Hillside Bed & Breakfast - Kendal

3-star Bed & Breakfast with strong breakfast ratings and three National Parks within walking distance

Amenities & Services

Hillside Bed & Breakfast offers on-street parking with a provided permit, a solution that removes the stress of finding a space in Kendal. The B&B is a non-smoking property with key access and smoke alarms for guest safety. Complimentary treats and refreshment trays are placed in rooms, a detail noted by guests who appreciated the daily replenishment.

Rooms

Hillside B&B has single rooms, a larger single room, a twin room, a standard double, a small double, and a superior double. Room 3 offers views of Kendal and the surrounding fells, while the first-floor single room is positioned at the back of the property for added quiet. Each room has an en-suite bathroom, hypoallergenic bedding, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Location

Hillside Bed & Breakfast Kendal is located less than 0.5 miles from Kendal Castle and a 5-minute walk from the main shopping street. The property sits on a steep hill (Beast Banks) that provides a direct route to the Brewery Arts Centre via an upper ginnel. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 65 miles away, and the B&B is a short walk from bus and rail stations for Lake District access.

Dining

Breakfast includes a buffet bar with oats, muesli, yogurt, preserves, and a cooked full English made with Cumberland sausage and local produce. Owners Richard and Wendy accommodate dietary needs and have offered flasks for guests walking the fells. The breakfast room has polished cutlery and stainless-steel teapots, details that contribute to the high breakfast ratings.

Local Knowledge & Service

Richard and Wendy provide local advice on bus routes, walking routes, and restaurants such as the Fleece Inn and Bangkok 7 Thai restaurant. Guests receive a map of parking spots and a list of recommended eateries upon arrival. The hosts have been described as having knowledge comparable to Cumbria Tourism, a resource for solo travelers and families alike.

• Location: 5 min walk from Kendal town center and Brewery Arts Centre
• Rooms: 6 room types including single, twin, double, and superior double
• Dining: Full English breakfast with Cumberland sausage and buffet bar
• Parking: On-street permit provided by the hotel
• Service: Owners with extensive knowledge of Cumbria bus routes and restaurants
• Guest Rating: 10/10 on cleanliness and breakfast in multiple reviews