The Belsfield Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (2612 reviews)
Kendal Road, Bowness-On-Windermere , Bowness-on-Windermere , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
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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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 15 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 14 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2612 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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Wendy extended_group gb
8
I enjoyed it here, I would stay againa will be nice to see the improvements.
Pros:

the friendliness of the staff, very different to the last time I stayed here. When you are travelling on your own, its nice to be treated with respect, not as a foreign object. It wasn't clear about the cleaning of the room that you had to request it. Had to go down to get tea and coffee and milk because I had run out.

Cons:

I wasn't keen on the brightness of the lights in the bar - they could do with a dimmer switch to tone them down a bit. There wasn't a book in the room telling about the hotel and the facilities. eg menu for dining in the hotel in the evening. I was sad that breakfast was self service and the old menu has gone. there were no biscuits to go with the tea and coffee, and could we have some hot chocolate please. Having to pay for parking my car in the car park. Never had that before.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Lucie couple gb
10
2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Liza solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Friendly and accomodating staff.
Excellent location!
Good english breakfast.

Cons:

I wished room slippers were provided.

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Chia-Hao couple tw
10
2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Howard couple gb
8
Pros:

Location , staff

Cons:

Shabby painting , paint runs on window , noisy water pipes

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Alicia couple gb
8
2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Ray couple gb
10
Comfortable, peaceful and very enjoyable great work the Belsfield
Pros:

I liked the fact that I depend on a mobility scooter and the staff switched my room around to accommodate my needs to make my stay more comfortable, I was very grateful as I didn’t ask them too, they just did it, so thank you to the check in team, sorry I didn’t get your names but once again thank you

Cons:

Only down fall I suppose was the renovating but that means it will be even better the next time I stay

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Danny couple gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
10
2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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Colin solo_traveller gb
4
Our Experience
Pros:

All staff were very helpful and friendly.

Cons:

The hot breakfast was cold, plates were cold.
Fire alarm sounded at midnight and carried on for ages, nobody came to explain anything we had to come down from the second floor to find out the problem, it was a very frightening experience, especially for my wife who is visually impaired and obviously has difficulty using stairs, we should have been given a room on a lower floor especially when we had informed them in advance.

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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Christine couple gb
1
This was meant to be a treat after our stay in the area but was spoilt because of the above.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Although we paid for a lake view it was very restricted and the table and chairs were inaccessible because of the position of the bed. We were in a disabled room which was inappropriate. Also we were informed of a water main being switched off via a note in the check in envelope, this should have been made clear before arrival so we could cancel and be refunded. The building work also restricted views and was noisy.

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
7
overall a pleasant experience
Pros:

nice friendly, helpful staff, an excellent location nice and central , quiet, restful, outstanding views of the lake and fells, great breakfast,

Cons:

size of beds, car park charges

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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V7389LSkatyb Friends getaway
10
Excellent staff going above and beyond
Pros:

Staff shout out to Phillip Smith. Thankyou so much for recommending this short walk from Belsfield Hotel, right up a hill into a secluded forest area with beautiful views and benches to sit on.
I was visiting with friends and I had 30 minutes to get in as much exercise as I could and I wanted to get away from the touristy countryside areas busy with people. I asked Phillip for help, and he couldn't have been more helpful. He listened to my request and then went out of his way to recommend exactly what I needed, he also drew me a map and gave me directions. Great customer service, thank you,

2026-04-21 via Tripadvisor
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Abdulmohsen solo_traveller sa
10
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
couple gb
10
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Diane extended_group gb
4
Disappointed
Pros:

The location was perfect

Cons:

Room cold stuck in a corner lots of stairs to cart luggage up and down! Room looking out onto a building site. Windows rattled in the wind all night, charged £15 per night for car parking which was full of pot holes

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Liz solo_traveller gb
8
Great weekend away
Pros:

Great location, lovely staff and comfy bed 🛌 would definitely stay again

Cons:

Its a bit dated in places, I expected a bit more. But they are currently doing work on the hotel

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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John family_with_children gb
10
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Lorraine couple gb
9
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Gareth solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-19 via Nuitee