Lake District Castle Inn Hotel & Spa (Bassenthwaite, GB) from 63 £/night

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Lake District Castle Inn Hotel & Spa - Bassenthwaite

Near Keswick, Bassenthwaite, United Kingdom, CA12 4RG·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.1Great

Location8.8

Staff8.7

Free WiFi8.6

Cleanliness8.5

Comfort8.4

Who stays here

Couples50%

Families36%

Groups9%

Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.1Great

Location8.8

Staff8.7

Free WiFi8.6

Cleanliness8.5

Comfort8.4

Who stays here

Couples50%

Families36%

Groups9%

Solo5%

Historic coaching inn with spa, lake views, and AA rosette dining in Bassenthwaite

Dining

The Castle Inn Tavern holds AA rosette awarded dining, offering a menu with options like sirloin steak with stilton sauce and vegetable curry. Breakfast is served from 7am with a buffet and cooked-to-order items, including poached eggs. The restaurant also provides kid-friendly buffet options and special diet menus upon request.

Wellness & Leisure

The hotel's leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and a hot tub or jacuzzi. Guests also have access to a fitness centre, tennis courts, and a games room with board games and puzzles. Spa packages are available, with treatments such as full body massages and foot baths.

Family & Pets

Family rooms are spacious, with options like the Family Room Sleeps 4 that includes a TV with Netflix and Disney+ sign-in. An indoor play area and board games are available for children. Pet-friendly rooms come with additional amenities for dogs, and the hotel grounds include a large garden for walks.

Business & Events

Dedicated conference facilities at Lake District Castle Inn Hotel & Spa can accommodate events of up to 200 delegates. Meeting and banquet facilities are complemented by services like fax or photocopying and express check-in or check-out. The hotel also offers electric vehicle charging stations and ample free parking.

Location & Grounds

Set beneath England's highest fells, the hotel offers large gardens with views over Skiddaw and Bassenthwaite Lake reachable within a 15-minute walk. The bus stop directly outside provides access to Keswick town centre and surrounding attractions. Nearby walks include trails around Bassenthwaite Lake and the Lake District National Park.

Location: 15-minute walk to Bassenthwaite Lake, beneath England's highest fells
Rooms: Premium bedding and 24-hour room service in pet-friendly rooms
Dining: AA rosette awarded dining in the Castle Inn Tavern
Wellness: Indoor pool, sauna, steam room, fitness centre, tennis courts
Business: Conference facilities for up to 200 delegates
Family: Indoor play area, board games, kids' meals, spacious family rooms

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:00

from 07:00-11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 16.5 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Spanish, Czech, Polish

Building

Year renovated:2008

Number of rooms:45

Former name

Best Western Plus Castle Inn

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Rooms and availability

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Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed1 Double bed

Lake view
Shower
Heating

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Family Room Dog friendly

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed2 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Classic Double Room Disability Access

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Picnic area/ Tables

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Back massage

Head massage

Full body massage

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Hiking
Tennis court
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Board games
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room view

Garden view
Lake view

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Lake District Castle Inn Hotel & Spa

💵 Lowest room price	63 £
📏 Distance to centre	1.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport	50.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Carlisle Lake District, CAX

Location

Near Keswick, Bassenthwaite, United Kingdom, CA12 4RG

Address

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Near Keswick, Bassenthwaite, United Kingdom, CA12 4RG

Map view

Near Keswick, Bassenthwaite, United Kingdom, CA12 4RG

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Park

The Lake District Wildlife Park

1.1 km

Landmark

Bassenthwaite Lake

2.3 km

Landmark

Country Experiences

1.6 km

Landmark

The Lakes Distillery

2.0 km

Landmark

Alpacaly Ever After

2.1 km

Landmark

Dubwath Silver Meadows Nature Reserve

2.4 km

Landmark

Sale Fell

3.6 km

Church

St Bega's Church

4.2 km

Park

Mirehouse

4.7 km

Landmark

The Parish Church of Saint Bega Bassenthwaite

4.2 km

Landmark

Mirehouse & Gardens

4.7 km

Landmark

Dodd Wood

5.0 km

Bassenfell Manor

390 m

Restaurant

Castle Inn Tavern

20 m

Reviews of Lake District Castle Inn Hotel & Spa

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FAQ about Lake District Castle Inn Hotel & Spa

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at Lake District Castle Inn hotel?

During their stay at Lake District Castle Inn hotel guests can visit Bassenthwaite Lake (2.3 km), Mirehouse (4.3 km) as well as The Lake District Wildlife Park (1.1 km) among others.

What is the nearest airport to Lake District Castle Inn?

Carlisle Lake District airport lies within 55 km of Lake District Castle Inn and is reachable with a 48-minute drive.

Can we park our car at the inn?

Yes, the inn provides parking spaces on site.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Unfortunately, the hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated bar Castle Inn Tavern, offering a midrange price point.

Does the excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Lake District Castle Inn hotel?

Guests of the Lake District Castle Inn hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:00 and check out from 07:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.

What room types does the excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn comprise?

The excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn provides such room types as Guest Room, Suite, and Standard Twin Room.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Lake District Castle Inn hotel?

Specific suites at the Lake District Castle Inn hotel boast views of the garden and feature Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and an individual safe for security reasons.

Does the inn offer special amenities for people with disabilities?

Yes, at the inn there are wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities available for guests with special needs.

Does the excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn staff speak foreign languages?

Yes, the staff of the excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn can speak Polish, Czech, Spanish, and English.

Does the inn feature any spa facilities?

Pampering amenities in the inn include a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and an indoor pool.

Is swimming pool available at the excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn?

Yes, the excellent 4-star Lake District Castle Inn features a heated pool.