Penrith
Shap Wells Hotel
About the Hotel
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love This Hotel
- Shap Wells Hotel is in a secluded valley surrounded by fells
- The property is on the eastern border of the Lake District National Park and is five minutes' drive from the Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Popular Lake District towns Troutbeck, Bowness-on-Windermere and Ambleside are within 45 minutes' drive
Overview
According to The AA Hotel Guide 2018, Shap Wells Hotel "occupies a wonderful secluded position amid trees and waterfalls" in the Cumbrian countryside. Visitors have been coming to the area since the 1800s, when they used to take in the fresh air and bathe in the well waters for their health. Today, the hotel is surrounded by peaceful countryside crossed by bridleways, and woodland that's home to red deer and a colony of red squirrels.
Lowther Castle and Gardens is 20 minutes' drive away. This ruined country house was designed by Robert Smirke, the architect of the British Museum, and has gardens that The Daily Telegraph describes as "glorious". Alternatively, indulge in mint cake in Kendal, which is a 25-minute drive away, or head to Grasmere, which is around 50 minutes' drive away and is popular for its gingerbread and gift shops. The village is renowned for its connections with William Wordsworth; we recommend visiting the poet's former home, Dove Cottage, and the Wordsworth Museum next door. National Trust property Hill Top, the former home of Beatrix Potter, is an hour's drive.
The Birkbeck Restaurant serves à la carte and set-menu dining options, and carvery lunches are served every Wednesday and Sunday from 12pm-2.30pm. The Art Deco Riverside Lounge and Bar boasts views of the beck and the surrounding fells. You can also unwind in the Salterwath and Fell Bar lounges, or in the hotel foyer, which has a roaring log fire.
There is a games room with a full-size snooker table, a pool table, and table tennis and darts equipment. You can also use the small gym. Wi-Fi is free. Pets can stay in selected rooms for £10 per night (please enquire on booking).
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Enjoyed This
(19 Member Ratings)
(19 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
Fabulous time, looking forward to future visits
Jerry
23. Mar 2020
Garway Hill, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
we had a lovely room with dual aspect view (105) but will ask for a kingsized next time , have gt used to the extra space when one of us cannot sleep. the breakfasts were wonderful ( just a few items like eggs, mushrooms etc.little bit on the fatty side , but otherwise they were lovely, must compliment on the truly FREE RANGE EGGS , they really are FREE RANGE, not like some you get these days
All staFF WERE REALLY NICE, AND PLEASANT TOO, NOTHING TOO MUCH TROUBLE FOR THEM.
And of course the fabulous experience of seeing the beautiful Red Squirrels once again.
All in all a nice short break & very relaxing. thank you from Mr & Mrs Bennett.
simone
20. Mar 2020
MORECAMBE, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
We had a most enjoyable stay. Lovely large quite room with all facilities. Food was excellent at breakfast and in the evening. Staff were very friendly couldn't do enough for you. Hotel is in a great location, clean, and has very relaxing atmosphere.
KAREN
09. Mar 2020
Chorley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Enjoyable trip but very remote
Other Comments
Very helpful staff
Tracy
24. Feb 2020
Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Better room than we had expected with windows on two sides and reasonable size. Breakfasts and dinners were good.
Other Comments
Housekeeping not quite up to standard. Probably needs better supervision. Used teapot left untouched and bed not neatly made.
Paul
21. Feb 2020
Chorley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Polite staff, good food and a well-stocked bar, sorted
paul
14. Feb 2020
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
We cut our stay short due to the impending storm. Room was slightly on small side. We were kept awake by a couple chatting in the room above until after 1am in the morning. Apart from that, staff were exceptionally helpful and food very good and reasonably priced.
Certainly good value, used by many hillwalkers beautiful scenery, lovely situation, quite remote.
Wilma
10. Feb 2020
Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
/we enjoyed our stay staff friendly, just internet connection in bedroom non existent, but fine in rest of hotel Lovely breakfast and immaculately clean bedroom
Janet
09. Feb 2020
Wigton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Very pleased
Other Comments
There was not a menu for breakfast
Karen
01. Feb 2020
Bolton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Good
Other Comments
The walks were good red squirrels robins nice scenery.
Raymond
29. Jan 2020
Crewe, United Kingdom
