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The Royal Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside lamp, a television, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A window with a view of a garden with picnic tables.
A white building with a sign reading 'The Old Inn' and picnic tables in the front yard.
A restaurant with wooden tables and benches, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden table with a glass of beer, a cup of coffee, a wine glass, and a map.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Dockray, Ullswater, Dockray, England, CA11 0JY
  • Place, Aira Force
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Gowbarrow Fall
    ‪28 min walk‬
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

Superior Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, a bathroom visible through an open door, and a remote control on the beds.

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a lamp on each side.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a bunk bed.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside lamp, a television, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Penrith

Within a short walk of Aira Force, The Royal Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Gowbarrow Fall. This 12-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Aira Force - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ullswater - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Derwentwater - 27 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 41 min drive - 22.0 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 48 min drive - 35.7 miles

Getting around

  • Langwathby Station - 19 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Granny Dowbekin's Tearooms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pooley Bridge Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crown Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Royal at Dockray - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Guests staying at The Royal Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. This hotel also has a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • 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 12 per pet, per night
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of The Royal Hotel?

This hotel is located in Penrith within a short 14-minute walk of Aira Force. You'll also find Ullswater and Rookin House Activity Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Aug 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Sep 20, 2026 start from $130, including 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 The Royal Hotel?

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

Does The Royal Hotel feature a casino?

No, The Royal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Royal Hotel?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Royal Hotel?

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

Does The Royal Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Hotel serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Royal Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Royal Hotel for a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Royal Hotel?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Royal Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Royal Hotel is Carlisle (CAX), which is about 25.2 mi away.

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Royal Hotel that offer a balcony.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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