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The Derwentwater Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Keswick with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Front of property
Exterior
Dining
Premier Double Room with Lake View | Living area
Manor Classic - 2-Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Room options

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Family Triple Room

Family Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Twin with Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double with Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

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The Derwentwater Hotel, Portinscale, Keswick, England, CA12 5RE

What's nearby

  • Derwentwater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lodore Falls - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk - 18 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 22 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Keswickian Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hope - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Gun - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Derwentwater Hotel

Property highlights
A terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Derwentwater Hotel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Deers Leap Restaurant, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Derwentwater Hotel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 6 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Deers Leap Restaurant
  • Derwent Bar

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 6 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

The Derwentwater Hotel Hotel
The Derwentwater Hotel Keswick
The Derwentwater Hotel Hotel Keswick

Frequently asked questions

Is The Derwentwater Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Derwentwater Hotel?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Derwentwater Hotel on 3 Aug 2025 start from AU$203.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Derwentwater Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 6 per night.

What time is check-in at The Derwentwater Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Derwentwater Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Derwentwater Hotel located?

Situated in Keswick, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Womenrock and Derwentwater. Crosthwaite Church and Cumberland Pencil Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Derwentwater Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 305 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Friendly helpful staff, great location, good food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Staff were really friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Old style hotel but clean and bed comfortable. Nice area to walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great for the money paid , beautiful location, tired decor. Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Good Breakfast Staff friendly and helpful Hotel in need of an upgrade
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

If you stay here, just know that it’s an older space, but it’s also beautiful. They have a great area to gather and games to play. The property has a proper garden area with lots of places to sit. We would absolutely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Just had a great stay at the Derwentwater Hotel and great staff and service. In particular a huge thanks to Ronnie and Amy who went out of their way to take time and assist us getting to a local wedding when all other taxi firms were unavailable due to storms and road closures.. Having excellent staff and friendly check in made the stay enjoyable and we will be returning to the hotel again. Fully recommend this hotel. Thanks all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10

The surrounding gardens lounge nice to sit in. Needs refurbishment and decorating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Really enjoyed my stay, I felt at ease from the get go. Lovely location, beautiful scenery and would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

Property photos bear no resemblance to actual hotel. The hotel needs a lot of investment. Hotel is shabby, dated and needs a refurb. Extremely basic. Good breakfast. Sheets and towels clean. Good parking and easy walk to Keswick town. Right next door to Derwent Hill. Drinks prices very reasonable. Garden is lovely. Ideal for walkers and dog owners. Wouldn't go there to be pampered....
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

A lovely old building in a beautiful setting with views of Derwentwater and the mountains. The staff very friendly and efficient. We have stayed here several times and will again in the future.The dog was welcome too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Lovely hotel, very dated and needs a refurb but for hiking trip was value for money. Beer garden was stunning and lots of grounds to walk over.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

During our short stay we found the staff to be very helpful and courteous
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10

Be warned, the beautiful property you see in the photos of the building in grey brick stone is not where you will be staying. We were completely catfished with the interior and exterior photos shown. That is actually the property across the street and the one we stayed in was very dirty and run down. I would not recommend staying here. I'm surprised Expedia allows those photos to be used when it's not the correct building.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

In a poor state inside ,rooms not serviced . The staff are very pleasant and the grounds are very nice. In a good position to walk into Keswick. The price you pay to stay ,then they want you to pay for parking per night we don’t think is very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

We got stuck in the lift was very funn
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very helpful staff on reception. Great evening meal. Lovely choice and fresh & hot. Excellent service too… Our room overlooked the lake and was fabulous… Whilst the hotel is a little tired the staff were not at all. They were great. A great place for walking around the lake .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

It's a lovely hotel with excellent grounds to walk the dogs in. Although it could do with a paint touch up in places and some TLC The room we had was clean and the bed was comfy. The service was good however they appeared to be short staffed. The young waitress in the dining room serving evening meal works really hard, and she's a credit to the hotel. The food at both breakfast and in the evening was really nice. We would return to this hotel again if staying over in Keswick.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Lovely location and good hotel. Rooms were clean and comfortable, hallways were very noisy/creeky and stairwells were dated. Good bar area and restaurant, with a very good breakfast. Unfortunately the evening meal service was not available, no prior notice was given of this and alternative plans had to be made.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Nice hotel. Staff were really pleasant. Nice bar and garden. Rooms ok. No problems. I would say decoration needed. Down side. Restaurant was quite limited considering nothing around. Set menu, cant eat in bar. Generally no problems
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Staff were really friendly and the location was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10

Beautiful grounds but hotel needs improvement. Public areas scruffy with dirty upholstery, doors and walls. They charge £6 per night to park car which wasn't mentioned when I booked. Lift out of order. My room was cold but radiator did not work. Instant coffee powder at breakfast which you have to make yourself and no fresh fruit. You are asked to choose what you want for dinner within an hour of check in and loud music playing at both dinner and breakfast. Quiet background music would have been much better. On the plus side, staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Managed to get access to our room early. Always a good sign. Hotel and rooms looked very tired. Need freshening up. However it was clean and the breakfast was great. Great value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Overall it was a pleasant stay, the staff were really welcoming and friendly. Great location. Unfortunately no dinner service was available on the evening I arrived although I had requested this on my booking I wasn't informed until I arrived at the hotel. I wasn't particularly impressed at having to pay for parking and the berries at breakfast were still frozen! Other than than it was a really lovely stay, very dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025