Borrowdale Gates Hotel - Borrowdale Valley
54.549462, -3.15957Overview
2 AA Rosette country house hotel set in 1 hectares of Borrowdale Valley
Dining
Borrowdale Gates Hotel holds 2 AA Rosettes for its culinary excellence. The restaurant serves a diverse menu featuring locally sourced ingredients, including Cumbrian lamb, game, and fish. Head Chef Chris Standhaven creates seasonal menus that change daily, with dishes such as fillet of beef and corn-fed chicken.
Location & Grounds
The Borowdale Gates sits on 1 hectares of tranquil wooded grounds in Borrowdale Valley. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the dining room and lounge capture views of the valley and fells. Direct access to hiking trails allows guests to explore Cat Bells and Derwentwater from the doorstep.
Rooms
The hotel offers rooms with tea and coffee facilities, TVs, and many with valley views. Garden suites provide a spacious layout with a separate sitting area and direct garden access. Classic Double Rooms include a king-sized bed and a bathroom with a rainfall shower.
Nearby Attractions
Derwentwater Lake is less than a 5-minute drive for boating and scenic walks. Keswick, 7 km north, offers a market and attractions such as the Theatre by the Lake. Mirehouse Historic House & Gardens, linked to poets like Tennyson and Wordsworth, is nearby.
Services & Special Offers
Borrowdale Gates provides complimentary private parking and a lift to all floors for accessibility. Various special offers for accommodation and dining are available, including dinner, bed, and breakfast packages. The concierge service can arrange packed lunches for day hikes.
- Location: Borrowdale Valley, less than 5 minutes from Derwentwater Lake
- Dining: 2 AA Rosette restaurant with daily changing menus
- Rooms: Garden suites with valley views and garden access
- Grounds: 1 hectares of tranquil wooded gardens
- Activities: Direct access to hiking trails from the hotel
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Borrowdale Gates Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 196 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 800 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 75.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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