The Belsfield Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (2900 reviews)
Kendal Road, Bowness-On-Windermere , Bowness-on-Windermere , gb

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 2900 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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Serhan extended_group cy
7
2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Everything

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Juliano couple gb
10
Absolutely amazing! I’ll definitely be back
Pros:

A clean, peaceful and comfortable room with a pleasant atmosphere

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Amani solo_traveller kw
10
Pros:

Amazing location and view

Cons:

No A/C need offer light bed covers

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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SAEED solo_traveller sa
5
Pros:

الموقع

Cons:

اخذوا منتي تأمين وقالوا بنرجعه لك وللحين مارجعوه سحبوه من البطاقة

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Amani solo_traveller kw
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
A
Abdulaziz couple sa
8
Pros:

Wonderful staff and so lovely , the location and the design are so calming and give a great vibes.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Nicola couple gb
6
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Saud couple sa
10
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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joanm416 Family Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
2
Do not stay at this hotel - we had a very disappointing experience
Pros:

We booked a stay at this hotel for my husband's 70th birthday and our wedding anniversary. I booked a family room as the rooms on the website looked lovely. I phoned the hotel before the stay to let them know that it was a special occasion, requesting a room with a view. They said that they did not have a room with a view available but would ensure that we had a nice room. On arriving at the hotel, our room (with shabby chairs) looked onto renovations and a large mound of earth. We went to reception and asked for a change of room and were informed that we would be moved the next day. This did not happen. We were then informed that we had received a communication regarding the renovations and that there was information regarding it on the confirmation e-mail for both ours and our daughter's separate booking. This was not the case. No explanation or compensation was offered to us and the person at the desk (the manager, I believe) was curt and rude in his manner. The dining room is shabby and the service minimal (I had to make my own toast when I requested eggs on toast). We had to wait 40mins for a pre-booked afternoon tea. I sent a communication to the hotel afterwards and received no follow-up. My advice to you is do not stay in this over-priced hotel. It was a huge disappointment on a special occasion.

2026-08-12 via Tripadvisor
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NAKAYOKU family_with_children jp
9
素晴らしい旅行になりました
Pros:

立地場所がとても良かった

Cons:

バスタオルが大き過ぎて使いづらい

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Mark solo_traveller gb
10
An all-too-short journey breaking stay in a beautiful hotel in an iconic setting.
Pros:

Elegant, with a commanding view over Lake Windermere. Smartly and professionally run.

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Hill solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Very small bathroom

Cons:

Short stay

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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makeupservice Couples Todmorden, West Yorkshire, England
2
Don’t bother
Pros:

Very disappointing second visit nothing like it was a few years ago
Room was tiny with a filthy window overlooking another building peeling paint and an overall smell of wet dog only added to my discomfort
Breakfast was poor machine coffee awful with scummy foam on top
Plastic fried eggs been cooked a while ago no fresh option and exacerbated by guests touching bread and pastries with hands not tongs yuk!
Lots of crying toddlers I could have joined in !
Building work going on but contained behind a fence and not intrusive
Menu poor basic pub grub didn’t bother with that

2026-08-10 via Tripadvisor
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Lolwa family_with_children qa
7
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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HappyTravelPlanner Family
10
Great hotel with equally great service.
Pros:

From the minute we arrived, we were made to feel welcome.
Our bags were brought in from the car for us (thanks to the person who helped….Philip?) and there was a lovely welcome card in the room to mark my birthday (a lovely touch).

Our rooms were clean, very comfortable and had everything we needed.
We had a great night’s sleep and a filling breakfast.

The staff went over and above by being welcoming, attentive and thoughtful to any needs or questions we had before and during our stay.

Thanks go to Diego, Charlie and Nick.

Our family and friends group all really enjoyed our stay at The Belsfield and as soon as the opportunity arises, there will be no hesitation in booking again.

2026-08-09 via Tripadvisor
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Charl couple gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Very comfortable beds! Lovely location

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Ayman extended_group sa
3
‏موقع جيد لكن الخدمات جدا جدا جدا سيئة
Pros:

‏الموقع متميز جدا من جميع النواحي.

Cons:

‏عدة أشياء لم تعجبني:
1- الجو كان حار وكان هناك مروحة واحدة صغيرة وطلبت مروحة أخرى وكان الرد لا يوجد إلا مروحة واحدة فقط وفي نفس الوقت أخي نزل في فندق ماكدونالد وأعطوه مروحة ومكيف صغير
2- قارورة الماء يجب أن نأخذها من تحت وعندما نأخذ القارورة تقول لي لك قارورة واحدة فقط في اليوم وانت اخذت هذه القارورة ولا يحق لنا طلب قارورة أخرى بهذا الجو الحال.
3- الكنب في غرفة الاولاد كان به بقع مما يثير الإشمئزاز
4- كنا جالسين بالدهة أمام الفندق وطلبنا قهوة وقالت لنا أن الكهرباء مقطوعة وبعد فترة وجدنا الطاولة بجانبنا أحضروا قهوة فاستغربت ودخلت فوجدت الكهرباء رجعت ولا يتم أخبارنا ونحن ننتظر بالخارج وعندما أردت طلب قهوة قال لي يجب أن تدخل وتطلب القهوة وتأخذها معك للخارج خدمة جدا سيئة.
5- المناشف قليلة الشامبو قليل يجب الطلب من الاستقبال لأي شيء والنزول تحت وأخذ المناشف لا يوجد احد يوصل أي شيء للغرفة.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Siobhan couple gb
5
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Ahmed couple om
8
Pros:

I like the location and staff behaviour

Cons:

The amount of bookings and hotel in afternoon time were noise and the stairs when you walk on it make sound as it made from wood

2026-08-07 via Nuitee