Keswick
Scafell Hotel
About the Hotel
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love This Hotel
- The AA-Rosette-awarded restaurant uses local produce and offers a selection of local Cumbrian cheeses
- The hotel holds VisitEngland Gold and Breakfast Awards, and is in a "peaceful location" (The AA) at the foot of the Great Gable and Scafell Massif mountains
- The landscape surrounding the hotel is described as "simply spellbinding" by Lonely Planet
- Derwentwater -- great for lake cruises and walks by the water's edge -- is a 10-minute drive away, and Ambleside Roman Fort is less than 50 minutes' drive away
Overview
Scafell Hotel is set in the tranquil valley of Borrowdale, among precipitous crags and secluded woodland. The hotel is less than 10 minutes' drive from Derwentwater, a popular hiking and fishing destination, and 15 minutes' drive from the market town of Keswick. Keswick Launch Company operates daily boat trips on Derwentwater from Keswick Landing Pier.
The Theatre By the Lake is less than 15 minutes' drive from the hotel and Castlerigg Stone Circle, thought to be 5000 years old, is 20 minutes' drive away. Lake District Wildlife Park is 30 minutes' drive away.
The AA-Rosette-awarded restaurant offers a fine-dining evening menu, Sunday lunches and hearty Cumbrian breakfasts using locally sourced produce. There is also a Lounge Bar, which has a more casual setting, and The Riverside Bar, which serves a snacks menu.
The 23 bedrooms feature designer en-suite bathrooms and antique furniture.
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Enjoyed This
(185 Member Ratings)
(185 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
The location was great and onsite parking was easy. Also the opportunity to try a different food and drink location at the Riverside Bar was good. Absolutely all the staff were brilliant.
Samantha
Jun 08, 2019
Ilkley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Breakfasts were very good with a fantastic choice of foods in the continental buffet and a good selection of hot foods
Jackie
Jun 02, 2019
Darlington, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Room was very comfortable and the food was well cooked and excellently ,presented
Other Comments
Lots of narrow lanes in the area but not really avoidable
Richard
Jun 02, 2019
Tamworth, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The staff were very friendly. The grounds were very pretty.
Tina
May 30, 2019
Telford, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The staff were very efficient but also friendly and sensitive to my 94 year-old companion's needs. All meals (2 breakfasts, 1 restaurant dinner and 1 bar meal) were delicious) and service was unrushed.
Other Comments
Scafell Hotel staff treat Travelzoo visitors as well as their other guests, unlike some other hotels. We felt welcome and very comfortable.
Eve
May 30, 2019
Leeds, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Being able to take my dog with me
philippa
May 30, 2019
Dronfield, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
Rather slow in restaurant at dinner. Can be busy in Riverside Bar.
Ian
May 30, 2019
Carlisle, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Restful atmosphere
Other Comments
Our bedroom was very dark, not helped by dark decor. The room needed decorating and updating.
Julia
May 30, 2019
IlkleyIlkley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The food was excellent both in the restaurant and Riverside bar. All members of staff were very friendly and helpful. Also set in a stunning location.
Other Comments
Would definitely recommend and we will be returning in the future.
Janina
May 29, 2019
Doncaster, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Staff were brilliant.
Jim
May 27, 2019
Hartlepool, United Kingdom
