The Inn on the Lake

Visited The Inn on the Lake on 11/04/2024 whilst on a break with family and friends at the nearby Patterdale Estate. We went to the Orangery to eat. On arriving we had a warm welcome from the reception staff who pointed us in the right direction. We had 3 dogs with us who were made to feel welcome too with some lovely soft towels to sleep on. The food was top class which was very much appreciated after a long days walk. And finally must say David who was our main server was absolutely excellent so friendly, chatty just overall a brilliant waiter. Five stars from me, my family and of course the dogs.

Came here for lunch. Great views, handsome dining room and attentive service, but the main event, the food, was not good. Steak was tough & dry, the breaded chicken breast suffered from the opposite problem, too thick and soggy.

Enjoyed a marvellous anniversary dinner in The Lake View restaurant here last week with my wife. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal, from a decent menu, alongside a pretty extensive wine list. Service was good with the staff being both friendly and attentive. We should say that all the staff were generally excellent - my wife turned up wet and bedraggled the day before to enquire about a dinner booking and the staff on reception were very helpful in making our booking and allowing us to (hopefully) select a table; this actually transpired and made for a wonderful evening especially as the weather was good too. Overall we were delighted with our visit and welcome, despite not being hotel guests, and found ourselves returning later in the week to visit the Orangery Restaurant. A terrific experience and we hope to be back!

Food is really good . Due to its location is always busy. Best to book if want to eat in Orangey with a lake view. Walkability: Near Hellvelyn, Aira Force,Ullswater steamers .

Lovely hotel in a great location