The King's Head Inn

Keswick inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Fri, Feb 20
Sun, Feb 22
February 2026
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March 2026
Nestled in a charming setting, The King's Head Inn offers a warm welcome with lunch and dinner at the on-site restaurant. Relax by the fireplace in the lobby or unwind on the garden terrace. With free WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful staff nearby guests feel right at home.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$79 nightly
$95 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Standard Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
Single Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Single Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Single Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Twin Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
Family Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
Superior Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Thirlspot, Thirlmere, Keswick, England, CA12 4TN

What's nearby

  • Thirlmere - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Derwentwater - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Lodore Falls - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Lake Windermere - 20 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Carlisle (CAX) - 59 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 113 min drive
  • Penrith Station - 22 min drive
  • Windermere Station - 24 min drive
  • Aspatria Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hope - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Cafe Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Old Keswickian - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The King's Head Inn

The King's Head Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Derwentwater. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 17 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This bar specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 30.00 per night (for stays between 21 December - 03 January)

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 19 2026 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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

Is The King's Head Inn currently open?

This property is closed from January 19 2026 to January 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does The King's Head Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The King's Head Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The King's Head Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The King's Head Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The King's Head Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at The King's Head Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. The King's Head Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The King's Head Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.

What's the area around The King's Head Inn like?

The King's Head Inn is located a short 13-minute walk from Thirlmere. Travelers love the inn's prime location.

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The King's Head Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and plentiful with many guests praising the tasty and freshly cooked meals. (19 reviews)
  • Food was consistently delicious and freshly cooked with good products, and staff were very friendly and helpful. (10 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staffFoodRoomLocationBreakfastViewAmbienceRestaurantPubValue

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable accommodation and common areas. Chance to chat with strangers in the bar. Great menu. Lovely staff.
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable rooms, always a lovely rest.
Niyah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great large family room, comfortable and good shower. Food was excellent for evening food and breakfast. Super friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxed atmosphere, the staff were both very professional and friendly. Tasty food on the menu, will definitely stay here again 👍
Russ, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were brilliant, friendly & efficient. Lovely fire in the lounge was fab after a days walking
Val, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice

Really nice place, with really good staff.
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Emily, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Carrie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Glen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location. Very friendly staff.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff, great servers at breakfast, comfy bed, great views
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel for a short break. Would stay there again.
Andrew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel - lovely location and the breakfast was superb.
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Suzanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

lovely foor and location
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well looked after establishment this place. Staff very welcoming & always helpful and down to earth.
Graham, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely inn with excellent breakfast and dinner service. Rooms are well appointed and beautifully decorated and the outside seating for afternoon tea or a pint is wonderful. The area is stunning and delightful for a walk. Highly recommend this exceptional inn.
Terrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Rose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and service, amazing food.
Sachin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay here. Room was comfortable and food was delicious.
Lora, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love that isnnear hiking trails and has good food and simple accomodation. Exactly what i needed whwn going there to hike the Lake District.
Eduardo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

kind staff, excellent breakfast, good location
Jonghwa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovelly spot to stay in the Lakes with very friendly and efficient staff. Will return
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Last minute booking but we will definitely return. Cosy seating area, lovely food, friendly staff and an excellent base for walking, particularly Helvellyn.
Sandra, 1-night trip