Stainton, Penrith, CA11 0EP, United Kingdom
#10 of 21 hotels in Penrith
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1270 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
8.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 February 2024
Gill
United KingdomCharacter property, quirky features
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Emma
United KingdomIt was so close to the M6, easy to get to. The food was amazing!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 February 2024
Michelle
United KingdomVery little, just the armchair in the bedroom was water-stained so slightly off-putting,not indicative of the high-standard in the rest of the hotel
Authentic, charming, cosy bar, friendly staff, bustling, excellent breakfast, very good service, good food reason prices, very comfortable bed, clean well appointed bathroom, warm bright conservatory, close to ulswater
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Colin
United KingdomComfortable room. Good breakfast with table service.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Sue
United KingdomSmall double bed however any bigger and it wouldn’t of fitted in the room nicely
Lovely ambience, an older property but had a cosy welcoming vibe
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Patricia
United KingdomNothing stands out.
Easy to access from M6 when travelling north. Traditional style of building with attractive gardens and free parking.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Anne
United KingdomBreakfast was good but not an Irish hospitality breakfast. Only one sausage one bacon. No mushrooms no potato bread and toast limited
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Geoffrey
United KingdomCosy hotel with great staff, very welcoming and very good menu. Will definitely go again.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Christine
United KingdomEverything was excellent however the water pressure in the shower dropped (im assuming) when someone in another room either flushed a toilet or turned a tap on.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Richard
United KingdomBar was a bit noisy being beneath our room, although not too late into the evening. Wifi was intermittent.
Room was comfortable if a bit snug. Impressed to have a teapot for teamaking. Breakfast was fresh and tasty, attractively served in a pleasant dining room. Staff very friendly. Room and ensuite in good condition. Bed large and comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Arlene
United KingdomNicely decorated.. very cosy
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Ian
United KingdomRoom heat was difficult to control
Dinner and breakfast were excellent. Staff efficient and friendly
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Keith
United KingdomThe hotel is well located and easy to,find with plenty of parking. The staff were friendly and helpful and my room was comfortable and clean. The food, both dinner and breakfast were very good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Greg
United KingdomSignage would help if illuminated at night. I drove past and had to return.
Staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Isobel
United KingdomBreakfast was fine but rather uninspiring. I also had my car damaged in the car park, not the hotels fault but disappointing when I saw it the next morning.
The bed was very very comfortable and the room catered for all my needs
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Vicki
United KingdomComfy and clean, friendly staff, good food.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Monique
AustraliaWe loved that this felt like a truely authentic English Hotel experience. Delicious hearty food, friendly staff and beautifully decorated.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Richard
United KingdomStaying only one night!
Nothing was too much trouble for the lovely hosts and staff at The Brantwood! Our meals (dinner and breakfast) were of the highest quality. We were staying for just one night following an eye op, and could not have been made to feel more welcome
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Laurence
United KingdomBoth evening meal and morning breakfast was delicious and freshly cooked.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 27 January 2024
Di32
United KingdomReally lovely hotel, like stepping back in time. Attentive staff, lovely rooms, great food.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Melanie
United KingdomFood portion was way to large. My room key only worked on the outside. Lol got locked in, but this was swiftly sorted out by the owner.
Location, the room, the staff. Food was excellent.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Sandra
United KingdomTV in room
Breakfast was very good. Staff excellent
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
John
United KingdomHad one night at The Brantwood which was challenging because the power was knocked out by Storm Isha. The staff could not have done any more to make sure we were OK in spite of the circumstances. We would love to stay again in better weather.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 January 2024
David
United KingdomWi-fi was intermittent and mobile coverage was weak.
An extensive dinner menu, well cooked with quality ingredients at a reasonable price. The location is very quiet but excellent for motorway access. The staff are very friendly and well trained.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Russell
United KingdomGood location great food
Stayed in December 2023
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