Damson Dene Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (121 reviews)
Crosthwaite, Near Bowness on Windermere, Kendal, England, LA8 8JE , Kendal , GB
44-153-95 686 76

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Health club
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Fitness facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Great food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent service on recent visits

Categories

Cleanliness
6.99
Multiple mentions of issues such as a broken toilet seat and sticky tables affected overall cleanliness.
Service
8.96
Positive sentiments highlighted the hospitality and helpfulness of staff.
Location
9
Positive remarks on proximity to countryside views and Lake District attractions.
Room Quality
7.95
Generally positive comments on room comfort, with some concerns about maintenance.
Amenities
8.48
Good range of facilities mentioned, though some were noted as not fully operational.
Value for Money
8.44
The overall experience suggests good value, despite some criticisms.
Food and Beverage
8.99
High praise for breakfast variety and overall dining experience.
Overall Experience
8.36
Mixed feelings; great stays in the past contrasted with recent disappointment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 03:19

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. Enjoy recreational amenities like a health club, an indoor pool, and a spa tub.

Dining Experience

Indulge in British cuisine at Heron View Restaurant Bar while taking in the garden view. Unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Convenient Location

Located in a national park, just a 10-minute drive from Lake Windermere and Lyth Valley, Damson Dene Hotel offers a serene retreat with easy access to nearby attractions.

Book your stay at Damson Dene Hotel and experience luxury in the heart of nature.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 121 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.99
Service: 8.96
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.48
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 8.99
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Paige • couple • au
10
Great stay and experience
Pros:

Beautiful property and a great breakfast. The staff were friendly and the rooms were very comfortable, fan provided as it was hot during our stay.

Cons:

About 10 minutes out of town and quite tight, windy roads

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely setting, good restaurant, very friendly staff

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Iain • family_with_children • gb
9
Great location, friendly staff. Gardens are amazing- so many butterflies!
Pros:

Nice breakfast

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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trevor • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Staff were fantastic

Cons:

The lady at reception on arrival. Her attitude was not customer service. The original room was too clostraphobic however, we upgraded to a pod which was great

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Steven • family_with_children • gb
8
Great location, great staff, great accommodation, great food. Would recommend.
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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xi • family_with_children • gb
7
Overall good for value
Pros:

Good location, nice and quiet. Surrounded with nice views good breakfast with friendly staffs .

Cons:

The room has damp smells, we have to turn on the fan whole night

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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humaira • family_with_children • gb
9
Great stay, nice and relaxing.
Pros:

Loved the duck pond, was soothing to see the ducks. The model village is also fun to see. We enjoyed the breakfast and dinner options. Shower was so nice to use as well. The staff are so friendly as well.

Cons:

Room was dusty, no air con so was hot, the little fan didn't do much. No lift so carrying luggage up and down was a lot of effort.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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George • family_with_children • gb
3
Pros:

Food was tasty. Room was clean. Pleasant location.

Cons:

The restaurant wasn't particularly homely or clean and not quality of staff you expect after paying over £200 for stay and over £100 for meal. Room was quite standard but duck poo outside the door. Walls were paper thin, all we could here in the evening/night/morning was a young boy screaming in the room next door.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely .
Pros:

Beautiful location but a car is necessary.
Spotless from end to end.
Rooms well equipped but no air con so warm at night on hot days.
Super friendly staff throughout the hotel.
Great food.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Magdalena • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

How well is looked after. The garden, little pond, people working there

Cons:

The pool and jacuzzi were old fashioned., pool was very short like 10m and jacuzzi didn't work properly

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Kabir • family_with_children • gb
3
Cons:

The picture of the rooms and hotel didn’t not match- the rooms and hotel was very disappointing- it misleading

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was fabulous ..staff friendly .

Cons:

Pillows hard beds dated .pool dated .jacuzzi dirty

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
8
Was there for two nights. It was really nice. Definitely would go back again
Pros:

The breakfast was so yummy loved the scramble eggs. Food over all was so good.

Cons:

Rooms needed updating

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Minna • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent location and brilliant service!
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • gb
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Clare • couple • gb
8
Okay for an overnight stay.
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • solo_traveller • gb
10
Enjoyable stay
Pros:

Loved the bedroom and the beds were very comfortable. The staff were lovely. The surroundings were also very nice and well kept.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee