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Borrowdale Gates Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverside tranquility awaits at this peaceful retreat where guests relax on scenic grounds and enjoy quality dining between adventures

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Borrowdale Gates Hotel by the river offers a terrace and garden for unwinding after exploring. The on-site restaurant serves breakfast and dinner, with in-room WiFi to stay connected. Concierge staff provide helpful guidance for exploring the area.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £176
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Garden Suite | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Individually decorated, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Keswick, Borrowdale Gates Hotel is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scafell Pike and Ullswater. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newlands Adventure Centre or Rowrah Circuit. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Keswick travel guide
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Grange-In-Borrowdale, Keswick, England, CA12 5UQ

What's nearby

  • View from Surprise View near Derwentwater, Shutterstock ID 321811955, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com, Other: Supattra Laoreiam
    Derwentwater
    5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot
    Lake Windermere
    39 min drive - 26.2 miles
  • Bowder Stone
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lodore Falls
    6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk
    15 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station
    30 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    124 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lingholm Kitchen
    13 min drive
  • The Round
    9 min drive
  • Crooked River Tap
    10 min drive
  • The Wainwright Pub
    10 min drive
  • Cafe Hope
    9 min drive

About this property

Borrowdale Gates Hotel

Upscale hotel by the river, remodelled in 2023
At Borrowdale Gates Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage and a lift
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Renovated entire property - December 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Borrowdale Gates Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Borrowdale Gates Hotel?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Borrowdale Gates Hotel on 31 Mar 2026 start from £176, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Borrowdale Gates Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Borrowdale Gates Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Borrowdale Gates Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Borrowdale Gates Hotel located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Derwentwater and Bowder Stone. Lodore Falls and Catbells Lakeland Walk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Borrowdale Gates Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous staff Room very clean Lovely restaurant a lovely view
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean modern spacious room. Friendly helpful staff and lovely food. Hotel is in a great location for local walks. Will return
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and very professional. very clean, the grounds of the hotel was stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay in a lovely setting.

Lovely stay and hopefully they will continue to do so. Lovely setting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, personable and local staff who created a great atmosphere at the hotel. Thoroughly enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food at both breakfast and evening meal, friendly staff, great views & recently decorated. However staff on the phone weren’t very helpful when I accidentally booked the wrong rate, and it took quite a while to amend despite ringing up immediately. We were also staying in room 2, which was lovely but a lot smaller than the photos and was a bit small for 2 adults. Coffee’s were also charged extra at breakfast which wasn’t made clear.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice, quiet surroundings and the perfect view you will expect from a hotel this price. The food is above expectation with a totally different menu 2 nights of stay. A final point that the staff are amazing particularly April and Poppy, fantastic waitresses who care for their guests dinner, stay and well being.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Lovely stay. Nice spacious room. Very comfy beds. Delicious food. Friendly staff. Tastefully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stop over on way to Scotland. We’ve stayed before. We like the hotel and the refurb looks good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay at a very special hotel. The room was perfect, the food was lovely and all of the staff couldn't have been more helpful. And, let's not forget the magnificent surroundings. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Borrowdale Gates is a total gem. It exceeded our expectations. The staff are professional and accommodating. The breakfasts were great and we dined in all 4 nights - a first for us - largely because the cuisine and attention to detail was superb. AND the view from the dining room was breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couple of days away in April

Beautiful scenic location. Hotel condition and all furnishing as new. Room extremely comfortable. Staff impeccable, not to be faulted. Food superb. Bar prices high. Lounge a bit bright…. Need table lamps rather than ceiling lights to give better ambience. Overall excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Night Away

We had a great break at Borrowdale Gates. the place is o peaceful and the views are immense!! Even had a red squirrel pop up onto the window ledge while we had our breakfast yesterday. We will return again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert w

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've never been to the lake district before. This girl is a converted manor house, with much of the elegance from earlier times, combined with a unique combination of comfortable amenities and mid-century decor. And the surrounding area was transcendent. I could see me living there I've I retire
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous refurbished hotel, very modern but in a traditional way given its location. We had a garden suite (Millican Dalton) which was an absolute delight, very spacious and quiet, views over fields & hills. The only fault, although minor was there is no fridge in the room and there is a patio area with table & chairs with view to the hills but it hadn’t been cleaned for sometime, lots of moss & quite slippy. We had dinner in the restaurant both nights & the food quality was very good & presented beautifully. Great breakfast menu. All the staff were very attentive, friendly and went out of their way to make the stay enjoyable. The plus point for us is that they only have a couple of rooms for dogs & dogs are not allowed in the bar or restaurant. Don’t get me wrong, I like dogs, but I don’t want to stay in a room where they have been & I certainly don’t want to eat in a restaurant with them when most guests are dressed for dinner & unfortunately have seen dogs jump up at staff when they are trying to serve food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous setting and so quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hotel with really good food and a good feel about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quier hotel in a stunning location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in the Lake District

Borrowdale Gates is a lovely hotel set in a great setting in the Lake District! Super refurbished rooms, great restaurant and food, and peaceful and revitalising
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Lake District Hotel

Our second stay and we will be back! Wonderful location, great staff, good rooms and an excellent restaurant onsite! What more can you ask for?!?!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couldn't ask for more!

Great service, really helpful, friendly staff, comfortable rooms with good beds, really good food and set in the middle of some of the most beautiful countryside in the world. A+++ hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stunning location.

Cannot fault this hotel. Location is STUNNING! Food brilliant and staff efficient and friendly. An old style country house hotel with fabulous gardens. 100% recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GORGEOUS PROPERTY SURROUNDED BY LOVELY FARMLAND WITH SHEEP
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023