Gilpin Bridge Inn is a haven in the countryside where you can unwind with free breakfast and enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Connect to WiFi, challenge your friends to a game of billiards, or let little ones burn off energy at the playground.
At Gilpin Bridge Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake Windermere. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Playground
Children's menu
What to do
Pool table
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Luggage storage
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property is professionally cleaned.
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Gilpin Bridge Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gilpin Bridge Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gilpin Bridge Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Gilpin Bridge Inn and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Levens Hall and Gardens (2.3 mi) and Sizergh Castle (2.8 mi), along with Brewery Arts Centre (6.3 mi) and Cartmel Racecourse (8.8 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Gilpin Bridge Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Gilpin Bridge Inn like?
Gilpin Bridge Inn is located a short 1-minute walk from Lyth Valley.
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Gilpin Bridge Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Food
Room
Breakfast
Bathroom
What guests liked
Breakfast offerings were good value and provided a variety of choices. (9 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Really enjoyed our stay here, the room is small but spotless and comfortable. The lady who looked after us at breakfast was brilliant!
caroline
caroline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Gr8, your recommened
Very friendly staff and I was upgraded to a better room which was unexpected.
mel
mel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
The room was small but very clean and comfortable. The staff were helpful and friendly, especially the lady who looked after us at breakfast, she was an absolute treasure!
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Very comfortable hotel, with a wonderful attentive staff. Well kept and clean hotel. Food was generous and very good.No problems or deficiencies encountered. Would certainly consider booking in future.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2025
friendly approachable staff, relaxed atmosphere, clean, well presented rooms.
Hilary
Hilary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Great easy affordable place to stop on a long journey. Friendly staff, comfortable rooms.
Rosie
Rosie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Villa in the lakes
Had a lovely stay at this hotel beautiful location friendly staff a wonderful experience would recommend & Maria on the reception was very helpful .
GILLIAN
GILLIAN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Loved this hotel, typical country hotel and lovely staff!
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Small country inn with 8 rooms . Ideal for a short stay visit to southern lakes. Bar and restaurant really good, rooms recently refurbished.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 19, 2025
Very old world with open beams and tastefully decorated. Staff were brilliant at making you welcome..
Alan
Alan, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 12, 2025
Noisy pub below room
There was a party on I. The bar/room below our room and was very shouty and noisy. We had to call reception before they quietens down. This was just before midnight and we were very tired.
Angus
Angus, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 1, 2025
Room was clean. Bathroom clean. No grab handle to get in bath, dangerous if you are less mobile. Sounds from adjoining room very noticeable. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food average
mary
mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Lovely night away, the Inn was clean warm and cosy on a cold winters night.
The staff, especially Jordan are a credit, going over and a above, definitely be back soon.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 10, 2023
Very friendly good value and good food.
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2023
Great accommodation, lovely and clean, fabulous food and friendly helpful staff. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend 10/10.
Voirrey
Voirrey, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 28, 2025
Could have been better
The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spotlessly clean, good linen and there were enough choices at the continental breakfast.
I give this review so that the hotel can take steps to rectify what, to us, seems obvious and beneficial for future guests:- No bedside lights, only a harsh overhead bright light. I love to read in bed but it was unfair to keep my partner awake. The duvet would have been right for a winter's day, however, it was a warm summer's evening and it was impossible to sleep with such a thick covering.
It just wasn't a pleasant room to be in, overlooking a wall and the other guest's window. Sadly we won't be booking again.
Dorothy
Dorothy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Lovely inn, friendly staff and comfy bed
Greeted by a cheerful and friendly member of staff. Booked in and showed to our room, called the Collie room. A lovely picture of a collie dog on the wall and two collie dog mugs in the room. Cosy room with comfy bed. The only minor drawback was that there was no bedside lights which was slightly awkward for reading
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2023
Great wee place
Had a lovely stopover on the way south The staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was lovely and well cooked with big portions. Would definitely stay there again it was really nice.
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2023
Staying at the Gilpin Bridge Inn
Really nice place, with friendly helpful staff. Food was good. Overall, a good stay.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
The staff were great! Unfortunately I was quite ill during my stay, I had to be rushed in to to Hospitam
The staff were great and helped in many ways, they made me feel special and I would recommend to anyone! Kind , helpful, friendly
Thank You So Much
richard
richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2025
Easy access for the Lakes
I stayed here a few years ago and it was good then. The upgrade to the hotel is fabulous. Mid afternoon arrival, everything in the room was new or spotless. The addt charge for breakfast was good value. The staff especially Jordan were very helpful.
martin
martin, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 6, 2025
Very Basic accommodation
When we got there wanted a card number but only had my phone, so had to leave a £50 deposit until checked out. No where did it mention this when booking or on confirmation email.
Booking stated breakfast was included in price but only basic continental. They wanted £12 each extra if wanted full breakfast. This breakfast type should have been stated on hotels.com site.
No bed side lamp in rooms so had to get out of bed to turn main light off.
Staff was friendly but hotel price was not worth it for the standard of accommodation received and I have stayed in 100s of different hotels during my career.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 23, 2025
Accommadition very poor no shelves to put anything on no shelf in shower.Towels werent changed.Had to live out of a case. Continental breakfast was very poor didnt realise you had to pay for a full english until we got there .Breakfast room was cold & uninviting..No hairdryer .The staff were friendly but don't think we will stay again needs alot of improvement.
William
William, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 7, 2025
Disappointing breakfast and room.
Staying one night meeting with family. Room was small, nowhere to put a suitcase, no charger in bathroom for toothbrushes of shaver. Meal was more expensive than on website menu. Booked through Hotels.com and described as bed and breakfast, When we arrived breakfast was described as Continental. Cereals, tea, coffee, toast and small shop dry pastries. Told there was yoghurts in fridge, actually 2 only there. Breakfast was from 6am but no staff until 8am, you had to make breakfast yourself. Really disappointed as location is lovely.
WILLIAM
WILLIAM, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Great value
After travelling around the UK for four weeks, this is one hotel we can wholeheartedly recommend. Great food, great service, good room. The only complaint we thought we were going to have, was too much light from the exterior lights coming through the curtains, but we had overlooked that the window also had a blind!