We spent one night at Aphrodites Lodge in the Flintstone Suite after spending the night before at its sister hotel 21 The Lakes in the contempary suite.

When myself and my now fiance look at staying in any hotel the rooms are really important and what can i say this was the best room we have ever stayed in from the spa bath for two to the log fire which uses eco logs purchased from reception for only £2.50. The bed was huge and so comfortable we had such a laugh and it was made all that more special as my boyfriend popped that all important question.

We were ever so nervous about staying due to the reviews we'd read and all i can say is we are glad we took no notice.
There was some work being carried out around the hotel and grounds which we hadnt been informed of when booking but this didnt effect us in the slightest due to the Flintstone Suite having its own private access off the car park very private.

We were offered at an additional charge of ruffly £50 a outdoor hot tub which we declined and we were glad we did because the only place it could possibly of been was around the corner in what appeared to be a shed not exactly romantic looking to us plus its not needed due to the spa bath for 2 people in the room.

We were situated on the groud floor which was excellent due to the room having its own private access however the room above must of had wooden flooring so we could hear some movement from our neighbours but to be honest it didnt really bother us too much.

It was obvisouly very quite due to the time of year and it being the week before xmas and we chose not to eat in the restaurant as it was so quite and we like a bit of atmosphere when eating out plus they only offer a light snack menu and if you want an evening meal you have to go to 21 The Lakes which is a minus so we cant comment on the food.

We found the staff to be helpful but not quite as friendly as the staff at 21 The Lakes this comment mean't in no way mean to them as they weren't rude in the slightest...... I guess its just different personalities in people and the staff we met were either hindered by language barriers or just don't have that kind of bubbly friendly personality naturally however as I say they were helpful.

All in all this is an amazing place and I would recommend it to any adults wanting a truley unusual experiance.

Not as bad as some of the other reviews. Stayed at the Clepoatra suite which was different to usual hotel rooms. It included an aqua bath in the lounge which was good! The themed rooms are very nice. Staff were very helpful and I have to say the best customer service we have received at any hotel!! the only downside is the rooms are very expensive for what they are even with the weekly specials.

My partner and I stayed in the Indonesian suite in Nov 07 on a last minute getaway for my birthday. Checked in Tuesday, earlier than the stated time but our room was ready so no problems there. The Indonesian was lovely, very spacious with a fabulous 4 poster bed - one of the most comfortable beds we have ever slept in. We were on the first floor and the view over the gardens and the dancing fountain was lovely. Nice touches included the wine glasses and duck down bedding. The double spa bath was loads of fun too but make sure you give it plenty of time to fill up! Didn't use the sauna but that was another nice touch. Good size refrigerator for a bottle of wine etc.

In the week we stayed they had just started offering bar snacks and drinks in the evening which is above the normal standard for a lodge/B&B place.

I would say it was within walking distance of Bowness but on a steep hill which is tough on the way back if you're not a seasoned walker.

All in all would describe Aphrodites as a little bit of luxury in the Lakes. Will definitely stay again but would keep to a first floor room as the ground floor terraces did not look very private.

my fiance and me have just returned from here and we stayed in the flinstone room. very nice, but i was worried when i read all of the bad reviews. it is in a lovely position, near the lake and some shops and restaurants and bars. room was a good size. jacuzzi bath in room. big comfy bed with fresh clean sheets and lovely pillows. room service was excellent. it is by no means five star, but is clean with a lovely fire for which you can buy eco logs at check in. seems popular as breakfast was fairly busy. nice and small hotel. would go back again. we also had an outdoor hot tub to ourselves, roof less, and has wooden chairs and table in the enlclosed area. none of staff seem british, do a good fast job with everything. not very smiley but hey thats being too picky