My wife and I arrived for a three night break here. We arrived early and our room was not quite ready. We were promptly taken to a lounge and tea was served to us. Ten minutes later we were taken to our room where our baggage awaited. The hotel is a large Victorian building(s) and under constant improvement. We found... More

This is an old style hotel typically found in holiday destinations. During our stay they were decorating the outside of the building so looked to be investing in the hotel. We upgraded to a lake view which I would recommend. The breakfast was a bit limited but ok. My wife is allergic to feathers they did not have alternative duvets... More

My wife and I stayed 4 nights at the Hydro in April this year. The first impressions as you park at the hotel is that it has seen better days and looks shabby. It has an enviable location in Bowness just up a hill from the main shopping area and lake side. The hotel is large and spread out over... More

The first time we stayed at the Hydro (in Sept 2011) it was fantastic the staff were very attentive, the accomadation was lovely (rooms a bit dated but clean and with plenty of character), it is a brilliant location and best of all the food was amazing. Myself and my daughter couldn't wait to go back. This time we booked... More

just spent weekend at hydro hotel in room no 93 ,it was a disgrace bed cover looked about twenty years old very shabby and worn room smelt very musty needed a good paint .although room was clean it felt vey dirty .would not recomend hotel and would not book again.dining room staff very pleasant and hard working .

My wife and I attended both a dinner party on 23rd March and a large function on Saturday 24th March.The hotel was busy with other events and guests, however, the patience and performance of all the staff and management went beyond what might have been expected under the circumstances.The staff are well organised for functions and the kitchen performed to... More

Stayed for weekend function. Room was okay very very hot. Bathroom light was awful. I agree with energy saving bulbs but not in windowless room! Therefore could not comment on bathroom cleanliness! Appeared to be okay. Beds comfortable. The food at the function was excellent. Well served hot and plentiful. Selection of wines reasonably priced. Breakfast was rather disappointing but... More

Booked this hotel after receiving a Classic Britain voucher as a present for a one night stay dinner, bed and breakfast in certain hotels in their brochure and felt that a break in the Lake District would be lovely. Was a bit hesitant in booking this hotel as not too impressed with the hotel's website which I feel could be... More

This was my first trip to the Lakes one word Wonderful. I bought this as a deal on the internet 2 night stay including breakfast. Booked the hotel no problems upgraded the room no problem. Staff were very attentive checking in was a breeze. Hotel old but very clean had a homely feel to it. Breakfast was great. Noticed ramblers... More