Name: The Howbeck & The Retreat 5min to Lake, Restaurants & to the free Hydro Wellness Club
Address: New Rd, Windermere, GB

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 75 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-23

Guests praise the excellent location, friendly staff, and delicious breakfast. While rooms are generally clean and comfortable, some note dated facilities, poor soundproofing, lack of blackout curtains, sporadic WiFi, and a controversial smoking fine.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Service9.7

Rooms9.5

Location9.5

Cleanliness9.4

Facilities9.1

Value8.9

Wi-Fi8.5

＋ PraisedExcellent location · Friendly and helpful staff · Delicious and plentiful breakfast · Clean and comfortable rooms

－ ComplaintsDated or damaged facilities · Poor soundproofing · Sporadic WiFi · Tight parking

KEYIdeal for those valuing convenience and service. Expect some dated fixtures; request higher floors for quiet and clarify smoking policies to avoid disputes.

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Room types · 5

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Retreat Suite with Stunning Spa Bathroom

1 × Queen bed23 ㎡up to 3

This suite features a spa bathroom, a lounge area and a walk-in wardrobe.

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Deluxe Suite

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)20 ㎡up to 3

This suite consists of 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. This suite features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Luxury Room with Spa Bath

1 × Double bed18 ㎡up to 3

Luxury spa bath with shower over and mineral water.

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Superior Double/Twin En Suite

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) / 2 × Twin bed16 ㎡up to 3

Spacious rooms with a luxury private bathroom.

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Small Double Room

1 × Double bed12 ㎡up to 2

Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

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Facilities · 38

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outSaunaParkingShared lounge/TV areaAllergy-free roomOutdoor furnitureStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableSanitized tableware & silverwareContactless check-in/check-outInvoice providedSmoke alarmsShared stationery like menus, pens are removedPhysical distancing in dining areasCCTV outside propertyProcess in place to check health of guestsInternet accessFishing nearbyExpress check-inOffsite parking discounted rates availablePaddle boating nearbySecured parkingTelevision in common areasWine release eventsFree wired internetGolfing on siteHorse riding nearbyHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsNon-smoking throughout

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Nearby & map

DiningSights

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Henrock

Modern Cuisine

££££

Named after a rocky outcrop on Lake Windermere, this elegant restaurant sits inside the charming Linthwaite House hotel and is part of Simon Rogan's ever-evolving empire. The décor is minimal yet cosy, with plain wooden tables and lovely artwork on the walls. Simon's sustainable ethos is evident on the menu, with many ingredients in the colourful dishes coming from his 'Our Farm' estate and other produce – like Cartmel Valley venison – sourced in the local area. Warm, friendly staff enhance the experience.

2.7km

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Hooked Seafood

seafood

Seafood

109m

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Homeground Coffee and Kitchen

Restaurant

Café

200m

4

Cafe Italia

Restaurant

Italian

232m

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Brew Room

Restaurant

Café

237m

6

Utopia In Windermere

Restaurant

Café

238m

7

Francine's

Restaurant

246m

8

Charlie's of windermere

Restaurant

Café

255m

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Click a row to locate it · distances are approximate. Data from Overture / Michelin / Wikidata.