The King's Head

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.5

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About this property

Situated at the foot of Mount Helvellyn, in the heart of the Lake District, this former 17th century coaching Inn boasts spectacular views toward St Johns in the Vale, Blencathra and Skiddaw. The King's Head Inn is perfectly situated close to the shores of Lake Thirlmere and within easy reach of walking routes, including Helvellyn (right behind the Inn), as well as all the main attractions in the nearby Lake District towns of Windermere, Ambleside and Keswick. With 17 en suite bedrooms, comprising of doubles and twins, all with views of the surrounding fells, the King’s Head also features a Lakeland Speciality Store offering a wide range of local food, drinks and gifts from the finest Cumbrian producers.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely hotel in a beautiful setting with a very friendly & helpful staff team . The rooms are spacious, comfortable & welcoming. There is lots of choice on the breakfast & main menus and the food is excellent and beautifully presented . We will...”
Richard
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What didn't we like should be the question. From the moment we arrived we were impressed the building features an old fashioned welcoming fireplace as soon as you enter with the friendly staff ready to help. The room has everything we needed and...”
Dawson
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff really friendly. Breakfast was excellent and in a great location.”
Pam
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location. Lovely coaching inn. Friendly staff and warm welcome. Food was very good .”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic value for money , great staff & location”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Old with history and clean and comfortable. Rooms were small but clean and nicely furnished. Guinness and food was really good. Staff were great too. Could bag Wainwright fells from the door.”
Sandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff friendly. Clean, warm, comfortable. Food great.”
Daniel
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Old rustic building well-kept and maintained to continue serve travellers of the modern days.”
Johan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Always made to feel welcome. Staff are fabulous. Food really good.”
Jake
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location for exploring. The staff are amazing and really friendly. The food was excellent.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
St John’s Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Group Bookings:

Group bookings are welcome, including hen and stag nights.

If you are planning on bringing your pet, please contact the Inn prior to your arrival.

If any directions are needed you can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details provided in your confirmation.