Kings Head - Riverside, Ravenstonedale

Hotels
9.4 (629 reviews)
Ravenstonedale Kirkby Stephen , Ravenstonedale , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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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!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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 629 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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Slawomir solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Very nice place. Very classy. Everything is high quality.

Cons:

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2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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JENNIFER solo_traveller gb
9
Gorgeous rooms above a fabulous pub/restaurant.
Pros:

Pretty pub with spacious rooms in a lovely location. High quality decor. Super friendly staff. Great food.

Cons:

I was in room 4 which has a small arch recessed window. Unfortunately this means part of the window can’t be covered by a blind or curtains so the light came through from 4 am.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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GEOFF couple gb
9
Extremely relaxing and special place
Pros:

Lovely location and property with great food and lots of added extras

Cons:

One male member of waiting staff inappropriate on first night (Saturday). Rest of staff were amazing.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Debra couple gb
10
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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hugh solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Great food, good local beer. Fantastic breakfast. Lovely room and a beautiful location. Great staff and service.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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david extended_group gb
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Christina couple gb
10
Magical! A beautiful place to stay
Pros:

Gorgeous inn…perfect, welcoming interior. Super friendly staff. Room was number 6 and we had absolutely no noise issues during our stay given it is a thriving pub and restaurant. Breakfast was a joy and sets you up brilliantly for the day. My husband had a problem with his bike that needed to dry out and they very kindly kept it in their boiler room. Thank you! Highly recommend and we will be back.

Cons:

A very small thing. There were a lot of cushions and throws on the bed…so many you couldn’t really find your own belongings when you took them off to go to bed.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
10
Relaxing and welcoming stay
Pros:

So friendly and welcoming and Dog friendly Food is delicious The Yorkshire Pudding should come with a warning -this is a serious main course - all makes for a very relaxing stay

Cons:

Cannot fault anything

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Rena solo_traveller gb
10
A rare gem in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside.
Pros:

What a rare gem! A pub/hotel packed full of character and charm - a calm and comfortable oasis set in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside. The room was exceptionally clean, modern and equipped with everything one would need - even down to Epsom Salts for walkers’ to bathe their weary bones. En-suite was spotless with a powerful (and easy to operate!) shower. But what makes this little treasure so special is the unique and wonderful people that work there. I would say staff, but they’re more than that. You can sense it’s one, big, happy family. I must mention names. Hannah, a beautiful individual who couldn’t do enough for us - she’s an asset. Shaun, a cheeky chappy who entertained and served us a lovely, evening dinner. Kenny, the Landlord- possibly the jewel in the crown - who true to his policies supplied us with an evening dram - very nice touch. And not to forget Tracy who buzzes around the breakfast room to make sure everyone is well fed and content. She’s also an asset. Finally, I mustn’t forget Jack! He looks like a big, furry rug but he’s actually Kenny’s Bernese - I wish I could have taken him home. No faults just a huge recommendation.

Cons:

Nothing. Couldn’t fault it.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Claire couple gb
10
We only had a short stay, but would 100% come back.
Pros:

Beautiful setting, lovely decor, thoughtful touches in the room. Staff were lovely. Amazing food.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Pam family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

The room was fa tastis with lots of lovely eztras and opulence.

Cons:

The evening meal was a bit disappointing. For instance I ordered fish and chips and tbe batter, I was told, was gluten-free. Not to my taste. My husband had the stuffed Yorkshire Pudding which had far too many vegetables.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Judith extended_group gb
10
Great stay lovely beds good food
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Degsy solo_traveller gb
10
Can we make it a 9th visit
Pros:

As this was my 8th visit I think that in itself says I like this place. It's extremely dog friendly, the place is spotless, the staff are great, the beer is great, the food is great, the breaky is very good.

Cons:

I only really have one criticism and that is that the 'fresh' orange juice in the morning is pretty low grade.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Kathy couple gb
10
Comfortable dog-friendly stay and good food in a lovely location.
Pros:

Great location in an interesting village. Warm welcome from extremely friendly staff. Good pub food and very comfortable room.

Cons:

N/A.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Charles couple gb
10
2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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marilynn couple gb
10
Lovely relaxing stay
Pros:

Everything!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
9
Exceptionally hospitable staff in a lovely part of the world. Exceptional food though not the place to stay if you want
Pros:

Lovely old worldly atmosphere.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Alison couple gb
9
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Sandie couple gb
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee