Shap Wells Hotel

Hotels
Independent
8.2 (134 reviews)
Shap, Cumbria, Penrith, England, CA10 3QU , Penrith , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Fitness facilities
Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Picnic area
Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Lovely location
Character of the building
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Food quality concerns
Inconvenience with room arrangements

Categories

Cleanliness
7.09
Reviews frequently mentioned dirty towels and rooms, indicating cleanliness issues.
Service
9.56
Positive feedback on staff friendliness and helpfulness throughout the reviews.
Location
9.6
Consistently referred to as a lovely and beautiful location, enhancing guest experience.
Room Quality
8.05
Mentioned varying room sizes and some comfort issues, leading to a mixed review.
Amenities
8.58
Standard hotel amenities were present, but some review notes suggest they need improvement.
Value for Money
7.54
Guests felt the price was not commensurate with the service and quality offered.
Food and Beverage
6.59
Food consistently criticized as bland and often cold, leading to disappointment.
Overall Experience
8.56
Mixed experiences noted, with some positive highlights but significant drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 23:45

Property Description

Recreation Amenities & Views
Indulge in the fitness center or relax in the garden while taking in the scenic views.

Dining & Drinks
Savor a meal at the restaurant, opt for room service, and enjoy beverages at the bar/lounge.

Additional Amenities
Make use of free Wi-Fi, gaming facilities, and a picnic area. Benefit from services like dry cleaning, 24-hour reception, and luggage storage.

Stay at Shap Wells Hotel in Penrith for a memorable retreat near Yorkshire Dales National Park and Orton Community Park. Book now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MME

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 134 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.09
Service: 9.56
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 7.54
Food and Beverage: 6.59
Overall Experience: 8.56
K
Kate partner
10
Pros:

Lovely quaint hotel.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
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Linda partner
10
Pros:

The room was very clean, parking was good and service at the bar was excellent. The staff in,particular were very kind and friendly, we enjoyed our stay very much and would stay there again,thank you.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
D
Daniel
10
Pros:

Old fashioned, isolated and wonderful

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
G
Gregory
8
Pros:

Lovely location.
Staff extremely helpful

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
M
Mrs Olivia
2
Disaster! Fawlty Towers!
Pros:

All in all, we would not recommend!

They didn’t seem to know we were arriving with a baby and a dog, despite several messages from me. They showed us to a room far too small and through the dining room so we wouldn’t be able to get our dog to it. We were given a new larger room which smelt strange and we had to call to ask for towels. No cot was provided, although we were offered one later on. We were told there was no food on the menu available as it had been pre-booked by the coach guests and we should have pre-booked, despite an email saying we didn’t need to - we were told to go to the local pub, which was also full. The supper that we did eventually get was simple but mainly good and breakfast was basic canteen food - alright but very greasy and tasteless.

Neither the food nor the hotel were worth the money and we will definitely not be returning.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
J
Joan
10
Pros:

An excellent facility. A true surprise!

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
A
Alec partner
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, classic oldy worldy feel to the hotel

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
A
Alan
10
Pros:

A really friendly hotel

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
K
Kamal
10
Pros:

Everything

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
G
gerald
10
Very pleasant stay
Pros:

Easy check in from friendly helpful man on reception. Twin room was clean and a fair size .Beds were comfortable. An abundance of tea and coffee was available.

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
D
Debra
6
Stopover
Pros:

Nice old worlde hotel . Beautiful location . Easy check in . First room smelt of stale smoke so was promptly moved .
Cold shower and when I mentioned this I was told maintenance were working on it . A warning might of staved off the shivers . Booked dinner sadly that was cold and when I mentioned that there was no solution . Great choice for breakfast but sadly that was also cold

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
B
Binita
6
Pros:

Disappointed about cleanliness

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
P
Patricia
8
Standards have dropped
Pros:

Used the hotel as a stop over for travelling north. Have stayed before but in all honesty feel like it’s not as good as the last few times we have stayed. Dirty towels and not so clean room. Breakfast wasn’t up to its usual standard. But there were two coach loads in so maybe they were stretched.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
P
Pallavi
8
Pros:

Just stayed the night. Quiet, clean, standard breakfast.

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
D
David
6
Mediocre with potential
Pros:

This place has the potential but is tired. For some reason I was given an accessible room on the ground floor (not sure what happened to the “garden view”? But having been on the road I wasn’t going to argue .The room felt cold and the decor seemed tired. The bed was ok and I managed to get through the night.
Disappointed to find they stopped serving food when I arrived and I was sent to Shap but there was nothing appealing.
Breakfast was self serve buffet. Note the turkey bacon.

2025-08-20 via Nuitee
K
kerry friends
10
Pros:

This Hotel building has soooo much character! It was a true delight and the staff were all so friendly and upbeat! Beth from the bar/dining room was especially fun with a great sense of humor! She made our stay even more enjoyable! Shebby (sp?), Waffi (sp?)) and Nevin (sp?)were also very fun and pleasant! We will never forget the wonderful three days that we spent here and can’t recommend this place enough!

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
A
Andrew
8
Pros:

Excellent for the price a little dated but very clean Breakfast buffet style but very good, red squirrels in the grounds are a must see

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
J
Julian
10
Impressive Layout -full of Character- & So Quiet..
Pros:

It’s Lovely venue, we arrived late due to traffic congestion on M6 , (think the Hotel Sign just off the Motorway -should direct via the A6 it’s a much better road-than the very rough track -a nightmare from B road- Sat Nav Directions-!,). Breakfast was lovely, Bed Comfort excellent - as we arrived late I was concerned we might wake others as floor boards in room were creaky, we were not at the Hotel but a few hours but very impressed with the place and over the top .helpful day manager and Staff (on 2nd if August)if we venture North again we will certainly stay again -hopefully longer next time-. Feeling of a taste of Luxury, With impressive surroundings and Friendly Helpful -staff . In fact everyone we met were relaxed and commented about the historical side -other people passing through- ‘it has character’, Well Established .

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
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Bryony partner
6
Pros:

Very pleasant staff. Beautiful furnishing and fittings not fully utilised.
Very disorganised. No one at reception because they are in the dining room.
Room was tired but functional.
Lovely setting. Such potential.

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
A
Andrew
6
Great for an overnight stay
Pros:

This is a great hotel for an overnight stay.Our room was a little cramped and the decor was looking a bit tiredbut it was clean and comfortable. We booked our breakfast slot after the coach parties and there was not a lot left to eat. Check-in was excellent but staff could have been more attentive at breakfast time.

2025-08-03 via Nuitee