I've been staying here every two or three years since the late 1990's. In that time, its changed hands a time or two, has grown quite a bit and the facilities in the rooms and public areas have been enhanced quite a bit. But they've managed to do this without altering the character of the place too much and without... More

If you can then I'll share this with you, staying at The Borrowdale Gates Hotel is simply the most wonderful Lakeland experience. The attention to detail is evident throughout the hotel, it is truly impeccable. The other reviews reflect a true description of the perfect facilities available, so no more words, just keep this to yourself and we will all... More

My wife and I along with my parents stayed here recently, I booked this via the web site as it looked nice . When we arrived we were greeted warmly by the girl on reception and taken to our rooms which was nice as often you are pointed in a general direction in most hotels. The Borrowdale Gates was a... More

Called in for lunch whilst on a walk and had the nicest welcome we ever had anywhere. The young lady who greeted us showed us through the hotel to a lovely, bright, lounge with great views. Ordered lunch which was very tasty, obviously freshly made and beautifully presented by other equally great staff. So impressed we've booked to stay in... More

I recently spent one night at this beautiful Lakeland hotel with my husband. We had a lovely room overlooking sumptuous views (sadly it was too wet to sit on the balcony) which was truly comfortable and room with an excellent ensuite bathroom. We arrived late afternoon having had a lovely local walk (this really has to be one of the... More

Have to give the management credit.We turned up here,after beautiful day in the Lakes decided to stay on a whim ,straight off the fells dressed only in in our walking gear. Despite our scruffiness - clean tshirts bought in Penrith only concession to propriety- we were treated like royalty. Food lovely - recommend the fillet steak- and generous measures of... More

There were 19 of us having just spent three nights here. 8 were our children and their spouses, a nephew and 8 grandchildren, also three dogs and a tortoise. Everything was perfect and all the staff who cared for us from our arrival to leaving gave 100% of their attention,We could not have been anywhere better.It would be unfair to... More

Recently returned from our second visit to Borrowdale Gates - it was every bit as good as our first visit. We had a lovely, quite spacious room with balcony (must be lovely in summer!) looking towards Borrowdale Jaws and Castle Crag (above the dining room). All staff we encountered on our visit were excellent - friendly, attentive and though also... More

I have been to the Borrowdale Gates for a meal on four occasions and now I recommend it to all my friends. The food, the staff, the surroundings - everything is just beautiful. The staff look after you so well, the food is wonderful and and the location superb; altogether it is a really enjoyable experience. Posted on behalf of... More