463 reviews
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$300Thirlmere, Bassenthwaite, CA12 4TN, United Kingdom
463 reviews
1/46
Free parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
Welcome to Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel, your perfect getaway snuggled in the stunning surroundings of Thirlmere, just 4.5mi from the charming town of Keswick in the heart of the United Kingdom! With prices starting from an incredibly reasonable minimum of $75 a night, come bask in the serene vibe while indulging in breathtaking mountain and lake views right from your window. Whether you're here for relaxation or adventure, you’ll find everything you need for a delightful stay.
As an esteemed 3-star hotel, Dale Head Hall offers a range of amenities designed to pamper you. Dive into a hearty breakfast to kickstart your day or enjoy a delectable meal at the on-site restaurant. With free Wi-Fi to keep you connected and a bar to unwind in after a day of exploration, the hotel really caters to every whim. If you're looking to soak up the sun, take a stroll to the sun deck or picnic area, where you can enjoy the greenery and charm of the garden or simply sip a drink under a beach umbrella.
With an impressive 463 reviews, travelers rave about the warm atmosphere and friendly staff at Dale Head Hall. Guests love the comfortable non-smoking rooms and appreciate the convenience of free parking right on site. If you're traveling with someone special, family, or even on business, this delightful hotel has something for everyone, from meeting facilities to cozy terraces for afternoon relaxation. Rediscover the beauty of nature and make unforgettable memories at the Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel!
When it comes to dining at Dale Head Hall, prepare your taste buds for a delightful adventure through British cuisine! At the on-site restaurant and bar, families are always welcome, making it the perfect spot to gather after a long day of exploring the stunning landscapes. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty classic or a modern twist, the talented chefs are ready to tantalize your palate. And don’t forget to pair your meal with a refreshing drink—be it a warm mug of tea or a crisp pint of local ale—as you soak in the welcoming atmosphere.
Adventure awaits beyond the doors of Dale Head Hall! With the enchanting Thirlmere and the majestic peaks of the Lake District so close by, you’ll want to lace up your hiking boots. Wander through lush trails, catch sight of local wildlife, and embrace the scenic splendor that surrounds you. After an exhilarating day outdoors, you can come back to the hotel, relax on the sun deck, or enjoy a leisurely picnic in the garden. Don't forget to snap some photos; the views are nothing short of Instagram-worthy!
As you wind down your day, soak in the friendly vibes that permeate Dale Head Hall. Having won the hearts of many travelers, the staff is committed to creating a home-away-from-home experience that keeps visitors coming back for more. Enjoy cozy conversations on the terraces, share stories over dinner, or simply relish the tranquility of the lakeside ambiance. Whether you're a solo traveler seeking solitude or part of a rambunctious family eager for adventure, Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel is bound to steal your heart and leave you brimming with lasting memories!
Closest airports
Blackpool Airport
53.7miFree parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
Mountain view
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Garden view
Picnic area
Garden
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
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Classic
1 Queen Size Bed
170 sqft
Mountain view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
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This room features mountain views, a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
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Family, Lake View
1 Twin Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
250 sqft
Lake view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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With beautiful lake views, this family room offers either a king-size bed or a four poster bed along with one single bed. The room can accommodate one further z-bed at an extra cost of GBP 15.
Classic Family
1 Bunk Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
215 sqft
Mountain view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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This family room features a seating area and electric kettle. Sofa Bed or Bunk Beds included.
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Poster Junior Suite
1 Queen Size Bed
270 sqft
Lake view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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Rooms have four poster bed and a sitting area with sofa.
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Superior, Lakeside
1 Queen Size Bed
195 sqft
Lake view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
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Spacious rooms with views across the gardens and Lake Thirlmere.
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Classic, Lake View
1 Queen Size Bed
170 sqft
Lake view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
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This double room has a seating area and electric kettle.
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Superior
1 Twin Bed
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Classic, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
215 sqft
Mountain view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
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This twin room has a seating area and electric kettle.
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom
235 sqft
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
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This apartment features a kitchenette, a seating area, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The fully equipped kitchenette features a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This apartment has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, garden views, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
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Junior Suite
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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Apartment, 2 Bedroom
Kitchen
Microwave
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Cottage, 1 Bedroom
1 Double Bed
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8.4
463 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Sofia
8.2
June 2024
Breathtaking view of lake from bedroom & amazing scenery of hotel grounds.Spacious room, was so peaceful & excellent breakfast not to mention quick service. Like the idea of staggering breakfast times for guests. One of the best hotel breakfasts ive had! John is a lovely host & very accomodating!! Old features of building & rooms retained which gave it a lovely cosy victorian feel
As it is an old historic building understand floors maybe slightly at a slope which meant bed also sloping when laying down. Toilet door lock was off centre so couldnt lock or close fully was always ajar (Rm5) Salt & pepper would be nice on breakfast table. Drive upto car park alittle tight not enough room for 2 cars- oncoming would need to reverse or vice versa. Not bad things just improvments. Despite this shall defo recommend & stay again!!
Jack
10
April 2024
Dale was a fantastic host and couldn’t have done enough for us. He kindly informed us we’d been upgraded to a nicer room which had an amazing view of Thirlmere with a patio and asked us for any dietary requirements for breakfast. We told him we’re both vegan but didn’t expect much, they actually took the time to nip out and get some vegan sausages and oat milk. We had an oat meal porridge with toast for breakfast which was really nice however there were other options available. Breakfast doesn’t usually start til 08:15 which would have meant we wouldn’t have had time to eat on our last day due to an activity we had booked early morning. I spoke to Dale the evening before and he was able to see to us at 8 so we could make it. Great experience, we will definitely come back
Nit-picking here but the breakfast room could do with a little music or something as it’s quite a small room and can be a bit awkward dining with other guests very close in an echoing room. Everything else was perfect.
John
10
July 2024
All the staff were very attentive and friendly. The property is by a lake and has a well-maintained garden with incredible views across the lake to the hills on the other side. The breakfast was excellent with a wide range of food available. They also provided me with a vegan breakfast as requested. Our room was in a part of the property from the 1570s and you could feel the history.
It was a great hotel for visiting the Lakes so I have no complaints. But, in an ideal world, faster WiFi would be good. And a smart TV with access to catchup TV, YouTube, etc.
Bill
10
April 2024
Conversations with the very friendly manager, who cooked us a fine evening meal and talked with us about the history of the place. Breakfast was also wonderful - best bacon that my wife has ever had cooked for her! Wonderful location, where we had a good walk in the grounds the next morning, before we left. Beautiful views of Thirlmere. Very comfortable and clean room, and bathroom. Facilities all worked well. We loved the uneven floors, originality and character of the place, including the 2000 extension. Convenient, onsite, nearby free parking. Great value for money!
Nothing, to be honest. We will look for a chance to stay again. Sorry that you want a little more, but nothing else needs to be said!!
Grace
10
March 2024
Dale greeted us when we first arrived and talked us through breakfast times, took us to the room and gave us some tips on where to visit and the local area. The guy who served us at breakfast (didn’t catch his name) was so friendly and breakfast was served very quickly and it was lovely! The room was clean and tidy, comfortably bed slept very well and nice and quiet. Loved this place and the family vibe and would definitely recommend to others plus look to re book in the future
Nothing - everything was great
Susan
10
June 2024
This hotel is situated literally lake side. Wow !! The grounds were magnificent , exceptionally well maintained with chairs and tables outside overlooking the lake , We had a lakeside room with 2 large windows overlooking the lake . The room was spotless ! And was beautifully decorated. Large bath , shower pressure was a bit slow. Breakfast was delicious, the dining room overlooking the lake . Lovely host and staff.
There was nothing not to like .
Miller
8.2
April 2024
Setting and the quaint peaceful grounds. Nice and homely & the manager was really helpful and welcoming. Check in and out easy and nice selected times for breakfast. Clean towels and bedding.
Perhaps more condiments for breakfast (great times though) was very last minute for a Saturday. Finding the main reception was tricky from outside when getting dark. WiFi limited from the room due to phone signals being weak. Nice to have that peace and quiet however may be needed for some people organising their days.
Jonathan
10
September 2024
This is a lovely old manor house, with a beautiful view over Thirlmere reservoir, set back from the road in an extremely tranquil setting. The breakfast is all freshly cooked by the staff to order with a selection of traditional English breakfast dishes on offer. The room that we had was spacious with comfortable chairs and bed and an en-suite bathroom.
Nothing.
Helen
8.2
April 2024
A beautiful and tranquil location, a hidden gem Lovely accommodation and very cosy, spacious, comfortable and well furnished. Views from windows were amazing. Accommodation is well placed for trips and days out. It was a nice surprise to get upgraded on arrival.
Don't like to be nit picky but feedback is as follows Towels provided were fraying and worn which looked shabby. It would have been nice to have a Welcome folder with some local information and tourist info.
Dawn
10
October 2023
A fantastic location with views over Thirlmere and the fells opposite and easy access to some beautiful walks and Thirlmere. The welcome I received was warm and friendly. I was taken to my room and given advise on how to walk down to Thirlmere. Breakfast was exceptional. Easy access to Keswick, Grasmere and Ambleside with loads of fantastic walks close by. The bus stops a 5 minute walk away and it's an easy drive with parking on site.
I couldn't stay longer and hadn't known about Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel sooner..... I didn't try the bar but it looked inviting
Attractions
Castlerigg Stone Circle
4miBorrowdale Valley
4.4miDerwentwater
4.5miGrasmere
7.1miRydal Water
7.7miWrynose Pass
9.1miUllswater
9.2miCrummock Water
9.8miWray Castle
10.9miBassenthwaite Lake
11.1miHardknott Roman Fort (Mediobogdum)
11.6miBeatrix Potter Gallery and Hawkshead
12.3miWastwater
12.7miButtermere Valley
14.5miMuncaster Castle
18.6miAttractions
Castlerigg Stone Circle
4miBorrowdale Valley
4.4miDerwentwater
4.5miGrasmere
7.1miRydal Water
7.7miWrynose Pass
9.1miUllswater
9.2miCrummock Water
9.8miWray Castle
10.9miBassenthwaite Lake
11.1miHardknott Roman Fort (Mediobogdum)
11.6miBeatrix Potter Gallery and Hawkshead
12.3miWastwater
12.7miButtermere Valley
14.5miMuncaster Castle
18.6miAirports
Blackpool Airport
53.7miBar
Cuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant #2
Cuisines
Ambiances
Free parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
Mountain view
Lake view
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Garden view
Picnic area
Garden
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Cycling
Fishing
Hiking
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & Drink
Bar
Breakfast in the room
Fruit
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
General
Carpeted
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Living Area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Spa
Beach umbrellas
View
Garden view
Lake view
Mountain view
View
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$37 per person per day
The price in GBP has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
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