The Borrowdale Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (841 reviews)
Borrowdale , Keswick , gb

Free
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Dog friendly
Friendly staff
Cons:
Inconsistent breakfast
Staff seemed overworked

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
The hotel was very clean throughout and well-maintained.
Service
9.08
Staff were friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist.
Location
9.12
Beautiful location with breathtaking views.
Room Quality
8.57
Rooms were comfortable, with nice furnishings.
Amenities
8.1
Decent amenities, though some areas could use renovation.
Value for Money
8.56
Good value, but breakfast consistency could improve.
Food and Beverage
8.11
Food choices were limited, but well-prepared.
Overall Experience
8.68
A memorable stay with wonderful experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:23

Property Description

Victorian Charm and Picturesque Scenery

Historic Elegance: Step into the past at The Borrowdale Hotel, built in 1866, where Victorian charm meets modern comfort. The traditional rooms offer a cozy retreat, while some boast stunning views of the nearby lake.

Scenic Delights: Nestled in the Borrowdale valley, this hotel is a nature lover's paradise. Enjoy the breathtaking Lake District scenery right at your doorstep, perfect for leisurely strolls or adventurous hikes.

Culinary Excellence and Relaxation: Indulge in delectable dining at the AA Rosette Restaurant, where a fine menu awaits. After a day of exploration, unwind by the open fires in the oak-panelled lounge bar or conservatory, offering picturesque views of the landscaped gardens and mountains.

Experience a perfect blend of history, nature, and luxury at The Borrowdale Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

The Borrowdale restaurant features a fine menu of locally sourced and fresh food, and friendly staff. Please note we like our guests to have a special experience when dining in our restaurant and kindly request casual but smart attire and no faded/ripped jeans, branded t-shirts, shorts, trainers, walking boots ,flip flops or shorts.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 841 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.08
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.11
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Jamie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Emma extended_group gb
10
Amazing. Thank you so much.
Pros:

We absolutely loved our stay at this dog-friendly hotel last weekend. The atmosphere was relaxed, happy, and welcoming for both people and dogs. I stayed with my mum, stepdad, and my dog Ronnie, and we all had an amazing time. Every member of staff went above and beyond to make us feel at home.
Jordan on reception was so friendly and informative, giving great recommendations for local walks and things to see around Borrowdale and Keswick. Rita, the waitress, was brilliant; incredibly attentive and always making a fuss of the dogs with treats and cuddles. John the cleaner was also lovely and chatty, checking in to see how my stay was, and like everyone else, he was great with Ronnie.
The hotel was spotless, the food was incredible (especially the breakfast), and the views were absolutely stunning, even the rain couldn’t spoil it. We’ll 100% be back, and I definitely have the holiday blues… made even better by England winning the rugby! 🏉🐾

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Heather couple gb
9
Excellent weekend break with fantastic food and great service. Lovely room
Pros:

The room was superb Breakfast excellent.Evening meal was great

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Chloe couple gb
6
Great hotel, lower temp and not a skip room view would of been ideal :)
Pros:

Property was great, really good location!

Cons:

Too hot! We had our room window open all night and felt so warm :( also one of our windows didn’t open so made it worse.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Mhairi couple gb
9
Mini break with friends
Pros:

Loved that it was perfectly accessible for mum who uses a rollator...we didn't have to worry about how she would manage around the hotel.
The breakfast was fantastic.
The staff couldn't be more helpful.

Cons:

We thought the food was over priced and not as "wow" as we were hoping for.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple gb
9
2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Ray couple gb
9
A very pleasant stay spoilt by the quality of the food.
Pros:

Staff very helpful and friendly. Room very excellent. Log fires in lounges really appreciated.

Cons:

Food generally very disappointing. Cooked breakfast, particularly the bacon mediocre.
Dinner overpriced for the quality provided.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Super breakfast, comfy beds, welcoming staff, great parking, relationship with spa down the road was a nice bonus.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Lee solo_traveller gb
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Amanda solo_traveller gb
7
Lovely but pricey!
Pros:

Great location, nice bath!

Cons:

Expensive for a small single bed room, but it did the job!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Nick couple gb
9
Fantastic location , fantastic staff
Pros:

The staff were all ( without exception) absolutely superb, they made it such a special place

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Stuart couple gb
10
Our stay was perfect
Pros:

The staff really friendly and helpful. The food was amazing. The room was first class. Most definitely will be staying here again

Cons:

Everything was perfect A*

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Joan couple gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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paul couple gb
10
Pros:

Immaculate clean, great staff, brilliant breakfast, dog friendly, beautiful location

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
7
Pros:

Location, history.

Cons:

Food generally over priced. Breakfast was awful. We were refunded due to the inedible nature of the food.(Breakfast only)

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Desmond couple gb
9
Really great
Pros:

Breakfast good. Great lication

Cons:

A lift or a lower floor

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
8
excellent
Pros:

Very friendly welcoming staff, reception and dining areas, cosy lounges, very clean, good breakfast

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Julia solo_traveller gb
4
Disappointing especially considering the cost.
Pros:

Evening meals were superb, service in the dining room was excellent most nights. The bed was comfortable and the room mostly quiet.

Cons:

Breakfast felt very rushed with cooked breakfasts brought before I had finished my cereal then taken away and kept warm this included poached eggs. Bacon was undercooked the fat was still white.
I found I was unable to use the bar lounge and the conservatory because of all the wet dogs, there were six in the lounge and three in the conservatory. My clothes ended up covered in dog hair from the chair in my room. There was no information in the room unless you downloaded an app. Consequently my towels weren't changed despite leaving them on the floor. The bathroom radiator was brown where the hand wash had dripped on it and not been cleaned off. The carpet by the bathroom door was very frayed and the room was very small.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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jodi couple gb
10
Pros:

Clean and cozy with a beautiful decor. Everything you need. Refreshments included biscuits ( love a cuppa and biscuits) Toiletries were lovely, the body lotion smells amazing. Buffet breakfast was very good and also lots of choice on the breakfast menu, we both had the full Cumberland, delicious 👌🏻

2026-01-19 via Nuitee