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The King's Head Inn

3.5 star property
Inn in Keswick with a restaurant and a bar

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Courtyard
Serves lunch and dinner
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Fireplace
Daily full breakfast (GBP 14.95 per person)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Thirlspot, Thirlmere, Keswick, England, CA12 4TN
  • Place, Thirlmere
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Family Room

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

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Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room

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

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 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 - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Derwentwater - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 14 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 20 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Ullswater - 25 min drive - 21.5 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 22 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fellbites - ‬22 min drive

About this property

The King's Head Inn

Inn in Keswick with a restaurant and a bar
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 desks 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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 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 - 8 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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-8 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. 

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.

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.

Is there parking available at The King's Head Inn?

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

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.

Is The King's Head Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this inn.

Are there hot tubs at The King's Head Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub 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.

Are there connecting rooms at The King's Head Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this 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.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The King's Head Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The King's Head Inn.

The King's Head Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 409 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Glen

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

Nice place in the countryside

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Dinner and breakfast meals were tasty and plentiful. Room and bathroom were small and bed a bit too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Really nice

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

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

Beautiful Location

What a lovely hotel! I love the atmosphere - the way it is decorated is serene, and yet you can still see the age in the building definitely in a very well kept way. Highly recommend this hotel as the service was amazing, the food was very delicious and the rooms were comfortable and clean! Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

James, Sunset Beach

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cherie

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

Needs maintenance but friendly service saved it

We stayed in King Bed room which was comfy, large and spacious, it was hot so we opened the windows let air through, the bathroom had mould and grout needed to be replaced near shower. I had to clean the fan as all dusty. Room needs a good deep clean. We didn’t use the bath for daughter because of this mould. It was quite dusty when we arrived. The inn itself had a musty smell. The staff were very accommodating and friendly. The breakfast was delicious and good value. Plenty of free parking. The inn is right next to a main road so with the windows open the traffic woke me up so had to wear ear plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shubhendra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

10/10 Excellent

Ross

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, lovely staff, delicious food and central location to all the hotspots with a bus stop across the road with a regular bus service to and from all the hotspots. Room for 1 was clean and beautifully decorated but very small which meant that on warm sunny nights the heat builds up making it uncomfortable to get ready and sleep in, easy fix, needs Air Con or a decent fan as the ones in the room were inadequate, however would this stop me returning, absolutely not as everything else in the Kings Head Inn was first class. Special shout to Sean/Shaun who gave me some lovely scenic places to walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Phillip

The pub, staff and food were excellent. The bedroom was tiny and the on-suite even smaller. This would be difficult for those with mobility issues. You couldn’t turn the shower on without being in it. There was a small heater fan which was more than useless, although it was a hot weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was near to Helvellyn for our walk, our third visit to this hotel. The staff were all very hardworking and lovely. The meals and choices were very good as were the bar choices. A lovely old building.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Excellent stay

Great overnight stay. I had booked a double room for myself and my neice as there was no twin available, but at check in they were able to offer us a twin which was perfect. Breakfast was absolutely lovely, full English all cooked fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mohkam

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was a nice stay. The hotel is clean, well-maintained, and in a good location. The rooms were comfortable and housekeeping did a good job during our visit. Most of the staff were polite and helpful, which made our stay pleasant. However, I did have a disappointing experience with the manager. I told him that I didn’t want a baby cot in the room because it looked dirty. Instead of understanding my concern, he questioned me in a slightly rude manner and gave me an unfriendly look. As a guest, I believe every concern should be handled with courtesy and professionalism, no matter how small it may seem. This interaction left a bad impression, which is why I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5. Good customer service is as important as the property itself. I would still recommend this hotel for its cleanliness, facilities, and location — but I hope the management works on their attitude and how they deal with guest feedback.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort

short stay in a beautiful part of the country

Not bad but could do with a good fettle now and again I didn't like the bird droppings on the bedroom window sill and the shower needed repairing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025