In the restaurant we got excellent meal, served by very friendly staff (which is unfortunately exception in that area) in nice atmosphere. The best restaurant we've visited in 2 weeks in Lake District. I can clearly recommend this place, mainly their lasagne and local fishes are pretty.

Start the day with a memorable breakfast with a massive choice. Straight out of the door onto the hills. Return wet tired and happy. Damp gear removed from you (and returned warm and dry next morning). Plunge in a hot bath. Hit the bar with its wonderful selection of real ales. Enjoy a hearty meal (especially the puddings). Coffee and... More

My partner and I stayed here for four nights. The location of the Fish Inn is perfect – the view from our room (no. 8) was absolutely stunning. But almost more striking than the view was the warm welcome we got. The friendliness and helpfulness of the staff just can't be topped. Add to this that the room was relatively... More

We had a large room, which appeared newly refurbished and was very clean. It also had a bath which was a plus after a long walk, as was the comfortable residents' lounge. In the bar there was a great selection of real ales on tap and there were good views of the mountains. The food was simply but good pub... More

A pleasant stop for a traditional chicken pot pie lunch in a quaint 1790's pub and hotel. The Fish Hotel is located in a valley at the foot of Honister Pass and definitely worth a stop. It has all the peace and quiet of a bygone era. Be sure to take a walk on the walkpath to view the scenic... More

Great location, terific value, good food, lovely beer, says it all.

Right from the moment we made the booking over the phone we were made to feel most welcome. We talked to the owner about travelling up, the best route there if the weather was icy - each enquiry was met with lots of friendly advice. My wife mentioned that i was coming up to walk my last wainwright (Haystacks) and... More

We stayed here with a group of friends and we were made to feel very welcome by all of the staff, who were cheery, friendly and contrasted markedly with The Bridge (see my review of that lounge/bar on TripAdvsior for more detail). We have stayed at many hotels/B&B's and this is one of the best for welcoming guests and providing... More

I think that this is the most beautiful location in the Lake District. Wasdale Head may well have Scafell Pike and Great Gable but Buttermere has the ingredients of mountains, lakes and loneliness in exactly the right proportions. The Fish Hotel is an oasis of comfort, hospitality, good service, excellent food and a wonderful range of real ales, set within... More