We arived at the beautiful looking hotel only to be greeted by the most awful woman ever on reception. She was telling a young couple that just because their baby was sick and they were having to leave early, they would still have to pay the full room price. We should've just left the hotel then and taken that as... more

We decided to stay at the Waterhead Coniston after having a lovely lunch at the hotel in October 2007 and being impressed by the hotel's grounds and location. Unfortunately our short break at the Waterhead just over a year later was extremely disappointing. We got what we thought was a fantastic 'two for one' half board deal so cannot complain... more

Having had a few stays at the hotel a number of years ago which were fantastic i thought i would go again and was a bit dubious when i read the recent reviews.. i managed to get an excellent deal as did the person above . We stayed in room no 7 with a lakeside view - beautiful. Our room... more

Great Location. Room 9 was nice decor....bed was uncomfortable. t.v in room ..not bad picture. Breakfast was nice...although fried bread tasted too oiley. Spectacular scenery. Lovely gardens that run down to Lake Coniston are very peaceful and great place to relax. Local pubs are 10 minute walk away. Local pubs are very welcoming and good food and sky football. Great... more

Excellant location in its own ground by the lake , with own jetty , and , weather permitting , very pleasant garden to sit in however the hotel itself , although spacious , could do with a bit of a makeover . Quite a "tired" overall feeling but as mentioned "adequate " with no major flaws. All staff bright and... more

My partner and I chose the Waterhead Hotel, Coniston as the venue for our wedding ceremony. We made this decision last May and have not regretted or been disappointed with our choice. The Hotel is in a prime location with lovely grounds and views of Coniston lake and the mountains. Yes, there are areas of the Hotel, that need attending... more

We spent 5 nights at the Waterhead during the week prior to the Easter weekend. This was our third stay at the Waterhead and again we were not disappointed. The hotel is located on the edge of Lake Coniston and has stunning views of the Old Man, the largest mountain in the immediate area. The hotel is rather traditional and... more

I also booked this hotel by mistake. I had intended to book The Waterhead Hotel in Ambelside, but the "near Ambleside" quotation in its advertisement drived me wrong. The Coniston hotel charged me £120 for 1 night in a double room. I was appalled!! It had been the worst room I had ever been, by far. It was Easter weekend,... more

My husband and I have just spent a lovely christmas at the hotel. I was nearly put off the hotel by the last review, but am glad I did go. The Waterhead hotel is a very good 2star hotel. This you must keep in mind. The room[18] was very nice and very clean.Food was very good and the staff made... more