Derwentwater Hotel, Keswick

Stayed 25th October 2023

I was a bit disappointed with the room that was £50 more than I expected to be paying just for a view also the restaurant was nice but it was closed for the dinner on the first night so we had to eat in the conservatory and it was quite cold in there but uou couldn't fault the breakfast just nice to get away

Stayed 20th September 2023

On the whole we were quite happy with the hotel, having stayed there previously, although it seems a bit more dated post Covid. The first surprise was that there is a £5 per night parking charge which wasn’t there previously, but when we were paying our bill, the parking machine was broken and so the parking fee was waived! The reception staff were pleasant and professional. Our room was fine and fairly spacious. Our only quibble being that there were no glasses provided, only mugs for tea or coffee, and there was no toilet brush in the bathroom. The from the tap was very hot and getting the right temperature for a shower without a mixer tap took a bit of experimenting. The buffet breakfast was fine with a good choice and the hot food was replenished quickly. We had dinner included on the first night and an allowance of £25 per person. The cost of two courses was just under £25 and if you added a third course it cost more than the £25. In my opinion the food was overpriced. Our two courses were leek and potato soup, with bread and butter and smoked haddock fish cakes, served with some broccoli and that was it! The food was good, but as I said I feel it was vastly overpriced for what we got. On the second night the set menu choice wasn’t very appealing and we dined from the bar menu, which was more reasonable although I thought the Indian starter with one piece of pakora, one small samosa and one spring roll with chilli sauce and a salad garnish was overpriced at over £7. The food however was good. The bar prices were very reasonable and the bar and restaurant staff were helpful and polite. As I said at the start we were happy overall with our stay, apart from the minor issues in the rooms and the value for money of the food on the set dinner menu.

Stayed 20th September 2023

On the whole we were quite happy with the hotel, having stayed there previously, although it seems a bit more dated post Covid. The first surprise was that there is a £5 per night parking charge which wasn’t there previously, but when we were paying our bill, the parking machine was broken and so the parking fee was waived! The reception staff were pleasant and professional. Our room was fine and fairly spacious. Our only quibble being that there were no glasses provided, only mugs for tea or coffee, and there was no toilet brush in the bathroom. The from the tap was very hot and getting the right temperature for a shower without a mixer tap took a bit of experimenting. The buffet breakfast was fine with a good choice and the hot food was replenished quickly. We had dinner included on the first night and an allowance of £25 per person. The cost of two courses was just under £25 and if you added a third course it cost more than the £25. In my opinion the food was overpriced. Our two courses were leek and potato soup, with bread and butter and smoked haddock fish cakes, served with some broccoli and that was it! The food was good, but as I said I feel it was vastly overpriced for what we got. On the second night the set menu choice wasn’t very appealing and we dined from the bar menu, which was more reasonable although I thought the Indian starter with one piece of pakora, one small samosa and one spring roll with chilli sauce and a salad garnish was overpriced at over £7. The food however was good. The bar prices were very reasonable and the bar and restaurant staff were helpful and polite. As I said at the start we were happy overall with our stay, apart from the minor issues in the rooms and the value for money of the food on the set dinner menu.

Stayed 1st September 2023

On our arrival and at all other times the Staff were friendly and helpful. We have stayed at the Derwentwater Hotel before but sadly the decor is is need of attention in the corridors. Our room was clean but little things needed attention, such as curtain hooks rehanging and some of the paintwork was tired.

Stayed 6th December 2022

Excellent location, fabulous people, all very friendly. Room was clean but very dated hotel could do with an update, food was excellent , all round good value for money .

Stayed 9th October 2022

We had a lovely two night stay at the Derwentwater Hotel. We had an evening meal the first night which was nice. We did have a long wait for dessert but the staff were very busy. Breakfast was good and the staff worked hard to keep everything topped up with fresh food they were also quick to get things people requested. Our room had a lovely view of the lake with a comfy clean bed and fresh towels. The bathroom was a bit dated but had everything we needed. The lady on reception was very helpful and friendly. The hotel is in a good location and a short walk from Keswick.

Stayed 16th September 2022

Hotel is in a lovely spot within walking distance of Keswick and a short stroll from the hotel to the waters edge for a picturesque view of the lake. There were tables and chairs in the garden. Our room looked onto an internal wall but was clean. Bathroom was basic with soap dispenser on wall for shower and sink. Noisy water pump when you turn on the tap or flush the toilet. Cleaners vacuumed the hallway at 8am on Saturday morning so no sleeping in. There were two menus to choose from for dinner but some of our meals were over cooked. Breakfast on first morning was good - cereal, plain yogurt, English breakfast items, toast, but 2nd morning there was clearly not enough staff, with things not being topped up or filled up and kitchen ran out of bread so no toast. Staff were approachable, helpful and pleasant.

Stayed 15th September 2022

Hotel was disappointing. It requires refurbishment as it is old and “tired” Meal on first night was fairly good, however the food on the second night (which was our 44th Anniversary) was extremely disappointing. The vegetables were totally overcooked and dry as was the loin of Cod fish, if this had been served to us on the 1st night we would never have booked dinner for the second night.

Stayed 22nd July 2022

Good location. Hotel tired. Friendly staff

Stayed 23rd April 2022

Fantastic location. Two nights B&B with dinner on the first night was a great deal. The twin room we got was one that needed upgrading, it was very tired but the beds were comfortable and clean. Staff were very friendly. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 22nd April 2022

Lovely location, just a short walk into Keswick. Lovely views from the rear grounds. Staff very friendly and helpful. The food was nice. The hotel is clean and comfortable but is about due for a bit of a spruce up. But that didn’t stop us having a great weekend and we would happily stay again.

Stayed 13th August 2021

Great location. Ten minute walk to Keswick, and right on the water. The grounds are nice, and we are in the restaurant and it was good. Lots of friendly staff on reception and also in the bar and restaurant we did enjoy our stay and would go back...it seems like the hotel are trying to get some of the issues sorted and the location is so nice that we overlooked some of the minor issues.

Stayed 19th August 2021

After reading some of the reviews about this hotel I was slightly worried for my stay however my mind was put at ease when me and my partner arrived on Monday evening (around 8pm due to a busy day mountain climbing). Walking through the door we were greeted at the front desk by a very friendly and helpful young lady who gave us all the information we needed about the hotel and headed up to our room - 119. Upon entering the room we could tell it was very clean and looked as though it had recently been decorated, fully equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, a tv, freshly made double bed with clean towels folded presentably ontop, the room looked just like the ones on the pictures. Even better the bathroom consisted of both a bath and shower which was great as I needed a hot bath to soak my sore legs after a long day. We didn’t eat at the hotel as it was late and we were tired but the food looked good and even had a poster to advertise they had a 5* food hygiene rating which is always reassuring. Overall we throughly enjoyed our stay and was perfect for what we needed, great location just down the road from Keswick aswell. The hotel also has a conservatory with great views and a beautiful garden. So for anyone reading these reviews and being hesitant I recommend you make your own mind up and don’t let the views of other sway you. Great job to the derwentwater hotel would 100% stay here again.

Stayed 16th August 2021

We stayed at the Derwentwater Hotel 13-16 Aug 2021 . We had a wonderful weekend. We enjoyed the aesthetics of the hotel and gardens. Hotel location - superb. Staff were polite, friendly and could not do enough to make our stay comfortable whilst being understaffed and so busy. A fantastic group of people lead by excellent management who weren’t afraid to lead by example and work with their team.Food was excellent and our rooms lovely with lake/garden views. Wish we were still there !

Stayed 6th December 2020

The staff couldn’t do enough to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The food was ok. The rooms very large with everything we needed. Fir the price we paid it was fabulous. Thank you.

Stayed 5th December 2020

Lovely friendly Staff, Thinking the place needs some updating Each window in our room had blown ie double glazing units need replacing and room decorating, our friends stayed in a room with no heating and no , they are making a good effort to get the place going again in these difficult times

Stayed 29th October 2020

Lovely staff . Big room but the rooms and hotel in general is in desperate need of some TLC. Though this may be in their plan as the dining and bar area's are of a better standard.

Stayed 29th October 2020

Bit dated and worn but food and staff very good

Stayed 23rd October 2020

We had a fantastic weekend, the weather was rubbish but the welcome we got at the hotel was excellent, it's not the most up to date hotel we've stayed in but it was homely and very friendly. We actually booked an extra night at the hotel. We ate at the hotel and the food was good. The views and the ground are amazing. The staff were very good and made our stay even better. I would stay there again and recommend.

Stayed 3rd October 2020

Stayed for 2nights with 3 course meal included meal was really nice all staff really helpful we had room with luvly lake view room was a little dated but okalso the breakfast was cooked to perfection and all fresh locally produced ingredients

Stayed 27th September 2020

Our stay was a little bit mixed comments wise. Found the hotel a bit in need of refurbishment. Hotel staff were great but didn't seem to understand the special offer we had booked under.(£25 pp towards evening meal) Evening meal was great, breakfast left a lot to be desired.

Stayed 5th March 2020

Arrived to a friendly welcome from staff. Our room was spacious clean comfortable and warm. Very peaceful setting . Views from conservatory of derwentwater and grounds lovely. We enjoyed afternoon tea there overlooking stunning views. Breakfast had great variety served attentive staff. Evening meals. Fresh produce. Presented beautifully

Stayed 19th March 2020

We loved it Our room was large, warm, tastefully decorated and clean The shower wasnt up to much so we used the bath instead The hotel provides toiletries, soap, shampoo, body wash and a hair dryer and theres tea and coffee making facilities Yes certain areas could do with a lick of paint but to be fair walls continually get scuffed by suitcases etc, they'd need someone on the job daily Its is a twenty minute walk in to lovely Keswick I'd advise to take a small torch with you if you go along the bria Way short cut at night The staff were truly wonderful, all polite and hard working right up until seeing us off not knowing what their positions would be Thanks again guys Good luck to you all and stay safe

Stayed 2nd March 2020

Location is amazing Dog friendly Nice buffet style breakfast

Stayed 17th March 2020

Great location, friendly welcome at reception.