Drove into bowness looking for a place to stay for a relaxing two days,it was the first place we saw . Impressive from outside with spectacular views but a different story inside.The bedroom was clean but bed linen was torn, shower area had cracked tiles and mould , shower itself took ages to get started. As we had not paid... more

I travelled with my Aunt for a weekend break and were initally very pleased wih the location, the hotel sits in best position in Bowness with beautiful views and is really handy for all the tourist activities. We were disappointed that our room was in the extension and we didn't really get the lake view we had paid for. However... more

Looks the business but is dated,dirty and is like Fawlty Towers.Pool is like mould greenhouse with murky water. A nightmare. more

when i booked the hotel for a surprise birthday weekend away for me and my partner at a price of £125 per night i was looking forward to it. when we arrived and so the building from outside i was impressed and so was my partner. when we went to our room and opened the door my face dropped because... more

We love the lakes especially bowness and visit regularily as we have family in windermere. We love to sit outside the Belsfield - weather permitting, and the view is fantastic. The staff are extremely friendly. However, the hotel needs to update the menu -for people passing by. Have not ate in the restaurant but 'casual' menu needs updating as you... more

My boyfriend & I stayed at this hotel, it cost us just under £50 pp pn it was well worth it, the rooms were spotless, breakfast was beautiful, staff were very courteous & polite. We thought the hotel & grounds were very beautiful & picturesque. more

unrivalled location, fab lake view but very expensive for old building, old furniture, creaking floors and extremely old bathrooms. we were charged 165 english pounds for one night in a suite . it was our honeymoon and we were so son dissappointed .we didnt even stay for breakfast. more

We are getting married at The Belsfield next year and stayed in the hotel last week to choose our menu and meet the staff. The general manager is superb and all the staff looked after our every need. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area, especially if you are looking for a place with character, charm,... more

Stayed 2 nights when the hotel was full. It caters for large coach parties. Parking at rear is fine. Is in good location with nice views of the lake. General exterior is in good condition. Rooms were clean and reception was attentive and reasonable. Carpets in corridors and stairs were worn out with tape holding it together and our room... more