The Kings Arms Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (731 reviews)
Main Street , Keswick , gb

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 12 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 731 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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Liz • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful room, decor, very dog friendly. Great breakfast and amazing location close to everything.

Cons:

I was quite noisy during the early morning with goods being unloaded outside each night. Rolling barrels off and on.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • gb
10
Perfect place for a break
Pros:

Great value spacious room fab location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan Reeves • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • gb
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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McAdams • couple • gb
9
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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emma • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Nothing exceptional breakfast just ok for price paid

Cons:

Bathroom in need of replacing. Shower poor and shabby windows badly in need of double glazing. For what we paid for a supposedly superior double room pretty small and down at heel.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

The room and bed were great

Cons:

I had booked a table for dinner each night of my stay, the first nights dinner there were problems, my server didn't engage with she seemed to be " going through the motions " my meal was the problem, I ordered soup and it took 25 minutes to bring the soup, bearing in mind that it wasn't busy there were only two other tables and one was nearly finished as I came into the restaurant. The next issue was with the main course, I ordered the chicken Kiev special at £16 and it wasn't edible I took one bite then had to leave the rest, it was rock hard and very overcooked and dry I struggled to cut it, inside there was absolutely no butter or any detectable garlic (it's supposed to be chicken Kiev remember!) just a suggestion of some parsley. There was hardly any mashed potato to speak of and the veg, I like my veg to have a slight bite to them, but, the veg was basically raw. The creamy mustard sauce had no detectable mustard either. For a bill that came to £25 I expected a lot better, so as a result of that I cancelled my remaining table bookings for dinner and ate elsewhere, my other issue was the next day the person that served me the night before, I noticed some unsafe and bad hygiene practices, she petted a customer's dog and gave it a treat from her hand twice without then going to wash her hands and she's busy serving food and drinks to unsuspecting customers! I feel that this issue really must be raised in the interest of customer health and safety.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Alice • couple • gb
9
Perfect place to stay in Keswick.
Pros:

Really central location. Lovely staff and the breakfast was beautiful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Wilko • couple • nl
8
Perfecte plek in Keswick om te overnachten.
Pros:

Lekker midden in het centrum. Heerlijke uitvalsbasis.

Cons:

Niets

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location, lovely room 👌

Cons:

Poached eggs were hard not runny

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Josephine • extended_group • gb
8
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Central location and nice room decor and furnishings

Cons:

Poor shower pressure

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • couple • gb
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
10
I would stay there again without question.
Pros:

From the moment we arrived we felt welcome the reception (Lorna) booked us in with no trouble, was exceptionally helpful throughout are stay, the breakfast choices were balanced and plentiful, we did not book for the evening meals in the restaurant, but the staff were helpful in every way.

Cons:

The stairs to the rooms, but as it is an old property then this has to be accepted.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • gb
9
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • gb
7
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent service
Pros:

I booked this for my Granddaughter and partner and they loved the place. The staff were really nice and were very welcoming.

Cons:

A little pricey, but because the service was so good we'll forget that.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee