Royal Oak at Keswick

Hotels
8.7 (1913 reviews)
Main Street , Keswick , gb

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Children allowed
Pets 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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public 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.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

8.7
Based on 1913 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
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Joyce • couple • gb
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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442margaritae • Family
10
UK vacation
Pros:

Very cute, quaint hotel with great service and bar!

2026-07-18 • via Tripadvisor
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Jean • couple • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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CAK160 • Couples • Lancashire, England
10
Great experience
Pros:

Food was fabulous, staff were excellent attentive and took lots of care related to my allergies fantastic evening we will be back thank you

2026-07-17 • via Tripadvisor
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pauline • couple • gb
10
Small but perfectly formed
Pros:

A touch of quality
Very good staff attitude throughout

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • gb
7
Lovely place, would stay again but some actions could to improve further
Pros:

Lovely air conditioned room
Central location but still quiet enough and sound dampened so you could sleep
Good selection for breakfast
Nice clean rooms

Cons:

Old building meant creaking floorboards and doors disturbed sleep
Softer closing doors may help
Restaurant service good but took up to an hour for food to be served from ordering
Flies in the restaurant a constant nuisance. Better insect control needed downstairs as it did ruin the eating experience

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Gary • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Rooms are comfy.
It is an historic property.

Cons:

No lift. The price.
The TVs state “ Welcome and then the name of the guest “. For our rooms the name welcomes was not ours. A small point, but irritating.
Car park is a little walk away, although we later discovered there is a drop off space at the side of the hotel. We wish we’d known this whilst carrying our bags from the car park in high heat.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Daria2811 • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Excellent customer service. Despite of the peak season, a manager checked us very quickly and reserved a table for the dinner.
The restaurant is great- hearty local food with cooked breakfast. Historical exterior and modern interior with cozy design and fuctional family rooms.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Jean Sechaud • solo_traveller • gb
10
Royal Oak Hotel Trip Keswick
Pros:

Very Central location great for the Saturday market set up and only a small walk away from the lake where you have the opportunity to take a boat trip The staff were lovely such a nice friendly welcome offering a welcome gift of chocolate truffles and lovely relaxation pillow spray really nice touch Breakfast did not disappoint lots of nice choices on their Menu and lovey staff to help
It has a cosy bar too we would certainly consider another visit
We really did welcome Air Con InThe room during the hot spell .All in All we enjoyed our Hotel visit and the Beauty of Keswick town centre the hotel being so near no need for Taxis the bus station a 10 minute walk plenty restaurants and The Royal Oak had a very reasonable 2 course 3 course available too .

Cons:

Id need to be knit picking here I would say the colour of the room and the carpet could do with a wee bit of change room is small but cosy for a short visit the small fridge came in handy

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
Сергей • solo_traveller • ru
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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crocga • Couples • Liverpool, Merseyside, England
10
Great service, great food - and air con!
Pros:

We had a fantastic visit to the Royal Oak in Keswick and couldn’t have asked for a warmer welcome.
Rob and Lucy were absolutely brilliant from start to finish. They were genuinely friendly, took the time to chat, and made us feel like valued guests rather than just another table.

The service was excellent throughout – attentive without being over the top – and nothing seemed too much trouble.
It’s people like Rob and Lucy who make a place stand out and leave a lasting impression.

If you’re visiting Keswick, I’d highly recommend the Royal Oak. Great atmosphere, great service, and we’ll definitely be back.
Thanks again, Rob and Lucy, for making our visit so enjoyable.
Oh and it’s air conditioned!
Thanks Julie and Gary

2026-07-11 • via Tripadvisor
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Caroline • couple • gb
8
A great pub with rooms serving good food.
Pros:

Food very good. Staff friendly and professional. Room was very comfortable. A/C was great to have.

Cons:

We visited during a heatwave and the bar/food area was overrun with flies. Not something staff could easily rectify but it did put us off a little.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Greg • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
10
Excellent central Hotel
Pros:

Property was in a central location
Dog friendly
Very clean
Food and staff were lovely

Cons:

Only disadvantage was no parking but there’s a car park less than five minutes away

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Harry • couple • gb
8
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • gb
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Dominic • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable, cosy and good location
Pros:

Nice staff, good location, comfortable room

Cons:

Toilet was squeezed between the wall and shower so was a bit uncomfortable, and could have used an iron and ironing board in the room, but to be fair I didn't ask for one.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Thomson • family_with_children • gb
10
An amazing 2 night stay in a brilliant family room!
Pros:

We loved our stay here!! Location is perfect to explore Keswick. Our room was so spacious and had everything that you would need - so clean, lovely shower, great shower products, smart tv, water for arrival and a very comfortable bed. All staff were lovely. The breakfast was great, choosing from the menu and also having a continental selection on the table. We would 100% come back to stay here.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee