The Kings Arms Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (796 reviews)
Main Street , Keswick , gb

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Pets allowed
Hiking
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Room needs updating
Breakfast quality inconsistent

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
Room was very clean but some mentioned needs updating, indicating standard cleanliness for this tier.
Service
9.03
Friendly and welcoming staff mentioned multiple times across reviews.
Location
9.07
Great location repeatedly praised in reviews, especially positioning near the high street.
Room Quality
7.02
Room needs some updates and there were issues with certain amenities, affecting overall comfort.
Amenities
7.55
Basic amenities provided but some guests noted limitations like no internet on TV.
Value for Money
8.01
Some guests felt that the quality of rooms did not match the price charged.
Food and Beverage
7.56
Breakfast had mixed reviews, with some praised and others called out for being cold.
Overall Experience
8.53
Overall, guests had a pleasant experience despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:20

Property Description

Quaint Hotel in the Heart of Keswick

Convenient Location: Situated on Keswick’s main street, a short stroll from Derwentwater, The Kings Arms Hotel provides easy access to the picturesque Lake District.

Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in full English breakfasts and authentic British cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere by the open fire in the Lounge Bar, offering a selection of light meals, snacks, and real ales.

Explore the Surroundings: Immerse yourself in the local culture with a visit to the nearby Cumberland Pencil Museum or take a short drive to discover the beauty of Grasmere, Cockermouth, Thirlmere, or Ullswater.

Experience comfort and convenience at The Kings Arms Hotel – book your stay now!

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 796 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 7.02
Amenities: 7.55
Value for Money: 8.01
Food and Beverage: 7.56
Overall Experience: 8.53
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Alan • couple • gb
8
Great hotel in central location
Pros:

Location, value and breakfast

Cons:

No air conditioning. Room very hot.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • gb
8
Porters
Pros:

Great location, nice roomd

Cons:

No complaints at all

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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melinda • extended_group • us
7
Weather conditions good for us, doubt it would be nice if very warm
Pros:

Central, conveniently located in city center. Staff all friendly. Nice breakfast choices.

Cons:

Rooms small but bed fine. Enough air with windows full open and small fan in room as weather during our stay not particularly warm. I doubt it would be tolerable in the heat. Pub area more run Dow than photos look

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location, food and the staff

Cons:

No mini fridge, shower was faulty and no pressure

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Frazer • couple • gb
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Swallow • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Room clean, and well appointed
Bed comfortable

Cons:

Our room was at the back of the hotel, which backed onto the sports bar, which was noisy. We had to sleep with the window shut in the middle of a heatwave, but at least they provided a fan

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Gayle • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
8
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • au
8
Pros:

Friendly staff, excellent central location.

Cons:

high street was noisy with commercial traffic early in the morning. Ask for a room. at the back of the hotel.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Rob • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great place to stay in a great location.
Pros:

Location and staff friendliness.

Cons:

Parking costs were quite expensive.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Location

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Great location, great service,good all round

Cons:

narrow staircases not so good for people with walking disability’s ,ie pensioners

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Henrik • couple • dk
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Sarah M • couple • ae
8
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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ingrid • solo_traveller • gb
9
Brill hotel
Pros:

Excellent hotel. Very clean. Food great and plenty of it. Staff very friendly. Hotel in the Main street so very central. On fault quilt far too warm for the weather we had 😅. Would definitely return.

Cons:

Not a thing.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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caroline • couple • gb
9
Perfect central location ideal for exploring by foot….
Pros:

A Hearty Breakfast with plenty of options… central location 10 minutes walking from Derwent lake which was a Bonus, plus Hope Park full of floral displays…central car park behind Hotel £12 for 24 hours…Room decor lovely and bed and pillows exceptionally comfortable…

Cons:

Only a little niggle blinds to let light in would be helpful as curtains are heavy making room dark, the room faces guests drinking in garden so just for privacy when relaxing would be good…

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Ruby • couple • gb
9
I could not be happier with our stay due to the quality of the hotel and its features.
Pros:

I loved the breakfast experience. The room was super clean and comfortable and the facilities, such as coffee and biscuits, was a pleasant surprise. The location was incredibly convenient and pretty given it is in the centre of Keswick and a short walk to the supermarket and bus station.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee