Kings Head - Riverside, Ravenstonedale

Hotels
9.4 (598 reviews)
Ravenstonedale Kirkby Stephen , Ravenstonedale , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Beautiful location
Comfy beds
Cons:
Room size could be larger
No significant negatives overall

Categories

Cleanliness
9.18
Rooms are spotless and quirky, well decorated.
Service
9.95
Staff are very friendly and welcoming, exceptional service throughout.
Location
9.69
Beautiful location, a truly welcoming team.
Room Quality
8.94
Comfy bed, room quality considered good despite some mention of size.
Amenities
9.17
Great selection of food, ales, and warm atmosphere.
Value for Money
9.53
Overall good value for the quality of service and experience.
Food and Beverage
9.18
Food quality and variety of meal options are very good.
Overall Experience
9.55
Guests enjoyed their stays, highly recommended.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 10:18

Property Description

Riverside Charm and Culinary Delights

Garden Oasis and Social Spaces
The Kings Head in Ravenstonedale offers a serene garden, shared lounge, terrace, and bar for guests to unwind and socialize. Perfect for enjoying a refreshing drink or engaging in lively conversations.

Culinary Journey and Dietary Options
Indulge in a diverse culinary experience at the hotel's restaurant, featuring British, Pizza, and Seafood cuisine. Special dietary needs are catered to with Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available upon request.

Entertainment and Nearby Attractions
For a fun pastime, guests can enjoy a game of darts at the Kings Head. Explore nearby attractions like the World of Beatrix Potter and Brough Castle, ensuring a memorable stay.

Book your Riverside retreat at Kings Head - Riverside, Ravenstonedale for a delightful experience!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 598 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.18
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.69
Room Quality: 8.94
Amenities: 9.17
Value for Money: 9.53
Food and Beverage: 9.18
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Sarah couple gb
10
Pros:

Excellent accommodation, friendly staff and great food

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Barry family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Kenny and the staff where amazing breakfast / lunch / evening meal portions were huge and delicious. Rooms were very comfortable and spotless . We were well looked after and will definitely be returning. A mention to the dogs Jack & Paddy .😎

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Pete couple gb
10
Another Perfect Stay at The Kings Head
Pros:

The Kings Head is just one of 'our places'....not to far from home and yet you are 'away from it all'. Great place, great staff and the location itself is just so peaceful. We cannot praise the Kings Head more. The owner and team as a whole go above and beyond every time. Lovely people...lovely place. We cannot praise the Kings Head more.

Cons:

Nothing at all....its all lovely...

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Eileen couple gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

The cosyness of the place and room and staff and owner was lovely. Food was excellent, good value for money. We loved it that much we've got another couple of bookings at the King's head over the next couple of months and this time we'll be taking family with us. We can't wait to return at Easter. And then again in May for my husbands 60th Birthday.

Cons:

That due to work commitments we couldn't stay longer.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Deborah family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Friendly staff

Comfy bed

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Mcwatt solo_traveller gb
10
The Kings Head is one of the nicest places I’ve ever stayed.
Pros:

Outstanding location. Exceptional facilities. This is about the 8th visit to Kings Head. Could not recommend highly enough.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Mcwatt solo_traveller gb
10
Outstanding location and exceptional facilities. Staff are the best!
Pros:

Outstanding location and exceptional facilities. Staff are the best!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Julia family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Very friendly staff,lovely atmosphere ,good food and lovely clean bedroom

2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Sara extended_group gb
10
It’s expensive but worth it
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Caro couple gb
8
Always lovely , been many times
Pros:

Beautifully decorated

Cons:

Little noisy

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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sharon couple gb
10
Perfect stay
Pros:

Lovely cozy pub, food excellent, and staff were lovely. Rooms very comfortable, had the best nights sleep.
Will definatley be back.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
10
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Sam couple gb
9
Very happy!
Pros:

Very happy.all people went out of there way to make sure our stay was memorable

Cons:

Not sure if anything could have been much better

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Steve couple gb
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
8
Thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent.The location was very good and friendly staff.

Cons:

Comfier seating outside

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Carter family_with_children pt
10
A place you'll remember with fondness
Pros:

I'm a regular guest here,whenever I visit the UK. Kenni,Fiona and ALL the staff make me feel so welcome,that it feels like a second home. The food and drink are excellent and reasonably priced. The rooms are comfortable and clean. Well done, this the best Inn that I have stayed in. The local customers are friendly as well.
True Northern hospitality.

2026-01-17 via Nuitee
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Peter family_with_children gb
10
A very fine example of traditional country inn
Pros:

Exceptionally welcoming warm and comfortable on our very cold winter visit. The service was attentive and charming without being obsequious and the food, solid tasty fare without being overly complicated. A good range of options inc vegetarian. Nice to see locals present and enjoying the bar and pool table.

Cons:

Not much. Slightly cool dining area at breakfast after the lovely warm fires of the night before, but I guess it made sense not to light the fires for breakfast given the low occupancy at our visit.

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Nuala couple gb
10
Exceptional little business, great find and a great area to visit.
Pros:

Breakfast was exceptional, cooked to order and very tasty. Staff very friendly, room was lovely and lots of little touches to show owners have thought about providing an excellent experience. Restaurant food very tasty and keenly priced. Overall really glad we found this gem of a place and hope to revisit in the near future.

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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Pete couple gb
10
Another Perfect Stay at the Kings Head
Pros:

Ravenstonedale is a great location just off J38 of the M6 - 10 minute drive or so. The Kings Head itself is just brilliant. Kenni, Fiona and the team are just first class and will do all they can to make your visit or overnight stay special. There are so many lovely attention to detail touches that are so well thought through. Whether this be for two or four legged friends. Forgot your reading glasses or tooth brush...no problem. Fancy a round of golf at the course down the road...no problem...a set of clubs are there. Whilst we were there a gentlemen was not very well and he was dealt with in such a kind manner. In turn a four legged friend was not well and the easy option.....'here is the number of the vet'. No...! Not Kenni and Fiona...they accompanied their guests to their own Vet nearby. This is just the measure of these fine folk. Their care and attention at The Kings Head make it a very special place to visit. We have booked for the same 3 days next new year already. That will be our third time of doing so. The locals are friendly and welcoming. Good food, fine beers/drinks, lovely rooms with comfy beds and breakfast is amazing. Above all caring, hard working friendly owners and staff that make your visit extra special. Thank you all...! See you soon.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing.

2026-01-05 via Nuitee