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The King's Head Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A dining area with a table set for two, a window with a view of greenery, and a decorative window valance.
A cozy room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a staircase.
A view through a window with a white frame and decorative top, revealing a green landscape with trees and a stone wall.
A white building with a sign reading "Kings Sweeney's Head Hotel."
Outdoor wooden tables and chairs with a view of a green landscape and hills in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Thirlspot, Thirlmere, Keswick, England, CA12 4TN
  • Place, Thirlmere
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with a window overlooking a green landscape, a white chair, and a checkered window valance.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with a view of a green landscape.

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a window with a view of a green landscape, a radiator, a wall-mounted TV, and patterned wallpaper.

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with two beds, a window with a checkered valance, patterned wallpaper, and bedside lamps.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a large mirror.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a nightstand.

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Keswick

Located within a leisurely stroll of Thirlmere, The King's Head Inn is within a few miles (5 km) of Hellvellyn. This 17-room, 3.5-star inn has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Thirlmere - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Derwentwater - 11 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 24 min drive - 18.5 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 26 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Honister Slate Mine - 41 min drive - 24.5 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 22 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crag Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The King's Head Inn

At The King's Head Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a garden and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 30.00 per night (for stays between 21 December - 03 January)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

King's Head Inn Keswick
King's Head Keswick
The King's Head Inn Inn
The King's Head Inn Keswick
The King's Head Inn Inn Keswick

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The King's Head Inn?

The King's Head Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The King's Head Inn?

As of Oct 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The King's Head Inn on Oct 11, 2026 start from $119, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around The King's Head Inn?

This inn is located in Keswick within a short 13-minute walk of Thirlmere. You'll also find Hellvellyn and Castlerigg Stone Circle within a short drive.

Does The King's Head Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The King's Head Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The King's Head Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Does The King's Head Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The King's Head Inn serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The King's Head Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The King's Head Inn.

What is the closest airport to The King's Head Inn?

The closest major airport to The King's Head Inn is Carlisle (CAX), which is about 28.9 mi away.

The King's Head Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 440 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place to stay. The staff are fantastic. The food is really good and reasonably priced. The location is very central to all the lakes district activities. Can’t recommend the Kings Head highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast menu fabulous, and extensive. Served to perfection.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Whilst my room was small, it had all I needed. The highlight was the staff: reception and bar/restaurant staff were excellent. Polite, attentive, efficient. Breakfast was very good with a wide choice. The restaurant menu for dinner was ok but sometimes a wider simpler choice would have been nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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So friendly and comfortable. The rooms are beautiful with great views. Food is good too and a must for a relaxing weekend .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very relaxing pre Xmas night away, delicious food and lovely surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, good value. Rooms clean and nice bedding . Food lovely .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable rooms, always a lovely rest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

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Very clean, with very courteous staff. It's an old roadside inn, so there's no air conditioning and lots of traffic noise, which I struggled with. My single room had everything I needed, except a wardrobe. A couple of hooks on the doors would have helped enormously, as I had nowhere to hang my dresses during my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay as always - great setting, great food and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Relaxed atmosphere, the staff were both very professional and friendly. Tasty food on the menu, will definitely stay here again 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel - lovely location and the breakfast was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable accommodation and common areas. Chance to chat with strangers in the bar. Great menu. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great large family room, comfortable and good shower. Food was excellent for evening food and breakfast. Super friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel for a short break. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, great servers at breakfast, comfy bed, great views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
clean, great service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were lovely and we felt really looked after during our stay. A particular highlight was the food - lamb, chicken and steak were all excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel with lots of surrounding beauty. The staff are so lovely and it makes it feel like a home from home. Amazing food and drinks and lovely view from our room. Nice and warm too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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kind staff, excellent breakfast, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice

Really nice place, with really good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Really enjoyed our stay here. Room was comfortable and food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were brilliant, friendly & efficient. Lovely fire in the lounge was fab after a days walking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and service, amazing food.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024