Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 111 reviews.
Symone
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
“Fantastic staff and fantastic food!”
+The location is very remote and beautiful, and the Inn itself is right next to a field. It's nice and quiet, the food at the bar was fantastic and there were a lot of families there - so it was a nice atmosphere. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and very accommodating to bikers!
−The room itself could have done with a bit more love, certainly in need of a glow up.
Nicole
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
“It was a lovely time”
+Beautiful and comfy rooms
−Nothing loved everything
Darren
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
“Kept afloat by staff”
+The greeting when we got there was brilliant. We were met by Dean, who showed us to our room. He gave a great explanation of how our stay would work and let us know that if we needed anything that we could go to him. Throughout our stay he was absolutely incredible and a testament to the Dovenby Ship! Went for food during our stay which was again brilliant, mainly due to service! Dean again was so hospitable and went above and beyond at every point, making sure we were really happy with our food, our stay and our son given his multiple allergies. The food was brilliant with lovely sized potions and tasted amazing. Overall, I truly believe the place CAN be a lovely place to stay, however at the minute I think it's the staff who are keeping the place afloat (excuse the pun). If it was me, I'd make Dean the GM and give him control over how the place is run and how to make improvements around the place!
−In terms of facilities, you do get what you pay for, unfortunately, I do believe it fell below that in certain places. The cleanliness of the room was well below average. The bed was ripped, the protective sheet and bed were stained. There was dust around the bathroom and bedroom. The stairs running up to the room from outside backed onto the back of the kitchen where they were throwing the waste water which wasn't draining away properly. This meant that it smelt slightly and we had to jump over it to avoid getting wet by the sitting water. When my wife tried to wash our 18 month old ready for bed, the water was lukewarm. I spoke to Dean who apologised and let us know that it was due to the kitchen being on the same boiler and they were washing up after service. This would have been fine if there was simply a sign or we were told beforehand to avoid these times
Davina mckeown
United Kingdom · Solo · July 2026
−Wish them well but a lot of work is going on makeing it into a b&b
Garry
United Kingdom · Solo · July 2026
“Not worth the money”
+Breakfast wasn't included. Decor was very dated and in very poor condition. Carpets were filthy
−Just about everything apart from the dining room, the food was really good
jason
United Kingdom · Solo · July 2026
“Clean, comfortable and friendly staff. Food was also excellent in the pub. One of the best steaks I’ve had in a long whi”
+Great location, close by to where I needed to be
−Nothing, just right for what I needed
Brown
United Kingdom · Solo · June 2026
“All my needs but not all my wants”
+Great location and price Comfy bed Easy check in Available at short notice Soft towels and nice shower gel
−Marginally unclean in some places e.g. bathroom sink drawers and shower WiFi not extending to my room TV not working
Radka
United Kingdom · Group of friends · June 2026
“Will be definitely not coming back”
+Close to Cockermouth
−Room has not been hoovered, spiderwebs everywhere, between 3 people we had ONE towel and a one toilet roll. When asked for a towel been told they are wet and not ready for us. Had to ask for a new bedsheet as the one we had was NOT CLEAN.
Steve J Durham
United Kingdom · Solo · May 2026
“Disappointing Room.”
+The location was great, staff were great, food was excellent and huge portions Food and drinks reasonably priced. Easily accessible car park.
−We stayed in Room 3. Needed some TLC. Lock on room door difficult to open and close. Fair amount of dust in certain areas. When we arrived there was no Tea, Coffee, Sugar or Milk. But was rectified when we asked about it. Kettle on folding table. Tv difficult to see from bed. No coathangers. On Booking. Com website it informed us that Breakfast was available on site for a cost of £8.50 per person but when we arrived we were told that they dont do breakfast.Bed very uncomfortable and needs replacing. Traffic noise in room kept us awake half the night. Difficult to sleep properly.
Daniel
United Kingdom · Couple · May 2026
“Disgusting, absolutely disgusting. Refund is absolutely needed.”
+I liked nothing. By far the worst place I’ve ever stopped at.
−Blood stains in shower, bed not changed(covered in hairs & stains), definitely hadn’t been cleaned in months, cobwebs and attic roof left open which was creepy and the place just absolutely stunk.