windermere
"hospitality at its best"

windermere Latest Reviews

Reviewed : 30 May 2026

Excellent 1 Night Stay

The room was neat and tidy, well decorated, had a very comfortable bed with a tasteful modern bathroom, which had a very good raindrop and handheld shower with nice fluffy towels. In the room there was complimentary water, tea and coffee. The coffee being excellent coffee bags but no complimentary biscuits which would have been a nice touch. We booked directly on a bed and breakfast basis. The breakfast was excellent I have to say with plenty of choice.

Reviewed : 29 May 2026

Sunday lunch sublime

We went for Sunday lunch at this excellent gastro pub. It was delicious- really generous portions with additional cauliflower cheese and more than enough veg. The staff were so friendly and attentive and we didn’t wait long at all. We can’t recommend it enough!

Reviewed : 21 May 2026

Birthday meal, first class!

Although we don't stay at the hotel we eat and drink here every time we holiday in this area. Our meal tonight was first class, as a vegan I chose the plant burger and my family had fish and chips and the evening special sea bass. The staff as ever were very friendly and attentive. Love it here and couldn't recommend it highly enough!

Reviewed : 18 May 2026

An all-round great visit - Thank you.

I enjoyed a lovely evening meal of steak and chips in the pub, washed down with a cheeky glass of Merlot. I’m still quite new to solo travel & pub dining but it was easy here because the staff are very friendly & welcoming, excellent service, delicious food, and I really enjoyed the whole visit, thank you .

Reviewed : 17 May 2026

Fantastic stopover.

We arrived late due to traffic, well after the restaurant was closed. However Anthony and his team made us very welcome and even prepared us a lovely sandwich plater. The family room we had booked was prepared lovely and very comfortable to sleep in. This overnight stay was then finished off with a fantastic breakfast. Thank you Anthony and your great team

Reviewed : 13 May 2026

Definitely a hidden gem

Came across this lovely pub while on a day out to Cardiff. Friendly helpful staff, food was amazing I had small breakfast and my partner had a steak baguette it was the best food we have had in a long while. Highly recommend it does say 2 for £12 meals but clearly states on the board selected meals. Staff couldn’t do enough and is a hidden gem in Cardiff

Reviewed : 29 Apr 2026

Impeccable!

The staff were so polite and attentive throughout our time and the food was absolutely impeccable! I cannot emphasis enough how flavoursome and high quality the food itself was, portion sizes were perfect and the presentation was wonderful. We both agreed this place absolutely has exceeded what we’re already quite high expectations and we will definitely be visiting again!

Reviewed : 27 Apr 2026

Food to die for!

I went with my son on Saturday 4th September. We had fillet steak skewers and the lasagne. Was beautiful. Staff was really nice and nothing to much trouble. Well done to you all and we will be returning soon.

Reviewed : 27 Apr 2026

Popped in & so glad we did!

We were passing through and saw this fantastic building and were curious as it looked amazing. We were not disappointed at all. I had the Steak and ale pie and although don’t normally get excited by a pie I had to complement their chef as it was perfect! My wife was not disappointed by their burgers either. Lovely Staff, great service, not rushed but not too laid back. I would 100% recommend to any travellers looking for a drink and a bite to eat in Cardiff (I hope I spelt that right!)

Reviewed : 24 Apr 2026

Amazing service & food

I wanted to leave a review as I feel this pub certainly deserves it! The new management is next to none! The service we received as soon as we came in was amazing and lovely that owner took the time to come to speak to us. Not only was the service was amazing, the food is ridiculously good, you can tell everything is fresh and made from scratch, can’t recommend this place enough whether it’s food, just drinks or both. A suitable pub for family, friends, couple the whole lot!

Reviewed : 22 Apr 2026

Great place to stay

Amazing stay , very cosy cottage with beautiful view! Breakfast included with many good options. Staff it’s very professional and helpful. Loads of great places around for a walk . Definitely coming back.

Reviewed : 20 Apr 2026

Amazing stay Cardiff hotel

I stayed here for a week for University and it was a breath of fresh air compared to my previous hotel. It is like a home away from home and I felt so comfortable travelling alone. There are lots of lovely touches like fresh milk available to take to your room in a cool flask, hot chocolate and filter coffee bags available in your room and a lovely cosy fire in the restaurant. The food was absolutely incredible too and the breakfast options were 10/10.

Reviewed : 13 Apr 2026

Beautiful and breathtaking!

I went in January for a wedding fair, this was the first venue we went to visit and I didn’t expect to book it there and then but the whole experience was just amazing, the hotel was absolutely perfect, really modern and very romantic and beautiful. We went off for lunch and viewed a few rooms and the spa and cannot wait to use this ASAP! We booked our wedding venue there and then, the staff were so friendly and helpful particularly for me as I am disabled and wheelchair bound.

Reviewed : 22 Mar 2026

Way better than expected!

Very friendly and polite staff, there was a wait for food but they kept me updated, and were apologetic even though it wasn't required. Besides that they were chatty in the right way, even though it was busy. The food was absolutely superb. I got the 8oz Steak Burger and I honestly cannot remember the last time I had a better burger (and I work in Leeds where there are plenty of very good places to eat). Will be making a point to come back here again the next time I'm back for the weekend.

Reviewed : 15 Mar 2026

Good value for money

Went for impromptu lunch. Excellent service. Food was lovely and very good value for money. I chose the scampi and changed the sides due to my foodie intolerances and this was accommodated without fuss. Staff very friendly.

Reviewed : 12 Mar 2026

Great village pub.

I’d heard very good things about the new management.The service was friendly, the food was absolutely brilliant. Good wholesome pub food. I had the steak pie which was lovely, with a lovely rich gravy. All plates cleared. We will definitely return, I think if this is the standard, the other pubs in the area should be worried. Thanks again. We will definitely return.