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The Derwentwater Hotel

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The Derwentwater Hotel, Portinscale, Bassenthwaite -0800 031 8416
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3.5
HOTEL RATING: 
GOOD
3.5 out of 5 (2198 Ratings)
23.5 miles Lowther Castle
v34 mins driving
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Hotel Description
Just 2 miles from Keswick the Derwentwater Hotel is surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Lake District. All the rooms and apartments in this traditional Lakeland country house are en suite and some have lake views. Each of the rooms is individually furnished with its own unique charm. All rooms have an private bathroom and also offer TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel's restaurant Deer's Leap offers a superb choice of modern and traditional dishes. Enjoy a drink in the light airy conservatory bar and savor the breathtaking views. Set in 18 acres of picturesque grounds The Derwentwater is nestled in the small village of Portinscale. Nearby Keswick offers plenty of shops restaurants and country pubs.

Check-in time: 15:00   Check-out time: 10:00
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Amenities View More
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Free Internet
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
Other Amenities
` Garden
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Fishing
` Hiking
` Packed lunches
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Private check-in/check-out
` Shared lounge/TV area
` On-site parking
` 24-hour security
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Picnic Area
` Restaurant(s)
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Parking Available
` Wine/champagne
` Outdoor furniture
` Key access
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Access to health care professionals
` Free face masks
` Food delivery
` balcony/terrace
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Laundry services
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)

The Derwentwater Hotel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Good (3.5 out of 5)

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2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Sean Sun, 6 July 2025

Tired older hotel in need...

Liked: Breakfast at best average, poached egg cooked to order was a saviour, rest was very ordinary.
Disliked: We had to move rooms twice, first room bed was too small. Second room, the floor sloped to one side, third room was far far better.

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Stephen Sun, 6 July 2025

Good and bad in equal...

Liked: Very Friendly staff, great location, spacious rooms.
Disliked: Bathroom in apartment had deteriorated below what is acceptable.

3

Pleasant - 3.0 out of 5

Bertie Sat, 5 July 2025

Fair

Liked: Staff were great. Food was good. Location was where we wanted to be
Disliked: The entrance. Carpets. General appearance was very poor. Needs updating. I.e.carpet paintwork updated on ground floor

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Patrick Sat, 5 July 2025

Excellent stay with friendly staff...

Liked: The position of the property. Also the friendliness of staff towards our Golden Retriever Lola
Disliked: When the bedroom curtains were open people from the street could see into the room frim the gardens . Maybe a net curtain on windows

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Moy Fri, 4 July 2025

Passable

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Graham Fri, 4 July 2025

Great hotel lovely walks

Liked: Friendly staff price breakfast will use again
Disliked: Parking could be a problem not on this trip

1.5

Poor - 1.5 out of 5

Edward Fri, 4 July 2025

Cheap hotel but poor state...

Liked: Staff very attentive and friendly. Good WiFi
Disliked: Very old and tired hotel. Poor lift and lots of stairs. Charge for car parking. Room not cleaned during stay. TV old and could not access stations.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Angela Thu, 3 July 2025

Good

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Jean Thu, 3 July 2025

overall it was a good...

Liked: The breakfast was excellent we had thought the hotel was in a country area

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Anonymous Thu, 3 July 2025

Good hotel in a great...

Liked: The Staff were extremely pleasant and helpful. And very friendly
Disliked: Just thought it's a bit tired and in need of a good update

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