Hillside Bed & Breakfast
Hillside Bed & Breakfast descritpion
Hillside Bed & Breakfast is set in a Victorian residence located in the historic market town of Kendal, 2 minutes’ walk uphill from the centre. This 4-star property offers rooms with scenic views, free Wi-Fi, and free on-street permit parking.
The charming en suite rooms at Hillside offer views across Kendal and the fells beyond. Each has an LCD TV, a hairdryer, and a well-stocked refreshment tray. Drying facilities and ironing supplies are also available. All rooms are located upstairs on the first or second floors.
Breakfast features fresh fruit, juices, cereals and yoghurts followed by a full English breakfast or lighter option made with quality ingredients.
Guests can enjoy the town’s various country and riverside walks, as well as shopping in the historic ‘yards’. The Brewery Arts Centre is 5 minutes’ walk away, while Abbott Hall Art Gallery and Kendal Museum are 10 minutes' walk away.
Hillside is an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Lake District and Dales National Parks and has easy access to the A6 and the M6 Motorway. Kendal Train Station is half a mile away.
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Facilities of Hillside Bed & Breakfast
Pets ：Pets are not allowed.
Activities ：Golf Course (within 2 miles) | Hiking | Cycling
Food & Drink ：Special Diet Meals (upon request)
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
Services ：Baggage Storage
General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Reviews for Hillside Bed & Breakfast
Review 1：Beautiful room with clean amenities. Friendly owner, with lovely breakfast including Gluten free options. Perfect for me, i would definitely return.
Review 2：A very good and well-situated B&B. Our room was clean and comfortable. The breakfasts were excellent and the owners friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Review 3：I could not find anything to dislike.
Review 4：Friendly owners willing to help with any questions about places to visit or to eat. Real relaxing house to stay in, with a great breakfast.
Review 5：Large and clean shower but nil pressure.
Review 6：Great location within an easy walk of town centre, helpful and friendly owners, great breakfast, large and very clean room.
Review 7：we had to move the headboard, every time we turned the headboard hit the wall, a very trivial thing but a wee bit annoying.
Review 8：Wendy and Richard were lovely and helpful, advised us on places to go and restaurants to go too, which were excellent.
Review 9：Nothing - apart from the uphill when returning to the B&B from the city center.
Review 10：Richard + Wendy provided a lot of invaluable assistance and info to make our stay in Kendal and around the Lake District memorable. A sumptuous breakfast, free WIFI, free tea, coffee + biscuits replenished daily, easy parking ......a very good package indeed.
Review 11：The owners Richard & Wendy were very helpful and extremely friendly which made our stay perfect. The location of the B&B is excellent - walking distance to the town centre and great base for exploring the lakes. The room was spotless and the breakfast delicious.
Review 12：Having been on a tour of the North West, I stayed at the Hillside B&B, having spent the two previous nights in large chain hotels.. well there's no doubt which gave me the best experience. Good VFM, clean and top quality room and en-suite, and a delicious breakfast in the morning. To top of it all of, Richard & Wendy are an extremely accommodating and friendly couple, with Richard offering me some invaluable local knowledge after breakfast regarding best routes to take through the lakes to get the most out of my experience. All in all, a 10/10 hotel experience and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Hillside to anyone looking to stay in Kendal, as the perfect launchpad to exploring the beautiful Lake District.
Review 13：A very short distance into town for a very good choice of restaurants. Hosts very helpful and informative, helped us plan our short trip to the Lake District
Review 14：Nothing to not like!
Review 15：The owners Richard & Wendy Fawthrop were very friendly and gave us a good idea of where to go to eat for our evening meal. And suggested a scenic route for us to take for our onward journet. The Breakfast was substantial and delicious. We'd stay there again!
Review 16：Did not have a bad experience
Review 17：Would definitely go to Hillside again ..... lovely place to stay .... owners helpful and knowledgeable about the area ... good place to stay :-)
Review 18：A bit expensive compared to other inns nearby.
Review 19：Very comfortable room. Super clean. I loved the tea and coffee served at room. Breakfast was great! Definitely will recommend it to my friends.
Review 20：Very steep stairs. No car park. The room's furnishings seemed thrown together and slightly dated. Breakfast was ok but nothing special and only available for one hour.
Review 21：You can walk into the town centre.
Review 22：The hotel is up a steep hill, people will need to get a taxi if they struggle with walking but I was fine.
Review 23：Free Wi-Fi Comfy bed Friendly Staff Nice Area Close to the high street Great shower Free tea, coffee and hot chocolate in the room. Tasty Breakfast
Review 24：If you have to walk, you need to climb the hill, but when you get there 'GREAT'
Review 25：A husband and wife (+ the help from there son) they could not do enough for you, if you want a B&B with a homely appeal to you this is the one.
Review 26：Great location with parking outside. Friendly owners who offered local knowledge, took extra trouble to make sure their wi-fi service was excellent as I explained to them I needed it to prepare for work the next day and happily offered to let me hold on to the parking permit for the next morning after my checkout rather then my paying to park in town.
Review 27：Expect a warm welcome from Wendy and Richard. The moment you enter through a distinctive front door, the excellent standard and finish of the property is evident. The rooms are spotless, great finish and provide an excellent nights sleep. A wealth of information and local knowledge is provided.
Review 28：Can't think of anything.
Review 29：So friendly & helpful, from the moment we arrived they helped with our cases etc. Good breakfasts, immaculately clean accommodation, very enjoyable stay, we will be returning!
Review 30：The shower was very weak and only warm. In the middle of the night my neighbour went to the loo and must have switched the bathroom light on, as the fan took a long time to go off and kept me awake.
Review 31：Lovely property in a very convenient location. Richard was very helpful and could not have been more attentive. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Lovely tea/bicky facilities. Really good breakfast. Would recommend to anyone.
Review 32：The walk up the hill from town can be a challenge, but hey - that's why it's called Hillside . .
Review 33：Cleanliness throughout and attention to detail wherever you looked (hooks on the door; air fresh in ensuite; mintcake with the tea making kit; plenty of places to store belongings; plenty of sockets for chargers; integral blinds on d/glazed windows). Very attentive, knowledgeable and helpful owners, who go out of their way to make your stay pleasant. Only minutes walk from town centre; good local pubs very nearby.
Review 34：Nothing really, It was up a bit of a hill which could cause a problem to anyone with disabilities, but everything was spot on for us.
Review 35：Set in a nice location to explore the area. The owner was extremely helpful and friendly, and offered plenty of advice on places to visit, walks etc
Review 36：Everything: the staff, the service, the comfort, the food, the accommodation itself and most especially the cleanliness! Also, dining utensils were clean - I'm very particular with this and yes, I was impressed!
Review 37：Nothing
Review 38：Everything. The proximity to town was a real plus with access to numerous restaurants and shopping. Street parking was fine as Richard gave us a permit for the car. Richard was so friendly, I think we could have chatted on for ever. A definite for a return visit
Review 39：There was nothing at all to dislike at the Hillside, except that we had only booked in for one night, and would happily have stayed for several more.
Review 40：The warm welcome we were given, with arrangements for parking explained. The friendliness of the hosts, together with their suggestions of places to visit in the Lakes area. The facilities in the bedroom, as well as the absolute cleanliness. It didn't feel anything would have been a problem at the Hillside and we would visit again if we were going to be in the area, as well as recommend it to others we knew were visiting.
Review 41：Can't check in til 4pm. Check out by 10am. Shower pressure slightly slack in room 4. Very small room. Position of tv on wall in room 4. Tiny bathroom.
Review 42：Comfortable room. Veggie sausages plus soya milk offered by the staff. Pleasant couple run the joint. Warm on cool nights. Humorous breakfast chatter with the owner. Cute little Kendal mint cake bars left in room for us on first night.
Review 43：Steps to property and obviously stairs as well in the House.pot luck how close you could also park, again on a hill .also no visitors lounge.
Review 44：Breakfast
Review 45：We received a warm welcome, shown to a very clean comfortable room. Breakfast to a very high standard, with local produce. Owners were very helpful with directions to avoid local traffic jams, and where to go for an evening meal.
Review 46：The hill IS rather steep, but there are good short cuts through carparks (e.g. near M&S) which brings you out halfway up the hill.
Review 47：The B&B is clean and bright, with comfortable beds, hot showers and my room had views from two windows. Breakfast was excellent and the hosts very friendly and helpful. Next time I am in Kendal, there is no doubt I shall stay there again.
Review 48：We never managed to use the free wifi.
Review 49：We found it welcoming and friendly. Our room was modern and very clean. We had a lovely weekend and took on board suggestions from proprietors. If we come back to the area we would definitely try to stay.
Review 50：Received a warm welcome upon arrival from Richard. Our room was small and cosy, very clean and fresh. Location was close to the city so we were able to walk into town .Breakfast was well cooked and presented - thankyou.
Review 51：nothing.
Review 52：This was a really nice guesthouse to stay in.Richard and Wendy are a very friendly and welcoming couple . Between them they provided a wonderful breakfast and lots of very helpful information on everything in the area.
Review 53：The bed was a bit too soft and springy for me.
Review 54：The location in an historic, central part of Kendal. The breakfast was excellent. The owners were very friendly and helpful.
Review 55：I don't really have anything negative to say about my stay. The only inconvenience is parking but it is a Kendal wide issue and didn't disrupt the wonderful stay
Review 56：I was in Kendal for a friend's wedding. The owners couldn't have done more to make us feel welcome and cater for our requirements. They provided a wonderful veggie alternative for breakfast and had great local knowledge. The house was quiet in spite of a couple of pubs along the road and it being a bank holiday. I would definitely stay there again and would recommend to anyone.
Review 57：Nothing. This is a great place to stay and offers excellent value at a modest price. I would advise other guests in poor health or advanced in years that the hill that leads from the hotel to the town centre is quite steep and would be a challenge for some with mobility issues.
Review 58：Excellent base for walks around Kendal - only a stone's throw from the centre of town. Good Breakfast and as a vegetarian, I felt I was well looked after. Very nice people and easy to chat to - which for me is quite something as I am not overly sociable.
Review 59：Think the room we stayed in would benefit from a new bed/mattress - a bit creaky. Top floor first on the left. A very short but very steep walk ( 4 minutes) from high street - fine for us but not if you have mobility problems
Review 60：Good location for going out and exploring the Lakes plus benefits of staying in town for restaurants and pubs. The owners were very helpful and a really good breakfast ! Brought up a fan without us even asking when the weather was hot. Spotlessly clean Excellent value for money
Review 61：Friendly welcome, nice spacious room with good views over Kendal, spotless accommodation. I was hill-walking in area and owner made sure he was aware of my route for safety reasons. The owners were happy to provide an early breakfast on my departure date as I had an early start - and the breakfast itself was class :-)
Review 62：One way system around Kendal made finding B&B a bit tricky . Weather wasnt great
Review 63：friendly owners and great breakfast, given a parking permit during stay
Review 64：There's nothing i didn't like about the place
Review 65：Clean, comfortable, well appointed, i had a good view from my window, friendly staff, lovely breakfast, on a steep hill but i liked that for the exercise! Close to town centre. Overall, a fantastic place, i loved it.
Review 66：There's nothing negative to say - I was very happy and comfortable throughout my stay. If I should visit the Lake District again, I'll stay at Hillside again.
Review 67：Lovely room, spotlessly clean, very comfortable. Richard was very welcoming and helpful with planning days out. Breakfast was great with good choice. I was travelling by bus and train and the location is convenient. It's very close to the centre of Kendal (5 minutes or less) and the bus station 10 to 15 minutes walk away, the railway station a bit farther.
Review 68：Bathroom was quite small, and the toilet position was interesting. If you are on the larger side/very tall, there may be difficulties
Review 69：Richard was very helpful when asked what he would recommend us to see for the 2 days we stayed. Had some very good advice!
Review 70：Finding a parking space can be difficult, and I struggle with the steep hill from the town, as I have a problem with my breathing.
Review 71：Richard and Wendy are very friendly and welcoming, and the food and service is very good.
Review 72：Richard and Wendy were very friendly. Richards help in planning activities was excellent. Our trip to Keswick and the Honiston bus trip were well worth doing and something we hadn't thought of. Make sure you go on the sailndine boat trip on Lake Windermere. Amazing evening out.
Review 73：Located halfway up a steep hill - though very near centre of Kendal and near a trip to the preserved Lime Kiln - and location of parking depends on where there is a space in the vicinity.
Review 74：Immaculate decor and facilities. Very good breakfast with fresh fruit and plenty of choice and the best marmalade ever.
Review 75：I had no complaints at all!
Review 76：Richard and Wendy offer a warm, friendly and excellent stay and the value added of knowing the Lakes intimately! It was a delight to stay there ... and breakfast is superb!
Review 77：Sadly the beds were so rickety every time I moved it rocked and squeaked
Review 78：We were made to feel so welcome nothing was too much trouble breakfast was lovely
Review 79：warm and friendly welcome, lovely and clean and crisp and homely feel lovely breakie too !
Review 80：very welcoming on arrival and made you feel at home. Room warm and comfortable, would definitely use again.
Review 81：Exceptional hosts, very welcoming and friendly, nothing too much trouble for them Immaculately clean Highly reccomend
Review 82：Nothing to not like
Review 83：Very clean and hosts extremely helpful Comfortable bed
Review 84：Very friendly and helpful owner, safe storage for my bicycle, good breakfast, close to town
Review 85：Very helpful and friendly owners. Very clean and modern. Lovely food
Review 86：The room was lovely very comfortable and the location was brilliant breakfast good also
Review 87：excellent hotel, staff very friendly and helpful, would difinately recommend
Review 88：Everything was just great, room excellent, b,fast good and couple that ran it were just lovely
Review 89：Very steep hill outside. Stairs No lounge
Review 90：Friendly greeting Cleanness Breakfast
Review 91：Friendliness and helpfulness of proprietor, breakfast, location.
Review 92：Very friendly
Review 93：Parking around the corner of the B and B although I got a parking permit
Review 94：The breakfast
Review 95：Rather steep bank to accommodation
Review 96：Warm welcome owner very helpful rooms clean and comfortable.
Review 97：NO COMPLAINTS AT ALL.
Review 98：RICHARD AND WENDY MADE ME VERY WELCOME .WILL GO AGAIN.
Review 99：Everything was perfect: breakfast, room and facilities. The couple were very helpful with tips for planning a route round Lake District.
Review 100：Fantastic room, very clean with superb attention to detail. Good deco and solid furniture. Good en-suite
Review 101：No problem with anything (got the sunshine as well !)
Review 102：Really good location .very friendly ,spotlessly clean .would definetly stay again.
Review 103：warm welcome from Richard. Room was a good size and the facilities good. Very Helpful and gave us some good information about a walk we could take.
Review 104：nothing
Review 105：Everything
Review 106：Friendly owners, very helpful Short walk into Kendal
Review 107：Easy walk into town. The rooms were clean and comfy. Also the breakfast was well cooked and good quality. Def stay again.
Review 108：Excellent host ,made to feel welcome, well presented home and a great breakfast
Review 109：not ultra modern but classic b&b
Review 110：the vegetarian breakfast was well prepared and very tasty . The owners were very hospitable and welcoming
Review 111：the walk up the bank from kendal town clue in the name beast bank
Review 112：staff very friendly, very clean, good food, very comfortable.
Review 113：Shower pressure in room 4 very low.
Review 114：Central position for touring the lakes.Close to town centre.
Review 115：Very knowledgeable hosts!
Review 116：bathroom a little cramped but functional (room 4)
Review 117：Friendly attitude of owners and the chats at breakfast
Review 118：The only drawback had nothing to do with the actual hotel -it was just the situation up a steep hillat the to
Review 119：Friendly hosts
The Fine Print
Please note that this property may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility, due to its location half way up a small but steep hill. From the pavement there are 10 steps, with a handrail, up to the front door.Please inform Hillside Bed & Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details provided in your confirmation.