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Reviews of The Dunes Hotel 4 stars

Hawthwaite Lane, Barrow in Furness, LA14 4QW, United Kingdom

#13 of 15 hotels in Barrow in Furness

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1751 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.1

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only thing we didn't like is that we had really noisy neighbours which where playing music,singing and talking really loudly at the window ALLLL night up until about 7ish in the morning, but that's nothing to do with the hotel it self just rude selfish people

    Great location with a little beach 3mins drive, beautiful hotel with even better views if you have a room on the top floor

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    8.0
    Wonderful stay
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    would have preferred more choice on the food menu

    Hotel was lovely and the staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    8.0
    Such a relaxing stay, a good place to come to rest and rejuvenate.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I could fault was the slow service at dinner however with only 2 chefs working on a busy night and a private event on also, it was understandable other than that it was perfect.

    Such a beautiful little hotel, perfect for a quiet getaway. The staff were amazing, super friendly and helpful. We took our dog with us and he absolutely loved it. A little field attached to the hotel for him to run around. The room was spacious and very clean, had everything you needed.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    We had a lovely relaxed stay for my partners birthday!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few too many dogs around for my personal preference.

    The playlists in the bar/restaurant and at breakfast were really good. Our evening meal was lovely & the atmosphere in the restaurant was great. The staff were very friendly, as were the guests.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    9.0
    Excellent hotel and wonderful staff
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    For the 2 weeks we get sun in the UK, better blackout curtains/blinds would be great

    We’ll presented & great staff

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really.

    The room I was given had like the ones under the roof. It hurt my back as I need to walk half bent. I asked the staff for help and I was sorted immediately. The hotel is so quiet, it was the perfect place to recharge my batteries. At the same time the beach is 3 min drive. Perfect for my dog.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower pressure

    Staff were really nice, hotel was really nice.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Cold room on arrival. Slow for radiator & towel rail to heat up. Fortunately there was an electric heater in the wardrobe to use initially

    Quality of catering for evening meal & breakfast was good. Comfortable bed Ideally located for Sandscale Haws nature reserve

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2024

    9.0
    Lovely off the beaten track hotel for an occasion or business meetings.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Although the food was good, we were a little disappointed that there were no king prawns available for our evening meal, as both of our chosen dishes had them in it. The alternative choices were fine. Slight confusion getting there, as Google maps takes you to the lane that is no longer a through road. Found it eventually.

    Good sized room and bathroom. Friendly & helpful staff. Food was good for our evening meal and also the buffet food that my partner had for the business meeting the next day.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    8.0
    A top value weekend with excellent food & friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No dislikes

    Clean, friendly & excellent value

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    9.0
    Quiet location, very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and well presented throughout. The outside space would be great for a summer wedding or celebration.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

    9.0
    Very enjoyable and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Size of tv was our only gripe but as I say you don’t go away to watch tv.

    Breakfast was v good, the evening meal we had was excellent. We have stayed before so no surprises with the room which were of high standard, only negative was the postage size tv, but you don’t go away to watch tv so we will forgive them for that. Our only complaint was not with the staff but rowdy and foul mouthed neighbours. When we mentioned this to the receptionist we did not approve of the loud foul language, we were moved without hesitation, without even asking to be moved. All credit to the staff for that. We also had 3 dogs with us but they were welcomed by all staff who made a great fussy over hem. Only reason they didn’t get full marks is I never give the top marks to anyone or anything. We will be back. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Waiting too long to be served at bar. Not staffs fault but need extra staff. Banged my head multiple times on low ceiling in bedroom. No ones fault. Just did.

    Very comfortable

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    9.0
    Excellent hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the only dislike was one food item (none of us enjoyed!) was the sausage...a bit too dense for our liking, but other than that, all lovely

    beautiful hotel with comfortable and spacious rooms. Lovely decor and very pleasant & polite staff. Dinner was excellent in the restaurant, and breakfast was good .

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful stay, clean room, and amazing restaurant food! Fridnely staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed could feel springs in mattress. And walls thin couod hear next door walking about and doors banging loud.

    From the moment I walked in I was welcomed by lovely reception staff. I booked into the restaurant the staff there were great and the food so so good. Really happy with my spontaneous last minute stay!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    9.0
    Lovely get away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If I could, I would add tumblers for drinks and maybe bedside Lamps for comfortable lighting.

    Great location, comfortable, great style, good price, very friendly staff to humans and our dog.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Staff serving breakfast were quite rude, all other staff brilliant.

    Location, room size, & food. Hot water went off and the staff were very helpful and had it resorted efficiently.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We went for dinner to find 2 items had been swapped out on the menu for alternatives, and there were no pizzas. The pizza menu makes up 80% of the menue, so we had to book a taxi at short notice and race to find an alternative. We also had change rooms due to a very uncomfortable bed.

    The staff in reception are great. The location was fantastic. The setting of the hotel was lovely and the rooms are a good size.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed wasn't that comfortable and I wish the size of the TV was larger as we were in a larger family room and the TV was a big distance from where we could sit.

    The staff were amazing. They were personable and couldn't do enough for you. They loved to have a chat and find out about who was staying with them. They were lovely with my daughter (10 month old). The hotel, especially downstairs, was gorgeous. Lovely, stylish, comfortable layout. Outside was amazing to sit and have a drink after a busy family day and there is plenty of space for children to play if needed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    8.0
    Lovely place and will return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food offering and staff not providing information on availability.

    Dog friendly, modern decor. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    9.0
    Nice location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only one chair in the room (we got another!)

    Nice hotel in a very quiet surrounding. The room was confortable and clean. Parking Spaces nearby. Good Restaurant and Breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Only reason I didn't leave a 10 star review is due to reception desk being unmanned which meant waiting/looking for staff to help. The staff were fantastic and clearly very busy and stretched with things that needed to be done. Cannot fault the staff, they were working hard and super friendly but seems there's just not enough of them (no fault of theirs)

    Breakfast was great, I'm vegetarian and the options were great for me.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    7.0
    Excellent location peaceful and lovely grounds
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds was hard

    So pet friendly and kept very clean staff was great Lisa on bar was fab and the breakfast guy he was great so big shout out to them

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    9.0
    Will Definitely Return
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, great visit, enjoyed it, maybe a little off the beaten track for some but perfect for us - Thank you

    Staff very friendly & chatty, great atmosphere, good food, nice bar area, room clean & spacious & although not relevant to us on this visit (overnight for Rugby) Dog friendly Great family hotel - will be back for sure

    Stayed in May 2024

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