The Belsfield Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (2695 reviews)
Kendal Road, Bowness-On-Windermere , Bowness-on-Windermere , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2695 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
C
Catherine family_with_children gb
8
Great serve , fab location staff very nice.
Pros:

Garden view and patio. The staff were excellent. Great location great gardens .

Cons:

Internet not working in the tv. Newly painted so room
7 smelt of paint giving headaches. Dirt behind the taps in the bathroom. We stayed 2 nights but room
Wasn’t cleansed after day one I think you had to
Ask
Them
If you wanted your room cleaned.. I find that strange.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Marie solo_traveller gb
4
False advertising
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Booked a lake view room with twin beds 5 months before visit. Not cheap. Hotel changed room just before visit saying they only do double rooms with lake view. Ended up in the 'annex: Room was dark and dingy. Given a refund of £30 which I am still waiting for Booking.com to return 2 months later. Won't be going again.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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SAUD couple sa
1
ودك تقعد برا ولا ترجع الفندق
Pros:

قربه من البحيره ومطل الكافيه

Cons:

الحمام يطلع من رايحه سيئه جدا لايمكنك النوم من الريحه
ارضية الفندق متهالكه
المناشف فيها ريحة خايسه
السرير غير مريحه
مدري كيف كانت البارونه مرتاحه

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
H
hussam couple sa
9
ممتازة استمعت بها
Pros:

-موقع الفندق
- النظافة
- الإطلالة ممتازة
- تعامل الموظفين

Cons:

- باب الحمام بدون قفل
- المكيف ضعيف و النوافذ لا تفتح بالكامل ، قد يكون للأمان

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
J
Jones solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
G
Gus couple us
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
J
Jessica couple gb
10
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Amanda solo_traveller gb
8
Superb location. Grandeur of the building let down by unprofessional staff and poor menu.
Pros:

Superb location overlooking the piers.

Cons:

Staff were over-familiar. The dinner menu was very small and unimaginative. One meal was inedible.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
F
Fangming solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

cleanliness and the lake view

Cons:

some items from the bar are relatively expensive

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
T
Tommy couple gb
10
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
M
Muhammad Laiq couple pk
9
Location is good and staff is very nice and helpful.
Pros:

Location is very nice.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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simon couple gb
4
we wont be retuning
Pros:

checkin was very painfull. hotel upstairs was tired, a large proportion of outside was closed of with large fences. i am sure we were warned about outside work to be honest so we were aware

Cons:

check inn. i paid on booking, if i could have left when i checked in, i would off, but it was 9pm, i had no alternative

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
G
Garry solo_traveller gb
5
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Lord Stephen couple gb
10
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
A
Andrew family_with_children gb
9
Excellent - definitely recommended
Pros:

Perfect location, very friendly staff, fast amd efficient check in/check out

Cons:

We had a cot in our room on the 2nd floor but even with using the lift, we still had to go up and down several smaller sets of steps which were difficult with a pushchair. Perhaps cot bookings could be allocated to the ground floor?

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Edwin couple gb
9
Everything Lubberly Jubberly
Pros:

Everything was Lubberly jubberly, Staff were brilliant nothing was to much trouble, The food in the Restaraunt and the buffet breakfast was lovely,
The hotel is is a mix between the old and new and when the new development and refurbishment is done it will probably rank as the best in the Lake District

Cons:

Nothing to dislike only one question why are there no umbrellas for the tables on the lawn, We stayed on the hottest week of the year and a bit of shade would have been lovely.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
S
susan solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Breakfast

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
M
Marc couple gb
9
Lovely
Pros:

Location lovely

Cons:

Parking not included. If use booking .com

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
M
Mutie family_with_children gb
8
Fantastic stay
Pros:

Location, cleanliness

Cons:

Minor point- no car chargers

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
A
Alison solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Service, staff, location, views

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-28 via Nuitee