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Shap Wells Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Penrith with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Bar (on property)
BBQ/picnic area
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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Shap, Cumbria, Penrith, England, CA10 3QU
  • Place, Lowther Castle and Gardens
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Whinfell Forest
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Traditional Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Traditional Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Traditional Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Traditional Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Traditional Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 84 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Penrith

Shap Wells Hotel places you within a 5-minute drive of Orton Community Park and within a 10-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park. This 100-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lowther Park - 11 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 13 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Whinfell Forest - 21 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Ullswater - 22 min drive - 19.4 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 32 min drive - 26.8 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 16 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Greyhound Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Butchers Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The George Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cross Keys Inn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Shap Wells Hotel

Hotel in Penrith with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Shap Wells Hotel enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, a library, and laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Electric kettles, desks, and free toiletries are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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$127 nightly
The price is $153
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
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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 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
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
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

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 12.50 for adults and GBP 7.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per stay

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Shap Wells Hotel Hotel
Shap Wells Hotel Penrith
Shap Wells Hotel Hotel Penrith
Hotel Shap
Shap Wells
Shap Wells Hotel Penrith
Shap Wells Penrith

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Shap Wells Hotel?

Shap Wells 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 near Shap Wells Hotel?

This hotel is located in Penrith, close to Orton Community Park, Kennedys Fine Chocolates, and Shap Abbey. You'll also find Tebay Park and Great Asby Scar nearby.

Is parking available on site at Shap Wells Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Shap Wells Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Shap Wells Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shap Wells Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Shap Wells Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Does Shap Wells Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Shap Wells Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Shap Wells Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Shap Wells Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Shap Wells Hotel for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night.

Does Shap Wells Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Shap Wells Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Shap Wells Hotel.

Shap Wells Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 521 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 521 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 521 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 521 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 521 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kerry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel building has soooo much character! It was a true delight and the staff were all so friendly and upbeat! Beth from the bar/dining room was especially fun with a great sense of humor! She made our stay even more enjoyable! Shebby (sp?), Waffi (sp?)) and Nevin (sp?)were also very fun and pleasant! We will never forget the wonderful three days that we spent here and can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely old building in beautiful surroundings

Very comfortable and spacious rooms. Good, large portion meals. Beautiful river and red squirrels. Some hiccups with staff and systems, needs a good manager!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Okay room after third time our original room had wasps nest outside our window and the second hadn't been served so got an upgrade to a larger one. Having said that the food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't fault it, definitely on the list fir stop offs on our regular trips up to Scotland and back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
the hotel was slightly dated, we were not ware that having a dog meant we we were not in the main hotel and we had to then dine separately meaning we were the only diners in that area so a little disappointing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neil

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very remote location. Hotel was a little tired but the room was clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was excellent. Large car park and good WiFi. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed on numerous occasions as is just a lovely quiet getaway. Do need your own transport if you want to get about and see towns and villages around the area. Staff amazing as always and make you feel right at home. Hotel is dated if a little shabby but this is the charm and character of the place. Surrounding grounds are perfect for just relaxing and watching the red squirrels and a variety of birds. The breakfast is great and evening meal offers plenty of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Characterful hotel with an interesting history. Our garden room was clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful. Good choice of dining options provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel rooms were large and everything we needed. Super value for money. The staff were amazing considering it was Easter and how busy they were, still managed to smile and make time for us. Would highly recommend to stay there as more than reasonable and near the Lakes and The Dales .. will definitely return… thank you guys
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel so quiet and beautiful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 'ArtDeco' hidden gem off the M6. Old quaint place that looks like a set off Hercule Poirot. Dining room is like being on the Titanic ! Lovely staff and great breakfast. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

A very pleasant stay.

Very pleasant staff, from arrival check in to departure this stay was first class. The hotel is quaint, traditional and provides a very pleasant atmosphere. Food selection was good and also value for money. I will certainly use the hotel again in the future and would not hesitate to recommend it to family or friends.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

Hotel and squirrels

I went for two night stay and I was very lucky with the weather. At times it felt like summer and I was able to sit and wait for squirrels in the nearby reserve. The hotel was comfortable. I had a very nice room which was slightly old-fashioned, but then that’s how the Shap Wells hotel is. It has a very quirky lift which, when you reach the first floor, it opens at the side. Downstairs, there’s a smaller room where we had breakfast and dinner, but there’s also a couple of other areas as the hotel does cater for quite a lot of people. There’s a bar and a few odds and ends like chocolate and cans of drink that are sold at reception. The staff were very friendly and helpful. A couple came into dinner and sat behind me coughing and sniffing and I was very worried because I’m going in for an operation in two weeks and didn’t want a cold. I was accommodated by the young lady in charge of the dining room and moved to the bar area so I could eat my extremely nice sticky toffee pudding away from the germs. This hotel is pretty isolated, even though it’s not very far off the M6 but it’s well worth a visit and it’s so nice to have the squirrel reserve just across the road. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Really nice stay, beautiful surroundings, really friendly staff, rooms dated but comfortable, great shower, fresh towels every day and the breakfast was excellent. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ms J J

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seeing red squirrels
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

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

Jewel in remote location

Good value hotel stay including breakfast. Staff helpful and friendly, room good size, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025