Cumbria Grand Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (2332 reviews)
Lindale Rd , Grange Over Sands , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Clean environment
Pleasant staff
Great views
Cons:
Dated facilities
Poor food quality
Cleaning needed

Categories

Cleanliness
6.66
Multiple mentions of dated and dirty conditions suggest poor cleanliness.
Service
8.63
Consistent positive remarks about service and reception.
Location
8.67
Great location with scenic views frequently highlighted.
Room Quality
7.12
Rooms are described as spacious but some mention a need for updating.
Amenities
8.15
Good amenities with several offerings, though some items need cleaning or updating.
Value for Money
8.11
Good value points raised despite the hotel's old condition.
Food and Beverage
6.16
Mixed reviews on food quality, with criticisms on breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.13
Generally positive experiences with some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:26

Property Description

Garden Oasis and Lake Views
Nestled in 25 acres of picturesque gardens and woodlands, The Cumbria Grand offers a serene escape just a short drive from Lake Windermere. Enjoy stunning sea views over Morecambe Bay and the Yorkshire Dales from many of our spacious rooms.

Fine Dining and Leisure Activities
Indulge in traditional cuisine made with local ingredients at the Hazelwood Restaurant while taking in breathtaking Bay views. Unwind with activities like tennis, snooker, and a children’s play area.

Convenient Location and Family-Friendly Amenities
With easy access to the beach and nearby rail station, our Victorian hotel is perfect for family getaways. Book your stay now at The Cumbria Grand for a memorable retreat in the heart of nature.

Important information:

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.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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

7.7
Based on 2332 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.66
Service: 8.63
Location: 8.67
Room Quality: 7.12
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.11
Food and Beverage: 6.16
Overall Experience: 8.13
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Kathryn couple gb
4
Very disappointing for what we paid and what we actually got in return
Pros:

Spacious bedroom and bathroom, lots of dining and bar space, good outdoor space

Cons:

Receptionist unhelpful, food got returned as it was so poor, WiFi did not work despite asking them to check it, paintwork peeling, musty smell, very tired looking

2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Stephen extended_group gb
6
The establishment is a typical large Victorian hotel struggling in these uncertain times
Pros:

I knew the hotel was in need of modernisation and the owning company in administration so in that sense it met my expectations. Food - breakfast and evening meal were pretty good - the bedroom very tired.

Cons:

Still a bit expensive given the somewhat tired condition of the room / beds etc

2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
8
Great location for Cartmell races
Pros:

Room was very dated but clean. Breakfast was really good & great location

Cons:

Decor in the room was in need of repair & upgrade

2026-09-03 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
9
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Simon extended_group gb
5
Pros:

Breakfast was okay. The location was good as well. Plenty of parking spaces.

Cons:

Lifts were out of order. The hotel is massively rundown. Tatty paintwork, mouldy bathroom. I think everyone was doing their best but the place needs refurbishing.

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
8
Comfortable and great views. We even saw a deer in the garden. Very enjouable overall and we will definitely return
Pros:

Traditional, old English hotel with a long hiatory and very clean with friendly staff. We returned due to the experience of our first visit earlier this year.
We like the room sizes and views of the estuary, the lovely grounds and spacious restaurant/bar area.

Cons:

There is nothing we dislike about the property.
We couldn’t have the suite we wanted due to a maintenance issue and the one we got instead had wasps nests so we couldn’t open the windows. This wasn’t ideal as it was very warm, but it was quickly rectified by moving us to a different suite and we had a very comfortable stay.

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Dibin solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location, facilities and the woodwalk

Cons:

Lift was not working. Pub food was bad. Breakfast was good.

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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julie extended_group gb
8
2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
10
2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Elaine solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Good location
Friendly and knowledgeable staff
Room good size with a nice juliet balcony fir a view
11am check out is great
Toiletries and bowels
Comfortable bed
Free parking
Enjoyed evening meal. Good value

Cons:

Dog friendly areas could be expanded
Very limited space for dogs

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Weston extended_group gb
3
2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Clare couple gb
7
The hotel is a 15 min walk from Grange Over Sands with lovely views over the estuary
Pros:

Grand hotel hotel staff was friendly and breakfast was delicious

Cons:

Room was A little bit tired lifts not working

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Pamela couple gb
5
It served a purpose but we probably wouldn't stay again.
Pros:

The position and the public areas were delightfully furnished in a traditional manner

Cons:

Our room was spacious with comfortable bed and well furnished but the window was in a very poor condition; rotting wood and cracked glass.
Bathroom spacious but cold tap on the bath didn't work and bath surround needed replacing.

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Cynthia solo_traveller gb
4
2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Anthony couple gb
9
2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
2
Pros:

We booked 3 rooms and spent a lot, The location was great and the views from 2 were fantastic.

Cons:

The hotel is very run down, mold everywhere and it doesn't look like it's not had any money spent on it for 20 years at least, doors are falling off, corridors are cracked and plaster falling off daily with the carpets stained everywhere, the breakfast is terrible and poorly ran, it has the potential to be a great hotel if it had investment put into it. It's a shame to keep letting such a nice building in a great location jut rot away whilst taking people's hard earned money.

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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GARETH couple gb
5
Disappointing
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It was very tired

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Kate couple gb
5
I was expecting more for my money
Pros:

The view was lovely

Cons:

Breakfast was cold (meant to be hot) and not appealing and evening meal was a bland carvery.
Decor was Very very dated, peeling wall paper and in need a an overhaul
Room was foisty

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Sarah extended_group gb
4
Poor cleanliness and definitely overpriced. Won’t return
Pros:

Location and breakfast

Cons:

Cleanliness of the room / bathroom was very poor
Bed was extremely uncomfortable and the Springs had gone.

2026-08-31 via Nuitee
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Janet couple gb
10
Perfect place for our stay
Pros:

We stayed just one night on the weekend of Cartmel races and was chosen for the location and price which were excellent
An older property very picturesque
Rooms were very comfortable and clean great bathroom although dated a separate shower and bath
Bar area was beautiful with very comfortable chairs
Staff were very helpful and friendly
A great stay and would definitely recommend for a stay of one night or longer

Cons:

The style and cleanliness

2026-08-31 via Nuitee