Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.
Jane
United Kingdom · Solo · November 2026
10.0“Perfect for a short break or longer stay.”
+Lovely property tucked away in a side street, very quiet yet only a few minutes walk to the centre of Bowness. Stayed in Herdwick the cute comfy en-suite single room tucked away in the eaves. The breakfast hamper was fantastic with a good selection of food on offer. Very friendly welcome from the owners & George the dog. Would thoroughly recommend.
−Nothing.
Shaun
United Kingdom · Couple · November 2026
9.0“Bowness Halloween break”
+The room was very clean and tidy the continental breakfast brought to our room every morning was a lovely touch and location was ideal for our needs
Claire
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
8.0“Vey comfortable”
+Nice location with available parking. Plus a single room was available so it was a reasonable price.
−They have no dining room. A continental breakfast is brought to your room in a mini hamper. It was very nice. Tea/Coffee making available in room. I liked it. I guess some prefer a cooked breakfast but they have produced a list of local places where you can get breakfast.
Karyn
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
10.0“perfect in every way”
+so organised
−nothing i didn’t like
susan
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
10.0“It was everything I hoped it would be and more.”
+My stay at puddle Duck Lodge was a wonderful experience. A very homely and comfortable place. I stayed in the Boat House Room. It had everything I needed. Very comfortable bed and decor was outstanding. I will definitely be coming back.
−There was nothing to Dislike the hosts were very accommodating and kind.
Ruby
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
9.0+Great location, super cosy and comfortable, loved having my breakfast delivered to my room in a wicker basket each morning! TV in the room had Netflix and other streaming apps which I could connect to. Super lovely hosts, very accommodating
−Leaving!
James
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
8.0+Comfy room in top of house. Comfy bed and rocking chair to look at views. Under 10 mins from centre but quiet neighbourhood. Friendly and helpful welcome.
−A bit confused by required upgrade.
David
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
9.0“Lovely overnight stop”
+A lovely hotel in Bowness which has lovingly been restored in the theme of Beatrix Potter's books. Our room was Beatrix and looked out on to the colourful cottage garden. Lots of extras, magazines in the room, lovely cups and glasses and blankets for sitting in the garden. Breakfast was continental and served in your room, delivered in a hamper and basket. Everything had been thought off and it couldn't be faulted but personally we still prefer to go down to breakfast
−Nothing really. It was self check in and didnt see the owners until leaving so felt a little impersonal
janet
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
10.0“I stayed in a single room with seperate bathroom. There is nothing not to like. The room and bathroom were spotless and”
+A lovely house and garden. Very welcoming and clean and bright. Well set out room with a very comfortable bed.
−Nothing at all. The room was beautiful and I would definitely stay here again.
John
United Kingdom · Group of friends · October 2026
10.0“Puddle Duck Lodge is a charming, quirky and memorable alternative to a standard hotel.”
+Puddle Duck Lodge is a delightfully quirky and charming place to stay. Throughout the rooms and wider property,including the garden area,there are fascinating trinkets and unexpected touches to discover. It is clearly the product of considerable thought, imagination and effort, creating accommodation that genuinely lives up to the name Puddle Duck Lodge. This is not standard hotel accommodation, but that is precisely its appeal. A continental breakfast is thoughtfully delivered to the room in a hamper, and the hosts are exceptionally welcoming and helpful. It was an unexpected and thoroughly enjoyable experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for somewhere a little different. I very much hope to return in the future.
−Nothing