Royal Oak at Keswick

Hotels
8.7 (1960 reviews)
Main Street , Keswick , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Pets allowed
Bar
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Attentive staff
Excellent location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Small room sizes
Minor cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
The reviews indicate a generally clean environment, though some reviewers reported minor cleanliness issues related to room amenities.
Service
9.1
Multiple reviews highlight excellent and attentive service from staff, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
9.14
The hotel is praised for its ideal location in the center of town, making it convenient for guests.
Room Quality
8.59
Rooms are generally described as comfortable and spacious, though some reviewers noted issues with certain rooms being small or lacking natural light.
Amenities
8.62
Amenities received mixed feedback, but positive mentions about complimentary items and good breakfast offerings prevailing.
Value for Money
8.58
The perceived value aligns with the level of service and quality, though some room sizes raised concerns.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Dining experiences were mostly positive, with good breakfasts reported but some dissatisfaction with specific dinner dishes.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall, guests expressed satisfaction with their stays, noting that they would return, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 07:49

Property Description

Elegant En Suite Accommodation
Experience comfort and style in our elegant en suite rooms featuring modern amenities like LCD TVs and free Wi-Fi. Relax in a power shower or unwind in a soothing bath after a day of exploring the beautiful Keswick town.

Local Produce Dining
Indulge in a culinary journey at our restaurant offering freshly prepared dishes using local produce and seasonal ingredients from Cumbria. Pair your meal with real ales from the renowned Thwaites Brewery for a complete dining experience.

Scenic Views and Exploration
Wake up to stunning views of the surrounding hills and embrace the charm of this former coaching inn. Located near the town center, Keswick Lodge serves as the perfect base to discover the wonders of the Lake District.

Book now to relish in the warmth of The 18th-century Royal Oak at Keswick and create unforgettable memories in the heart of Keswick.

Important information:

When booking more than 3 rooms, a 50% nonrefundable deposit will be required for all bookings over 3 rooms. The team at the hotel will make contact to arrange this.

If you would prefer a room with a bath please request this when booking.

Please note that only a limited number of rooms are dog friendly. Please contact the hotel directly to arrange allocation of a pet friendly room. Unfortunately, additional pets cannot be accommodated.

Please note that the property does not have onsite storage facilities for bicycles.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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1960 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 8.8
C
CATHRYN couple gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Great hotel, fabulous location and really good breakfast

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
G
Gerard couple gb
8
Great location in central Keswick but no parking on site
Pros:

Good decor in rooms and public areas

Cons:

Bathroom was very small

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
S
Stephen couple gb
8
Very comfortable stay in a great location
Pros:

Good breakfast. Friendly staff and a very clean and comfortable room

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
G
Garry couple gb
7
Nice and comfortable in a central location
Pros:

Nice and central location

Cons:

Staff were a little rude when not eating

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
M
Manuela solo_traveller gb
9
Good
Pros:

Location, the stuff, the decore the food

Cons:

The room smelled like dog a lot and the bed was very big but a bit uncomfortable

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
H
Hayley family_with_children gb
10
Will definitely be back!
Pros:

Stayed here before, great hotel, fab staff, rooms are lovely and clean, central location, excellent breakfast

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
P
Paul solo_traveller gb
6
Great stay in a lovely hotel with exceptional staff
Pros:

Clean, newly furnished hotel with exceptional staff

Cons:

Our shower room had a dreadful smell

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
10
Very convenient hotel in heart of Keswick
Pros:

Hotel was right in the centre so convenient for shops, bar, the lake and the public car park was only a few minutes walk away.
Staff were very friendly and although we hadn’t booked a table for dinner they found us a table. Service for dinner was good, we only had main courses and food was nice.
We booked a cosy room which we expected to be small but we were upgraded to a slightly bigger cosy room, still on the small side but it was perfect for us as we were only staying one night. Room was quiet and bed very comfy.

Cons:

The poached eggs in the morning were more like hard boiled eggs but other than that breakfast was good.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
M
Mihai Cristian solo_traveller ro
9
Pros:

Great location, nice staff. Had AC and refrigirator which was perfect during my summer stay

Cons:

My room faced the stone alley and got quite loud in the morning (4-6am). Breakfast was also a bit average, not terrible but not great either, although overall I enjoyed my stay and I recommend the place.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
E
Eloise couple gb
9
Great location and comfy beds with good faculties and excellent breakfast!
Pros:

Great location and comfy beds. Clean and good facilities in the room

Cons:

Room was quite small for the price

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
J
Jayne couple gb
10
Loved my stay at Royal Oak, this was our second visit and will return.
Pros:

The room was lovely, very clean, and air conditioned, the bathroom was great. The room was serviced every day and tea and coffee supplies restocked and complimentary. The staff are lovely and attentive, the breakfast has a great choice, with everything you could need. The location is excellent, right in the centre of beautiful Keswick.

Cons:

The bed is a little firm for me but I agree that is personal taste. There is no lift in the property, and its quite a few steps to carry your luggage to your room, no help was offered. Not suitable for anyone with mobility issues.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
K
Kelly couple us
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
K
Kelly couple us
10
Charming pub/hotel is central Keswick
Pros:

Charming pub, comfortable clean well appointed room, delicious breakfast, and extremely friendly staff.

Cons:

I liked it all.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
P
Peter couple gb
10
Great stay even know onlyb2days
Pros:

Lovely old pub restaurant below rooms fantastic helpful staff

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
H
Haydn couple gb
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple gb
5
Adequate but over priced
Pros:

Staff Sevice, food quality and location

Cons:

Room 5 size was very small, zero privacy when curtains are open, the layout of cloths storage and coffee making facilties was badly configerated and only three items of clothing could be hung up.
There was toilet brush in bathroom

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
B
Barry solo_traveller gb
10
Super friendly staff and a dantastic hotel
Pros:

Great location, amazing breakfast, lovely facilitirs

Cons:

No car parking

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
L
Liam family_with_children gb
10
Great stay in the heart of Keswick
Pros:

Great location. Clean. Great breakfast.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
S
Simon couple gb
9
Lovely location and great service
Pros:

All good, breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

Wifi kept dropping out.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
J
Joyce couple gb
8
2026-07-19 via Nuitee