The Gateway Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (695 reviews)
The Gateway Hotel 1 Crook Road , Kendal , gb
+44 1539 724187

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food options
Cons:
Steep steps to the room
Inadequate staff during NYE

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Room was spotless and decorated to a high standard.
Service
8.88
Staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.82
Location and vibe are good.
Room Quality
8.67
The room was a fantastic size with a very large comfortable bed.
Amenities
8.6
Amazing facilities in room.
Value for Money
8.56
Good value for breakfast options.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Dinner was great and food was very good.
Overall Experience
8.68
Great stay, warm and friendly environment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 11:27

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a stay in our 4-star hotel with family rooms and modern amenities, including free WiFi and a bar. Each room boasts a private bathroom for your comfort.

Scenic Surroundings
Nestled in Kendal, our hotel offers a serene garden, terrace, and free private parking. Explore nearby attractions like World of Beatrix Potter and Trough of Bowland.

Convenient Location
Just a short drive from Askham Hall and Leeds Bradford International Airport, The Gateway Hotel is the perfect choice for your next getaway. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 695 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Frederik • extended_group • de
7
Cons:

Ich habe im Restaurant für zehn Pfund Reservierungsgebühr einen Tisch reserviert. Diese Gebühr wurde mir beim Zahlen der Rechnung nicht gutgeschrieben. Darauf habe ich hingewiesen. Daraufhin wurde die Gebühr erneut berechnet und dann am gleichen Tag einmal gutgeschrieben. Ich habe sie also am Ende einmal bezahlt, obwohl ich dort gegessen habe und die Gebühr hätte gutgeschrieben geschrieben werden müssen. Deswegen meine schlechte Beurteilung. Ich habe auch eine Mail geschickt und hier über Nachrichten angefragt. Es kam keine Antwort.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Crowther • solo_traveller • gb
10
A great stay
Pros:

Fabulous hotel, ideal location on the way to Scotland. Beautifully decorated, very comfortable family room for 3 of us and 2 dogs. King size bed much appreciated. Great food and service. Highly recommend.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Bilal • solo_traveller • gb
9
Enjoyable comfort
Pros:

Room size and cleanliness

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
8
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Bart • family_with_children • be
9
Pros:

Leuk verblijf en zeer gemoedelijke, gastvriendelijke sfeer.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • couple • gb
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Really nice rooms, comfortable beds. Very good menu in restaurant.

Cons:

Everything was good

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely Hotel would definitely stay again!
Pros:

Beautiful Hotel in such a scenic place, it had a very large garden space for your dog to run about safely in.
Food was amazing such a great high standard, staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Didn't have a lift to take heavy suitcase/luggage up to the top floor, but it is a very old building that has been converted into a hotel. Stairs were very steep and small on second floor.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Great hotel on the edge of the Lakes

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • family_with_children • gb
10
Friendly staff,air conditioned bar/restaraunt,nice beer garden
Pros:

Beautiful hotel in beautiful grounds.

Cons:

Nothing to complain about

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Elspeth • couple • gb
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Very good stay, staff very helpful. Ate there three times food good and well priced. Would stay there again.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • couple • gb
9
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Lovely and comfortable and nice food.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Hamilton • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Stewart • couple • gb
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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noel • extended_group • gb
8
Would recommend
Pros:

Great stay

Cons:

All good

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Gert • couple • nl
7
Prima verblijf goede kamers
Pros:

Ontbijt was prima. Avondeten iets minder.
De patat en uienringen rookt en smaakt naar vis! In dezelfde frituur gebakken lijkt ons waar de vis ingebskken werd. Verder prima!

Cons:

Het eten vooral de patat smaak en geur.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee