Keswick
Scafell 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
(154 Member Ratings)
(154 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
The good food
Susan
Apr 15, 2019
Leeds, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
It’s lovely and the food is exceptional. It’s a bit ‘decayed splendour’ needing a bit of tlc but there are some wonderful touches and it’s very clean, comfortable and friendly. Many of our fellow guests were returnees and that’s easy to understand. If you want great location, staff and superb food, this is a really lovely hotel.
Other Comments
Very dog friendly
Barbara
Apr 15, 2019
Stockport, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
food
Other Comments
Staff were exceptional.
roy
Apr 14, 2019
Grimsby, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Fabulous shower and lovely towels. Friendly staff. Very tasty food. Had a lovely two night stay.
Susan
Apr 13, 2019
Heywood, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
location
Other Comments
The food was good but was only given the option to have soup for the first course at the deal price paid - any other choice was an extra £5!. Think this was a bit measly - there was plenty of choice for main and dessert so why create an issue with the starters?
Diane
Apr 10, 2019
Darlington, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
The Restaurant
Other Comments
WiFi is not available in every room so check 1st if this is important to you
Tracey
Apr 09, 2019
Solihull, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
staff excellent. food 5 stars. a beautiful quiet part of the lakes normally only frequented by walkers - not tourists !
Other Comments
room and bed a little on the small side if you are with travel zoo. They have bigger rooms but normally for full paying guests. understandable and wouldn't put me off going back again
judith
Apr 09, 2019
Ryton, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Friendly and really helpful staff, fantastic location for hiking, amazing food and super dog friendly
CHARLOTTE
Apr 07, 2019
York, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Great staff,great location.
Other Comments
Excellent value for money with travel zoo.
Lindsay
Apr 05, 2019
Ilkley, United Kingdom
Enjoyed Most
Brilliant staff, food, service with a smile, excellent time
Other Comments
Go and book right now!
Barry
Apr 05, 2019
Widnes, United Kingdom
