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The Howbeck

5.0 of 5
New Road, Windermere LA23 2LA, England
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The Howbeck
Ranked #24 of 115 Windermere B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 290 Reviews
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What travellers say about this B&B/inn
  • Very clean(12)
  • Short walk(5)
  • Dining room(4)
  • Nice touch(4)
  • Helpful and friendly(4)
  • High standard(4)
  • Only SLIGHT(3)
  • Romantic package(3)
  • Main road(3)
  • First class(3)
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Stayed for two nights over the weekend. We had a wonderful time. The room was tastefully decorated, the breakfast was plentiful with great variety and nothing was too much for the exceptionally friendly staff! Well done to the Howbeck and thank you for a wonderful stay. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We had a great stay at the Howbeck. Locate between windermere and Bowness. The hotel was so clean and the welcome fantastic. Nothing was a problem to the staff with a good welcome and explanation of location and available facilities. We did not visit the spa but it looked good. Would stay again. More

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Worcester, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We stayed for one night after booking with secret escapes and I complained to them when I arrived home as we had booked for two nights but because of my husbands change of work commitments we could only stay the one night and the terms and conditions stated" 100% non refundable and no date changes are possible once the booking... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Stayed here for our 10th Wedding Anniversary for 2 nights, although we had a very pleasant time I feel this hotel/B&B is highly over priced and by no means a 5*. We stayed in Capelcrag which turned out to be a very small room with poor light. I found it dull to say the least, there were floor tiles in... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
25 May 2012

Many thanks for your review, We do welcome all reviews, both critical ones & good ones! I am sorry you did not feel we offered you 5 star accommodation and service, as you will know we do not rate ourselves, this is done by independent associations annually and we have just been re awarded not only a 5 star AA... More

North Devon, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

A wonderful B &B, think boutique!. We had a lovely room, superking bed and nice, though small en-suite. Nothing was too much trouble for breakfast, with plenty of selection. The staff were excellent, nothing was too much trouble. More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Nice place to stay. Nothing really amazing, but it was very clean and had parking! Close to downtown as well. Please note, they don't not allow food or drinks in their room and the breakfast is not that great... stick with the cold breakfast, I had to send my hot one back twice.. I would stay again for a night... More

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Whitby, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

An excellent hotel situated in a lovely location close to all amenities.The staff were very friendly and helpful and nothing was any trouble,also the breakfast was delicious with plenty of variety and presented beautifully.The rooms were very clean and comfortable and the spa bath was fantastic.To top off the stay we were also able to attend the local SPA at... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to review your stay. We are very pleased to receive such great feedback and delighted that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay and most of all enjoy your honeymoon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future maybe to celebrate your first anniversary. Thank you More

lancashire
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

I booked 2 rooms at the Howbeck for a family getaway after reading the great reviews. I was certainly not disapointed. My room Kilnhow was tastefully decorated with a large comfortable bed and spacious bathroom with a large walk in shower (ideal for my 81 year old mum). The complimentary coffee and tea on arrival was nice and welcoming. The... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to review your stay. We are very pleased to receive such great feedback and delighted that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the not too distant future. Thank you More

Canterbury, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

This was our first stay in the Lake District and the Howbeck was perfect. Easy parking on arrival and a welcome cup of tea in the Lounge. Breakfast was superb with good choice and quality. The staff were very friendly and highly efficient. Our room and en suite was spotless, at the front of the property, and although it was... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
16 May 2012

Dear guests, thank you for publishing such a great review. We never stop trying to provide the best experience for our guests, and reviews like yours fuel the fire to keep doing so! We hope very much you'll pay us a return visit sometime. Thank you More

Manchester, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We stayed her on 11th and 12th May to celebrate my partners 50th as a treat. We stayed in the Meregill which has a fantastic bathroom with corner spa bath. Room was very clean and beautifully and tastefully presented. We were greeted with complimentary tea and coffee on arrival and all the staff were genuinely helpful and friendly. Breakfast was... More

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maggie1983, Manager at The Howbeck, responded to this review
16 May 2012

You are most welcome. Thanks very much indeed for that great review. Most of our business is couple who stay for a short break, and anniversaries figure highly in influencing people to take that extra special break. I hope we can welcome you back for many more special occasions. Thank you More

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New Road, Windermere LA23 2LA, England
Price range (per night):* INR11,536 - 14,657

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