The Pennington Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (804 reviews)
Main Street , Ravenglass , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Rooms need updates
Carpets looked grubby

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
Some reviews mentioned carpets looking grubby and a need for room updates.
Service
9.16
Numerous reviews praised the staff as friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.2
Many reviews highlighted the great location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.15
Some rooms needed updates, but others were spacious and comfortable.
Amenities
8.68
Good amenities mentioned across reviews, although some needed an upgrade.
Value for Money
8.64
Generally regarded as good value for the experience provided.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Food quality was often praised, though more options were sometimes desired.
Overall Experience
8.86
The overall sentiment is positive, with many wanting to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 03:28

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Experience the unique blend of history and luxury at The Pennington Hotel, a 16th-century estuary-front property in Ravenglass. The former coaching inn boasts free Wi-Fi and a brasserie-style restaurant serving delectable local cuisine.

Cozy and Well-Equipped Rooms
Indulge in comfort in the en suite bedrooms featuring beamed ceilings, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Unwind in the bathrooms equipped with power showers and luxurious toiletries for a rejuvenating experience.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Located just a short walk from Ravenglass railway station and the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, The Pennington Hotel offers easy access to explore the area. Don't miss the chance to visit Muncaster Castle and explore the picturesque High Central Fells of the Lake District during your stay.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Pennington Hotel!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: MAN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 804 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 9.16
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Neil solo_traveller gb
9
Beautiful location and nice hotel
Pros:

Wonderful location , clean

Cons:

No air con in rooms

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Honeywood solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely hotel in great location.
Pros:

Some rooms have superb views over the tidal estuary.

Cons:

Not a dislike but a note for EV drivers; Although the hotel has a charging point it, it only has 13A 3 pin or 16A CEE Commando sockets so you'll need your granny charger. Bulk charging points in the public car park just 50yds away

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller gb
4
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent

Cons:

The room was shabby. If this was a hostel for 50 quid a night then OK but it cost £160 or more. The room was in serious need of redecorating.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
10
Stayed before and will stay again.
Pros:

Excellent

Cons:

Great location

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Sally solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Friendly and comfortable. Good food.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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William solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely West Lakes seaside Hamlet.
Pros:

Very nice location, nice comfy room, good shower, nice breakfast.

Cons:

Car park hard to find, could directions not be put on Booking.com page?
Breakfast good but a bit slow in delivery.
Could do with a fridge in the room.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Steven extended_group gb
10
Only one night but loved it.
Pros:

Great setting , great staff.

Cons:

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2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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David Morrison solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The hotel was very clean and comfortable. What made it special for us was the staff. Everyone we met was so friendly and helpful, they couldn't do enough to help. The food was also excellent with a nice balanced choice both at breakfast and in the evening. We would be very happy to stay at the Pennington if the future and hope that we do before too long.

Cons:

There was nothing that we disliked about the hotel.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Ana couple gb
8
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Naomi couple gb
8
Very clean comfy stay
Pros:

Great service. Exceptionally clean. Lovely bar area

Cons:

Needs a lick of paint everywhere to just make it a bit nicer.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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John and Louise couple gb
10
The only option for a Raveglass stay, and round the corner from the Railway
Pros:

Defo the nicest property to stay in, in the rural village of Ravenglass.

Cons:

If any negative, could probably do with an air-con upgrade to the rooms, something that you wouldn’t of even thought about in Britain, but the ever increasing heatwaves over the last 2 years including this week made the rooms too hot, and with no air-con it did spoil the hotel stay.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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emma solo_traveller gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

It was such a lovely modern yet traditional clean place, friendly staff. Perfect location. Breakfast superb

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Glyn solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Interior decor and facilities, modern and bright.

Cons:

Outside of the building needed attention

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
9
Excellent short visit. Would certainly book again in the future.
Pros:

Breakfast was plentiful though slightly overcooked on first morning.Second morning excellent.
Staff worked extremely hard to make sure we had everything we needed.
The dining experience each evening was a very pleasant time.

Cons:

Windows were slightly hard to open when weather was warm outside.
Couldn’t work the shower. (Instructions please ?)

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The location, the friendly staff and the building.

Cons:

All was fine

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Tricia couple gb
8
One night stay to cross the Esk
Pros:

Location was perfect for our purposes- very comfortable bed - good breakfast and dinner - friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Allan couple gb
8
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Richard extended_group gb
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Albert Victor solo_traveller gb
10
Weekend Break in Ravenglass
Pros:

Amazing find in Ravenglass, great base to explore the West coast of the Lake District that nobody goes to
Very good value for both accommodation, food and drink
Amazing helpful staff

Cons:

Cannot think of a single thing

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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natalie couple gb
9
Lovely break with the dog
Pros:

Great location. Gorgeous hotel. Very clean. Had a lovely dinner and breakfast.

Cons:

Room was roasting! Reception brought a fan but it was very toasty.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee