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The King's Head Hotel, Keswick

Thirlspot, Keswick, CA12 4TN
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Rooms from  £60.00 [17 rooms total]
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Guest Rating: 4.0 / 5 4.0 / 5

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About The King's Head Hotel hotel

Situated at the foot of Mount Helvellyn, in the heart of the Lake District, this former 17th century coaching inn boasts spectacular views toward St Johns in the Vale, Blencathra and Skiddaw.

The King's Head Hotel is perfectly situated close to the shores of Lake Thirlmere and within easy reach of walking routes, including Helvellyn (right behind the hotel), as well as all the main attractions in the nearby Lake District towns of Windermere, Ambleside and Keswick.

With 17 en suite bedrooms, comprising of doubles and twins, all with views of the surrounding fells, the King's Head also features a Lakeland Speciality Store offering a wide range of local food, drinks and gifts from the finest Cumbrian producers.

Hotel Facilities

General

  • Bar,
  • Free Parking,
  • Garden,
  • Gay Friendly,
  • Heating,
  • Non-Smoking Rooms,
  • Parking,
  • Pets Allowed,
  • Restaurant,
  • Shops in Hotel.

Activities

  • Darts,
  • Golf Course (within 3 km).

Services

  • Bridal Suite,
  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
  • Internet Services,
  • Packed Lunches,
  • Shoe Shine,
  • Souvenirs/Gift Shop,
  • Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.

Hotel Policies

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

  • You may check in from 15:00 hours until 23:00 hours.
  • You must check out by 10:30 hours.

Cancellations

If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, a fixed amount of GBP 40.00 will be charged. If cancelled later, the first night will be charged. In case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome. All children under 1 year stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All children from 2 to 13 years are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.

Cards accepted at the hotel

  • Visa,
  • Maestro,
  • Master Card.
Visa Maestro Master Card

Reserve online using

  • Visa,
  • Maestro,
  • American Express,
  • Master Card.
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Important Information

Group Bookings: Group bookings are welcome, including hen and stag nights. If you are planning on bringing your pet, please contact the hotel prior to your arrival.

Room information

All rooms have views of the surrounding fells. For special occasions, the hotel can arrange flowers, chocolates and chilled champagne to be waiting in your room upon arrival. Please ask for more details. All rooms at The King's Head are non-smoking.

Double Room more info

Room Interior

Double room with double bed and an en suite shower room overlooking the fells.

Amenities:

  • Bath or Shower,
  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Fax,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock.

Twin Room more info

Room Interior

Double room with twin beds and an en suite shower room overlooking the fells.

Amenities:

  • Bathroom,
  • Bathroom Amenities,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Satellite TV,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Washing Machine.

Restaurants and Bars

The award-winning St John's Restaurant serves a 4-course seasonal menu of traditional English cuisine, prepared by the Head Chef. The recently refurbished Bar Restaurant also serves a range of traditional favourites, accompanied by local real ales, fine wines and malt whiskies. All meals are provided using the freshest local produce.

Directions

Hotel Map

By Car: From the North: - Take the M6. - Exit at junction 40. - Take the A66 toward Keswick. - Before Keswick, turn onto the A591 toward Windemere. - The Kings Head Hotel is located 6 miles south of Keswick on the A591. From the South: - Take the M6. - Exit at junction 36. - Take the A590 toward Windemere and the A591. - Continue to Thirlmere. - The Kings Head Hotel located 20 miles to the north of Windemere on the A591. By Train: From the North: Take the train to Carlisle and transfer to the Number 555 bus for Lancaster from outside the station, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere. From the South: Take the train to Windemere and transfer to the Number 555 bus for Carlisle from outside the station, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere. By Bus From the North: Take the Number 555 bus from Carlisle toward Lancaster from outside the train station at Carlisle, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere. From the South: Take the Number 555 bus for Carlisle from outside the train station at Windemere, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation