Hotel Lisdoonie (Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom)

It pleased reviewers that Barrow-in-Furness railway station and town centre were within walking distance for shopping, amenities and restaurants. There were also bus stops conveniently outside. Drivers welcomed the proximity of a petrol station and the convenience of ample free parking. It was a short drive from the A590, A595 and M6 for access to Cumbria beauty spots, Morecambe Bay and regional visitor attractions. Furthermore, the Lake District National Park was close by, offering a paradise for outdoors enthusiasts.

Budget-conscious guests often said they got a fair amount of bang for their buck as the room rates were usually competitive. There was praise for the clean and comfortable rooms, many of which were said to be spacious. Reviewers also liked the cosy beds and reliable free Wi-Fi.

This family-run hotel benefited from professional, friendly and cheerful members of staff. Diners were positive about the hearty, freshly-made and delicious cooked breakfasts and also enjoyed the reasonably-priced optional evening meals.

Several critics felt some rooms could have done with a makeover to address maintenance issues like dated decor or tired-looking furniture. It was also claimed that improvements could have been made to certain en suite bathrooms in order to bring them up to a more modern standard.

It disappointed guests in some rooms that there were carpets that could have been better cleaned. Some of the en suite bathrooms could also have been more comprehensively cleaned, according to several critics.

In certain rooms, light sleepers were disturbed by occasional traffic noise from the main road outside. Noise from adjacent rooms and corridors also proved to be audible at times.