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The Gateway Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Kendal with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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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

Room options

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

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 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
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room

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

About the neighborhood

Kendal

Located within a mile (2 km) of Lyth Valley, The Gateway Hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition. This 9-room hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lyth Valley - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brewery Arts Centre - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Sizergh Castle - 7 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 11 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 16 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 3 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The New Union - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whistling Pig Bar And Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Gateway Hotel

Hotel in Kendal with a coffee shop and a restaurant
The Gateway Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and an off-leash area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Hair dryers are also available.

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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 transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

You need to know

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The Gateway Hotel?

This hotel is located in Kendal within a short 19-minute walk of Lyth Valley. You'll also find Brewery Arts Centre and Kendal Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Gateway Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Gateway Hotel feature a casino?

No, The Gateway Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Gateway Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Gateway Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Gateway Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Gateway Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Gateway Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area and food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Gateway Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Gateway Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Gateway Hotel.

The Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terence

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfect for an autumn weekend away. There must of been an issue with the thermostat however as it felt like 100oC despite the windows open. Couldn’t switch the radiators off. Given the price of the booking, you’d of thought breakfast was included, I was wrong. Wanted to eat in the hotel in the evening, as the food smelt delicious however was told by staff that all tables were full for the night which was a shame. So a late night shop to Booths it was.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Comfortable room, very friendly staff and lovely meal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely hotel, convenient location, quite scenic (excluding the road thatvwas rather busy). The staff were excellent, evening meal was great and at a good price. Room was spacious and well decorated. A few negatives unfortunately, the room was extremely dusty in places such as the corners and bottom of the table, the less obvious places. Although the restaurant was lovely food, i wasn't a fan of being able to smell every dish that was cooked in our room which in turn meant all our cloths smelled of cooking. I had to stand on a chair to draw the curtains as they would not move on the curtain pole. A personal opinion which may not matter to others was the mattress, i like a medium or firm mattress, this im afraid was like sleeping on a bean bag, very soft and had the sinking effect which lead to a poor nights sleep, however a soft mattress may favour other guests.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lynne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food. Lovely bedrooms, very comfortable. Poor location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ailsa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and a jolly vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The hotel was very comfortable and I enjoyed my stay, staff were welcoming and friendly, lovely room and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dexter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Overall an all right stay

Pros: very dog friendly, space to allow dogs to be off lead (but under control); comfy bed and bedding; clean, good shower; great food in the restaurant downstairs; close to motorway for an easy set off home, yet only 12 min from Ambelside. Cons: stained, old, dirty carpet; sticky bathroom floor; charge for dogs says £15 on all adverts, yet tried to charge £20, not a huge deal but detail like that lowers the rating in my opinion; one morning had to ask for tea bags as not been replaced; for some people it may matter that it's a bit on the outskirts of Lake District and there isn't much within walking distance; breakfast not included which, added to the above, lowers value for money. Staff are all right, but don't seem to be going out of their way, so to speak. They seemed a bit grumpy, but might just be my impression. Very steep and narrow stairs but that's made very clear on adverts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel guests

We stayed here for two night’s lovely staff food beautiful and hotel very clean and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

B

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent well presented room. Really good staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Gateway Inn stay

We spent two nights at the Gateway Inn and it was excellent. The rooms are spacious and spotless and the staff were great. Very helpful ,courteous and welcoming. The food was delicious. Lots of variety for breakfast and the main menu has something for everyone. Definitely recommend the Lamb Henry. We dined on both nights and we’re not disappointed . It gets busy so you have to book it. Must mention they have a good selection of ales and wines to suit all tastes. We will definitely be going back and have recommended it to all our friends and family. Must mention Dog friendly . They look after your pet too . Benji loved his gift.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hirudika

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a family room and it was amazing,very clean,cute room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

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

10/10 Excellent

Mhairi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel just a few miles off the motorway but on the other she of Kendal. The Rooms are tastefully decorated, clean and comfortable. We will come again for a longer stay. Just beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Going back again !!!

Good stay. Food was very good. The waitress was excellent (didn’t catch her name.) was very helpful in recommending my meal although she did say the roast was good and it did look good lol ! Complimentary chocolates is a really good idea and they were delicious. Will 100% go back next time I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facility
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lovely comfy beds and very clean. Food excellent and staff attentive and friendly. Would highly recommend and will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel 5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

A lovely hotel in a beautiful area. The staff were lovely and the food delicious. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Traveled with family
Room wasn't that clean. The toilet kept us awake all night, it kept filling up and was quite noisy. Hotel can do with a bit of an upgrade. It was pretty average.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025