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Reviews of Blue Swallow

11 Victoria Road, Penrith, CA11 8HR, United Kingdom

#1 of 28 B&Bs and Inns in Penrith

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Review score

Based on 167 B&B reviews

9.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.8

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    The Blue Swallow felt as close to home as you can get, thanks!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A.

    How comfortable I was made to feel by both the hosts, and by the quality and coziness of everything inside.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Memorable and being shared with many around the world.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Karen and Ali provide way more than your average B&B accommodation and hospitality. From the moment I arrived, I felt like their beautiful home was also my home. That welcome continued until I left two days later. The breakfast was exceptional and the choices on offer were amazing, right down to their home-made jam, marmalade and sweet treats on the welcome tray in the room and Karen's daily energy slice when heading out the door. Karen and Ali were very helpful when it came to transport options to nearby towns and places to visit. Penrith is a great location to base yourself when visiting the Lake District, not as busy (or expensive) as Keswick and Windermere, but both (and others) are only a bus, train, or ferry ride away (or a combination of all three) and easily done in a day. Thanks again Karen and Ali. If I could give you a Diamond star, I would!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    10
    Cozy b&b in gorgeous Penrith
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts really make an effort to make travellers feel welcomed and at home. Everything spotless clean, great amenities, lovely breakfast with amazing choice. Location perfect: very close to bus stop, and one minute on foot to the center. Would love to come again. Penrith itself is of course a delight (plenty of maps and other materials at the b&b, very handy!)

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    9.0
    Thoroughly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints

    The owners were very helpful and kind. Very good value, recommended

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Ideal accomodation for an overnight stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owners were very friendly and helpful. The room was perfect for my needs and I would certainly stay at the Blue Swallow agaim.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Great find….. sssh! Don’t tell everyone!
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hard to find fault at all, only thing would be that the shower was a bit weak.

    Great location, great hospitality….. very impressed and a great find that we would use again without question

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Great comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing everything was great.

    Everything in the room was very thoughtful with everything you needed and more. The well proportioned single room had a comfortable bed and good shower. The breakfast was great and using local products. Karen and Alison are great hosts.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property was lovely, the room was bright, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was perfect and ingredients were good quality. Hosts were amazing and clearly enjoy what they do.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Really welcoming and accommodating hosts. Delicious breakfast and tasty treats.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Really welcoming and accommodating hosts. Delicious breakfast and tasty treats.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Excellent. A great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Everything was perfect and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely recommend and stay again. Thank you Karen and Alison

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    10
    Friendly relaxing comfortable stay for Cumbrian business trip
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super comfy beds and clean tidy spacious room. Lovely home made snacks jams and the best tiffin. Breakfast porridge fruit and the full English (or Scot’s?) was cooked to perfection. Local produce well prepared. A characterful stay with Alison and Karen and the friendly dog making guests feel welcome. A home away from home for a solo business trip.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    10
    Great accommodation at great value.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Very clean accommodation with lovely staff who are always happy to help. Breakfast is good quality and there is great choice. The beds are comfortable and there is a nice selection of condiments provided.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    10
    Absolutely lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing all good

    Everything all good owners very hospitality, what was on the tin was 100% very very good

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    10
    Wonderful! I stayed for one night but would happily book in for longer.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was immaculate. The welcome was very warm and genuine. Breakfast was delicious and generous. The room was very comfortable and spotless, as was the en suite bathroom. Unbeatable value for money.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    10
    Wonderful hosts and great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of little well thought out touches and extras.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Lovely accomodation and the owners went the extra mile for their guests.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful warm communication and hospitality.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a fabulous stay in Penrith; throughly enjoyed the town and trips into the Lakes. We very much appreciated Alison and Karen’s generous hospitality and fantastic breakfasts. They also gave us some great restaurant recommendations. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    10
    Just wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I didn’t like x

    Absolutely gorgeous guest house in perfect location walking distance from all on offer in Penrith. The owners were so fabulously warm and welcoming with amazing communication in the lead up to our stay. They really had thought of everything and lots of lovely extra touches. Rooms beautifully decorated, very comfortable and with more than required to make for a relaxing stay. Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 October 2023

    10
    Value for money
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really comfortable beds. Slept really well. The breakfast was amazing with a great variety of choices. The owners were lovely and friendly - just perfect hosts. Thank you. So glad you had space for us. And the flapjacks were delicious.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2023

    10
    Fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location, friendly host's, love the breakfasts and the extra special baked goods .

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have no complaints.

    Karen and Alison along with wee Bunty the dog have a fantastic guest house.Clean and tidy,smashing breakfast made to order.En suite bedroom with comfy bed,shower and a TV that works not like other places I've stayed in.Wee treats next to coffee,tea,hot chocolate tray which was nice.Ladies are really friendly and in all would like to stay there again anytime I'm up in Cumbria area.Thank you both.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like wonderful place

    The lovely welcome . Makes you feel like home from home . The atmosphere is Cosy and warm and service for breakfast and everything about the hotel is excellent A***** Definitely go back anytime

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The hosts were lovely and friendly. The room was big enough and exceptionally clean. Loved the complimentary drink and snack tray, lovely touch.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    10
    We both really enjoyed our stay , little dog Bunty was a joy .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was great , so no comment to make here .

    The location was great , easy to find ,and very close to town centre. The breakfast was outstanding . The ladies who own and run the B,B were welcoming , very friendly , lovely people .

    Stayed in September 2023

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