The Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1302 reviews)
26 Main Street , Kirkby Lonsdale , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1302 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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Mckenna • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel in the centre of Kirkby Lonsdale. Very comfortable reception rooms, bar and restaurant. Bed was super comfortable and all staff very friendly and helpful.
The breakfast was exceptional.
Would definitely recommend a stay at this historic hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • gb
9
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • gb
8
Loved our stay as always in this beautiful town
Pros:

Been coming to Kirkby Lonsdale for a lot of years and stayed at The Royal many times.
Lovely hotel.

Cons:

The room we stayed in is getting a little tired, particularly the bathroom. Around the window is very mouldy and is in need of replacement. Also, when advertising this room the bath/shower should be expkained fully that it is 3 steps up to the bath/shower with a very deep bath. This could make it difficult for older people to use.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Les • couple • gb
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Lilley • couple • gb
9
Very comfortable and enjoyable. Would stay there again.
Pros:

Helpful staff member on desk booked us in and helped us in securing our tandem in a safe place overnight.
He was also very pleasant together with his young trainee waiter throughout our evening meal service.
The food was good, my meal in particular.
Room was very comfortable and well-equipped. We had an electric portable fan in our room - which was essential given our room overheating owing to the direction it faced and the overwhelming external temperatures. In truth, air conditioning would have been more appropriate.

Cons:

One of the two Georgian windows in our bedroom was sealed shut and the second had limited opening. Given the extremely high temperature / humidity it would have been much better to have improved ventilation.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • gb
1
Purpose for our stay here was to be close to a wedding venue at evening Due to inadequate shower not regulated for cool
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Inadequate shower

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
10
Very relaxing
Pros:

Decor / atmosphere/ food / service

Cons:

No
Mini fridge / no air con/ pillows very soft

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • ch
10
J have stayed here before (several years ago) and I think it has improved
Pros:

Great location, good food and service, good room

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Aileen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location perfect ,the room was comfortable ,loved the plug bath.
Breakfast plenty choice and hot

Cons:

Parking was expensive for over night.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Erika • couple • es
10
Gente peoole and very nice decoración
Pros:

The ubicación

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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JACQUELINE • extended_group • gb
9
Enjoyed our stay & would stay again, just need to open the windows
Pros:

The location was great, very central.
Breakfast was fantastic really good choice.

Cons:

We felt the bed was a little too soft, our room was extremely hot & we couldn’t open one window.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Dalby • couple • gb
10
Comfortable, friendly, value for money and clean
Pros:

The
Oft to the top floor
Clean through out
Good value
Brilliant breakfast

Cons:

Parking could have been an issue as the square had a function

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
7
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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LORRAINE • couple • gb
8
Lovely location. Good breakfast . Comfortable beds.
Pros:

Lovely interiors . Friendly staff . Good breakfast. Ideal location

Cons:

Sunken Bath/ shower in room 8 , 3 steps up to it then a drop down to it to put plug in , then as only small could not reach taps on wall from bath shower so had to climb out onto a tiled surface . Bath was square with shower above so more like a plunge bath but an accident waiting to happen with wet tiles. Mentioned at hotel and are aware , apparently 2 rooms have this set up. If you are tall not so much of an issue but after a hot day it was an issue.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • gb
8
Modernized hotel at the centre of lovely village in N Lancs.
Pros:

Located at the centre of very pretty village. Has been refurbished in an exotic colonial style. Restaurant and breakfast was very good.

Cons:

Wifi was weak/patchy in bedroom. No parking at hotel.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • gb
10
Consistently Consistent
Pros:

Have stayed here several times and always impressed :great food and drink plus Kirkby Lonsdale Brewery Tap is next door so that’s a WinWin

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Vivienne Howell • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfy but expensive...
Pros:

Location, views, atmosphere & service...

Cons:

Curtains in the room were badly frayed and perished...
Definitely only worth a max of £120 definitely not £175...

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Katie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

We loved the breakfast

Cons:

Alcohol was expensive

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee