The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE
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Summary of reviewsThe Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE enjoys a prime location in the heart of Windermere, making it highly convenient and appealing for guests. It is within easy walking distance to various shops, cafes and restaurants and offers close proximity to public transport links, adding to its accessibility for visitors.
Guests commend the hotel for its beautifully maintained, clean and comfortable rooms, often highlighting luxurious amenities like jacuzzis and spa baths. The overall decor and atmosphere are described as beautiful and welcoming, providing a cozy and restful ambiance. Despite minor drawbacks such as smaller rooms and occasional noise, the general sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
The staff receive exceptional praise for their friendly and helpful demeanor with many guests noting their attentiveness and warm hospitality. Named staff members, such as the manager Kerry, Ann-Marie and Steve, are often mentioned for their outstanding assistance and personal touches.
Breakfast at The Howbeck & The Retreat is highly recommended with many noting the fantastic and delicious offerings, accommodating a wide range of preferences including vegetarians and vegans. The breakfast service is prompt and attentive, making it a delightful start to the day.
The hotel's cleanliness is universally lauded with guests frequently describing the rooms and common areas as spotless and exceptionally well-maintained. The staff’s dedication to cleanliness and a comfortable environment significantly enhances the guest experience.
Bed comfort is another aspect that mostly receives positive feedback with the majority of guests describing the beds as very comfortable and conducive to a good night's sleep. However, a few guests noted the beds might be too soft or found issues with mattress dips.
Overall, The Howbeck & The Retreat stands out for its central location, exceptional cleanliness, luxurious amenities, high-quality breakfast offerings and notably friendly staff, making it a favored choice among visitors to Windermere. While some aspects may need slight attention to fully meet five-star standards, the hotel’s excellent service and positive guest experiences make it a compelling option for travelers.
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Guests commend the hotel for its beautifully maintained, clean and comfortable rooms, often highlighting luxurious amenities like jacuzzis and spa baths. The overall decor and atmosphere are described as beautiful and welcoming, providing a cozy and restful ambiance. Despite minor drawbacks such as smaller rooms and occasional noise, the general sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
The staff receive exceptional praise for their friendly and helpful demeanor with many guests noting their attentiveness and warm hospitality. Named staff members, such as the manager Kerry, Ann-Marie and Steve, are often mentioned for their outstanding assistance and personal touches.
Breakfast at The Howbeck & The Retreat is highly recommended with many noting the fantastic and delicious offerings, accommodating a wide range of preferences including vegetarians and vegans. The breakfast service is prompt and attentive, making it a delightful start to the day.
The hotel's cleanliness is universally lauded with guests frequently describing the rooms and common areas as spotless and exceptionally well-maintained. The staff’s dedication to cleanliness and a comfortable environment significantly enhances the guest experience.
Bed comfort is another aspect that mostly receives positive feedback with the majority of guests describing the beds as very comfortable and conducive to a good night's sleep. However, a few guests noted the beds might be too soft or found issues with mattress dips.
Overall, The Howbeck & The Retreat stands out for its central location, exceptional cleanliness, luxurious amenities, high-quality breakfast offerings and notably friendly staff, making it a favored choice among visitors to Windermere. While some aspects may need slight attention to fully meet five-star standards, the hotel’s excellent service and positive guest experiences make it a compelling option for travelers.
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Located in the heart of Windermere, The Howbeck & The Retreat enjoys a prime location that guests find highly convenient and appealing. It's within easy walking distance to a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants, making daily excursions enjoyable and effortless. The hotel's proximity to both Windermere and Bowness allows visitors to explore the area with ease. Public transport links are nearby, adding to the convenience for those who prefer not to drive.
The location isn't the only aspect that impresses. The hotel is beautifully maintained, boasting clean and comfortable rooms with some guests particularly highlighting the room's luxurious amenities like the jacuzzi bath. Staff members are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, making guests feel welcome and well-cared for.
Breakfast at The Howbeck & The Retreat also receives high marks, complementing the overall positive guest experience. For those driving into Windermere, the property offers good parking facilities, including EV charging points, which adds an extra layer of convenience.
Overall, the hotel’s central and easily accessible location, combined with excellent customer service and well-thought-out amenities, makes it a favored choice among visitors to Windermere.
Nestled in a prime location, The Howbeck & The Retreat offers an impressive breakfast experience that guests consistently praise. Reviews highlight the breakfast as both fantastic and delicious, served with exceptional standards. Diners can enjoy their meal either served at the table or in the comfort of their rooms, which many found to be a delightful treat. The menu boasts a wide selection of high-quality options, including accommodating choices for vegetarians and vegans.
Guests appreciate the prompt and hot service, alongside the attentive and friendly staff who ensure a pleasant dining experience. With a variety of options ranging from cereals and fruit to perfectly cooked hot dishes, the breakfast offerings cater to all preferences. Although some found the pre-ordering system and the seating arrangement slightly inconvenient, the overall sentiment is that the breakfast is well worth it. The plentiful and well-presented meals leave guests feeling both satisfied and relaxed, ready to explore the nearby town.
The rooms at The Howbeck & The Retreat receive abundant praise for their cleanliness and comfort. Guests frequently highlight the spaciousness of the accommodations, noting that many rooms appeared larger in person than in photographs. The decor and atmosphere are often described as beautiful, cozy and welcoming with some rooms featuring luxurious amenities like spa baths and whirlpool baths. Beds are consistently mentioned for their comfort, often leading to guests having a restful night's sleep.
The amenities within the rooms are highly rated with many guests appreciating the modern facilities and the overall standard of quality, suggesting a high level of attention to detail. The suite, in particular, garners mention for its high comfort and its separate entrance, adding a touch of exclusivity.
Staff interactions also positively impact the experience with many noting the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff. Cleanliness is a common theme with almost every review emphasizing how immaculate the rooms are, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Despite overwhelmingly positive feedback, some guests noted minor drawbacks such as smaller room sizes and issues with temperature regulation due to lack of air conditioning. A few mentioned noise from the nearby road and a rare oversight in bathroom cleanliness. However, these issues seem to be exceptions rather than the norm.
Overall, The Howbeck & The Retreat impress with their spacious, well-appointed and impeccably clean rooms, combined with friendly service, making it a compelling choice for visitors seeking comfort and quality.
The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE generally receives positive remarks regarding its bed comfort. Guests frequently describe the beds as very comfortable with many highlighting the large size and quality of the mattresses and pillows. Phrases like "super comfy," "really comfy," and "dream, so comfortable" are recurrent, suggesting that most guests enjoy a good night's sleep. There are mentions of the beds being huge and the rooms being clean and lovely, which adds to the overall positive experience.
However, there are a few dissenting opinions. Some guests found the beds too soft or the mattresses dipping in the middle, affecting comfort. In isolated cases, beds were described as small doubles or not comfortable.
In summary, while the majority of guests find the beds at The Howbeck & The Retreat comfortably accommodating, there are occasional complaints about bed softness and size. Despite these few negative remarks, the overall feedback leans towards a positive and restful experience.
The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE has garnered universally positive reviews for its exceptional cleanliness. Guests repeatedly noted that their rooms and bathrooms were not only clean but often described as spotless and exceptionally clean. The accommodations are well decorated, featuring modern and comfortable furnishings. Special emphasis was placed on the super comfy beds, adding to a comfortable stay.
The hotel's cleanliness extends beyond the rooms with the reception and restaurant areas also maintained in pristine condition. Guests appreciated both the helpfulness and friendly attitude of the staff, alongside the impeccably clean environment. The combination of a clean atmosphere and well-thought-out decor significantly contributed to a positive and memorable stay.
Additionally, the location serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding Lake District and is within walking distance to various shops and restaurants. While some remarks mentioned minor issues, the overwhelming consensus highlights the hotel's dedication to providing a clean and pleasant experience for its guests.
The Howbeck & The Retreat boasts an exceptional team of staff who consistently receive high praise for their friendly and helpful demeanor. Guests frequently highlight the warm and welcoming nature of the staff, noting their efficiency and attentiveness. The manager, Kerry and other named staff members like Ann-Marie and Steve stand out for their exceptional assistance and hospitality.
Guests describe the staff as going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay with some even offering personal gestures of kindness. The staff's dedication to service is described as something unique and rarely encountered. Overall, the hotel’s team is described as incredibly polite, accommodating and eager to help, making for a comfortable and memorable visit.
The Howbeck & The Retreat, including off-site health club access and an EV point for parking, has garnered numerous positive guest reviews, highlighting its exceptional service and brilliant features. While it is often described in glowing terms, such as exceptional and brilliant, some guests have noted that certain aspects of the property require attention and maintenance to truly meet five-star standards. Despite these occasional critiques, the majority of visitors appreciate the hotel's luxurious offerings and commend its high-quality service.
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The location isn't the only aspect that impresses. The hotel is beautifully maintained, boasting clean and comfortable rooms with some guests particularly highlighting the room's luxurious amenities like the jacuzzi bath. Staff members are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, making guests feel welcome and well-cared for.
Breakfast at The Howbeck & The Retreat also receives high marks, complementing the overall positive guest experience. For those driving into Windermere, the property offers good parking facilities, including EV charging points, which adds an extra layer of convenience.
Overall, the hotel’s central and easily accessible location, combined with excellent customer service and well-thought-out amenities, makes it a favored choice among visitors to Windermere.
Breakfast
Guests appreciate the prompt and hot service, alongside the attentive and friendly staff who ensure a pleasant dining experience. With a variety of options ranging from cereals and fruit to perfectly cooked hot dishes, the breakfast offerings cater to all preferences. Although some found the pre-ordering system and the seating arrangement slightly inconvenient, the overall sentiment is that the breakfast is well worth it. The plentiful and well-presented meals leave guests feeling both satisfied and relaxed, ready to explore the nearby town.
Rooms
The amenities within the rooms are highly rated with many guests appreciating the modern facilities and the overall standard of quality, suggesting a high level of attention to detail. The suite, in particular, garners mention for its high comfort and its separate entrance, adding a touch of exclusivity.
Staff interactions also positively impact the experience with many noting the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff. Cleanliness is a common theme with almost every review emphasizing how immaculate the rooms are, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Despite overwhelmingly positive feedback, some guests noted minor drawbacks such as smaller room sizes and issues with temperature regulation due to lack of air conditioning. A few mentioned noise from the nearby road and a rare oversight in bathroom cleanliness. However, these issues seem to be exceptions rather than the norm.
Overall, The Howbeck & The Retreat impress with their spacious, well-appointed and impeccably clean rooms, combined with friendly service, making it a compelling choice for visitors seeking comfort and quality.
Beds
However, there are a few dissenting opinions. Some guests found the beds too soft or the mattresses dipping in the middle, affecting comfort. In isolated cases, beds were described as small doubles or not comfortable.
In summary, while the majority of guests find the beds at The Howbeck & The Retreat comfortably accommodating, there are occasional complaints about bed softness and size. Despite these few negative remarks, the overall feedback leans towards a positive and restful experience.
Cleanliness
The hotel's cleanliness extends beyond the rooms with the reception and restaurant areas also maintained in pristine condition. Guests appreciated both the helpfulness and friendly attitude of the staff, alongside the impeccably clean environment. The combination of a clean atmosphere and well-thought-out decor significantly contributed to a positive and memorable stay.
Additionally, the location serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding Lake District and is within walking distance to various shops and restaurants. While some remarks mentioned minor issues, the overwhelming consensus highlights the hotel's dedication to providing a clean and pleasant experience for its guests.
Staff
Guests describe the staff as going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay with some even offering personal gestures of kindness. The staff's dedication to service is described as something unique and rarely encountered. Overall, the hotel’s team is described as incredibly polite, accommodating and eager to help, making for a comfortable and memorable visit.
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No, The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE.
No, The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE.
No, The Howbeck & The Retreat incl off-site Health Club and parking EV POINT AVAILABLE doesn't have a gym.
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