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4- and 5-star hotels in Whitehaven
A shortlist of four- and five-star hotels in Whitehaven, Cumbria. It is for travellers who want a base for the western Lake District, the Cumbrian coast or a business stop, and who prefer a star rating of 4 or 5.
Staying in Whitehaven
Whitehaven sits on the Cumbrian coast, a Georgian port town with a harbour and a grid of old streets. It is a practical base for the western Lake District: Ennerdale, Wasdale and the Eskdale valley are within reach, and the coast itself has walks and sea views. The town has a compact centre, and the surrounding villages are mostly quiet and rural.
These hotels sit in and around Whitehaven. In the town are Georgian House Hotel on Church Street and Harbourside Apartment on Duke Street. Moresby Hall and Croft Hill Guest House are at Moresby, just to the south. The Old School and William Court Cottage are at Irton; Rowan Cottage is on Station Road, and Peel Place Noddle is at Eskdale. Bridge End Farm Cottages, Fell Foot and The Old School are self-catering or small-scale places with parking, best for couples, families and longer stays by car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Moresby Hall
Moresby, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereMoresby Hall is the only 5-star address on this list, and guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 201 reviews. Sea views, a garden and a restaurant make it an easy base if you want to eat in, while free car parking and free wifi remove the practical worries. Pets are allowed, and family rooms plus wheelchair access suit mixed groups. A fitting choice for travellers who want the highest class in Whitehaven without leaving the coast.
See Moresby HallGeorgian House Hotel
8 11 Church Street, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet on Church Street in central Whitehaven, Georgian House Hotel holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 257 reviews, the largest guest following here. Breakfast can be taken in the room, and a restaurant and bar cover the rest of the day. Express check in and room service keep arrivals and evenings simple. Best for couples or solo visitors who would rather walk to town than drive.
See Georgian House HotelThe Old School
Irton, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereThe Old School sits in Irton and carries a perfect 5.0 out of 5 from 41 reviews, the highest rating among these hotels. Its restaurant and bar mean you can eat without leaving the building, and a business centre makes it workable for a trip that mixes work with the western Lakes. Suited to guests who value a quiet, highly rated stay over a central address.
See The Old SchoolBridge End Farm Cottages
Bridge End Farm, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBridge End Farm Cottages in Whitehaven scores 4.5 out of 5 from 39 reviews and is built for self-catering groups. Kitchens and kitchenettes, a washing machine and a dishwasher take care of long stays, while a garden, terrace and picnic area give children room to run. Pets are welcome and family rooms are available. Choose it if you want cottage space and river surroundings rather than a hotel room.
See Bridge End Farm CottagesCroft Hill Guest House
Croft Hill Quality Corner Moresby, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCroft Hill Guest House stands at Quality Corner in Moresby with free wifi and free car parking, so arriving by car is straightforward. A garden and a golf course on site give the stay its character. Non smoking rooms throughout. With no guest rating recorded yet, it suits travellers who prefer a small guest house and are happy to judge for themselves.
See Croft Hill Guest HouseWilliam Court Cottage
Irton Hall Irton, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereWilliam Court Cottage at Irton Hall is a 4-star cottage with a fireplace, garden and full kitchen, plus cots and high chairs for families. Pets are allowed and parking is free. A washing machine and dishwasher make a week here feel like home. No guest rating is recorded, so it is one for guests who want space and self-sufficiency near Irton.
See William Court CottagePeel Place Noddle
Peel Place Noddle Eskdale, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay herePeel Place Noddle in Eskdale pairs a jacuzzi with a fireplace, a kitchen and a garden, giving a 4-star cottage stay with room to spread out. Cots and high chairs are provided, pets are allowed and parking is free. There is a golf course for guests who want a round. No guest rating is listed, which leaves the decision to your own priorities.
See Peel Place NoddleRowan Cottage
4 Rowan Terrace Station Road, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRowan Cottage on Station Road is a 4-star base with a beach nearby and fishing within reach, so days out are coastal rather than urban. Inside there is a kitchen with oven, microwave and toaster, plus a garden and a washing machine. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It has no recorded guest rating, and suits guests who want a practical cottage near the water.
See Rowan CottageFell Foot
Fell Foot Santon Bridge, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFell Foot at Santon Bridge offers a jacuzzi and fireplace alongside a kitchen, garden and a beach nearby, with fishing also on hand. Cots and high chairs cover young children, pets are allowed and parking is free. This 4-star cottage has no guest rating yet, making it a pick for travellers who want a spacious self-catering stay in the western Lake District.
See Fell FootHarbourside Apartment
9 Pears House Duke Street, Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereHarbourside Apartment on Duke Street adds a balcony, terrace and sea views to its 4-star self-catering setup, with a lift and wheelchair access for easier movement. A kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher handles meals, and a garage plus free car parking solve the car. There is a beach nearby and a golf course. No guest rating is recorded; ideal for guests wanting harbour-side space.
See Harbourside Apartment
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moresby Hall | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Georgian House Hotel | ★★★★ | – | – |
| The Old School | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Bridge End Farm Cottages | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Croft Hill Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| William Court Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Peel Place Noddle | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Rowan Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Fell Foot | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Harbourside Apartment | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Bridge End Farm Cottages, William Court Cottage, Peel Place Noddle and Fell Foot all provide family rooms, cots and high chairs, plus kitchens and laundry facilities. They are self-catering, so families can keep their own routine.
Bridge End Farm Cottages · William Court Cottage · Peel Place Noddle · Fell Foot
For pets
Moresby Hall, Bridge End Farm Cottages, William Court Cottage, Peel Place Noddle, Rowan Cottage and Fell Foot all allow pets. That makes them the choice for guests travelling with a dog, whether in the town or in the surrounding villages. The cottages also have gardens or outside space.
Moresby Hall · Bridge End Farm Cottages · William Court Cottage · Peel Place Noddle · Rowan Cottage · Fell Foot
Top-rated stays
The Old School has a perfect guest rating of 5.0 from 41 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. Moresby Hall and Georgian House Hotel both score 4.7, Moresby Hall from 201 reviews and Georgian House Hotel from 257.
Town centre base
Georgian House Hotel is a 4-star with a restaurant and room service; Harbourside Apartment has a balcony, sea views and lift access. Both suit short breaks without a car.
Where to stay in Whitehaven
Moresby
Moresby is a small place just south of Whitehaven, with quiet lanes and open country. Moresby Hall is a 5-star country house with a garden and restaurant; Croft Hill Guest House is a smaller 4-star with a garden and golf course nearby. Both are for guests who prefer a rural setting close to town.
Our picks here: Moresby Hall · Croft Hill Guest House
Irton
Irton sits to the south-east of Whitehaven, on the edge of the western fells and within reach of Eskdale. The Old School is a 4-star with a bar and restaurant, and William Court Cottage is a self-catering cottage with a garden. It suits guests who want quiet and easy access to the valleys.
Our picks here: The Old School · William Court Cottage
Eskdale
Eskdale is a valley to the east of Whitehaven, known for its scenery and walks. Peel Place Noddle is a 4-star cottage at Noddle with a garden, a Jacuzzi and parking. It is a base for guests who want to be in the valley rather than in the town, and pets are allowed.
Our picks here: Peel Place Noddle
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Whitehaven is on the Cumbrian coast, and the site lists places to stay there without giving transport details. Georgian House Hotel and Harbourside Apartment are in the town, on Church Street and Duke Street. The other properties are in Moresby, Irton, Eskdale, Santon Bridge and on Station Road, so a car is useful for reaching them. Free car parking is available at Moresby Hall, Bridge End Farm Cottages, Croft Hill Guest House, William Court Cottage, Peel Place Noddle, Rowan Cottage, Fell Foot and Harbourside Apartment.
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Whitehaven?
Georgian House Hotel is on Church Street in Whitehaven, and Harbourside Apartment is on Duke Street in the town.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
No hotel on this shortlist lists a pool or spa. Peel Place Noddle and Fell Foot each have a Jacuzzi. Moresby Hall has a garden, restaurant and bar; Georgian House Hotel has a restaurant, bar and room service; The Old School has a bar and restaurant.
Which hotels allow pets?
Moresby Hall, Bridge End Farm Cottages, William Court Cottage, Peel Place Noddle, Rowan Cottage and Fell Foot all allow pets. The others do not list pets among their facilities.
Is parking available?
Free car parking is listed at Moresby Hall, Bridge End Farm Cottages, Croft Hill Guest House, William Court Cottage, Peel Place Noddle, Rowan Cottage, Fell Foot and Harbourside Apartment. Georgian House Hotel and The Old School do not list parking.
Which is the best-rated hotel on this shortlist?
The Old School has a guest rating of 5.0 from 41 reviews. Moresby Hall and Georgian House Hotel both score 4.7, from 201 and 257 reviews. Bridge End Farm Cottages has 4.5 from 39 reviews.
Which hotels are good for families?
Bridge End Farm Cottages, William Court Cottage, Peel Place Noddle and Fell Foot list family rooms, cots and high chairs, with kitchens and laundry facilities. They are self-catering and have free car parking.
Do any hotels have sea views?
Moresby Hall and Harbourside Apartment both list sea views. Harbourside Apartment also has a balcony and terrace, and is on Duke Street in Whitehaven.
Are there hotels with a restaurant on site?
Moresby Hall, Georgian House Hotel and The Old School all list a restaurant. Georgian House Hotel also offers breakfast, breakfast in room and room service. The cottages and apartments have kitchens instead.