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Royal Kings Arms Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Lancaster with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Banquet hall
Lobby
Premium Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

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75 Market Street, Lancaster, ENG, LA1 1HP
  • Place, Lancaster Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Theater
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lancaster University
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Premium Single Room, City View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Plus

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lancaster

Royal Kings Arms Hotel places you next to Lancaster City Museum and Cottage Museum. This hotel has 55 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lancaster City Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lancaster Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Theater - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Williamson Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lancaster University - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Sun Hotel & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Atkinsons Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Merchants 1688 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Royal Kings Arms Hotel

Hotel in Lancaster with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Royal Kings Arms Hotel features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 36-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Ironing boards are also standard. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Brasserie

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1625
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: GBP 138.00 per stay

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 14678339

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Royal Kings Arms Hotel?

Royal Kings Arms Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Royal Kings Arms Hotel?

This hotel is located in Lancaster, just steps from Lancaster Castle and Lancaster City Museum, and within a short walk of Grand Theater. You'll also find Williamson Park and Judges' Lodgings less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Royal Kings Arms Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Royal Kings Arms Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Royal Kings Arms Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Royal Kings Arms Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Royal Kings Arms Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Royal Kings Arms Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Royal Kings Arms Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Royal Kings Arms Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Brasserie.

Are there connecting rooms at Royal Kings Arms Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Royal Kings Arms Hotel?

No, at Royal Kings Arms Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Royal Kings Arms Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 151 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing, the staff were very kind and helpful. The breakfast could have been better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We liked the short distance from the railway station & shops. We didnt like how the door was difficult to lock. We also think arrangements for brealkfast should be stated @ the beginning of your stay as on our first morning we ended up with a cold brealfast from the buffet which we later foubd out had been set out since 5.30a.m. in the morning!!. We also later found out that you had to order your breakfast when you needed it.On a brighter note the staff were brilliant & couldnt have been more helpful & pleasant. There was a very noisy rock group on @ the pub across the way so we were grateful that they stopoed playing @ 10.30p.m. All in all not a bad place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Decent hotel for the price but needs work

Good location. Rooms in need of some upgrade, but ok for the price. Breakfast was mental! Not booked but they found us a table. Service was so slow it took 1 hour to bring the food. Lady on the next table walked out and one of our guests had wolf down the food and run for his train. It can’t be that hard can it? Otherwise the hotel was fine. WiFi good. Some parking nearby but had to pay. Close to station.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great friendly staff and nice lobby
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

MR ANDREW

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quirky but lovely.

Very quirky hotel that has captured all the best bits of accommodation from 50 years ago and brought in all we’d expect in 2025
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Will stay again

Beautiful hotel close to lancaster train station. Lovely clean room and good breakfast. The lift was fun!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

Nice Historic hotel

Clean room, comfortable bed. Good breakfast. Pleasant staff. Short walk to rail station
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Right in the centre, opposite the castle and near the railway station. Staff were great. Needs a bit of an update and is an old building, but really pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

nicky

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were spacious, the beds a little soft for me but thats personal preference. The breakfast was good. The hotel is within walking distance of the train stations which was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We stayed in a suite and were disappointed with the service and the room amenities for a ‘luxury room’. Will be taking this up with management to enable them to have a chance to address our issues rather than doing this via a review. If staying in a basic room our stay may have felt better as the hotel looks lovely and is very conveniently located. Staff on site were polite and friendly but poor at addressing issues when raised in terms of their approach (no apologies just ‘well that’s how it is’ attitude). I wouldn’t stay not to stay here but personally we would give another property a go as our stay wasn’t good enough to warrant a repeat visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from Rail station
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Seems to have its dining room and other normal ground floor amenities somewhere over the years but being centrally located this is no problem. It does offer a bistro and hot meals throughout the day but not quite what you would expect of a hotel of this size. However, no complaints and I will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely stay all-around!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stay/hotel was spot on ideal for our needs
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Good location and clean but old fashioned.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Easy walk from the station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The character was rather charming, but parking was too far away, and not great for the charges.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025