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The Gateway Hotel

2.5 star property

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Restaurant
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar

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Crook Rd, Kendal, England, LA8 8LX
  • Place, Lyth Valley
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About this property

The Gateway Hotel

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a fireplace at reception and multilingual staff assistance are on-site.
The Gateway Hotel offers 9 accommodations with a hairdryer. This Kendal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
During your stay at The Gateway Hotel, you'll be within walking distance of Lyth Valley. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include multilingual staff, a terrace and a fireplace at reception
  • 12 minutes by car from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 11 minutes from Lake Windermere
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at The Gateway Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Kendal hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
The Gateway Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. The host will greet guests on arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

The Gateway Hotel Hotel
The Gateway Hotel Kendal
The Gateway Hotel Hotel Kendal

The Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We booked the family room. Having the separate rooms was great, however the kids room with the bunk beds was above a generator of some kind which made very loud noises and bangs throughout the night. The room was too hot as well, and we couldn't open the windows due to the loud noise outside. That said, it was very clean and well decorated. Food was great, although the breakfast wait time was to long considering there was only one other party there. Those with kids will understand that long waiting times for food does not lead to a nice experience. Location is useful, however please be aware the hotel is just off a main roundabout / main road. Noise isn't too bad unless you have windows open. The staff were lovely and the food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was ideal for our trip - easy to find and large car park. The building looks very impressive externally and the inside was just stunning. The decor and surrounding give the place a lovely welcoming atmosphere. We were greeted at reception and made to feel very welcome. The room was outstanding - plenty of room and the bathroom was unbelievable - everything was so clean and comfortable. Had a lovely meal in the evening - first class and excellent portion size - cooked to perfection for both of us. Service was superb and very attentive. Breakfast was lovely too - had the best poached eggs I have ever had and the breakfast set is up for the day around the Lakes. Will definitely return - the best was so comfy and the temperature of the room was just right - slept like a log and fully refreshed the next day. A gem of a hotel and I cannot compliment enough. I would also express my sincerest thanks to the staff and management who went out of their way to make our stay as comfortable as they could 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed as a stop in our journey to Aberdeen. We didn't eat there so can't comment on food but all other aspects of our stay were fine. We would defiantly stay with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had been redecorated and furniture and decor had been updated. I arrived in close to freezing conditions and found my room on.yhe top floor did not have the heating on. After speaking to the manager the problem was resolved.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

The Gateway Hotel staff there we're friendly, polite and helpful, the food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

FIONA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent Exceptional person in charge Such a shame hot cups marked dressing table and almost gave impression it wasnt clean The room was infact spotless Rm 1
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent large room and well appointed. Superb bathroom and shower. Food in restaurant was really good both for evening meal and breakfast. Would definately stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent large room, very well appointed. Superb bathroom with shower. Food in restauarant was really good both for evening meal and breakfast. Would definately stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salma

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was lovely, well maintained and had a great vibe. Staff were considerate, polite and helpful. Hotels.com had made an error in booking our room but this was sorted out by the hotel so had a great stay. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, perfect location for us. Dinner was excellent. Bed comfy. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is already known for excellent food. This was the first time I had stayed there and I wasn’t disappointed. The room had been recently upgraded and the shower was fantastic with high quality shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. Breakfast wasn’t included but I was delighted I paid for it. Quality, hot, delicious breakfast. It’s a good idea to offer two sizes of breakfast, regular and large. I also ate there in the evening and again the food was delicious . All the staff were welcoming and really looked after me. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast. Wonderful evening meal
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet room with comfy beds. Warm, modern bathroom with great shower. Very friendly, helpful staff & lovely food. Good views but you do need a car to get to it & there are no paths for a walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025