Patterdale Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (830 reviews)
Ullswater, Patterdale , Patterdale , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location for hiking
Cons:
Bar staff unfriendliness
Need for room upgrades

Categories

Cleanliness
8.4
Rooms and hotel were reported as clean, though some guests mentioned need for repairs.
Service
8.97
Staff received high praise for friendliness and efficiency, with specific shout-outs for excellent service.
Location
9.1
Guests consistently highlighted the hotel's great location for hiking and views.
Room Quality
8.46
Rooms were described as adequate but in need of modernization, yet clean and comfortable.
Amenities
8.28
Amenities mentioned included clean rooms, but some noted limitations like limited food availability.
Value for Money
8.74
Guests found it to be great value, especially in relation to the service and location.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Breakfast options were good but received some criticism about temperature and description clarity.
Overall Experience
8.56
The overall experience was positive with many guests expressing a strong intent to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 20:43

Property Description

Scenic Views and Cozy Atmosphere

Located by Ullswater Lake, Patterdale Hotel offers a picturesque setting with home-cooked food, a garden terrace, and inviting lounges with fireplaces. The hotel's proximity to two scenic mountain ranges provides a breathtaking backdrop for your stay.

Comfortable Rooms and Local Cuisine

The en suite rooms at Patterdale Hotel are well-equipped with toiletries, TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms even offer stunning views of the surrounding valley and fells. Indulge in the taste of Cumbria at the hotel's restaurant, featuring a menu showcasing seasonal local produce.

Leisure and Entertainment

Immerse yourself in the heart of Patterdale Village and enjoy a variety of leisure activities, from water sports to pony treks and climbing. After a day of exploration, unwind at the Place Fell Inn bar with live music and quiz nights.

Book your stay at Patterdale Hotel for a memorable Lake District experience.

Important information:

When booking for 10 or more people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Guests are advised the same card that was used to make the booking will be required to take the payment. The property does not accept payment from a third party or over the phone.

The hotel does not accommodate single-sex parties.

Please note that parking is on a first-come-first-served basis and cannot be guaranteed.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: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 14 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 830 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.4
Service: 8.97
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.46
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 8.56
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Paula • couple • gb
9
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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peter • extended_group • gb
3
Disappointing and will NOT be repeated
Pros:

breakfast
the receptionist who greeted us on arrival who unlike the rest of the staff was friendly and interested in our plans for the stay.

Cons:

service, particularly in the bar, where only one bartender was serving despite there being a line of guests waiting to buy drinks. the other bartender was only interested in stacking glasses and ignored the mounting queue.
having to pay for everything upfront despite being guests staying for 3 nights. we have never experienced such petty regulations ever before in a hotel or inn. particularly embarrassing to have to pay for evening meal at reception before eating. one wonders what would happened if we had been inclined to ask for drinks while having the meal. more than a touch of Faulty Towers to be fair.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location to Glenridding. Bath in the room.

Cons:

My room by the stairs with the door opening/shuting most of the night. Air condition unit under my windows-noisy until 20.00. Bad sound proofing, I could hear neighbours talking etc. Miserable bar staff.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • gb
7
Value for money.
Pros:

The full english breakfast was amazing, worth staying just for that.

Cons:

A bit old fashioned furniture, but ok.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Marloes • solo_traveller • nl
6
Dog friendly but limited
Pros:

The outside garden was lovely.

Cons:

If you have a dog your experience here is limited. Dogs aren't allowed in the restaurant and elsewhere they stop serving at 5pm. So make sure you plan an early dinner. Also they shut the elevator at night so if you have to walk your dog after 11pm you have to use stairs. Which is inconvenient if you have an elderly dog or if your dog is sick. Staff was friendly.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good value and in fantastic location
Pros:

The location was perfect for the walks I was doing. Staff all helpful, free parking.

Cons:

Breakfast didn’t start til 8 am, which is late if you want to get out on the fells early

Food after 5 pm- only option was a 2 course for £25 or 3 for £30, all I wanted was a burger and chips, had to go to the pub next door- as did a few I spoke to

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Lesley-Ann • solo_traveller • gb
8
2 night hiking break with my dog
Pros:

Ideal ‘walkers/hikers’ hotel and dog friendly (although not allowed in the restaurant/dining room) in a beautiful setting. Large garden/outside seating area. Lovely bedroom overlooking Place Fell and Patterdale. Comfortable bed, clean linen, clean bathroom. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Considering the hotel is popular with walkers 8:00-10:00am breakfast is quite a late start for those wanting to head out into the hills for a full day’s hiking. Also for those arriving back after 5pm, food options limited to either 2 course or 3 course set menu (£25/£30) when light bites or à la carte would be preferred.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Sukhdarshan • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Pat • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

All of the staff were so friendly and helpful.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very good
Pros:

Excellent breakfast, everything freshly cooked. Very peaceful location

Cons:

Room could do with decorating but was spotlessly clean. Excellent value for money

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Esther • couple • gb
7
Nice break away but basic room
Pros:

Nice location.

Cons:

Really need some a bit of tlc, room was small and no view out the window. The paintwork etc shabby and needs some updating. People appear to love it so wonder if they had got better rooms or better deals.
Staff were friendly.
Breakfast was self serve and ok.
Restaurant has a limited menu so we didn’t eat in the evening here.
Bar area dated but fine

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Excellent location. Lovely staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was really good quality

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good walking hotel
Pros:

Good location for walking. Excellent buffet breakfast. 4 or 5 choices for each course in the evening. Tea making in the room. Free parking.

Cons:

Terrible view of the back of the kitchen from our room 117. We're used to a wider bed. Old building going back to the 15th century so it creaks a bit, which is good and bad.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • gb
4
The hotel is in an excellent location and the staff wete very helpful. I was a bit surprised to be c
Pros:

Breakfast was just average. Cheap ingredients.

Cons:

The public areas like the hallway and staird were in poor condition. Old chipped paintwork and dirty carpets.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Armstrong • solo_traveller • gb
8
Really nice and the breakfast was amazing
Pros:

Found it easy, staff were lovely and welcomed my little dog

Cons:

The only thing was I could have done with a ground floor, so I could take my little dog out easier. I was up three flights of stairs

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • solo_traveller • gb
3
We left early. Didn’t stay overnight. We do not recommend this hotel. Staff were pleasant.
Pros:

Nothing. A very tired looking hotel. Bedroom was gloomy. Depressing place to stay

Cons:

Poor parking. Loads of potholes and not enough space. We really struggled to find a space.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Karol • solo_traveller • gb
9
Perfect location and great staff
Pros:

The staff at the reception desk is very helpful.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
6
Enjoyed the stay, but this was mainly due to the location and the very good weather we had.
Pros:

Staff were good and check in was quick and easy. Breakfast was good, although restaurant was very tightly packed. Evening meal was basic but well cooked. Very good location, with plenty of walks and a flat easy 15min walk into town.

Cons:

The hotel seemed to be stuck in the 70's, decoration was tired and poor. Our bedroom was very small, with not a lot of space to get around the bed.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee