"The room was clean, but overall the hotel felt dated and in need of refurbishment. There was noticeable wear and damage to the skirting boards and furnishings, and the same could be said for the third-floor corridors and the lift. While the bathroom was in slightly better condition, it still felt tired and could do with updating. There was also no fridge in the room.
The walls were extremely thin, meaning noise from neighbouring rooms carried very easily. I’m not usually a light sleeper, but I can imagine this would be a significant issue for many guests.
The bar area looked pleasant enough, although I didn’t use it myself. I also chose not to have breakfast, as the additional £18 per day for my two-night stay felt overpriced.
On the positive side, the location is very good - it’s only a short walk into the town centre, with two lovely parks nearby. There’s also a scenic walk to Threlkeld along the converted railway line, which starts near the leisure centre just a couple of minutes away. The route is around 6.4 miles there and back.
Overall, I feel I would have been better off spending a little extra to stay somewhere of a higher standard. Even a Premier Inn would likely have been an improvement. The main advantage of the Keswick Country House Hotel was the included on-site parking."
"Our hotel room was a bit dated and was far too hot with no way of cooling it down. There was also no fridge.
The food was fine, although there were a lot of prepacked foods used (such as pancakes at breakfast, bean burger at dinner). We also ordered packed lunches for our hike and they were quite basic for the £17.50 they cost and they were also quite squashed when they were given to us (the banana was a bit mouldy too as well as being very bruised).
The pool was amazing and we all loved it and although we didn't use the spa it looked lovely too. The changing rooms were far too hot though which made getting dressed very uncomfortable.
The staff were all lovely, especially at reception, really chatty and friendly.
With a few little improvements I feel this could be a fantastic hotel."
"We loved everything about The Belsfield Hotel. We stayed there a few years ago and it was beautiful, but since it has new owners, the staff are happier, the hotel is continually being updated restoring it to it's former glory. Our room was perfect, the breakfast was incredible and the staff couldn't have been nicer with us. We will be returning again later in the year, before we get married there. It's a gorgeous, stunning hotel."
"Firstly checked in to find previous guests clothes in wardrobe, then the spa bath didn't work even though we were supposed to have been upgraded , then there was about 6 months dust on top of four poster bed ,the bed was broken and only fixed by a 3mm screw ( dangerous) . Was moved to a twin room for 1 night then put in superior room only to find someone's tablet under the bed runner which should of been clean linen clearly not . Put in a complaint to manager and hasn't even had the decency to respond . If u have any sense please stay somewhere else as that tablet could of killed a child or dog but the owner and manager clearly isn't bothered about safety protocols"
What are some accommodation options with pools in Rydal?
Lakes Hotel and Spa: Hotel, 4-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 2 bars. Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa: Hotel, 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Offers a children's pool, an indoor pool and a full-service spa. The Belsfield Hotel: Hotel, 1-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Features 2 hot tubs, an indoor pool and a sauna. Beech Hill Hotel & Spa: Hotel, 3-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Offers a children's pool, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. Lakeside Hotel & Spa: Provides a sauna, an indoor pool and complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access.
What is there to see and do in Rydal?
Explore places such as Lake Windermere while you're in the area. The picturesque setting of Rydal Water and Dora's Field showcase the area's natural beauty. You'll also discover lots of options for bars in Rydal.
When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in Rydal?
Taking the local weather in Rydal into account is an important factor for planning your visit, especially if you plan to spend your trip by the pool. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 11°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Rydal is 1549 mm.