Biskey Howe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 2JR, United Kingdom
#17 of 35 B&Bs and inns in Bowness-on-Windermere
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1006 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free Wifi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 10, 2025
Rafi
Israelthe 4th bed in the cottage was "water bed" and was not easy to sleep on.
amazing location. Wonderful breakfast. rooms are big enough and modern. The hotel is walking distance from the city center. new owners. will definitely come back.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: September 7, 2025
Gary
United KingdomN/A
Friendly & helpful owners, nice breakfast, clean rooms and comfy bed.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 7, 2025
Julie
United KingdomNothing
Lovely spacious room, excellent breakfast and location was the icing on the cake.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: September 3, 2025
Gregg
United KingdomClean , cosy , great breakfast fantastic hosts
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: August 31, 2025
Rene
United KingdomNothing
The location is perfect in Bowness with the main road just around the corner filled with shops and restaurants. The lake is a very short walk away. The room was small but perfect for the 5 days we spent there - I would say the bathroom was a tiny bit of a squeeze. The hosts were so lovely and welcoming and breakfast was very enjoyable. Bonus is that the accommodation comes with parking which is a win
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 31, 2025
Susan
United KingdomFantastic place location is great room was lovely staff were amazing very friendly
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Julie
AustraliaN/A
Great location and very comfortable- friendly staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 29, 2025
Julie
United KingdomNothing at all!
Our stay was perfect despite the shocking weather. Our hosts could not have made us more welcome and it was lovely to hear of their plans for the future at the Westbourne. The room was lovely (7) and the breakfast superb. We are returning next Spring and will not be looking at another place to stay! Our thanks and warm wishes to Angela and Greg.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 28, 2025
Jelena
United KingdomThe bed wasn't the most comfortable, but still managed to get a good night's sleep. There is nothing else I could complain about. Absolutely recommend this place.
I had a very nice welcome at the check-in, Greg was very helpful and introduced me to local bus and ferry timetables as well as the cruises on Windermere and local walking routes. Breakfast was great, room was lovely and clean and I wish I had booked for more than one night now. I'd definitely return if and when I decide to visit Bowness again.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 25, 2025
Marc
United KingdomN/a
Comfortable, clean room. Ample parking, perfect location for walking into Bowness. 10 mins from the lake.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 23, 2025
John
United KingdomThe universal remotes on the TVs wouldn’t open the Apps so was limited to free view channels. A radio or a docking station would be a good addition. Breakfast time was a little early and we skipped the breakfast which was available 8am-9am.
Great location, with a short walk to the lake. Private parking and a pleasant welcome on arrival. We stayed in the cottage located to the right hand side of the main building. The bed was very comfortable and the bath was big enough for 3 or two large people.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 22, 2025
Steven
United KingdomNothing
Spotlessly clean and perfect location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 18, 2025
Clare
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn't like.
Lovely hotel. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was cooked just right and very tasty.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 18, 2025
Stewart
United KingdomThe help they gave me to make my partners 60th birthday a special stay at the Westbourne
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 17, 2025
Debra
United KingdomN/a
Lovely accommodation, enjoyed our stay
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 17, 2025
Aunie85
United Arab EmiratesBeds could be better
The hosts were great
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 14, 2025
Steven
United KingdomShower cubicle was a bit small (I'm 6ft 1in & 16st) and there was no wardrobe
Excellent location, great room
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: August 14, 2025
Terry
United KingdomNothing
Everyone was very friendly very comfy bed clean and could not believe how quiet it was and the breakfast was exceptionally good with plenty of choice
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 13, 2025
Jane
AustraliaGorgeous little cottage. Fabulous spot. Easy to walk everywhere. Beautiful breakfast and wonderful views from breakfast room.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 13, 2025
Cheryl
CanadaBeautiful place. Staff were lovely. Very comfortable room. Very clean room and the rest of the location. Food was excellent. Walking distance to lots. Very quiet.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Owen
United KingdomNo issues at all.
It is in a very good location a short walk to the waterfront and shops, the staff were very helpful and welcoming. Breakfast was delicious and didn’t have to wait long due to great system in place.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 2, 2025
David
United KingdomNothing
Everything hosts were lovely and friendly will stay again soon.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Jonathan
United KingdomAll good
Lovely location and simple but nice breakfast quite relaxed atmosphere
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 1, 2025
Vittoria
United KingdomI can’t think of anything that could have been done better.
Great location, free parking which we were able to access prior to check in after speaking with our hosts. We stayed in a lovely annexe cottage and also had booked a room in the main building, which was spacious and really comfortable. We received a warm welcome from the hosts and were made to feel very much at home! Thank you all!
Stayed in July 2025
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