The Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Crook Rd, Kendal, England, LA8 8LX
  • Brewery Arts Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kendal Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lyth Valley
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Family Triple Room, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kendal

In Kendal .You'll find Lyth Valley and The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Brewery Arts Centre and Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Brewery Arts Centre - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Kendal Castle - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Sizergh Castle - 7 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Lyth Valley - 10 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 12 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ye Olde Fleece Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rifleman's Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fold Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The New Union - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Gateway Hotel

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Gateway Hotel offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers. This Kendal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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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

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Gateway Hotel to the airport?

The Gateway Hotel is 89.5 mi (103-min drive) away from the John Lennon Airport (LPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gateway Hotel?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gateway Hotel on Oct 1, 2025 start from $97.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Gateway Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Gateway Hotel.

Does The Gateway Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Gateway Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Gateway Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Gateway Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a pool?

The Gateway Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Gateway Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Gateway Hotel to downtown Kendal?

The Gateway Hotel is 1.7 mi away from Kendal.

The Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very conveniently situated and staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was lovely, with a comfortable bed and a very nice ensuite. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

Would recommend The Gateway.

Very nice room, clean and tidy, mattress was a little bit soft but other than that superb. Arrival chocolates was a nice touch too. Food was amazing and good selection of beers available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great food and value for money.

Excellent value for money, the room was lovely with a great view. A little welcome present as well. The food was fantastic, had the roast they do, very nice! Staff were all very polite and helpful, definitely recommend, half way between Windermere and Kendal, so a great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice local hotel. Nice rooms and lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, excellent service and good choice of food. Very popular with walkers and do friendly too. Recommended and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, staff were very friendly and the food was very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy, comfortable, beautiful, friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was fantastic and so was the food we chose , definitely would go again :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, views from the family room were incredible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rhydian Wyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice menu and choice of drinks
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

Lovely stay

Had a nice 1 night stay at Gateway. Nice place and great breakfast. Bed was a bit tired and could do with replacing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great restaurant, wonderful staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property for a bargain price & will forever be part of my engagement weekend I arrange for my partner & I. Will visit again! Thanks, Danny
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice food and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food. Helpful staff. Stunning room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely. Hotel is well situated. Food was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodie-Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was overstuffed with furniture and difficult to manoeuvre. The coffee was undrinkable and I paid $16 AUD for 2 pieces of toast. Situated a fair distance from the town centre, so would have chosen differently in hindsight.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable friendly Lakeland hotel

Comfortable stay in rooms of good decor with friendly and engaging staff. Excellent breakfast and good dinner menu. Bed rather too soft, but I understand due to be replaced shortly. Competitively priced for those visiting lakes with transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

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

Cozy country style bedroom

Really comfy bed and cozy room. Perfect lil stop over for work. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025