The Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1251 reviews)
26 Main Street , Kirkby Lonsdale , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Parking issues
Room comfort could be better
Cleanliness concerns in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.89
Some reviews mentioned a bit of dust in the rooms and a slight odor in one room.
Service
8.86
Reviews consistently praised the friendly and attentive staff.
Location
8.9
Location was frequently highlighted as a strong point, being central and charming.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were generally comfortable, but one review mentioned that the bed could be comfier.
Amenities
8.38
Standard amenities with some suggestions for improvement like adding an armchair.
Value for Money
8.34
Generally good value but some felt parking fees could be considered.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Breakfast received high praise, though one drink had an additional charge.
Overall Experience
8.36
Guests expressed a desire to return, indicating a positive overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 22:09

Property Description

Charming 3-Star Accommodation in Kirkby Lonsdale

Convenient Amenities: The Royal Hotel boasts a shared lounge, a restaurant, and a bar for guests to unwind and socialize. Enjoy the convenience of room service, luggage storage, and complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Comfortable Rooms: Each room at The Royal Hotel features a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and cozy bed linen and towels, ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Explore the Area: Situated near various attractions, guests can explore Trough of Bowland, Kendal Castle, and Cathedral Church of St Peter. For outdoor enthusiasts, cycling activities are available in the picturesque surroundings of Kirkby Lonsdale.

Book your stay at The Royal Hotel for a delightful experience in Kirkby Lonsdale.

Important information:

Please note that Pets are only allowed in certain rooms in the hotel. Please contact us prior to making your reservation to ensure a dog friendly room is available.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

8.5
Based on 1251 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.89
Service: 8.86
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Jilly couple gb
8
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
8
Good
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

A bit expensive

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Gillian couple gb
10
Pros:

The breakfast was amazing, quick, hot and super tasty

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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MELVYN family_with_children gb
9
Pros:

Perfect no complaints

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Laura- Jayne family_with_children gb
8
Pleasant stuff clean and a beautiful room, thank you
Pros:

I think the room was phenomenal was really pretty and it was just where we needed it to be

Cons:

We had it booked for the weekend, but there was a severe weather warning and was concerned it wasn’t within the 48 hour cancellation policy but felt like something could’ve been done. We didn’t want to lose the money. We just wanted to reschedule. Could there have been any leeway with this? But that was the only thing I would say would let us down without experience.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple gb
6
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Jane extended_group gb
7
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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carol couple gb
10
A lovey stay in a warm friendly hotel
Pros:

The welcoming staff, lovely food , friendly atmosphere and beautiful rooms bar and restaurant. Perfect location

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Helen couple gb
9
Lovely location and delicious meals, young female staff are highly efficient and polite - common parts of hotel need som
Pros:

Lovely location- the young female staff are excellent. Excellent meals and breakfast.

Cons:

Common parts need redecorating - carpet to bedroom, wallpaper in dining area - some staff could have looked smarter and been a bit more polite perhaps ?

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller gb
6
Price reflected the quality
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Tired

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Anna couple gb
9
2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Ashlee solo_traveller us
7
2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
8
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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paul couple gb
9
Pros:

breakfast good

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Jayne couple gb
10
Very pleasant hotel and hardworking staff. Evening meal/breakfast was superb. Comfy beds.
Pros:

The size of our room (11) was perfect. Lovely views from the windows. I left a few items of clothing in our room and the reception phoned me and I had only just set off so returned to the hotel to collect my items I had left in the wardrobe!!!
The breakfast was excellent, our evening meal on Friday was superb. We have been coming here for 12 years now and really enjoy KL.

Cons:

There was nothing I didnt like and nothing I could think of to be improved.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Kevin solo_traveller gb
8
Enjoyable,restful and with a superb lebel if service - particular shout out to Melissa who nade the whole stay just that
Pros:

Location, ambience and feel - staff were excellent food very fine and generally an enjoyable and positive experience - would certainly stay here agsin

Cons:

Decor and furnishings felt a little tired and dated eg 2x really comfortable wing back fireside chairs in the room but both had tears to the arms with stuffing sticking out.no hooks for coats dressing gowns etc minor irritations compensated fir by the staff and general feel if the hotel

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Collette couple gb
10
2026-03-22 via Nuitee
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Damien couple gb
7
2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
8
Pros:

Good Breakfast, good dinner, comfy room. great staff , bad parking.

Cons:

All ws fine.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee