Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 1 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Storrs Hall Hotel is built around its setting. The Grade II* listed house stands on the shore of Windermere in 17 acres of private grounds, and most bedrooms look straight out over the lake. Guests return again and again to the views, the calm of the gardens and staff who come across as attentive without being stiff. Rooms and suites are praised for their comfort, the suites with private hot tubs especially, and both breakfast and dinner earn warm words. The traditional country-house style is the main point of division. Some guests love its old-world character, while others find it dated and feel that certain rooms need refreshing. There is no lift, the bistro is not cheap, and lake-view rooms vary in how much of the lake they actually show. Couples after a classic lakeside stay with polished service will feel at home here; anyone wanting a contemporary hotel should look elsewhere.
Guests score it 9.1 out of 10 — the average across the 9 hotels we list in the Lake District is 9.1.
What Guests Loved
- The hotel sits right on the shore of Windermere and most bedrooms face the water. The location is what guests mention most, and they describe the views from bedrooms and lounges as breathtaking.
- Guests describe the staff as well trained, approachable and attentive, and the restaurant team in particular is praised for treating no request as too much trouble.
Things to Consider
- The country-house décor is part of the appeal, but some guests found it old-fashioned and felt that certain rooms need updating. A few mention noise, from a corridor or a loud air-conditioning unit, and Wi-Fi gets weaker marks than the rest of the hotel.
- The listed building has no lift, so guests with heavy luggage or limited mobility should ask about the room's location before booking.
Should you book it?
Storrs Hall Hotel is worth booking for couples looking for a classic country house on the lake — but pick somewhere else if you prefer modern, contemporary interiors.
Book it if you want
- Couples looking for a classic country house on the lake
- Travellers who put views and attentive service first
Pick somewhere else if
- You prefer modern, contemporary interiors
- You need a lift or step-free access to your room
Frequently asked questions
How far is Storrs Hall Hotel from the centre of Lake District?
Storrs Hall Hotel is 16.8 km from the centre of Lake District.
How do guests rate Storrs Hall Hotel?
On Booking.com it scores 9.1/10 from 318 guest reviews.
How many stars does Storrs Hall Hotel have?
Storrs Hall Hotel is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Storrs Hall Hotel offer?
Storrs Hall Hotel offers lakeside Location, lake Views, free Wifi, family Rooms, 2 Restaurants and bar.
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Newby Bridge Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3LG, United Kingdom