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BEST WESTERN Grasmere Red Lion Hotel

3.0 of 5
Red Lion Square, Grasmere LA22 9SS, England
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BEST WESTERN Grasmere Red Lion Hotel
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Rugby, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

The Red Lion is an ideal place to stay for walkers and dogs are welcomed! Our room was comfortable with a king size bed and very good shower. The staff throughout were helpful and friendly and the restaurant provided excellent four course dinner and very good value, especially if booked in advance; the menu changed daily. The sauna and swimming... More

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Booked late, good price and other hotel tried could not accommodate us. Located in centre of grasmere village, therefore close to many restaurants and shops. Good for people with reduced mobility. Friendly staff. Room clean, comfy bed, with bath and shower but a bit small and felt a bit cramped. Lovely lounge area on first floor. Breakfast good, prompt and... More

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Huddersfield
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18 reviews 18 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We booked this hotel at the last minute and had a very enjoyable weekend. Our room, Stone Arthur was on the third floor and quite compact, but had lovely views over the fells and Allan Bank. The breakfast was very good with a wide selection of cereal, fresh fruit, yoghurt and the yummiest fresh croissants. we will definitely stay here... More

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Brisbane
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35 reviews 35 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

My wife and I stayed in this hotel for three nights during our driving holiday through the UK. We forward booked on the way as we were having difficulty to obtain accommodation in the Lakes District. Grasmere is a great location for a base in the Lakes District and I believe that we drove every roadway in the entire district.... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We had a fish & chips and couple of pints in the Red Lion while our stay in Grasmere. The food was superb quality and portions were HUGE! It was a mistake to order two meals, instead of one to share between us. The local ale was wonderful. Atmosphere in the pub is really welcome and cosy. We love Red... More

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London
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19 reviews 19 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

This hotel is ideally located in the village of Grasmere. Own restaurant and separate bar together with a pool. Hotel is nice and friendly ,the restaurant is good and the staff very attentive. The pool was too cold to swim in which was a downer together with a lot of refurbishing of this area, ie the sauna and steam. Great... More

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Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We stayed here for 2nights in April and we could not fault the hotel, staff or location. We had our 6month old daughter with us and the staff were helpful, friendly and polite. Our room turned out to be a suite and was plenty big enough for the 3 of us and was spotless. We would definitely recommend this hotel... More

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Grasmere R, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Grasmere Red Lion Hotel, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Guest Your review is great and very much appreciated. I know you have booked in for our half price room sale in Decemeber so we look forward to welcoming you all back then. Thanks Chris & Team More

Old Penshaw, null, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

This hotel is slap bang in the middle of Grasmere. Ideal location. Great if you have a dog. Dog is allowed anywhere in the Hotel apart from Restaurant. Breakfast Staff made us up a table in the beautiful Conservatory so we could bring the dog in with us. The Hotel is very peaceful, and the Conservatory is gorgeous. The Bedroom... More

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Grasmere R, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Grasmere Red Lion Hotel, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for your great feedback. Its very rewarding to hear that you enjoyed your stay so much. It would be great to see you again soon. Kind Regards Chris & Team More

Crewe, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
41 reviews 41 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

We were really impressed with the hotel in general, our room, and the brilliant staff in particular, which alone would have been worth top rating. However, the en suite in our room was a let down. The toilet was up against the radiator, the shower was good, but the showerhead was dreadful. In addition, the windowsill was part of the... More

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Grasmere R, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Grasmere Red Lion Hotel, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Guest Thank you for all your kind feedback. It's very rewarding for the team to be told this. We will have the bathroom sorting to prevent anymore issues. Kind Regards Chris & Team More

Larne, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Just back from a 4 day break in Red Lion Hotel Grasmere and had a really lovely time. Wanted to take the dog and that was no problem. The room was lovely and clean. The food was excellent and the service couldn't have been better. The staff were great and the dining room staff, especially Klaudia, Tomas and Zoltan were... More

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Grasmere R, General Manager at BEST WESTERN Grasmere Red Lion Hotel, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Guest On behalf of myself and team many thanks for your kind comments. We look forward to ou returning to the hotel. Kind Regards Chris & Team More

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Also Known As:
Red Lion Grasmere
Best Western Grasmere Hotel
Best Western Grasmere
Grasmere Red Lion
Grasmere Best Western
BEST WESTERN Grasmere Red Lion Hotel Lake District
Address: Red Lion Square, Grasmere LA22 9SS, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Cumbria > Lake District > Grasmere
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Business Hotels in Grasmere
#6 Family Hotels in Grasmere
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
A TASTE OF LUXURY IN THE GLORIOUS HEART OF LAKELAND. Set deep in the heart of Wordsworth country, our privately owned Lake District Hotel, traditionally an historic Inn playing host to travellers for centuries, offers you a warm, genuinely hospitable welcome that makes you feel instantly at ease and at home as soon as you step through the door. Idyllically situated right in the centre of Grasmere, with magnificent views of the hills all around, you can enjoy being part of village life one minute and the next, be miles away, with just the fresh Lakeland air and glorious open countryside for company. Here, life is beautiful.As you would expect from the long traditions, our service is friendly and attentive, the atmosphere relaxed and easy where you can enjoy a board game or two in the air-conditioned lounge area or browse the papers, while from the conservatory you can gaze at the ever-changing Lake District landscape. At our luxury Lakeland Hotel we provide you with all you could wish for - richly furnished, beautifully appointed bedrooms, an excellent choice of food, a gorgeous indoor heated pool with spa bath, steam room, sauna and fitness room. For centuries the Hotel has been a haven for travellers, with tasty fare, great ales and warm hospitality. Today we pride ourselves in offering traditional food in harmony with modern cooking. The Lamb Inn, our traditional village pub. Enjoy a cosy and relaxing atmosphere in the snug Lamb Inn with a pint of hand-pulled traditional beer and a tasty bar meal to satisfy even the heartiest of appetites. Dine in splendor in our Courtyard Restaurant with our table d'hote dinner menu offered every evening, where the menu is depicted by the seasons and the fresh produce available. Our Chef will cater for any dietary requirements and is always happy to cook your favourite dishes (with a little notice of course). The Easedale Bar, Four Seasons Conservatory and Helvellyn Lounge offer a comfortable spot to watch the world go by, enjoy a scrumptious snack at lunchtime or a spot of afternoon tea. We provide you with all you could wish for.. richly furnished, beautifully appointed rooms in which to unwind.. most with sparkling spa baths to ease tired limbs after a wonderful day's walk.. and friendly service to bring you a refreshment, while you drink in the Lakeland panorama. All rooms have en-suite facilities, television with satellite channels, wi-fi, CD player, ipod docking station, a welcome refreshment tray, direct dial telephone, hairdryer and trouser press. Our Club rooms feature separate comfy seating areas with television, bathrobes, slippers, complimentary bottled water and daily newspaper. The view from these rooms is of the village and the lush green fields beyond. Some of our rooms enjoy small balconies where you can sit and enjoy a relaxing drink, read a book or simply take in the view. ... more   less 
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