About Hotel Swinside Lodge
Set within the stunning Newlands Valley, Hotel Swinside Lodge offers bed and breakfast accommodation, encompassed by an abundant wildlife.
Complimentary toiletries, Egyptian cotton duvets, and flat-screen televisions are inclusive to the provided sleeping arrangements. Awe-inspiring views of the surrounding mountains can be seen from many of the en-suite bedrooms.
In addition to free Wi-Fi and complimentary breakfast, this mountain-seated lodge is integrated with various modern amenities. Mid-summer walks in the hotel’s private garden—where over twenty-eight different species of bird have been spotted—are incomparable in their measure of relaxation.
Candle-lit during the evenings, the Swinside Lodge’s dining experience is guaranteed to exceed expectation. With daily menu additions, variety is not lacking.
Dove Cottage & Wordsworth Museum and Mirehouse can be reached by car.
Positive Reviews
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Stunning Views of the Encompassing Mountains.
Arguably more pleasant than the hotel itself is the surrounding landscape. Multiple mountain ranges can be seen from both the en-suite sleeping arrangements and the hotel garden. Various paths for hiking and cycling are within walking distance of the property. Museums also abound throughout the area.
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Utmost Degree of Hospitality.
From the initial instance of arrival, guests are met by professional and courteous personalities. Despite the concern or request, Swinside Lodge personnel are eager to assist with varying needs. Whether you’re conversing with kitchen staff, management, or reception, prompt and cordial service is ensured.
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Food, Food, Delectable Food.
Delight in candle-lit evening dinners in the Swinside Lodge Restaurant. Guests are met by tranquil furnishings in the indoor dining area. Outside seating is also available in the garden courtyard, where breath-taking mountains encompass the area. Daily menu changes ensure quality and diversity.
Negative Reviews
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Wary of Cancellation Policies.
Those wishing to cancel a reservation with the Swinside Lodge should ask for clarity on pertinent policies, as some visitors have expressed their discontent with the way the hotel handles cancellations. Reports indicate guests incurring charges (occasionally for the entirety of their planned stay) even though they had cancelled well in advance of their booked arrival date.
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Tired Decor.
While The Swinside Lodge is surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, the interior of the hotel does not equate in standards of elegance. The sleeping arrangements, although spacious and comfortable, have been reported bland. Other residents' areas follow a similar trend.
negative:
A Bit Old-Fashioned.
Although the degree of hospitable accommodation exceeds expectation, the old-fashioned decor and service may not sit well with the younger crowd. The dining environment is considerably formal, and although music is played for ambiance, the selected genres tend to be geared more toward an older generation.