Pooley Bridge Inn

3.0 star property
Inn with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Ullswater

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Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
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Lobby
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Finkle Street, Ullswater, Penrith, England, CA10 2NN
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Rheged
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lowther Castle and Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Penrith

Ullswater is a short stroll from Pooley Bridge Inn, and other popular attractions like Eden Valley are within a few miles (5 km). This 11-room, 3-star inn has free breakfast and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dalemain - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Rheged - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Penrith Castle - 9 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 11 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rooster - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Dog Beck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arturo Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Pooley Bridge Inn

Inn with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Ullswater
At Pooley Bridge Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.0
  • Dogs only
  • 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 15.0
  • 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Pooley Bridge Inn?

This inn is located in Penrith within a short 5-minute walk of Ullswater. You'll also find Eden Valley and Lowther Castle and Gardens within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Pooley Bridge Inn?

As of Nov 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pooley Bridge Inn on Nov 20, 2025 start from $114.78, excluding 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.

Is parking available on site at Pooley Bridge Inn?

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

Does Pooley Bridge Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Pooley Bridge Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pooley Bridge Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Pooley Bridge Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include courtyard views.

Does Pooley Bridge Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Pooley Bridge Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Pooley Bridge Inn offers free breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Pooley Bridge Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Pooley Bridge Inn for a fee of GBP 15.0.

Are there connecting rooms at Pooley Bridge Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Pooley Bridge Inn?

The closest major airport to Pooley Bridge Inn is Carlisle (CAX), which is about 22.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Pooley Bridge Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Pooley Bridge Inn.

Reviews

Pooley Bridge Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 264 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Would not return

Room very hot and you could feel the springs in the bed. The Bathroom was decorated beautifully but the shower was only a hand held over the bath tap connection type with no hook to stand it on so you had to hold it and no shower curtain so water ended up everywhere. My husband is tall 6ft 4 and was too tall for the shower, and had to bend down to miss the ceiling. Limited room to place clothing so the floor ended up being our wardrobe. The room was not generous in size so we were jumping clothes piles. Breakfast was ok but croissants very dry. People very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

Stevie

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

8/10 Good

Terry

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

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Enjoyable Stay

Amazing location, beautiful scenery, nice food (although they forgot an item on a Sunday roast). All staff friendly & helpful. Room was spotless and clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Very friendly and welcoming. Lovely food and drink. Most accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. Lovely room and great facilities. Staff helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Weekend stay, 2 adults & 1 child

Not having a shower is literally the only negative I can give on this hotel (Room 11) There is a handheld shower head but after a days walking a proper stand up shower is essential (to us). Other than this I have nothing by praise for the place. Good food, good rooms, fantastic staff. Thank You!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Average stay

Attic room verging on unsafe on stairs. Staff lovely and accomodating but limited information given at all times. No milk in room. Signs saying if you want extra milk ask( not on those stairs).Noisy at night as work being done on the kitchen and lighting bright until 2.30 am.Bedding stain but unsure if via wash process. Breakfast ok .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Great hotel/pub in good central location

Lovely room at front of hotel included a balcony with seating to enjoy the view of the high street and front of hotel. Good location for Ullswater in centre of Pooley Bridge. Onsite restaurant had good varied menu and full breakfast options were delicious. Comfortable bed and onsite parking. Staff friendly and very helpful.
Hotel exterior
View from room balcony
Room
En-suite shower room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anne V

Traveled with family

Good Hotel

The staff at this hotel are absolutely excellent. Room facilities great, but the room was on the first floor and I had asked for accessible room as my husband has severe mobility issues. In effect when he left the room it was a struggle for him to go back during the day until he absolutely had to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good only there one night, not long enough
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole place is spotless and great location, the price was fantastic for a family and the room had nearly eveything you could need ( no milk for a cuppa). Only snag was it was red hot and the staff didn't know how to turn off the bathroom heater which was in full whack and too hot to touch, the window in there is a low level skylight accessible from the bath by a child so not safe to remain open as advised by the lady on the phone, so myself and my children were up and unsettled all night so we left shattered and unrested, breakfast was also good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolyne

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

Looking forward to next year's visit

This was our 4th visit to Pooley Bridge. It has parking and free WiFi. The menu is varied and well priced. The staff are friendly and helpful. The rooms are pretty, functional and the beds are comfortable. The towels are huge and fluffy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very well presented and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay, lovely clean room. Can’t fault the staff as they were incredibly helpful, even though the inn was packed thanks to a sunny Easter Sunday!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Alasdair

Alasdair the manager was very helpful in sorting our problems and I was highly impressed by the lengths he went to , to solve our problems. He and his staff were all pleasant and helpful. I would highly recommend this hotel . Unfortunately we arrived too late to eat .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025