The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group

Hotels
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Independent
8.4 (90 reviews)
Glenridding, Penrith, England, CA11 0PB , Penrith , GB
44-01768-482228

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Designated smoking area
Outdoor furniture
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location for hiking
Friendly and helpful staff
Good breakfast options
Cons:
Limited parking availability
Poor options for gluten-free dining
No AC in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Some comments noted scuffed and dirty walls.
Service
8.65
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Location
8.95
Great location for access to Helvellyn and Ullswater.
Room Quality
8.45
Spacious rooms but lacking AC.
Amenities
8.15
Some amenities like a fan were available but limited overall.
Value for Money
8.55
Overall, a solid option for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
7.65
Extensive menu but limited options for coeliacs.
Overall Experience
8.65
A generally great stay despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 20:14

Property Description

Picturesque Terrace Views
Take in the stunning views from the terrace at The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group. Just steps away from Ullswater, immerse yourself in the beauty of the national park.

Delightful Dining Experience
Indulge in a satisfying meal at the on-site restaurant, offering delectable dishes to please your palate. Afterward, unwind with a drink at the cozy bar/lounge, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Convenient Amenities
Experience comfort in one of the 56 well-equipped guestrooms, complete with modern conveniences like complimentary wireless internet and flat-screen TVs. The attentive daily housekeeping ensures a pleasant stay.

Book now to elevate your getaway at The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group and create lasting memories amidst the natural splendor of Penrith.

Important information:

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 90 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 7.65
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Julia • couple • gb
7
Lovely break at Ullswater.
Pros:

Great location, lovely room with Lakeside views. Friendly staff.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Location great , great food , lovely staff . Really comfortable beds can't wait to return .

Cons:

One criticism with parking we felt like we couldn't move the car in fear of someone else getting there. . Didn't feel that you should have to go pay for parking if you're staying in the hotel .

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
9
Great stay
Pros:

Friendly staff. Great breakfast and location. Easy check in/out.

Cons:

Couldn’t park in the carpark as full

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Denise • extended_group • gb
10
Great stay, highly recommend.
Pros:

Great location, staff were fabulous, room was clean and easily accessible; food was excellent, everything about the property was great 👍.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good location ,bit pricey
Pros:

Location is beautiful ,close to steamers and hiking areas

Cons:

Cobwebs in room ,and pillows lot to be desired

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Stayed there a few times. It's a perfect location for setting off on trips or staying local. Hotel is very near Ullswater so not too far to walk. Staff are friendly and helpful, rooms are clean, breakfast was lovely and so was evening meal.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Jane • extended_group • gb
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

It was all well worth the money. Staff were very responsive and keen to help. Couldn’t be better

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • gb
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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judith • family_with_children • us
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Kat the waitress was amazing. So helpful friendly.
Best personal service this year

Cons:

Having to leave

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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neil • couple • gb
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • extended_group • gb
8
Very clean well situated hotel with a great breakfast
Pros:

Location location location

Cons:

We had a room on the second floor and the windows hardly opened so it was too hot and there was no fresh air

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Neda • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

It was in a good location and the room was nice and big. One staff member in the restaurant was really helpful and another one changed our room to one without step access which was very appreciated.

Cons:

The room was over 30 degrees for the duration of our stay which made it really uncomfortable especially with having a small baby.
Really difficult to navigate through the pub with a pram and intoxicated patrons. Not able to park anywhere near the hotel. The car park across the road is quite far away. Apart from one member of staff who was really helpful and kind the ones in the restaurant were unhelpful and inconsiderate and made things harder for us than they needed to be.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • couple • gb
6
Fair expectation and fair result. 6/10
Pros:

Tidy room, nice location, helpful staff.

Cons:

Very busy breakfast and cramped, room too stuffy/not enough ventilation, TV did not work at all with terrible signal

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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kevin • family_with_children • gb
7
Cons:

There was not enough staff to cope with a full hotel, long wait for food and drink. Staff were great, but stretched

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Rob • solo_traveller • gb
4
Not worth £200 a night
Pros:

Location was stunning, staff we interacted with were friendly.

Cons:

The room I stayed in ( 17) was stifling, no fan or air con, extractor fan in the bathroom didn't work, the shower put half the water down the wall, TV had no reception so was unwatchable. The serve yourself breakfast was a bit of a farce, I went in at 0900hrs, there was no check by the staff to see if I was a resident, there seemed far more people sat having breakfast than there are beds in the hotel! No seats left, looked at the hotplate, no eggs, no bacon, no beans, one anemic looking sausage and loads of people asking where all the milk was. It might of all got replenished but I didnt hang around to find out, now you might think well why not flag any of this up to the staff, butt £200 a night you shouldn't have to. Beautiful location but I won't be returning.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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simon • couple • gb
8
Great place to stay for a weekend break in the Lake District
Pros:

Great location, lots of character and charm

Cons:

Some of the staff weren’t very welcoming

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely room - spacious and comfortable

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee