The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (660 reviews)
Great Langdale , Great Langdale , gb
+44 15394 37213

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Few cobwebs
Bathroom mirror light not working
Loo roll holder coming off wall

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Few cobwebs found in the bedroom but overall clean.
Service
9.1
Staff were friendly and effective, overall great service.
Location
9.64
Superb location, ideal for exploring the Langdale Valley.
Room Quality
8.59
Comfortable and well-equipped rooms with character.
Amenities
8.12
Standard amenities, but cozy atmosphere especially in winter.
Value for Money
8.58
Good value considering location and comfort.
Food and Beverage
8.63
Good food quality with hearty options.
Overall Experience
8.8
A wonderful and relaxing experience overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 17:59

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Great Langdale

Scenic Surroundings: Nestled in Great Langdale, The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel offers a picturesque retreat with easy access to nearby attractions like World of Beatrix Potter and Derwentwater.

Comfortable Rooms: Each room at the hotel features a cozy ambiance with amenities including a wardrobe, private bathroom with free toiletries, and plush bed linens for a restful stay.

Outdoor Adventures: Guests can explore the stunning surroundings with activities like hiking and cycling, making it an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts.

Experience the beauty of Great Langdale at The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 660 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 8.63
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Stephen • couple • gb
9
Excellent. I love the Old DG and the Langdale Valley ; have visited many, many times since 1972.
Pros:

Location. Historic old pub and hotel. Great walks. Stunning views.

Cons:

Not a dislike but……Service at breakfast on two out of three mornings was slow, due to staff shortages I guess. The third morning was good. And the system for selecting breakfast choices was inefficient- our choice sheet was lost one morning and muddled on another morning, as were several other guests’ lists. A more efficient system would be good - how about a stack of sheets , a pen and a small box on the table near the kitchen door? Guests must take responsibility for completing a sheet anytime the previous day before 11pm, and putting it in the box, chef could pick up all sheets when he/she arrives for work.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Kerys • couple • gb
10
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Chris • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • extended_group • gb
10
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Gerald • solo_traveller • gb
10
Step back in time 🌈
Pros:

We returned again as we enjoyed the quiet, timeless ambience, lovely decor and peace of the Old Dungeon ghyll Hotel.
Please dont update or change it!

The views of mist, mountains shrouded by pouring rain were simply beautiful 😍
Situated in an exceptional location.
Thank you again, lovely staff 😊

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Dean John • couple • gb
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Emily • family_with_children • gb
8
Great location for exploring the lakes and then having a comfortable nights sleep to recover
Pros:

The beds were probably the comfiest we’ve ever slept in. The location is great for exploring the Lakes

Cons:

A fried breakfast deserves a hash brown

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Fantastic location. Great facilities and lovely staff.

Cons:

All good

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Tokarczyk • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

We only stayed for 1 night, but location was great. We had a room with a beautiful mountain view. Staff was very family friendly and helpful, our son is autistic and they were very understanding, also were able to accomodate seperate place for us to have a breakfast, so we didnt have to worry. Definitely recommend.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Svenja • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Eloise • couple • gb
10
Unbeatable location and atmosphere, best vegetarian pie and mash of the whole trip too!
Pros:

Incredible location, great food and the packed lunch was great too! Super comfy beds and room with excellent facilities. Private bathroom opposite the bedroom.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Julian • solo_traveller • gb
9
Excellent!
Pros:

The hotel is in an enviable location for mountain walking and climbing and is of great historic significance in the context of the early days of mountain exploration. There is a lot of artwork around the hotel featuring the area. My room was comfortable and the meals were very good.

Cons:

The public areas could do with a little refurbishment without taking away the olde-worlde charm.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Kat • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Churchill • couple • gb
7
Very convenient pub/hotel in a great setting.
Pros:

Location is ideal for walkers in Great Langdale - it's unnecessary to use your car and you have access to a lot of great walks.
Good, basic food for people doing a lot of exercise! Good variety of choice for breakfast. Our room was pretty cool in hot weather and was reasonably quiet in the evenings. An amazing setting.

Cons:

We had the impression that the staff were under a lot of pressure, leading to minor mistakes and occasional lack of communcation. Packed lunch is unimaginative - chocolate bars are useless in hot weather on the hill, sandwiches quite boring e.g. cheese but no tomato, tuna (?without mayonnaise? - didn't choose this option), ham on its own. Beer excellent, head barman quite rude. Menu quite limited - but you can always walk down to the New DG Hotel, which has a more varied menu.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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CHRISTOPHER • solo_traveller • au
9
Great base for great walks in beautiful scenery
Pros:

Location and friendliness of the staff

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Max • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

A great location for walkers. It was a good, hearty breakfast and I couldn't fault any of the ingredients or service.
I was grateful for the free wifi because there is no mobile phone signal in the valley. There is if you climb out of the valley but it is tough going getting the elevation.
I liked the authentic old-world feel and the staff were all friendly. The only issue I had was the toilet flush handle was loose but it worked when you got the knack.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Noah • couple • gb
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Neale • extended_group • gb
10
Regular visitors to this excellent hotel with a relaxed old fashioned charm with lovely staff and superb location
Pros:

Classic charm

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Trisha • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

The location was breathtaking. The whole atmosphere in the hotel just suited it.
The staff were so kind and tried to help with everything they could. Even trying their best to make the impossible possible in the heat of the time of year.
Food was amazing! No problems with wifi

Cons:

Couldn't fault them on anything at all.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee