My mother and I stayed at Gilpin for two nights for my 40th birthday, in Haystacks, one of the Garden suites. Our stay was perfect, from start to finish. Every member of staff was friendly, helpful and nothing was too much trouble (right down to digging Mum's Mini out of the sudden snowfall and driving it down the steep drive... More

The best food we have ever tasted. Attentive, approachable staff who can not do enough for you. We will certainly be back! Thank you for a fantastic break! More

Had a couple of days for a birthday at Gilpin, food, service and surroundings were spot on. The llama's were a welcome surprise! More

Having previously used this hotel we thought we would try the afternnon tea which provied rather a disapointment especially in view of the price. The main lounge area is comfortable and nicely appointmed and on this occasion we had good service rather than the rather sullen waitress when we last had lunch there. The tea consisted of a small range... More

The best kept secret in the lakes,truely magical from the start to the finish,our only regret is we could'nt stay for longer. More

WOW What can we say that hasnt been said before This must be our 20th or so visit to gilpen and yet again another wonderful stay we always said we never wanted to go back to the same place all the time but Gilpen just pulls us back everything works so well The staff are so welcoming and friendly and... More

Fabulous garden room with hottub, very tastefully designed, couldnt recommend this place enough. Staff very accomodating couldnt do enough to help. we enjoyed every minute of the weekend and would definately return. More

My wife and I stayed for one night only at the Gilpin lodge in a junior suite on a business trip to Kendal. The hotel was recommended to us by our business associate in Kendal and it certainly did not disappoint. From the moment that we arrived at the hotel until our departure the next day it was a most... More

Just spent two excelllent nights at the Lake House. A real home from home. The service was excellent and friendly; a rare combination that's hard to find these days. We think every home should have a Rita :) Location is tranquil with great views of the Tarn. Drinks are served in the Lake house before and after dinner; as is... More