bowness-On-Windermere , Bowness-on-Windermere , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Polite staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Food allergy management
Cleanliness issues
High parking fees

Categories

Cleanliness
7.28
Grout missing in the bathroom and a tired room, reflecting issues with cleanliness.
Service
9.25
Generally polite and helpful staff, though there were issues with food allergy response.
Location
9.79
Good location, convenient access, enhancing the overall experience.
Room Quality
8.24
Spacious rooms but noted as tired and in need of refurbishment.
Amenities
7.77
Limited amenities, particularly regarding food options for dietary restrictions.
Value for Money
7.23
High price point not justified by the overall experience and hidden fees.
Food and Beverage
6.78
Breakfast disappointing for what was paid, with limited options for dietary needs.
Overall Experience
9.25
Positive overall despite some significant issues, guests noted enjoyable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 06:59

Property Description

Stunning Views and Elegant Design
Experience luxury at The Belsfield Hotel, a historic gem nestled in 6 acres of picturesque gardens overlooking Lake Windermere. Indulge in beautifully appointed rooms with designer furnishings, some offering breathtaking lake and mountain vistas.

Fine Dining and Relaxation
Savor delectable meals at the Belsfield Restaurant and Brasserie, unwind with drinks at the Lounge Bar, or enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea in the charming Drawing Room or Library. Free Wi-Fi ensures you stay connected throughout your stay.

Prime Location and Modern Amenities
Ideally situated just a short stroll from Bowness center, the World of Beatrix Potter museum, and Lake Windermere, The Belsfield Hotel also offers state-of-the-art conferencing facilities for corporate gatherings.

Book your unforgettable stay at The Belsfield Hotel today!

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Please note that guests can only book a maximum of 5 rooms per booking.
As some of our rooms are accessed via stairs or a few steps, should you have any specific mobility requirements such as a walking aid, please notify the hotel in advance so we can ensure you are allocated a suitable room.

Please contact the property in advance for extra beds and children cots.

On arrival, a credit card will be required for a pre-authorization amount of £50 per person for incidentals plus any outstanding balance.

Hotel bedrooms are available to check in from 3.00pm.

Please inform The Belsfield Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 15 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 14 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2535 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.79
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 7.77
Value for Money: 7.23
Food and Beverage: 6.78
Overall Experience: 9.25
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William Geoffrey family_with_children je
8
Very good, would stay again
Pros:

Food and drink, location, staff,

Cons:

Room was too small

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
couple gb
1
2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The location and the breakfast

Cons:

The tired decor and some ge really maintenance

2026-04-17 via Nuitee
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Katie couple gb
9
A great little break
Pros:

Lovely hotel and staff. Only comment we had was the bar in the evening was too bright. Would have been nicer if the lights had been a little softer.

Cons:

Not being told about the building work but the hotel was good when me mentioned it

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Rebecca family_with_children gb
9
Fantastic and will be staying again
Pros:

Staff were fantastic, welcoming reception, beautiful views, our room was very spacious and comfortable.

Cons:

Not much to say here, if being very picky we would have liked a mini fridge for baby milk, some chairs a little worn in room.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Catherine family_with_children gb
10
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
C
Carl couple gb
10
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
K
Keith extended_group gb
8
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
A
Andrea family_with_children gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Excellent location and staff. Our room was amazing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Edel couple ie
7
Perfect location to enjoy the view and town
Pros:

Location and room view of lake were amazing!

Cons:

Not much only that there was no mini fridge in the room

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Abeer family_with_children gb
10
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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KELLIE solo_traveller gb
5
Not as good as it used to be.
Pros:

Location
Communal areas
Staff

Cons:

We are returning guests so in comparison to our first visit the rooms are really looking worn.
We had black mould above the shower, leak staining over the windows from above, stained curtains. Not sure if it’s because we used a 3rd party platform (booking.com) that they gave us a bad room ? I did mention to reception and they offered to move us. This was approx 8pm and we were checking out at 5am so it wasn’t worth the effort of moving I was just quite shocked at the standard of the room.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Macedo family_with_children pt
6
Hotel demasiado antigo para o preço
Pros:

Localização e pequeno almoço

Cons:

Quartos demasiado antigos para o preço praticado. Janelas a fechar mal de tão antigas que eram e por isso entravam muito frio. Aquecimento antiquado que não conseguimos ligar (mas quarto estava quente qb). Hotel a precisar de urgentes remodelações no interior também (estão a fazer no exterior) pasta fazer jus à magnitude do espaço e do preço praticado

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
couple gb
8
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Emelia couple gb
10
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
10
Great hotel and staff
Pros:

Location good
Staff very pleasant and helpful

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
9
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
7
Overall a great stay but paying for parking may stop me booking again.
Pros:

Perfect location to explore the local area. Very nice hotel with very friendly staff. Hotel is in excellent decor & comfortable. Very nice compact room. Lovely breakfast with plenty of choice & excellent quality.

Cons:

My main criticism is having to pay for the car park. Hotel guests should have free parking as £15 per day is costly, especially if you are not using it as I only used it overnight as we took car out every day. A minor is our room was too warm especially at night & couldn't have the window open as it was too noisy early in the morning from the seagulls.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
Great pkace to relax with a glass of wine taking in the views
Pros:

Great location and great views

Cons:

Didn’t stay long enough lol

2026-04-09 via Nuitee