Crosthwaite, Near Bowness on Windermere, Kendal, England
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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6/10 Okay
Alison
Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
4 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had one night at Damsen Dene and had a really lovely evening. The staff were helpful and friendly. The food was good and reasonably priced. Unfortunately the shower didn't work very well at all, and we were charged more than the price quoted for the room, maybe for our two little dogs. We mind too much as it is in a beautiful spot, and very easy from the motorway.
Alison
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Reception Team on 5 Feb 2024
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Staff were very courteous, don’t be afraid to ask for a different room if you are not happy. the first room I was allocated was not to my liking at all….
No view, directly onto flat roof with air con unit running outside, I asked the receptionist and given a choice of two other rooms and was moved to room number 3.
Now this room was a little smaller but it was warm, had character nice furnishing, 4 poster bed very comfortable and a spa bath. Very clean.
Food at the hotel was very good. Plenty of gardens to walk the dog.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Reception Team on 24 Oct 2023
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Really beautiful hotel and very cosy rooms, clean and comfortable.
Nice to have use of the spa and gym. Lovely food in the restaurant.
Receptionist extremely helpful and polite.
The only thing I can say is that it was a bit chilly through the night.
Sarah
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Reception Team on 24 Oct 2023
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8/10 Good
Matt
Business traveller
13 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Decent hotel, a little dated in areas ie gym/sauna/pool area but worth the visit.
Matt
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Reception Team on 24 Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Janet
1 Oct 2023
Janet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Reception Team on 7 Oct 2023
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Fantastic stay, lovely extremely efficient staff.
Very clean, rooms are cozy but have everything you need we both had a great sleep, the hotel was quiet and peaceful even though there was alot of people staying there it didnt feel like it
Foid was fabulous both dinner and breakfast great value for money
The gym could do with an update but has all you need
I would recommend staying at this hotel and would stay again as it less than 10mins drive for the windermere golf course
Ash
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Reception Team on 12 Sept 2023
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Comfortable room, friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed the jacuzzi and steam and there is also a sauna, pool and gym. For me food is important and the dinner of triple roast birds (additional payment), was the best meal I’ve ever had, second to the breakfast there which was included in the cost
Andrew
Response from Reception Team on 12 Sept 2023
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8/10 Good
Miss
9 Sept 2023
Miss
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Reception Team on 12 Sept 2023
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6/10 Okay
sandra
Travelled with partner
28 Aug 2023
The ducks at breakfast
sandra
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Reception Team on 30 Aug 2023
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The hotel was as expected and the superior rooms are very comfortable and spacious.
Graham
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Reception Team on 26 Aug 2023
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Layout and sceenery very good.
Food was average, not good value for the price.
The staff were very good at their job and were very courteous. The ducks were entertaining at breakfast time.
Alex
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Reception Team on 9 Sept 2023
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6/10 Okay
Jackson
21 Aug 2023
Jackson
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Reception Team on 26 Sept 2023
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Damson Dene is a comfortable and quiet stay near Windermere. We enjoyed the pool area and the gardens, especially the miniature village. The restaurant staff were very friendly and the breakfast was delicious.
Caroline
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Reception Team on 16 Aug 2023
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The place is fantastic, clean and really welcoming. Lovely spa and garden. The room was great as well.
Borislav
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Reception Team on 16 Aug 2023
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Loved the hotel,loved the staff very attentive and polite, loved the room the food the pool the jacuzzi,steam room,and sauna,the grounds are beautiful,really couldn't fault a thing,oh and loved the view from our huge free standing bath,and the cocktails at the bar,10 out of 10 from the wife and me 🙂
Mark
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Reception Team on 20 July 2023
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Had a lovely relaxing stay. Beautiful garden and views. Our standard room had everything required, comfortable bed, kettle and beverages, hair dryer and a nice bathroom. We slept very well. We had an evening meal in the restaurant which we enjoyed. The staff were friendly and polite. Would definitely return.
Lisa
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Reception Team on 10 July 2023
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We enjoyed our stay in this hotel. The room was spacious and clean. The location was great. The breakfast was good. Overall experience was great!
Arlene
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Reception Team on 10 July 2023
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Very nice rooms, comfy beds. Grounds are very nice with a lake out the back. Food very nice and service was always really friendly. Swimming pool area seemed a bit dated so dont expect a modern spa feel but enjoyed it all the same.
Mark
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Reception Team on 3 July 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Stephen
19 June 2023
Stephen
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Reception Team on 10 July 2023
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Loved this hotel, can’t fault it. We had a superior room in the new wing, nice and spacious and bathroom was fab.
We made good use of the pool, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room. The gym is a little tired but machines are useable.
The grounds are nice for sitting outside in good weather and there’s a cute little model village on site which is a nice little extra (tokens at reception).
Breakfast was pretty good. Staff in bar/restaurant were all really lovely and even though they were obviously exceptionally busy over bank holiday weekend everything ran really smoothly.
Sarah
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Reception Team on 3 June 2023
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8/10 Good
Neil
27 May 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Good 2 night stop over with a good full English breakfast
Neil
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Reception Team on 3 June 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Rafay
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Nice and cosy. Excellent pool, sauna and jacuzzi.
Well maintained. Neat and clean.
Lovely garden. Lots of parking spaces.
Very warm and welcoming staff.
Rafay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Reception Team on 3 June 2023
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Excellent property, fantastic facilities, could have stayed a lot longer than one night! Beautiful surroundings, great choice of food and drinks, beautifully cleaned room. So close to Windermere and other locations, but felt so far away from all the hustle and bustle! Highly recommended property for couples, groups and families.
Kerrie
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Reception Team on 20 May 2023
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8/10 Good
EAMON
17 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Decent Hotel in need of refresh
Nice Hotel but in need of some updating, especially outside. Walls grimy in places and window frames badly need repainting.
My room was a little cramped but ok. Main issue was lack of decent blinds / thick curtains to block out early morning light.
EAMON
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from Reception Team on 20 May 2023
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Staff really friendly clean and comfortable room food really good for gluten free lots to choose from. Nice relaxed atmosphere. I ate in the bar wasn’t a problem. I left too early for breakfast but was offered a gluten free packed meal. Nice touch.
Jason
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Reception Team on 20 May 2023
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Very nice hotel 10mins away from Bowness. Helpful and very friendly staff. Delicious food in the restaurant.
The only negative was the cold water in the pool.
A real home from home, with excellent facilities. Will definitely be back!
Dawn
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Reception Team on 26 Apr 2023
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A very pleasant and well modernised property in lovely countryside near Windermere. Very helpful staff, excellent meals with a wide menu.
Thhe building is rather rambling with a lot of stairs.
GARRICK
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Reception Team on 18 Apr 2023
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Excellent stay at this hotel. We visited as a family with 2 children. Great surroundings, delicious food, friendly staff, clean rooms and the pool was a real bonus for us!
Stefanie
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Reception Team on 13 Apr 2023
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Excellent stay here and would highly recommend . Friendly relaxing atmosphere . Outstanding food both breakfast and dinner was amazing. I would stay here again and recommend to family and friend's xx
Gillian
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Reception Team on 28 Feb 2023
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