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4-star hotels in Penrith
A shortlist of 4-star hotels in and around Penrith, from town-centre guest houses to lakeside inns, chosen for travellers who want a reliable, well-rated base for the Lake District, the Eden Valley and the northern fells.
Staying in Penrith
Penrith is a historic market town and a gateway to the Lake District, with the ruins of Penrith Castle in its centre and Ullswater a short drive away. The town centre is convenient for shops, restaurants and the railway station, while the surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling routes, the Eden Valley and the North Pennines. Many of the hotels on this shortlist sit outside the town itself, in villages and hamlets along the Ullswater and Greystoke roads.
The addresses show how the list spreads out: The Brantwood Hotel at Stainton and Sockbridge Mill Bed and Breakfast at Sockbridge Tirril are closest to the centre, The Boot and Shoe and Stafford House Guest House are at Greystoke, The White House Guest House is at Clifton, and The Inn On The Lake and The Ullswater Inn sit at Glenridding on Ullswater. Couples and walkers will find the lake and village inns appealing, families are served by the hotels with family rooms and playgrounds, and business travellers can look to the larger hotels with front desks, meeting space and spa facilities.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Mardale Inn
The Mardale Inn Bampton, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA 4-star inn in Bampton, 9.1 km from Penrith, where 142 guests have rated it 4.9 out of 5. Fishing and canoeing are on hand, and the restaurant and picnic area suit days that begin and end outdoors. Pets are allowed, so the dog can come along, and free car parking makes the drive easy. Couples and small groups who want quiet countryside and high guest satisfaction will feel at home here.
See The Mardale InnThe Boot and Shoe
Greystoke, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet in Greystoke, 6.1 km from Penrith, this 4-star inn has a garden, a terrace and a restaurant with special diets, plus darts for the evening. Guests travelling with dogs are welcome, and parking is free. With 1,163 reviews and a rating of 4.6 out of 5, it is a well-tested base for walkers and families exploring the area around Penrith.
See The Boot and ShoeThe Kings Arms Temple Sowerby
Temple Sowerby, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThis 4-star inn in Temple Sowerby, 12.5 km from Penrith, offers a garden, a terrace and a lounge, along with family rooms and fishing nearby. Pets are allowed, and parking is available. A rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 317 reviews points to a steady, comfortable stay for families and guests who prefer a village setting with a restaurant on site.
See The Kings Arms Temple SowerbyThe Brantwood Hotel
Stainton, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereOnly 1.3 km from Penrith, this 4-star hotel in Stainton combines a restaurant, a bar and a garden with family rooms and room service. Breakfast is served, and there is free car parking. Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 284 guests, it suits travellers who want to be close to town yet return to quiet grounds and a picnic area.
See The Brantwood HotelThe Inn On The Lake
Lake Ullswater Glenridding, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOn Lake Ullswater at Glenridding, 13.8 km from Penrith, this 4-star hotel has lake and garden settings, a restaurant and a terrace. Canoeing, horse riding and mini golf keep active guests busy, and there is a playground for children. Pets are allowed and parking is free. A rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1,772 reviews reflects its popularity with families and outdoor travellers.
See The Inn On The LakeNorth Lakes Hotel And Spa
Ullswater Road, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel on Ullswater Road, 3.6 km from Penrith, with an indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, fitness centre and massage. Families are catered for with family rooms, and a restaurant, bar and free car parking are on site. Rated 4.4 out of 5 by 2,071 guests, it fits travellers who want spa and leisure facilities within easy reach of the town.
See North Lakes Hotel And SpaTymparon Hall
Newbiggen Staintonpenrithengland Ca11 0Hs, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTymparon Hall is a 4-star property 3.6 km from Penrith with a garden, conference halls and a restaurant. Lifts, hairdryers and free car parking are provided, and the hotel is non-smoking throughout. Pets are not allowed. A rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 40 reviews suggests a calm choice for guests visiting for meetings or a quiet stay near town.
See Tymparon HallThe Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group
Glenridding, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereIn Glenridding, 13.9 km from Penrith, this 4-star inn has a restaurant, bar and terrace, with family rooms and special diets available. Pets are allowed, parking is provided and there is a picnic area. Express check-in speeds up arrival. Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 856 reviews, it works for guests who want a lakeside village base for exploring the area.
See The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection GroupStafford House Guest House
Greystoke, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA 4-star guest house in Greystoke, 6.2 km from Penrith, with a garden, free WiFi and free car parking. Fishing, horse riding, sailing and surfing are among the activities nearby, and wheelchair access is available. Bookings may involve a surcharge. It suits active guests who want outdoor pursuits and a quiet village location within a short drive of Penrith.
See Stafford House Guest HouseThe White House Guest House
Clifton, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThis 4-star guest house in Clifton, 5 km from Penrith, offers a garden, a fireplace and family rooms, with golf nearby. Bathrobes and slippers are provided, pets are allowed, and parking is free. Picnic area and laundry service add convenience. It suits couples and families who want comfortable rooms and easy access to the surrounding countryside.
See The White House Guest HouseBrandelhow Guest House
1 Portland Pl Penrith Ca11 7Qn Uk, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereBrandelhow Guest House is a 4-star, non-smoking property on Portland Place, 4.7 km from Penrith, with breakfast served and free car parking. A reception area is available and credit cards are accepted. Its small set of facilities keeps things simple for guests who want a straightforward, well-placed base for visiting Penrith and the northern Lakes.
See Brandelhow Guest HouseYha Dufton
Redstones Appleby In Westmorland Dufton Ca16 6Db Uk, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereYHA Dufton is a 4-star hostel 20.4 km from Penrith, with breakfast, a restaurant, laundry service and parking. The location in Dufton puts guests in the countryside south-east of town. It suits walkers and groups who want simple, well-equipped accommodation and easy access to the surrounding fells rather than a town-centre stay.
See Yha DuftonMacdonald Leeming House
Watermillock Nr Penrith, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereMacdonald Leeming House is a 4-star hotel at Watermillock, 6.9 km from Penrith, with lake and garden surroundings, a restaurant and a bar. Balconies, patios and room service are available, along with a golf course and canoeing. Pets are allowed, parking is free, and public transport is accessible. It suits guests seeking a country-house stay by the water.
See Macdonald Leeming HouseBlue Swallow Guesthouse
11 Victoria Rd Penrith Ca11 8Hr Uk, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Internet access
Why stay hereBlue Swallow Guesthouse is a 4-star, non-smoking property on Victoria Road, 4.4 km from Penrith, with parking and luggage storage. A golf course is nearby.
See Blue Swallow GuesthouseSockbridge Mill Bed and Breakfast
Sockbridge Tirril, Penrith, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSockbridge Mill Bed and Breakfast is a 4-star property in Tirril, 1.4 km from Penrith, with a garden and terrace and breakfast served in a dedicated dining setup. Special diets are catered for, parking is free and WiFi is available. It suits couples who want a quiet countryside base within easy reach of Penrith.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mardale Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 9.1 km |
| The Boot and Shoe | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 6.1 km |
| The Kings Arms Temple Sowerby | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 12.5 km |
| The Brantwood Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 1.3 km |
| The Inn On The Lake | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 13.8 km |
| North Lakes Hotel And Spa | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 3.6 km |
| Tymparon Hall | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.6 km |
| The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 13.9 km |
| Stafford House Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 6.2 km |
| The White House Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 5.0 km |
| Brandelhow Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 4.7 km |
| Yha Dufton | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 20.4 km |
| Macdonald Leeming House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.9 km |
| Blue Swallow Guesthouse | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 4.4 km |
| Sockbridge Mill Bed and Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 1.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
The Brantwood Hotel, North Lakes Hotel And Spa, The Inn On The Lake and The Ullswater Inn all list family rooms. North Lakes Hotel And Spa adds an indoor pool, while The Inn On The Lake has a playground and mini golf. The Ullswater Inn and The Brantwood Hotel offer cots, and The Brantwood Hotel also provides breakfast in room.
The Brantwood Hotel · North Lakes Hotel And Spa · The Inn On The Lake · The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group
For pets
Several of them also have gardens, terraces or picnic areas, which suits travellers exploring the fells and lakes with a dog.
The Mardale Inn · The Boot and Shoe · The Kings Arms Temple Sowerby · The Inn On The Lake · The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group · The White House Guest House
Top-rated picks
The Mardale Inn holds the highest guest rating on the list, followed by Tymparon Hall, The Boot and Shoe and The Kings Arms Temple Sowerby. All four are 4-star properties with restaurants, and The Mardale Inn and The Kings Arms Temple Sowerby also have restaurants and bars for evening meals without leaving the grounds.
The Mardale Inn · Tymparon Hall · The Boot and Shoe · The Kings Arms Temple Sowerby
Closest to the centre
For the shortest distance to Penrith town centre, The Brantwood Hotel, Sockbridge Mill Bed and Breakfast, North Lakes Hotel And Spa and Blue Swallow Guesthouse are the nearest 4-star options on this list. All four offer parking, and North Lakes Hotel And Spa adds a spa, pool and fitness centre.
The Brantwood Hotel · Sockbridge Mill Bed and Breakfast · North Lakes Hotel And Spa · Blue Swallow Guesthouse
Where to stay in Penrith
Glenridding
Glenridding sits at the southern end of Ullswater, one of the most scenic lakes in the region, and is a base for lakeside walks and boat trips. The Inn On The Lake has lake views, a garden and a playground, while The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group is a village inn with a bar, terrace and family rooms.
Our picks here: The Inn On The Lake · The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group
Greystoke
Greystoke is a village west of Penrith, surrounded by countryside and useful for walkers heading into the fells and the Eden Valley. The Boot and Shoe is a 4-star inn with a restaurant, bar, garden and darts, while Stafford House Guest House offers free parking and free wifi for guests.
Our picks here: The Boot and Shoe · Stafford House Guest House
Stainton
Stainton lies close to Penrith, making it convenient for the town centre and the railway station on the West Coast Main Line. The Brantwood Hotel is a 4-star option here with a restaurant, bar, garden and family rooms, plus breakfast in room and room service.
Our picks here: The Brantwood Hotel
Questions, answered
Which hotels on this list allow pets?
The Mardale Inn, The Boot and Shoe, The Kings Arms Temple Sowerby, The Inn On The Lake, The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group, The White House Guest House and Macdonald Leeming House all list pets allowed. Several of these also have gardens, terraces or picnic areas.
Do the hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at The Mardale Inn, The Boot and Shoe, The Brantwood Hotel, The Inn On The Lake, North Lakes Hotel And Spa, Tymparon Hall, Stafford House Guest House, The White House Guest House, Brandelhow Guest House and Macdonald Leeming House. Other hotels list parking without specifying a charge.
Which hotel is best for families?
North Lakes Hotel And Spa lists family rooms, a cot, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The Inn On The Lake adds a playground and mini golf, and The Brantwood Hotel and The Ullswater Inn also have family rooms, with cots at The Brantwood Hotel.
Which hotel is closest to Penrith town centre?
The Brantwood Hotel at Stainton is 1.3 km from the centre, followed by Sockbridge Mill Bed and Breakfast at 1.4 km. North Lakes Hotel And Spa on Ullswater Road is 3.6 km away, and Blue Swallow Guesthouse is 4.4 km away.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
The Mardale Inn holds the highest guest rating at 4.9 out of 5 from 142 reviews. Tymparon Hall follows at 4.7 from 40 reviews, and The Boot and Shoe and The Kings Arms Temple Sowerby are both rated 4.6.
Do any hotels have a pool or spa?
North Lakes Hotel And Spa is the only hotel on this list with a spa and an indoor pool, and it also lists a sauna, jacuzzi, massage and fitness centre. It sits 3.6 km from Penrith town centre on Ullswater Road.
Is Penrith a good base for walking?
Yes, Penrith is a popular base for walkers, with easy access to the Lakeland fells, the Eden Valley and the North Pennines. Several hotels on this list, including The Boot and Shoe at Greystoke and The Inn On The Lake at Glenridding, sit in walking country.
How far is Penrith from the Lake District?
Penrith is just outside the Lake District National Park, with the northern lakes like Ullswater only a short drive away. The Inn On The Lake and The Ullswater Inn The Inn Collection Group are both at Glenridding on Ullswater.