Nestled in the mountains, Damson Dene Hotel offers a serene retreat with a sauna and steam room. Enjoy British cuisine at Heron View Restaurant Bar, relax by the fireplace in the lobby, or unwind with an indoor pool and garden views.
Crosthwaite, Near Bowness on Windermere, Kendal, England, LA8 8JE
What's nearby
Lyth Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Winster Valley - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
Bowness Pier - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
World of Beatrix Potter - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 19 min drive - 20.7 km
Getting around
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 84 min drive
Burneside Station - 10 min drive
Grange-over-Sands Kents Bank Station - 19 min drive
Carnforth Silverdale Station - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Lake View Garden - 6 min drive
The Wheatsheaf Brigsteer Inn Kendal - 6 min drive
The Village Inn Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Boardwalk Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
The Black Labrador - 5 min drive
About this property
Damson Dene Hotel
When you stay at Damson Dene Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere. You can indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or aromatherapy, and grab a bite to eat at Heron View Restaurant Bar, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool, and a health club. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
58 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Room service
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Piano
Health club
An indoor pool
Spa services
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Housekeeping on request
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs, and detox wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.
Dining
Heron View Restaurant Bar - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and GBP 8 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or hot tub without adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
Damson Dene
Damson Dene Hotel
Damson Dene Hotel Kendal
Damson Dene Kendal
Damson Hotel
Damson Dene Hotel Hotel
Damson Dene Hotel Kendal
Damson Dene Hotel Hotel Kendal
Frequently asked questions
Does Damson Dene Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Damson Dene Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Damson Dene Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Damson Dene Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Damson Dene Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Damson Dene Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Damson Dene Hotel and nearby?
Damson Dene Hotel has 2 bars, an indoor pool, and a hot tub, as well as a health club and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Damson Dene Hotel?
Yes, Heron View Restaurant Bar offers British cuisine and garden views.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, lovely, tasty, and excellent with a good selection and variety. (43 reviews)
The spa facilities were excellent, with great treatments, a lovely atmosphere, and well-maintained amenities. (12 reviews)
The pool area was a welcome bonus, providing a lovely way to start the day and enjoyed by both children and adults. (10 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Excellent breakfast room was very clean the staff were very friendly and helpful
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
Tasty breakfast,friendly staff,comfy room and easy to access all of The Lake District
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 21, 2026
We had a comfortable stay in a good clean room with restful beds and efficient bathroom facilities.We appreciated the quiet location and pleasant outlook over the garden area and surrounding landscape......fine weather helped.
Staff members were helpful and friendly; food choice was good at breakfast.
Anne Elizabeth
Anne Elizabeth, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 20, 2026
Breakfast buffet was good with decent selections, bed comfortable. Room small and a bit noisy with thin walls. Bathroom dated, shower cubicle very small and a bit grubby.
Hotel grounds were really nice and the staff were very friendly
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 5, 2025
Nice room, very attentive staff.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2026
Usual high standard of food. Room spotless. Exceptional treatments with Sharon
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Lovely staff and location
William
William, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2023
fantastic hotel lovely views.
s
s, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 7, 2026
We have stayed here on several occasions and really enjoyed it. However, this visit the room was extremely cold and we had to ask for a blanket- it helped but was still cold. The WiFi signal was appalling- could not get a decent connection which hasn’t happened in previous visits. The breakfast was lovely and the staff very pleasant. After this visit we may not go again
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 30, 2025
Overall a very cosy traditional Lakeland hotel. Extremely clean rooms and very pleasant, helpful staff.
Good choice at breakfast. Nice leisure facilities, pool can become overcrowded during school holidays...perhaps a booking system would improve access?
Dining room feels a little austere on the evening perhaps needs some soft furnishings, a bit of tlc.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
I keep coming back for more ;-)
A favourite place to stay.
Great staff, great facilities, and good value!
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2025
Great 2 nights stay
Second stay here, and I look forward to returning. Staff are so friendly and accommodating.
Excellent leisure facilities and a overall great place to stay!
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Lovely hideaway
Lovely hotel with really friendly staff. The property and grounds are well kept and the food was delicious.
michael
michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2024
Will stay again
Really lovely stay, the grounds are amazing.
The room was really clean and the breakfast was fantastic!
We loved the added extra of the pool facilities, lovely way to start a day off
Can't wait to return in the future
Lois
Lois, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
Highly Recommended
Lovely hotel with beautiful gardens and fantastic view. Our room was very comfortable and nicely decorated. The hotel is dog friendly and we were able to eat in the bar area with our dog. The staff were friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend.
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Lovely place in the Lake district
We had a lovely stay with my family - enjoyed the beautiful scenery around, the neat rooms and a good breakfast. We would come back again.
Elias
Elias, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
A lovely overnight stay . Comfortable room . Very friendly and helpful staff and a tasty breakfast. Very accommodating of dogs too !
NJ
NJ, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2026
It was very lovely to stay in the dog-friendly hotel in a quiet location.
The room was relatively small, and during the night, we suddenly heard noises from the drains. They were pretty noisy, and the room was dog-friendly.
Staff members were helpful and friendly, but some did not say hello or good morning and did not even look at guests.
The food was delicious, and we enjoyed dinner and breakfast. We saw the lovely garden from the restaurant.
The swimming pool and gym were not big, but they were lovely. Massages were fully booked when we were there. I should’ve booked earlier. Overall, we had a great time there.
Sei
Sei, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 13, 2023
Decent hotel, a little dated in areas ie gym/sauna/pool area but worth the visit.
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2023
Wonderful place
Well located and great service. Incredible surroundings
Raul
Raul, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2023
Good hotel for a holiday in the Lake District
The hotel was as expected and the superior rooms are very comfortable and spacious.
Graham
Graham, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Food and service excell every visit
We often choose to stay at the Damson Dene because of the delicious food, it brings us back - bravo Stefano, consistency of super menu choices, really tasty and well presented food. Service always excellent too, staff make this place !
Lorraine
Lorraine, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2024
Favourite after First Stay
The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. Lovely place to stay in a special scenic part of the Lake District.
I look forward to returning!
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2026
The room was really nice, clean and spacious, the bed was also bigger than a standard double bed, bathroom was nice and spacious with a nice shower and a bathtub, the breakfast selection was nice however I wouldn’t recommend the restaurant of the hotel as we had dinner there one night that was terrible, the worst meal I’ve had in years, we ordered a pork belly for starter that was more fat that pork meat and completely tasteless and the pheasant dish that was absolutely disgusting, dry and tasteless, honestly the worst meal we have had in years which was very disappointing
Steely
Steely, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Lovely stay in beautiful location
Lovely room. Excellent service. Bar & restaurant is great.