The Belsfield Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (2942 reviews)
Kendal Road, Bowness-On-Windermere , Bowness-on-Windermere , GB
+44 15394 42448

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2942 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
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Terry • couple • es
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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gemma • couple • gb
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Wai Yee Betty • extended_group • gb
9
Good
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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siqi • couple • gb
1
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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MEILING • family_with_children • cn
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Ali • couple • sa
3
I do not recommend anyone to stay here.
Pros:

Good location and garden

Cons:

I stayed for 3 nights and I have ordered afternoon tea and there was some hair on my cake! I told them and they apologised and said that this is on the house and come tomorrow for a free complementary afternoon tea so you do not leave upset. I did not go back since I do not trust that they are clean, especially with the dining room bad smell all the day. Today I checked out and they decided to charge me GBP 61! And then say that there are no record that states that the manager told you that your tea is on the house!
The only positive thing about this hotel is their location in front of the lake. Rooms, washrooms, and dining room all smell bad and old. Wouldn’t recommend anyone to stay here.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Wai Yee Betty • couple • hk
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Annmarie • couple • gb
9
Very nice. Location was great and the views were lovely.
Pros:

The room and breakfast was nice. The breakfast was a bit pricey £20.00 per person but it was a buffet so you could get what you wanted and they did have everything for a breakfast.

Cons:

I had to wait a fair while to be served at the bar. There was one else around and number of staff walked past me. I eventually had to stop one of the staff to serve me.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • gb
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Adhiraj • couple • in
10
Pros:

Exceptional views and very big and comfortable rooms

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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YOUSEF • solo_traveller • sa
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • couple • gb
9
The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The Hotelwas well situated within walking distance of the marina and bus t
Pros:

We had a suite with a view of the lake which was very nice. A very comfortable lounge area with large televisions

Cons:

These rooms only have an overhead shower over the bath. There was no handle to hold to help get into the shower and the bath was slippery. The switch for the shower was behind the shower head which meant we could not turn it on to warm up without getting wet
Breakfast was buffet style but we were not informed that we could request poached or boiled eggs and only found out when we heard someone else ordering them.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing apart from no aircon

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Hamish • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Great location and dining experience

Cons:

Bathroom was a joke.. made airline toilets look spacious, had to side shuffle onto the toilet and put head it the handbasin while sitting, my 80 year old mother really struggled with it

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Loo • extended_group • sg
8
Overall, it was a pleasant stay for us. Spacious rooms and bathrooms.
Pros:

It is extremely close to the jetty or pier of Lake Windermere with a back door that leads you there easily. Lots of Thai food around the place with a Tesco Express
Convenience store nearby. Easy to drive to Ambleside and Keswick.

Cons:

The reason we chose The Belsfield is because they have an elevator. We do not want to lug our luggage up the stairs because of our bad back. But between the lift to the rooms, there were quite a few steps up and down between the lift to the rooms. When we arrived, someone was there to help us with the luggage but when we checked out on the last day morning at 7:30am, there was no one to help us. So something to consider.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Richard • extended_group • gb
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Christon • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

I loved everything about the hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
6
Disappointed with room standard. Rest of hotel is lovely and staff were helpful and friendly.
Pros:

The location, the features and the views

Cons:

How tatty the room was, peeling paint on windows, paint peeling off bathroom ceiling over the bath so didn’t want to use this. False eyelashes on the sofa, stains on furniture. Lack of plugs near the bed. Scuff marks on skirting boards, walls and doors. Expected more for the money.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • ie
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Superb Superb

Cons:

Nothing bad to say :)

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee