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The Howbeck

5.0 of 5
New Road, Windermere LA23 2LA, England
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Ranked #25 of 115 Windermere B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 290 Reviews
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What travelers say about this B&B/inn
  • “Very clean” (12)
  • “Short walk” (5)
  • “Dining room” (4)
  • “Nice touch” (4)
  • “Helpful and friendly” (4)
  • “High standard” (4)
  • “Only SLIGHT” (3)
  • “Romantic package” (3)
  • “First class” (3)
  • “Main road” (3)
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Paradise”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

Stayed for two nights over the weekend. We had a wonderful time. The room was tastefully decorated, the breakfast was plentiful with great variety and nothing was too much for the exceptionally friendly staff! Well done to the Howbeck and thank you for a wonderful stay.

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 31, 2012

Dear guests, you are more than welcome for the services we provided, it's great to be appreciated! Thank you for publishing this wonderful review, 'Paradise' - what a great way to sum up your stay. Your lovely comments will be shared with all of team, and we all hope you will find the chance to visit again soon. Remember to... More

1 review
“Hotel first class, staff first class and breakfast excellent.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW via mobile

We had a great stay at the Howbeck. Locate between windermere and Bowness. The hotel was so clean and the welcome fantastic. Nothing was a problem to the staff with a good welcome and explanation of location and available facilities. We did not visit the spa but it looked good. Would stay again.

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 31, 2012

Dear guests, what a wonderful review! Thank you from all of the team at The Howbeck for sharing such lovely views and fabulous ratings. To receive full marks in all categories makes us very proud, and makes all the hard work our team put in seem very worth while. It's great to know how much you enjoyed yourselves and we... More

Worcester, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Nice but pricey!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed for one night after booking with secret escapes and I complained to them when I arrived home as we had booked for two nights but because of my husbands change of work commitments we could only stay the one night and the terms and conditions stated" 100% non refundable and no date changes are possible once the booking... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 31, 2012

Dear guests, we would like to thank you for your feedback following your break away with us last week. To receive 4s and 5s out of 5 is great to see, and your comments regarding the cleanliness and presentation are highly appreciated. I would like to take this opportunity to address the other points that you raise, as I do... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
“Average accommodation!!!!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

Stayed here for our 10th Wedding Anniversary for 2 nights, although we had a very pleasant time I feel this hotel/B&B is highly over priced and by no means a 5*. We stayed in Capelcrag which turned out to be a very small room with poor light. I found it dull to say the least, there were floor tiles in... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 25, 2012

Many thanks for your review, We do welcome all reviews, both critical ones & good ones! I am sorry you did not feel we offered you 5 star accommodation and service, as you will know we do not rate ourselves, this is done by independent associations annually and we have just been re awarded not only a 5 star AA... More

North Devon, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
“The Howbeck”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

A wonderful B &B, think boutique!. We had a lovely room, superking bed and nice, though small en-suite. Nothing was too much trouble for breakfast, with plenty of selection. The staff were excellent, nothing was too much trouble.

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 31, 2012

Dear guests, having read your review, we would like to thank you for your kind comments and terrific scores - 5/5 all round, what more could we ask for. We are extremely pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will find the opportunity to come and stay with us again sometime soon. Warmest regards from all of... More

Oxford, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Nice Place to stay.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Nice place to stay. Nothing really amazing, but it was very clean and had parking! Close to downtown as well. Please note, they don't not allow food or drinks in their room and the breakfast is not that great... stick with the cold breakfast, I had to send my hot one back twice.. I would stay again for a night... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 31, 2012

Dear guests, thank you for taking the time to share your review on Tripadvisor, we sincerely value your feedback. It's great to know you class us as 'a nice place to stay' and that you would stay with us again in the future. With regards to the breakfast, we are extremely sorry that you were not satisfied with your hot... More

Whitby, England, United Kingdom
1 review
“Mr & Mrs Hawes Honeymoon Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

An excellent hotel situated in a lovely location close to all amenities.The staff were very friendly and helpful and nothing was any trouble,also the breakfast was delicious with plenty of variety and presented beautifully.The rooms were very clean and comfortable and the spa bath was fantastic.To top off the stay we were also able to attend the local SPA at... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to review your stay. We are very pleased to receive such great feedback and delighted that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay and most of all enjoy your honeymoon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future maybe to celebrate your first anniversary. Thank you More

lancashire
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3 reviews 3 reviews
“Perfect Getaway”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

I booked 2 rooms at the Howbeck for a family getaway after reading the great reviews. I was certainly not disapointed. My room Kilnhow was tastefully decorated with a large comfortable bed and spacious bathroom with a large walk in shower (ideal for my 81 year old mum). The complimentary coffee and tea on arrival was nice and welcoming. The... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 23, 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to review your stay. We are very pleased to receive such great feedback and delighted that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future. Thank you More

Canterbury, United Kingdom
2 reviews
“Great Stay!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

This was our first stay in the Lake District and the Howbeck was perfect. Easy parking on arrival and a welcome cup of tea in the Lounge. Breakfast was superb with good choice and quality. The staff were very friendly and highly efficient. Our room and en suite was spotless, at the front of the property, and although it was... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 16, 2012

Dear guests, thank you for publishing such a great review. We never stop trying to provide the best experience for our guests, and reviews like yours fuel the fire to keep doing so! We hope very much you'll pay us a return visit sometime. Thank you More

Manchester, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great stay to celebrate 50th!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

We stayed her on 11th and 12th May to celebrate my partners 50th as a treat. We stayed in the Meregill which has a fantastic bathroom with corner spa bath. Room was very clean and beautifully and tastefully presented. We were greeted with complimentary tea and coffee on arrival and all the staff were genuinely helpful and friendly. Breakfast was... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
May 16, 2012

You are most welcome. Thanks very much indeed for that great review. Most of our business is couple who stay for a short break, and anniversaries figure highly in influencing people to take that extra special break. I hope we can welcome you back for many more special occasions. Thank you More

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New Road, Windermere LA23 2LA, England
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