The Gateway Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (695 reviews)
The Gateway Hotel 1 Crook Road , Kendal , GB

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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David • couple • gb
8
The stay was above average with other areas of the Lakes accessable
Pros:

The staff were great especially Lee , the hotel is nice and clean and a very cosy bar area

Cons:

you had to travel away from the hotel if you wanted a walk as there are no footpaths , the rooms were quite noisy from other occupants walking about , food is average for the price not bad but nothing special my bug bare is frozen chips

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
Relaxing
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Fire Alarm

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Kirstie • couple • gb
9
Would definitely recommend
Pros:

Great location off the M6 - very clean and nicely furnished . Dogs very welcome .

Cons:

Minor detail that it wasn’t clear that I had to book a room for dog friendly and there is an extra charge for her- it was lucky they had a dog friendly room left ..I had just seen dog friendly hotel etc

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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louise • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Friendly staff , clean and well decorated room , great breakfast

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • gb
9
Lovely stay
Pros:

Clean and comfortable rooms. Bed linen and towels smelled amazing (fresh not starched) Bathroom had lovely added touch of locally sourced toiletries.
Fresh milk supplied in small mini fridge was an added bonus as well as the complimentary chocolates.
Bed very comfortable, probably one of the best nights sleep we've ever had away from home.
Bar and restaurant very nice. Loads to choose from on the menu. Food and drink competitively priced.
Staff very friendly and welcoming.
Would definitely visit again and would recommend to others.

Cons:

Stairwell up to second floor quite narrow & steep but that wouldn't deter us from staying again.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Morris • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The location was good. Breakfast good choices. We stayed for three nights

Cons:

The weather was not kind to us

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • gb
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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MrTWiltshire • family_with_children • gb
9
Good location and great food
Pros:

It is a lovely hotel with plenty of parking and the restaurant not only has inside but also plenty of outside sitting. the staff were friendly and the room was lovely. perfect for short stay. the food was very nice and offers plenty of choices. they accommodate gluten free very well.

Cons:

the only downside is the location. its great in a way that you can connect with an A road right away but the same time its an A road and a very busy one. traffic is loud so sleeping with the window open was not an option, even at night it has traffic. it may not bother everyone but we had to close the windows.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Angelika • couple • gb
9
Great place to stay, will definitely come again.
Pros:

The accommodation was great, we had a large and comfortable room with a huge bathroom. The restaurant has a very cosy feel, it's nicely decorated and the food was delicious. Really recommend staying there.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Ray • solo_traveller • au
9
The hotel is very nice and the staff friendly, we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again
Pros:

Lovely hotel

Cons:

Nice rooms friendly service

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
7
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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alan • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely decor , lovely and clean

Cons:

Isolated

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • family_with_children • gb
8
Only stayed 1 night but had nice food nice bedroom nice bathroom good sleep hit abit expensive would stay again
Pros:

Clean, Nice view, nicely decorated room, nice bed, nice bathroom, good food, ideal for Lake District

Cons:

Wobbly table, confusing reception

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Hilary • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
J
jo • couple • gb
8
Nice pleasant stay lovely location and great food
Pros:

We have stayed here before. Nice location lovely hotel comfy beds and lovely food

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The outside space was beautiful and the room was lovely

Cons:

The room was quite dusty in areas and wardrobe very small. I had to hang my dresses from bathroom door casing.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Mathew • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee