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The Riverside, Kendal

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About the Hotel

Stramongate Bridge, Kendal, United Kingdom, La9 6el

The Riverside Hotel is a historic family-owned establishment located along the River Kent in Kendal. The hotel, a converted 18th century tannery, offers a unique blend of modern hospitality and historical significance. It serves as a convenient gateway to the Lake District, making it suitable for both leisure travelers and business guests. Guests can enjoy an array of activities including exploring the region, relaxing by the riverside, and savoring local cuisine.

Location

Situated in Kendal's town center, the Riverside Hotel is a short stroll from local cafes, shops, and cultural attractions. With convenient road and rail access, guests can easily explore the South Lakes area. The hotel is also approximately 20 minutes from Lake Windermere, making it a prime location for outdoor activities and sightseeing.

Rooms

The Riverside Hotel offers 58 well-appointed ensuite rooms, including two spacious suites. Most rooms feature scenic views of the River Kent or the historical ruins of Kendal Castle. Families can request adjoining rooms for added space and convenience. The hotel provides free parking for guests, along with several pet-friendly accommodation options.

Eat & Drink

Guests can dine at the on-site Riverview Restaurant, which emphasizes fresh, locally sourced produce, some of which is harvested from the hotel's own Victorian kitchen garden. The Tannery Bar offers a relaxed atmosphere for informal meals and drinks. Both dining venues cater to various dietary requirements, ensuring a pleasant experience for all guests.

Leisure & Business

The Sanctuary Health and Fitness Club provides guests with free access to a heated swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room. The fully equipped gym features high-performance cardio equipment and personal training services. Additionally, the hotel is well-suited for business meetings and conferences, offering modern facilities in a lovely setting.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Suite
Max:
2 persons
15 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
River view
Shower
Heating
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Family Room
Max:
2 persons
25 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
River view
Shower
Heating
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Twin Room
Max:
2 persons
15 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Kendal400 m
Airports
Carlisle Lake District (CAX) 82.7 km
Blackpool International (BLK) 87.4 km
Bus
Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Heating
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Stramongate Bridge, Kendal, United Kingdom, La9 6el
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Stramongate Bridge, Kendal, United Kingdom, La9 6el
Nearby
Museum
Kendal Museum
130 m
Restaurants
Subway
2.0 km
1 Stramongate
Far Cross Chippy
1.3 km
26 Longpool
Frydays
11.8 km
6 New Road
McDonald's
11.1 km
71 Stricklandgate
Nina's Coffee Shop
11.1 km
20 Market Place Westmorland Shopping Centre
The Duke Of Cumberland
2.7 km
1 Appleby Road
Finkles restaurant
8.7 km
34 Finkle Street
Food
8.6 km
27 Market Place

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
8.3
Location
8.8
Service
7.8
Dining
6.5
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 4 reviews
8.1
8.1/10based on 1438 reviews
Mark
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.2/10

The hotel offers a lovely view overlooking the river, but there were some cleanliness issues with a collection of dust in the room. The service was a bit lacking in attentiveness and the aesthetics could use some improvement. The location was great with fabulous river views, but the facilities need modernizing. The dining experience had a good variety of options but was also inconsistent with pricing.

Rooms
8.0
The room was just the right size for a single traveler, clean and with a lovely view over the river.
Service
7.0
The staff were generally attentive, but there were some lapses in helpfulness and room for improvement in the aesthetic interior.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was fabulous, offering views of the river from many windows and a great fitness/pool center.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had a good variety of choices, but there were some inconsistencies in pricing and limited options for the cost.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities need remodeling and updating to match the modern decor of the bathroom and dressing areas.
George
United Kingdom, January  2024
8.4/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic. The rooms were very nice and clean with a good selection of drinks available and lovely shampoos and soaps in the bathroom. However, the room could get stifling and noisy with the windows open. The service was excellent, very helpful and welcoming. The location was fabulous, just a short walk to the center and overlooking the river. The dining experience was very good with lots of choices, but the streaky fatty bacon was a downside. The facilities were great, especially the bar.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were lovely, with great drinks selection and a nice shower. The room was large with a super kingsize bed and comfortably warm.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing and very helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, just a two-minute walk to the center and with beautiful views of the river.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was very good with lots of choices, although the streaky fatty bacon was a disappointment.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, especially the reasonably priced bar.
Don
United States, November  2023
7.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were very big, located on the ground level, and impressively modern with a large bathroom. The view of the river from the room was stunning. The staff was truly helpful and lovely, although they seemed a bit unsympathetic when approached about a problem. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the town center with plenty of dining options. Unfortunately, the dining experience was not up to par, with some dishes being reheated and not edible. Overall, a great spot with a few drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were basic but clean and quite spacious, offering a large modern bathroom and a big, soft king-size bed. The view of the river was lovely.
Service
7.0
The staff was really helpful and friendly, overall creating a welcoming atmosphere. However, they were a bit unsympathetic when we had a problem.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was superb, providing easy access to the Kendal town center and offering a nice view from the rooms. The easy walk to the town center was convenient for exploring.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience left something to be desired, as some dishes were not well-prepared or appetizing. The uneven quality affected the overall experience.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered basic facilities but lacked some attention to detail in the dining area. Overall, the amenities were satisfactory.
Frederick
United Kingdom, April  2023
8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were perfect, clean, tidy, and comfortable. The service was very polite and helpful, though I wish there was more flexibility with the minimum nights stay policy. The location was ideal for exploring the town and surrounding area, with the added bonus of free parking. The dining experience, while a bit erratic, still offered fresh food for buffet lovers. Overall, a great value for money with some minor areas for improvement.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were perfect, clean, tidy, and comfortable, with lovely views of the river.
Service
8.0
The staff were very polite and helpful, but some flexibility on the minimum nights stay policy would have been appreciated.
Location
9.0
The location was an ideal base to explore the town and surrounding area, next to the river and offering free parking.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was excellent for buffet lovers, with fresh food throughout the service.
Facilities
The facilities were well-maintained and added value to the overall experience.
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