The Lodge In The Vale

3.0 star property

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Reception
Exterior
Coffee shop
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Back Lane, Thirlmere, Keswick, England, CA12 4TQ
  • Place, Thirlmere
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Flexible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Keswick

Located 1 mi (1.7 km) from Thirlmere, The Lodge In The Vale is within a 5-minute drive of Hellvellyn. This 14-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Thirlmere - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Derwentwater - 11 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 21 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 25 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk - 28 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 21 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crooked River Tap - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hope - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Round - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Lodge In The Vale

The Lodge In The Vale features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a terrace. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and luggage storage.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, safes, and desks.
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

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 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 - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance 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 welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: GBP 30 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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Lodge Vale Keswick
Lodge Vale
Vale Keswick
The Lodge In Vale Thirlmere Keswick
The Lodge In Vale Hotel Thirlmere
The Lodge In The Vale Keswick
The Lodge In The Vale Bed & breakfast
The Lodge In The Vale Bed & breakfast Keswick

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Lodge In The Vale?

The Lodge In The Vale offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lodge In The Vale?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lodge In The Vale on Jun 7, 2026 start from $127, 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's there to do around The Lodge In The Vale?

This bed & breakfast is located in Keswick within a short 20-minute walk of Thirlmere. You'll also find Hellvellyn and Castlerigg Stone Circle within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Lodge In The Vale?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer parking.

Does The Lodge In The Vale include a casino at the property?

No, The Lodge In The Vale doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Lodge In The Vale?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Lodge In The Vale a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe plus some guestrooms include a hill view.

Does The Lodge In The Vale have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Lodge In The Vale have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Lodge In The Vale serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does The Lodge In The Vale allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Lodge In The Vale for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay.

Does The Lodge In The Vale have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

What is the closest airport to The Lodge In The Vale?

The closest major airport to The Lodge In The Vale is Carlisle (CAX), which is about 28.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Lodge In The Vale?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Lodge In The Vale.

The Lodge In The Vale Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 216 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff where amazing and so friendly the King's head pub was brilliant food and excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Great location and nice room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Staff, Very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay , for a three stay it was great , location perfect . I would stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

anthony

Liked: Amenities
property was fine, nice & clean... would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay with a great continental breakfast! Highly recommend
Breakfast
View from our window
Outside hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little coffee shop for drinks & snacks
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

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

Very friendly staff

The staff at the Lodge are incredibly friendly, and really add to the experience. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it! Perfect for our walk to Ravens Cragg!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful position,staff friendly and helpful ,room clean comfortable and well appointed, Thankyou ,best wishes Michael Whitehouse 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. full English breakfast bookable at kings head (extra charge) but we did not need it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fathallah

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

Comfortable stay

Nice friendly comfortable stay. Upgrade option available at the very nice Kings Head Inn about a 5 minute walk down the road. Good value as well
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location, very easily accessible. Nice cafe and lounge area. Would be useful to have dinner options but fortunately within walking distance to a pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, laid back atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

Would recommend

Small but very pleasant and clean. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a nice stay. Staff could be abit more polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

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

Last minute stop over

Last minute decision to book somewhere and this came up fabulous location for the lakes, beautiful surroundings and the lodge was imaculate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just thought it was ideal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The price is the best part. No bar or restaurant but cheap, clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Good for a night or 2

Nice clean hotel, with pleasant staff. Room was very small and cramped but clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison

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

Lovely short stay 😊

Flexible on check in as we were after 9.30pm which was great! There was no info on breakfast times on the website or booking confirmation so I had paid for it, but had to leave the hotel before breakfast had started.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022