The Sun

3.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, near Coniston Water

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Lounge
Restaurant
Double Room (Room7) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room (Room2) | Bathroom | Free toiletries
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Sun Hill, Coniston, England, LA21 8HQ
  • Place, John Ruskin Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Man of Coniston
  • Place, Coniston Water
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room (Room2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room (Room3)

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

Twin Room (Room4)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (Room5)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Room6)

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

Double Room (Room7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (Room8)

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

Double Room (Room9)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Coniston

Located within a 5-minute walk of John Ruskin Museum, The Sun is within a 15-minute stroll of Coniston Water. This 8-room, 3-star inn has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • John Ruskin Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Brantwood - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Coniston Water - 7 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Grizedale Forest - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Silecroft Station - 21 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wilson Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sun - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Three Shires Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Sun

Inn with free breakfast, near Coniston Water
Guests of The Sun have access to free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and free toiletries. Housekeeping is not available.
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

  • Free breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Sun Inn

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Sun Inn Coniston
Sun Coniston
The Sun Inn
The Sun Coniston
The Sun Inn Coniston

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Sun?

This inn is located in Coniston, just steps from John Ruskin Museum. You'll also find Coniston Water and Old Man of Coniston within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Sun?

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

Does The Sun include a casino?

No, The Sun doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Sun?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Sun a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at The Sun?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Sun have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Sun serves free breakfast at The Sun Inn each morning.

Will The Sun allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Sun for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Sun?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Sun?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Sun.

The Sun Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 220 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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

Ideal location and very comfortable

Perfect for a last minute overnight stay in the lakes. Picked as it was the ideal location to the walk we planned. Room was small, but was perfect for what we needed. Very clean, all the required facilities, and the staff were amazing. Breakfast was also delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

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

Up the hill - but worth the climb

We really enjoyed our stay here. Beautiful location, room was lovely and the staff very attentive. We had a very comfortable night's sleep, and breakfast was high quality, hot, and beautifully presented.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was basic but did the job. I found the lack of attention toward customer experience disappointing. There was no ambience/ background music at breakfast making it all quite awkward and very quiet. No effort was made to mop up the table and floor from the leaking conservatory roof at breakfast, making one of the tables and chairs for breakfast unusable, which I found surprising. The service was slow (magnified by the poor ambience) and when it did arrive my beans arrived cold and needed returning for heating. My shower temperature could not be regulated, but was constantly very hot as opposed to cold and so could be used dipping in and out. Cleanliness was poor, however I was expecting something more rough and ready from the pictures and so wasn’t surprised. A fantastic location and good pub evening environment and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only criticism i have is too late for booking in and on a personal note i think 08:30 is a little late for breakfast. Beside that i found the place fantastic. Great accommodation and friendly staff and ideally situated for exploring the lake district.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimm

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

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10

Good place to stay in coniston. The staff are friendly and very helpful especially Joe and Darren. Would recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A decent place to stay! The room was fine, if a little cold, but the additional heater warmed it up well. The bed was comfy and the breakfast was excellent. The staff were very friendly and I had a lovely pint in the bar. Coniston is well worth a visit and The Sun is definitely worth staying at.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good breakfast clean tidy room. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money . breakfast good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, lovely staff.. Shame the restaurant was closed for evening meals but lots of choices nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Spotlessly clean, cosy and comfortable pub/restaurant/hotel with its own parking. A wonderful terrace with great views to enjoy whilst having a afternoon/evening drink. Great spot for a short stay in the lakes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room overlooking the beautiful scenery. The breakfast was fantastic and they even gave the dogs sausages which they loved.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Theis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was lovely place nice staff and great views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

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

Excellent customer service throughout

My wife and I were due to be staying at The Sun for a second time having thoroughly enjoyed our previous visit. Unfortunately, I fractured my ankle the week before our latest trip and the management team at The Sun were extremely understanding and accomodating a booking move at short notice, something they weren't required to do via Hotels.co.uk. Thank you so much - we will see you soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Great staff, food and views

Lovely little hotel that serves great food and has the friendliest staff you will ever meet. Had a good sized, comfortable room with a lovely view. We’re very dog friendly, even cooking an extra breakfast sausage for her! Would highly recommend, we had a wonderful stay.
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff . good bar well stocked. 10 out of 10 for food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Great staff. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024