Had a mid-week break with my wife here in May 2012. The Borrowdale Gates is situated just outside the tiny hamlet of Grange (couple of cafes, no shop) and is about 5 miles south of Keswick (many facilities); it is in the middle of the Borrowdale Valley with stunning Lakeland scenery all around and many excelllent walks from the doorstep.... More

This is a lovely Hotel where the warmth of welcome, complete with a tray of tea or coffee and biscuits is unsurpassed in my experience of Cumbria. The owner of the Hotel was present when we checked in and welcomed us personally and we were then shown to our Standard room which was excellent quality fixtures and fittings and glorious... More

The hotel was first class, our room although we were told it was a 'standard' was far superior to other hotel rooms that we have stayed in. The position of the hotel is superb with stunning views all round, together with bird watching from the lounge and dining room windows. Walking from the hotel is superb, plenty of all levels... More

A friendly welcome plus a complementary pot of tea on arrival are a definite plus for this hotel. Located in a quiet and idyllic setting the Borrowdale Gates is ideal for a relaxing break or an active visit to the attractions of the Lake District. In a convenient location for access to most parts of Cumbria and if you enjoy... More

This is a very nice hotel, perfectly located in the Borrowdale valley. Its perfectly set for walkers, with Cat Bells and other walks being easily achievable from the hotel - leave the car in the car park, its not needed! The hotel itself has quite a genteel atmosphere - when we visited, most of the other clients seemed to be... More

Our recent visit was our fourth stay at this hotel having last being there in August. The hotel was even better than we had remembered it! We were greeted with the offer of complementary tea or coffee served in the lounge with homemade biscuits which was a nice gesture and a lovely start to our long weekend. The food was... More

This was the 5th time we have visited The Borrowdale Gates and it still remains our favourite hotel out of all the places we have stayed. Since our first visit in 1997, it has been gradually improved and modernised, and during the last year, it has had further additional rooms. Quality and professionalism are the two words which sum up... More

My husband and I stayed for the most relaxing weekend at this hotel and we can't thank them enother. The hotel is well managed the service is very good without too much over the top attention. The area is perfect for the novice walker with footpaths and walkways that are easy to follow. The lakes and country side are amazing... More

We have spent another wonderful New Year at the Borrowdale Gates Hotel. There has been plenty of changes since our last visit in May 2011. The new extension is certainly progressing and will offer some wonderful rooms with gorgeous views of the Borrowdale Valley. As always the hotel staff were extremely attentive and nothing was too much trouble for them,... More