The Kings Arms Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (816 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 816 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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Joan • couple • gb
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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rice • couple • gb
10
would stay again
Pros:

Staff was very helpful all friendly. the Lady who served Breakfast was helpful and pleasant very pleased with my stay.

Cons:

I was very happy with my stay

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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alan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Room very c0mf0rtable

Double shower

Bathroom spacious

Breakfast ecellent

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Check in and staff very good. Room was a superior upgrade? No air con and bathroom window had a busted stay.
But the Breakfast was superbly presented and the food was plenty & very tasty. I had the Haddock & Poached eggs.

Cons:

Nothing, but the room was very warm.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything about this hotel was perfect we couldn't have chosen a better place

Cons:

Very comfortable food was excellent

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • gb
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
9
We had a wonderful time
Pros:

Breakfast was outstanding, bed was really comfortable pillows were comfortable, the little touches in the room were lovely

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Comfortable bed, modern, well equipped shower room, excellent breakfast and helpful staff.

Great central location in Kendal.

Cons:

Pub like atmosphere with nowhere quiet to spread a map out.

Sticky tables in restaurant (being fixed after the wrong varnish was used).

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Haley • couple • gb
7
Adequate but not exceptional
Pros:

Staff were friendly. Food was adequate. Location very good.

Cons:

Room was smaller than expected and quite basic. Parking was too far away for people with disabilities having to carry cases etc.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • au
4
If you want a nice peaceful place to stay it’s not here!
Pros:

The bedroom was very clean and comfortable. Nicely decorated.

Cons:

The noise was horrendous. Granted the hotel is on a very busy square in the centre. The noise was right into the early hours then you had market traders setting up at 5am banging poles around and dragging cages up the square. It was not a restful relaxing place to stay. I had visited this place a few years ago and it was a pretty nice pub. Now it’s very tired and dirty looking. I didn’t find the bar and lounge area a nice place to be in. The bar staff and reception staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was right up the top and we had lots of bags to go up a very narrow windy staircase no lift

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • couple • gb
8
Walk. Pub. Bike.
Pros:

Surprised me how nice the room was tbh. Good location in the town centre near all the pubs and bars.

Cons:

Bathroom was a little basic and had an electric shower.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Lovely room, well thought out. Food was excellent, staff very friendly and attentive.

Cons:

There was nothing I didn’t like

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Dee • couple • gb
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • gb
8
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
Pros:

very good breakfast cooked the way you ask them to wel done plenty variety

Cons:

every thing spot on

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
5
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Jack • couple • gb
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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veronese • couple • gb
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee