Damson Dene Hotel
$146
/ night
Avg. for September
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$146
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Damson Dene Hotel average $125 in November, the cheapest month, and $159 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $134 |
| February | $135 |
| March | $137 |
| April | $142 |
| May | $146 |
| June | $146 |
| July | $159 |
| August | $143 |
| September | $146 |
| October | $143 |
| November | $125 |
| December | $132 |
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About this property
Relax in a national park with an indoor pool, hot tub, and spa services at this charming hotel in Crosthwaite.
Location
Located in Kendal, Damson Dene Hotel is in a rural area and in the mountains. Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lakes Aqaurium and Brewery Arts Centre. Kendal Museum and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway are also worth visiting.
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
Guest reviews
8.5
Very good
Based on 1,970 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
68%
Family
18%
Group
9%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of Damson Dene Hotel describe a friendly, characterful countryside stay with scenic grounds, appreciated leisure facilities, comfortable if sometimes dated rooms, and an appealing quiet location near Windermere, alongside occasional maintenance problems, patchy Wi‑Fi and other minor frustrations.
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What guests think
Reviews of Damson Dene Hotel describe a friendly, characterful countryside stay with scenic grounds, appreciated leisure facilities, comfortable if sometimes dated rooms, and an appealing quiet location near Windermere, alongside occasional maintenance problems, patchy Wi‑Fi and other minor frustrations.
Staff are frequently praised for being warm, helpful and accommodating, and the hotel is popular with families and dog owners. Breakfast draws consistent compliments, while dinner quality ranges from excellent to disappointing and sometimes overpriced, with good vegetarian and gluten‑free options noted. Overall, expect a relaxed, scenic base with friendly service and good value rather than a high‑end experience.
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Facilities
Leisure facilities (pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi) are popular and generally well maintained; the gym is small or dated and some equipment or temperatures need attention. Ample parking and pleasant gardens are repeatedly praised.
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10
Rafay
May 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice and cosy. Excellent pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Well maintained. Neat and clean. Lovely garden. Lots of parking spaces. Very warm and welcoming staff.
Nice and cosy. Excellent pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Well maintained. Neat and clean. Lovely garden. Lots of parking spaces. Very warm and welcoming staff.
8
Matt
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Decent hotel, a little dated in areas ie gym/sauna/pool area but worth the visit.
Decent hotel, a little dated in areas ie gym/sauna/pool area but worth the visit.
10
Helen
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Such a lovely stay. Lovely welcome and friendly receptionist very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Enjoyed the pool & spa area, didn’t get to the gym but it looked good with a great view. Would highly recommend.
Such a lovely stay. Lovely welcome and friendly receptionist very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Enjoyed the pool & spa area, didn’t get to the gym but it looked good with a great view. Would highly recommend.
8
Sonya
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The food is amazing, the staff are fantastic. The place is beautiful and quiet and the use of the facilities is included, gym, sauna, steam room, swimming pool and jacuzzi.
The food is amazing, the staff are fantastic. The place is beautiful and quiet and the use of the facilities is included, gym, sauna, steam room, swimming pool and jacuzzi.
10
Amanda
Jun 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A fabulous place to stay whilst exploring the lakes. Lovely breakfast with glorious views. Leisure and gym small and needing a little bit of a refresh but a nice option to have. Views are stunning, food good and bar good but a little pricey, but given Windermere is about 20 minutes away and taxis are pricey, it seemed a sensible option to stay put. Overall a great place.
A fabulous place to stay whilst exploring the lakes. Lovely breakfast with glorious views. Leisure and gym small and needing a little bit of a refresh but a nice option to have. Views are stunning, food good and bar good but a little pricey, but given Windermere is about 20 minutes away and taxis are pricey, it seemed a sensible option to stay put. Overall a great place.
8
Lucie
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay this weekend, great facilities and lots of parking.
Lovely stay this weekend, great facilities and lots of parking.
10
Mariana
May 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Selena
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellant breakfast choice and period of which this was great. Gym facitilities were ok but not all appeared to be in working order. Cleaan pool. Jacuzzi, steam roon and sauna. Grounds were nice and well kept.
Excellant breakfast choice and period of which this was great. Gym facitilities were ok but not all appeared to be in working order. Cleaan pool. Jacuzzi, steam roon and sauna. Grounds were nice and well kept.
10
Sarah
May 30, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
10
David
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Second stay here, and I look forward to returning. Staff are so friendly and accommodating. Excellent leisure facilities and a overall great place to stay!
Second stay here, and I look forward to returning. Staff are so friendly and accommodating. Excellent leisure facilities and a overall great place to stay!
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Cleanliness
Overall cleanliness is praised across rooms and common areas, with many describing spaces as tidy and well kept. Occasional lapses appear, such as stained furniture, sticky restaurant tables or grimy paintwork.
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10
Rafay
May 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice and cosy. Excellent pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Well maintained. Neat and clean. Lovely garden. Lots of parking spaces. Very warm and welcoming staff.
Nice and cosy. Excellent pool, sauna and jacuzzi. Well maintained. Neat and clean. Lovely garden. Lots of parking spaces. Very warm and welcoming staff.
8
Carla
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We chose this hotel as we wanted a quiet night away not too far from home and away from the busy tourist areas and it didn’t disappoint. It’s hard to judge a place on a quiet weeknight in November but we had a lovely stay. The room was lovely and clean with everything we needed. Dinner was great even if very quiet but to be expected this time of the year. Breakfast was freshly cooked and a large range of things in the buffet. Plenty of fresh coffee offered at regular intervals. All the staff we met were so nice and friendly and professional. As I have worked in hotels and most recently as a housekeeper I notice any little things that are often overlooked but I was fully relaxed and everywhere was clean and tidy and there was nothing that would put me off from going there again.
We chose this hotel as we wanted a quiet night away not too far from home and away from the busy tourist areas and it didn’t disappoint. It’s hard to judge a place on a quiet weeknight in November but we had a lovely stay. The room was lovely and clean with everything we needed. Dinner was great even if very quiet but to be expected this time of the year. Breakfast was freshly cooked and a large range of things in the buffet. Plenty of fresh coffee offered at regular intervals. All the staff we met were so nice and friendly and professional. As I have worked in hotels and most recently as a housekeeper I notice any little things that are often overlooked but I was fully relaxed and everywhere was clean and tidy and there was nothing that would put me off from going there again.
8
EAMON
May 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Arthur
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ver good siting and gardens. On the whole, a very enjoyable stay marred only by the sticky tables in the restaurant! The waiter, who was otherwise very helpful, said the problem appeared to be with the spray used to clean the tables. We had a bit of banter about my being a chemist and so able to solve the issue but really the hotel should deal with the problem. Either they should thoroughly clean the table tops using hot soapy water or methylated spirit or if that does not remove the stickiness, refinish the table tops since the problem will be with the surface lacquer. Whatever solution solves the problem, then the spray cleaner needs to be changed!
Ver good siting and gardens. On the whole, a very enjoyable stay marred only by the sticky tables in the restaurant! The waiter, who was otherwise very helpful, said the problem appeared to be with the spray used to clean the tables. We had a bit of banter about my being a chemist and so able to solve the issue but really the hotel should deal with the problem. Either they should thoroughly clean the table tops using hot soapy water or methylated spirit or if that does not remove the stickiness, refinish the table tops since the problem will be with the surface lacquer. Whatever solution solves the problem, then the spray cleaner needs to be changed!
10
Chris
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only stayed one night. Lovely quiet setting. The whole place has character. Staff were great and friendly, very accommodating. Beautiful views from the restaurant and bar of the gardens. Room was nice, tidy and clean although a little warm for my liking. Will be back for another stay soon!
Only stayed one night. Lovely quiet setting. The whole place has character. Staff were great and friendly, very accommodating. Beautiful views from the restaurant and bar of the gardens. Room was nice, tidy and clean although a little warm for my liking. Will be back for another stay soon!
10
valerie
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel room immaculately clean and comfortable, our room had large bathroom with jacuzzi bath ,breakfast excellent . Staff very pleasant and helpful, set in peaceful location lovely gardens.
Lovely hotel room immaculately clean and comfortable, our room had large bathroom with jacuzzi bath ,breakfast excellent . Staff very pleasant and helpful, set in peaceful location lovely gardens.
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Karl
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel room (53) had a broken toilet seat (it fell off) as the hinge was broken. The mini sofa seat in the room had some nasty (curry ?) stains on it so not able to use. The door lock was quite difficult to close each time we left. We had to slam the door quite hard to get it to lock properly. Other than that the hotel was fine. We were offered other rooms to change to but this room had a better view.
The hotel room (53) had a broken toilet seat (it fell off) as the hinge was broken. The mini sofa seat in the room had some nasty (curry ?) stains on it so not able to use. The door lock was quite difficult to close each time we left. We had to slam the door quite hard to get it to lock properly. Other than that the hotel was fine. We were offered other rooms to change to but this room had a better view.
8
Anupom
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
10
KONARK
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed staying in the property. We had a car and can visit all the Lake District attractions from the location. The view of the hotel was superb and manage to take some nice snaps. English Breakfast was included and the hospitality was superb. I faced flush issue with the toilet but the hotel has resolved the issue within quick turnaround time. Very impressed with the quick resolving of this issue. The room service was also good with general toiletries, room cleaning and towels changed on a daily basis. I would like to extend my thanks to the hotel management for making our holiday memorable. Regards Konark
We enjoyed staying in the property. We had a car and can visit all the Lake District attractions from the location. The view of the hotel was superb and manage to take some nice snaps. English Breakfast was included and the hospitality was superb. I faced flush issue with the toilet but the hotel has resolved the issue within quick turnaround time. Very impressed with the quick resolving of this issue. The room service was also good with general toiletries, room cleaning and towels changed on a daily basis. I would like to extend my thanks to the hotel management for making our holiday memorable. Regards Konark
10
Gunwant
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice and clean
Very nice and clean
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, with some spacious options and garden views, but décor can feel dated and layouts vary. Guests report occasional comfort or maintenance issues such as temperature swings, weak showers, tricky locks, and mixed Wi‑Fi.
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Lisa
Jul 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
8
EAMON
May 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Thomas
Mar 14, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It may be a 3 star hotel but service is 5 star - incredibly helpful and friendly staff and impeccably clean everywhere. It's a lovely quiet spot too - looking out onto the gardens and surrounding rural area from the bar and restaurant is really nice. The only things letting it down are the older decor in the rooms (although the bed was very comfy with lovely bedding) and the fact that the walls are very thin (I could hear neighbours talking and TVs, and bathroom usage), plus I had a basin that wouldn't drain and a weak shower, but this is why it's classed as 3 star I suppose. The other let down was the dinner food which was a bit odd and overpriced with strange, over-elaborate menu choices, although I had a couple of great starters. Breakfast was better but I would still have preferred more simple choices - the Sunday buffet was best as I could have any combination of cooked breakfast I wanted. But these are small concerns when overall it's great value for money and has a lovely vibe. And I didn't get to try the spa and gym facilities - next time!
It may be a 3 star hotel but service is 5 star - incredibly helpful and friendly staff and impeccably clean everywhere. It's a lovely quiet spot too - looking out onto the gardens and surrounding rural area from the bar and restaurant is really nice. The only things letting it down are the older decor in the rooms (although the bed was very comfy with lovely bedding) and the fact that the walls are very thin (I could hear neighbours talking and TVs, and bathroom usage), plus I had a basin that wouldn't drain and a weak shower, but this is why it's classed as 3 star I suppose. The other let down was the dinner food which was a bit odd and overpriced with strange, over-elaborate menu choices, although I had a couple of great starters. Breakfast was better but I would still have preferred more simple choices - the Sunday buffet was best as I could have any combination of cooked breakfast I wanted. But these are small concerns when overall it's great value for money and has a lovely vibe. And I didn't get to try the spa and gym facilities - next time!
8
Linda
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Liked the exterior, gardens and the loumge with lovely open fire. The modern part was clean but unexceptional. The rooms were large clean and comfortable. An accessible bathroom and walk in shower would have been more suitable for our needs but the bath with inclusive shower would have been acceptable for most people. Overall very comfortable with lovely views over the surrounding countryside.
Liked the exterior, gardens and the loumge with lovely open fire. The modern part was clean but unexceptional. The rooms were large clean and comfortable. An accessible bathroom and walk in shower would have been more suitable for our needs but the bath with inclusive shower would have been acceptable for most people. Overall very comfortable with lovely views over the surrounding countryside.
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Julie
Jan 7, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We have stayed here on several occasions and really enjoyed it. However, this visit the room was extremely cold and we had to ask for a blanket- it helped but was still cold. The WiFi signal was appalling- could not get a decent connection which hasn’t happened in previous visits. The breakfast was lovely and the staff very pleasant. After this visit we may not go again
We have stayed here on several occasions and really enjoyed it. However, this visit the room was extremely cold and we had to ask for a blanket- it helped but was still cold. The WiFi signal was appalling- could not get a decent connection which hasn’t happened in previous visits. The breakfast was lovely and the staff very pleasant. After this visit we may not go again
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Graham
Aug 23, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
The hotel was as expected and the superior rooms are very comfortable and spacious.
The hotel was as expected and the superior rooms are very comfortable and spacious.
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Anupom
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
8
Nasimul
Jun 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property was easy to find. Parking was easy. Got a friendly welcome. Breakfast was ready before time which was really helpful as we had to leave quickly. The room was a bit difficult to get in to as there was a bedside stand as soon as you open the door so had to negotiate around it everytime I entered & exited the room.
The property was easy to find. Parking was easy. Got a friendly welcome. Breakfast was ready before time which was really helpful as we had to leave quickly. The room was a bit difficult to get in to as there was a bedside stand as soon as you open the door so had to negotiate around it everytime I entered & exited the room.
8
Beverley
Nov 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely comfortable room, only issue was the TV wouldn't turn off or volume turn down so was on all night on my first nights stay. Reception sorted it next day for me.food and service were very good. Would definitely visit again.
Lovely comfortable room, only issue was the TV wouldn't turn off or volume turn down so was on all night on my first nights stay. Reception sorted it next day for me.food and service were very good. Would definitely visit again.
8
Steely
Jan 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was really nice, clean and spacious, the bed was also bigger than a standard double bed, bathroom was nice and spacious with a nice shower and a bathtub, the breakfast selection was nice however I wouldn’t recommend the restaurant of the hotel as we had dinner there one night that was terrible, the worst meal I’ve had in years, we ordered a pork belly for starter that was more fat that pork meat and completely tasteless and the pheasant dish that was absolutely disgusting, dry and tasteless, honestly the worst meal we have had in years which was very disappointing
The room was really nice, clean and spacious, the bed was also bigger than a standard double bed, bathroom was nice and spacious with a nice shower and a bathtub, the breakfast selection was nice however I wouldn’t recommend the restaurant of the hotel as we had dinner there one night that was terrible, the worst meal I’ve had in years, we ordered a pork belly for starter that was more fat that pork meat and completely tasteless and the pheasant dish that was absolutely disgusting, dry and tasteless, honestly the worst meal we have had in years which was very disappointing
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Service
Service is frequently described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with quick resolution of issues. A few guests report billing discrepancies, inconsistent housekeeping or brusque breakfast service.
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Carla
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We chose this hotel as we wanted a quiet night away not too far from home and away from the busy tourist areas and it didn’t disappoint. It’s hard to judge a place on a quiet weeknight in November but we had a lovely stay. The room was lovely and clean with everything we needed. Dinner was great even if very quiet but to be expected this time of the year. Breakfast was freshly cooked and a large range of things in the buffet. Plenty of fresh coffee offered at regular intervals. All the staff we met were so nice and friendly and professional. As I have worked in hotels and most recently as a housekeeper I notice any little things that are often overlooked but I was fully relaxed and everywhere was clean and tidy and there was nothing that would put me off from going there again.
We chose this hotel as we wanted a quiet night away not too far from home and away from the busy tourist areas and it didn’t disappoint. It’s hard to judge a place on a quiet weeknight in November but we had a lovely stay. The room was lovely and clean with everything we needed. Dinner was great even if very quiet but to be expected this time of the year. Breakfast was freshly cooked and a large range of things in the buffet. Plenty of fresh coffee offered at regular intervals. All the staff we met were so nice and friendly and professional. As I have worked in hotels and most recently as a housekeeper I notice any little things that are often overlooked but I was fully relaxed and everywhere was clean and tidy and there was nothing that would put me off from going there again.
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Claire
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
When we arrived they tried to charge extra than quoted for the room. The room was small and dated very average for the price. We stated we had 2 dogs before arrival and still got a small room. The food and drinks were ok. Nothing above average. We asked to have our deserts in our room. There was a £5 extra charge for this Again when checking out. Extra chargers were added that we had paid for. Just ok room and food. Could probably get better for the price.
When we arrived they tried to charge extra than quoted for the room. The room was small and dated very average for the price. We stated we had 2 dogs before arrival and still got a small room. The food and drinks were ok. Nothing above average. We asked to have our deserts in our room. There was a £5 extra charge for this Again when checking out. Extra chargers were added that we had paid for. Just ok room and food. Could probably get better for the price.
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Alison
Feb 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Paul
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
All staff were very friendly and welcoming, thank you to them all.
All staff were very friendly and welcoming, thank you to them all.
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ISABELLE
Feb 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff super friendly. Hotel very clean. Great value for money
Staff super friendly. Hotel very clean. Great value for money
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Alan
Jun 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice room and great parking at the door. Staff were very attentive and friendly. I had breakfast and dinner at the hotel with a great choice for all meals. Definitely stay here again
Very nice room and great parking at the door. Staff were very attentive and friendly. I had breakfast and dinner at the hotel with a great choice for all meals. Definitely stay here again
10
KONARK
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed staying in the property. We had a car and can visit all the Lake District attractions from the location. The view of the hotel was superb and manage to take some nice snaps. English Breakfast was included and the hospitality was superb. I faced flush issue with the toilet but the hotel has resolved the issue within quick turnaround time. Very impressed with the quick resolving of this issue. The room service was also good with general toiletries, room cleaning and towels changed on a daily basis. I would like to extend my thanks to the hotel management for making our holiday memorable. Regards Konark
We enjoyed staying in the property. We had a car and can visit all the Lake District attractions from the location. The view of the hotel was superb and manage to take some nice snaps. English Breakfast was included and the hospitality was superb. I faced flush issue with the toilet but the hotel has resolved the issue within quick turnaround time. Very impressed with the quick resolving of this issue. The room service was also good with general toiletries, room cleaning and towels changed on a daily basis. I would like to extend my thanks to the hotel management for making our holiday memorable. Regards Konark
10
EMMA
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Always a great stay at the Damson Dene. Natalya and her team do an amazing job to make you feel welcome and looked after. The food at dinner and breakfast always 10/10.
Always a great stay at the Damson Dene. Natalya and her team do an amazing job to make you feel welcome and looked after. The food at dinner and breakfast always 10/10.
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David
Dec 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely relaxing stay. Staff amazing
Lovely relaxing stay. Staff amazing
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Mark
Jul 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Reception staff great, evening restaurant staff very courteous and attentive, morning breakfast staff could do with an attitude reset - very abrasive and guests seemed to be an inconvenience, especially when disrupting whatever was holding their attention on their mobiles (the server with the bleach blonde hair in particular). Room very comfortable.
Reception staff great, evening restaurant staff very courteous and attentive, morning breakfast staff could do with an attitude reset - very abrasive and guests seemed to be an inconvenience, especially when disrupting whatever was holding their attention on their mobiles (the server with the bleach blonde hair in particular). Room very comfortable.
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Location
Scenic, peaceful countryside setting near Windermere, handy for exploring the Lakes and enjoying garden views. Easy access by car and a quiet atmosphere are commonly mentioned.
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Katherine
Mar 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel with a nice view. The room was spacious and comfortable and the facilities were good for us and our two small children.
Lovely hotel with a nice view. The room was spacious and comfortable and the facilities were good for us and our two small children.
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Thomas
Mar 14, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It may be a 3 star hotel but service is 5 star - incredibly helpful and friendly staff and impeccably clean everywhere. It's a lovely quiet spot too - looking out onto the gardens and surrounding rural area from the bar and restaurant is really nice. The only things letting it down are the older decor in the rooms (although the bed was very comfy with lovely bedding) and the fact that the walls are very thin (I could hear neighbours talking and TVs, and bathroom usage), plus I had a basin that wouldn't drain and a weak shower, but this is why it's classed as 3 star I suppose. The other let down was the dinner food which was a bit odd and overpriced with strange, over-elaborate menu choices, although I had a couple of great starters. Breakfast was better but I would still have preferred more simple choices - the Sunday buffet was best as I could have any combination of cooked breakfast I wanted. But these are small concerns when overall it's great value for money and has a lovely vibe. And I didn't get to try the spa and gym facilities - next time!
It may be a 3 star hotel but service is 5 star - incredibly helpful and friendly staff and impeccably clean everywhere. It's a lovely quiet spot too - looking out onto the gardens and surrounding rural area from the bar and restaurant is really nice. The only things letting it down are the older decor in the rooms (although the bed was very comfy with lovely bedding) and the fact that the walls are very thin (I could hear neighbours talking and TVs, and bathroom usage), plus I had a basin that wouldn't drain and a weak shower, but this is why it's classed as 3 star I suppose. The other let down was the dinner food which was a bit odd and overpriced with strange, over-elaborate menu choices, although I had a couple of great starters. Breakfast was better but I would still have preferred more simple choices - the Sunday buffet was best as I could have any combination of cooked breakfast I wanted. But these are small concerns when overall it's great value for money and has a lovely vibe. And I didn't get to try the spa and gym facilities - next time!
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Kerrie
May 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Amanda
Jun 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A fabulous place to stay whilst exploring the lakes. Lovely breakfast with glorious views. Leisure and gym small and needing a little bit of a refresh but a nice option to have. Views are stunning, food good and bar good but a little pricey, but given Windermere is about 20 minutes away and taxis are pricey, it seemed a sensible option to stay put. Overall a great place.
A fabulous place to stay whilst exploring the lakes. Lovely breakfast with glorious views. Leisure and gym small and needing a little bit of a refresh but a nice option to have. Views are stunning, food good and bar good but a little pricey, but given Windermere is about 20 minutes away and taxis are pricey, it seemed a sensible option to stay put. Overall a great place.
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Chris
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only stayed one night. Lovely quiet setting. The whole place has character. Staff were great and friendly, very accommodating. Beautiful views from the restaurant and bar of the gardens. Room was nice, tidy and clean although a little warm for my liking. Will be back for another stay soon!
Only stayed one night. Lovely quiet setting. The whole place has character. Staff were great and friendly, very accommodating. Beautiful views from the restaurant and bar of the gardens. Room was nice, tidy and clean although a little warm for my liking. Will be back for another stay soon!
10
valerie
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel room immaculately clean and comfortable, our room had large bathroom with jacuzzi bath ,breakfast excellent . Staff very pleasant and helpful, set in peaceful location lovely gardens.
Lovely hotel room immaculately clean and comfortable, our room had large bathroom with jacuzzi bath ,breakfast excellent . Staff very pleasant and helpful, set in peaceful location lovely gardens.
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Raul
Aug 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Well located and great service. Incredible surroundings
Well located and great service. Incredible surroundings
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Anupom
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
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KONARK
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed staying in the property. We had a car and can visit all the Lake District attractions from the location. The view of the hotel was superb and manage to take some nice snaps. English Breakfast was included and the hospitality was superb. I faced flush issue with the toilet but the hotel has resolved the issue within quick turnaround time. Very impressed with the quick resolving of this issue. The room service was also good with general toiletries, room cleaning and towels changed on a daily basis. I would like to extend my thanks to the hotel management for making our holiday memorable. Regards Konark
We enjoyed staying in the property. We had a car and can visit all the Lake District attractions from the location. The view of the hotel was superb and manage to take some nice snaps. English Breakfast was included and the hospitality was superb. I faced flush issue with the toilet but the hotel has resolved the issue within quick turnaround time. Very impressed with the quick resolving of this issue. The room service was also good with general toiletries, room cleaning and towels changed on a daily basis. I would like to extend my thanks to the hotel management for making our holiday memorable. Regards Konark
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GARRICK
Apr 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Dining
Breakfast receives consistent praise. Dinner ranges from excellent to average or poor, with some finding prices high, though vegetarian and gluten‑free options are available.
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Kathryn
Jan 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a good stay. Very impressed with knowledge and provision for gluten free diet.
We had a good stay. Very impressed with knowledge and provision for gluten free diet.
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John
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
V good hotel , makes you and your pet feel valued. Evening Meal outstanding Breakfast one day buffet, 2nd day table service - not as much choice
V good hotel , makes you and your pet feel valued. Evening Meal outstanding Breakfast one day buffet, 2nd day table service - not as much choice
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Sonya
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The food is amazing, the staff are fantastic. The place is beautiful and quiet and the use of the facilities is included, gym, sauna, steam room, swimming pool and jacuzzi.
The food is amazing, the staff are fantastic. The place is beautiful and quiet and the use of the facilities is included, gym, sauna, steam room, swimming pool and jacuzzi.
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Amanda
Jun 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A fabulous place to stay whilst exploring the lakes. Lovely breakfast with glorious views. Leisure and gym small and needing a little bit of a refresh but a nice option to have. Views are stunning, food good and bar good but a little pricey, but given Windermere is about 20 minutes away and taxis are pricey, it seemed a sensible option to stay put. Overall a great place.
A fabulous place to stay whilst exploring the lakes. Lovely breakfast with glorious views. Leisure and gym small and needing a little bit of a refresh but a nice option to have. Views are stunning, food good and bar good but a little pricey, but given Windermere is about 20 minutes away and taxis are pricey, it seemed a sensible option to stay put. Overall a great place.
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Lorraine
Oct 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We often choose to stay at the Damson Dene because of the delicious food, it brings us back - bravo Stefano, consistency of super menu choices, really tasty and well presented food. Service always excellent too, staff make this place !
We often choose to stay at the Damson Dene because of the delicious food, it brings us back - bravo Stefano, consistency of super menu choices, really tasty and well presented food. Service always excellent too, staff make this place !
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Anupom
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
This hotel is set in its own grounds which is very nice to spend time some time in on a nice day. My room was clean and comfortable and the bathroom had an excellent showera. It was very hot and the windows only open a few inches, no AC so on a hot day trying to sleep was uncomfortable. I had dinner at the hotel and it was decent, a bit overpriced for the quality though. Breakfast was good overall. Overall I would recommend this hotel.
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Selena
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellant breakfast choice and period of which this was great. Gym facitilities were ok but not all appeared to be in working order. Cleaan pool. Jacuzzi, steam roon and sauna. Grounds were nice and well kept.
Excellant breakfast choice and period of which this was great. Gym facitilities were ok but not all appeared to be in working order. Cleaan pool. Jacuzzi, steam roon and sauna. Grounds were nice and well kept.
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James
Mar 2, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Breakfast and Dinner excellent and we were well looked after. Spa facilities were good. Gym was OK, apart from the availability of cleaning materials for wiping down equipment after use.
Breakfast and Dinner excellent and we were well looked after. Spa facilities were good. Gym was OK, apart from the availability of cleaning materials for wiping down equipment after use.
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Steely
Jan 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was really nice, clean and spacious, the bed was also bigger than a standard double bed, bathroom was nice and spacious with a nice shower and a bathtub, the breakfast selection was nice however I wouldn’t recommend the restaurant of the hotel as we had dinner there one night that was terrible, the worst meal I’ve had in years, we ordered a pork belly for starter that was more fat that pork meat and completely tasteless and the pheasant dish that was absolutely disgusting, dry and tasteless, honestly the worst meal we have had in years which was very disappointing
The room was really nice, clean and spacious, the bed was also bigger than a standard double bed, bathroom was nice and spacious with a nice shower and a bathtub, the breakfast selection was nice however I wouldn’t recommend the restaurant of the hotel as we had dinner there one night that was terrible, the worst meal I’ve had in years, we ordered a pork belly for starter that was more fat that pork meat and completely tasteless and the pheasant dish that was absolutely disgusting, dry and tasteless, honestly the worst meal we have had in years which was very disappointing
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dean
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The food and drinks are amazing. The view is beautiful. The grounds are small but very beautiful with a pond that a lot of ducks live. The rooms are clean tidy and comfy. The reception has an open fire which smells amazing staff are very welcoming.
The food and drinks are amazing. The view is beautiful. The grounds are small but very beautiful with a pond that a lot of ducks live. The rooms are clean tidy and comfy. The reception has an open fire which smells amazing staff are very welcoming.
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Tracey
last month
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Stayed 4 nights
We loved our stay in the cabin and would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing break. Looking to book again for later in the year.
We loved our stay in the cabin and would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing break. Looking to book again for later in the year.
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vicky
Jul 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were fantastic
Staff were fantastic
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David
Jul 29, 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
Location of hotel excellent for a base in the Lakes. Lovely clean rooms and friendly staff. Breakfast was well laid out and very nice. Lovely gardens with a duck pond. Plenty of parking available. Plenty of seating inside and outside, which was lovely this summer. The meals I had were lovely and tasty.
Location of hotel excellent for a base in the Lakes. Lovely clean rooms and friendly staff. Breakfast was well laid out and very nice. Lovely gardens with a duck pond. Plenty of parking available. Plenty of seating inside and outside, which was lovely this summer. The meals I had were lovely and tasty.
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virginie
Jul 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
If you have the chance, take the cabin! It’s so nice to have your own backyard, with a spa and furniture outside, you really feel like home. We ate both dinner and breakfast at the hotel and it was delicious. The staff is really nice and smiling! Would totally recommand! It’s close to any hikes + we saw a few bikers too!
If you have the chance, take the cabin! It’s so nice to have your own backyard, with a spa and furniture outside, you really feel like home. We ate both dinner and breakfast at the hotel and it was delicious. The staff is really nice and smiling! Would totally recommand! It’s close to any hikes + we saw a few bikers too!
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Alison
Jul 17, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms, facilities and staff were exceptionally good. The food was outstanding. The hotel, itself, needs some upgrading to the exterior. Whilst the garden areas were beautiful, the cast iron white tables and chairs were dirty and needed a thorough clean. The water feature also. There were insufficient cushions on the exterior chairs. The whole outside of the building would benefit from white masonry painting to upgrade the property significantly. We would stay again
The rooms, facilities and staff were exceptionally good. The food was outstanding. The hotel, itself, needs some upgrading to the exterior. Whilst the garden areas were beautiful, the cast iron white tables and chairs were dirty and needed a thorough clean. The water feature also. There were insufficient cushions on the exterior chairs. The whole outside of the building would benefit from white masonry painting to upgrade the property significantly. We would stay again
Property Policies
Check-in
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From 15:00 to 22:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Damson Dene Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Parking is available on-site and is complimentary for guests. However, it is limited, so early arrival is recommended to secure a spot.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A homemade breakfast is offered each morning, providing a delightful start to the day. Specific serving hours are not mentioned.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is available from 15:00 until 22:00, and check-out is required by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options may be available upon request, but additional costs may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The hotel offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities. Step-free entrances are available, but specific details on room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is situated in Kendal, in a rural area surrounded by mountains. It is close to local landmarks such as Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House, and Claife Viewing Station. Attractions like Lakes Aquarium and Raw War Paintball are also nearby.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features both an indoor pool and an outdoor heated pool. Specific operational hours are not mentioned, but guests can enjoy swimming year-round.
What are the policies regarding children at the hotel?
Children are welcome at the hotel, and there is no minimum age specified for staying free of charge.
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What do room rates usually look like at Damson Dene Hotel in Kendal?
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Damson Dene Hotel in Kendal typically land around $153 a night for two guests, ranging from $118 to $200.
When is the best time to visit if I want fewer crowds at Damson Dene Hotel?
At the Damson Dene Hotel in Kendal, demand peaks in September and the quietest month is February, so you’ll find far lighter crowds and easier availability in February than in late summer and early autumn.
Which month is cheapest to stay at Damson Dene Hotel in Kendal?
November is the cheapest month to stay at Damson Dene Hotel in Kendal, averaging $150 a night; July is the priciest at $190. November has the lowest rates, though February is the quietest month for crowds.
How does the nightly price at Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite and Lyth compare to recent weeks?
The current price at Damson Dene Hotel in Crosthwaite and Lyth is $185 per night for 2 guests, which is typical for this hotel: within 10% of its $195 average over the last 60 days. Most nights over that period fell between $120 and $253.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-04: 197.4618177734375USD
- 2026-09-05: 165.31728694458008USD
- 2026-09-06: 129.4571302947998USD
- 2026-09-07: 184.18415338745118USD
- 2026-09-08: 178.804863180542USD
- 2026-09-09: 172.8119817626953USD
- 2026-09-10: 183.31505275878905USD
- 2026-09-11: 173.4596869720459USD
- 2026-09-12: NO DATA
- 2026-09-13: 140.09236866760253USD
- 2026-09-14: 153.67704131774903USD
- 2026-09-15: 156.15152012939453USD
- 2026-09-16: 163.91776237487792USD
- 2026-09-17: 151.90318428649903USD
- 2026-09-18: 213.41336393737794USD
- 2026-09-19: NO DATA
- 2026-09-20: 139.31299228515624USD
- 2026-09-21: 126.4220654510498USD
- 2026-09-22: 141.8088521560669USD
- 2026-09-23: 129.11863082275391USD
- 2026-09-24: 112.7134482269287USD
- 2026-09-25: 150.84432121887207USD
- 2026-09-26: 355.9082441711426USD
- 2026-09-27: 134.16214181671143USD
- 2026-09-28: 128.22645672607422USD
- 2026-09-29: 120.19425820465088USD
- 2026-09-30: 195.59456813354493USD
- 2026-10-01: 174.09264784545897USD
- 2026-10-02: 150.84432121887207USD
- 2026-10-03: 265.45509256896975USD
- 2026-10-04: 103.62800437164306USD
- 2026-10-05: 111.02322808685302USD
- 2026-10-06: 118.36061749877929USD
- 2026-10-07: 117.48105229034424USD
- 2026-10-08: 118.00079899291993USD
- 2026-10-09: 146.21663771362304USD
- 2026-10-10: 281.67866464233396USD
- 2026-10-11: 112.86337260437011USD
- 2026-10-12: 108.2157080429077USD
- 2026-10-13: 108.76543076019287USD
- 2026-10-14: 111.84388683776855USD
- 2026-10-15: 103.49806991119385USD
- 2026-10-16: 131.5340082397461USD
- 2026-10-17: 132.6234587158203USD
- 2026-10-18: 113.82288861999511USD
- 2026-10-19: 145.71688978881835USD
- 2026-10-20: 154.08268777160643USD
- 2026-10-21: 157.60093088378906USD
- 2026-10-22: 149.81484049377443USD
- 2026-10-23: 137.5709720321655USD
- 2026-10-24: 154.08268777160643USD
- 2026-10-25: 131.33410906982422USD
- 2026-10-26: 131.04424641265868USD
- 2026-10-27: 126.80637514953614USD
- 2026-10-28: 131.33410906982422USD
- 2026-10-29: 109.0552845565796USD
- 2026-10-30: 132.38346452178956USD
- 2026-10-31: 277.00102406616213USD
- 2026-11-01: 103.49806991119385USD
- 2026-11-02: 150.89429601135254USD
- 2026-11-03: 155.5819315460205USD
- 2026-11-04: 150.89429601135254USD
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