Windermere
Damson Dene Hotel
About the Hotel
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love This Hotel
- Damson Dene Hotel is a 10-minute drive from the shores of Windermere, which is described as "the queen of Lake District lakes" by Lonely Planet
- This offer includes a 90-minute round trip lake cruise from Bowness
- The hotel has a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a sauna and a mini gym
- The property is in the Lyth Valley, a 10-minute drive from Bowness-on-Windermere, home to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
- Whitbarrow National Nature Reserve and Orrest Head are both within 20 minutes' drive
Overview
Damson Dene Hotel is in the Lyth Valley, a 10-minute drive from the shores of Windermere -- the largest lake in England -- which is surrounded by fells and villages.
The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the town of Bowness. Several lake cruises depart from Bowness Pier, and the town is also home to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. This former home of the author, which she bought with the royalties from her books, is now a National Trust property.
Whitbarrow Nature Reserve, known for its limestone and woodland landscape, is around 15 minutes' drive away, and the town of Kendal, best known for its mint cake, is a 20-minute drive.
There are plenty of fell-walking routes close by, including Orrest Head, which is around 20 minutes' drive. This hill on the eastern shore of Windermere offers views the length of the lake and is featured in Alfred Wainwright's The Outlying Fells of Lakeland -- it was the first Lake District fell the author climbed.
The property sits within landscaped gardens with a pond. There's a log fire and comfy lounges in the lobby, so guests can unwind while reading the newspapers and magazines on offer.
The hotel's Heron View Restaurant serves dishes made with local produce -- many of the ingredients are grown in the hotel's kitchen garden. The property also has a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a sauna and a mini gym. Wi-Fi is free throughout and dogs are welcome.
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Enjoyed This
(52 Member Ratings)
(52 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
Excellent location amazing food. Wonderful staff, very helpful and friendly
Great location.
Lovely grounds plus great ducks !
Jean
14. Aug 2019
Southampton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
enjoyed the pool
debra
02. Oct 2018
Barnoldswick, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Good was excellent.
Other Comments
Staff were very friendly and service was good.
Carole
02. Oct 2018
Much Wenlock, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food and atmosphere
Katherine
27. Sep 2018
Cranbrook, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Staff were helpful although some had very poor English language skills.
Other Comments
Sheets had pet hairs. Food crumbs in a bedside draw. Window did not open and close properly. Bacon at breakfast was very tough.
Anthony
23. Sep 2018
Altrincham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food was excellent and the ducks were very entertaining.
Other Comments
The staff were very friendly and efficient, the location was ideal.
Patricia Linda
20. Sep 2018
Chorley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful location. Friendly staff. Relaxing bar & lounge areas.
Other Comments
There is a duck pond in the garden & the ducks tap on the dining room window when you're eating. Very cute. All the staff were so genuinely friendly. The hotel has a very welcoming vibe.
Neil
14. Sep 2018
Worthing, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food, staff, gardens and room.
Other Comments
Some rooms are beautifully refurbished, some need refurbishing.
TRACEY
08. Sep 2018
Pickering, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Food was good but over priced.
Other Comments
The bedroom was too small and the windows did not fit properly.
Jo
06. Sep 2018
Wallasey, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location, food, friendly staff, superior family room.
Other Comments
Pool area a little tired..
Simon
04. Sep 2018
Witham, United Kingdom
