The Derwentwater Hotel

Excellent position lovely staff our 2 bedroom apartment was perfect for the 4 of us , could have fitted more in as there was an extra bed, 2 toilets which was handy very clean warm and comfortable spotless bedding and towels big fresh smelling 8rooms self catering facilities fine although we didn't need to use them much as we'd already eaten in the evening and had a great breakfast in the hotel next morning we booked it in advance so got very good value for money

The location, the staff, the breakfasts and the general feeling of home comforts at this lovely traditional Cumbrian hotel made this a more than perfect trip. I had read some very negative reviews of the hotel rooms and apartments and can only assume that whoever wrote them had unrealistically high expectations. I have worked in the travel industry on almost every continent for more than 40 years in a huge range of properties and I have now added this property to my list of favourites! I also want to thank Howard for all his advice and help.

The location was second to none, a two minute stroll to the end of the garden and you're on derwent waters, if you're lucky to have a lakeside view it's phenomenal. The staff were all lovely and very helpful. And your puppies are welcome, although we didn't take ours. 10 minute drive to amenities in Keswick. Very close to Buttermere and the notorious Newlands Pass and Honister Pass, water water everywhere I'd deffo go back. Lovely little garden too, i bet it's stunning in the summer.

Breakfast was lovely, buffet style so could have as much or as little as you wanted. All items were beautifully cooked and fresh. Option of sitting in the main restaurant area or in the main bar was also good - especially as it seemed those of us with dogs had a bit more room for them in the main bar area. Main bar area on an evening was great! Plenty of games/cards etc. offered by hotel to use for free, lovely drinks and great space for both us and dogs to relax and chat with friends.

Sue, who worked in the dining room and conservatory bar is an absolute diamond of a person, so warm and welcoming - constantly on the go but never too busy for a friendly word. The hotel itself is a faded beauty, it could use a little love but what's there is clean and tidy. Bed very comfy, hot shower and great food. Good value all round. We'd go back just to see Sue.