We stayed at the holbeck ghyll to get away from the children for a while. When we arrived the receptionist (lisa) was rude in her manner. We asked to book a taxi for later that evening to go to ambleside and was told that ambleside was not very good and bowness was better. No what you want to hear. The... More

Stayed for 3 nights for our second visit to this wonderful hotel. We stayed in room 20 which has an amazing view of the lake and a lovely four poster bed. Dinner in the restaurant each night was excellent and the breakfast was superb. The staff are exceptionally courteous and friendly and attentive to the guests at all times. This... More

We booked Holbeck Ghyll for a bit of luxury R&R and were very, very happy with our choice. The staff were amazing from the outset, helping us to settle in after our journey and upgrading us to a lovely room with a lake view (number 1) - thanks Caroline! The bed was extremely comfortable and we liked the Penhaligon toiletries... More

Perched on a hill overlooking the lake, this small boutique hotel is your perfect place in the Lake District. Nice large suite with private garden or balcony, a kitchenette and a nice bed. The food was outstanding both the breakfasts and the two dinners we had. Retire around the fireplace after dinner for coffee and liquor. We stayed in the... More

I would like to start this review by noting that I have never felt the need to write a bad review on this site or any other but was so appalled by the quality of the service at this hotel/ restaurant that I felt compelled to do something. We originally visited Holbeck Ghyll on 15 October 2011 to book our... More

Chose this place for the views, primarily,and was not dfisappointed. The lodge was perfect and must have one of the best views of Windemere available. The service was fantastic and we enjoyed a fabulous vegetarian dinner...many thanks to all the staff who made my wife's birthday treat so memorable More

Just back from a return visit to HG and it's a pleasure to report that their own high standards haven't dropped at all. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted and check-in was a smooth and simple process. We were in Room 2, which is of a good size and has a wonderful view of the lake.... More

My husband and I had a Christmas present of a gourmet overnight stay at Holbeck Ghyll. It was a wonderful experience. The room was perfect, overlooking the lake. We found that the staff were extremely attentive and were at pains to make sure that we enjoyed our stay.(They also looked immaculate too!) The food was amazing,and beautifully presented. The general... More

I booked this hotel with dinner and breakfast for my wife's birthday, it was recommended by a friend and it was an expereince to remember. The staff were extremely polite, the room was beautiful with a great view of the lake district mountains. The michelin star dinner was fantastic and I was so full at the end of the evening... More