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The King's Head, Thirlspot, Bassenthwaite -0745 127 3975
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4.35
HOTEL RATING: 
EXCELLENT
4.35 out of 5 (2125 Ratings)
23.1 miles Lowther Castle
v37 mins driving
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Hotel Description
Located at the foot of Mount Helvellyn in the heart of the Lake District this former 17th century coaching Inn features spectacular views toward St Johns in the Vale Blencathra and Skiddaw. The King's Head Inn is perfectly located close to the shores of Lake Thirlmere and within easy reach of walking routes including Helvellyn (right behind the Inn) as well as all the main attractions in the nearby Lake District towns of Windermere Ambleside and Keswick. With 17 bedrooms with attached bathroom consisting of of doubles and twins all with views of the surrounding fells the King's Head also features a Lakeland Specialty Store offering a wide range of local food drinks and gifts from the finest Cumbrian producers.

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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Garden
` Golf Course
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Safety Deposit Box
` Bar
` Coffee shop
` Fishing
` Canoeing
` Hiking
` Packed lunches
` Cycling
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` On-site parking
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Horseback Riding
` Restaurant(s)
` Wind Surfing
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Wine/champagne
` Fruits
` Outdoor furniture
` Key access
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Audible alarm
` balcony/terrace
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
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The King's Head Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Excellent (4.35 out of 5)

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4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Michael Wed, 9 July 2025

Welcoming host , good location...

Liked: Superb host and excellent staff. Good quality food. Light and spacious room.
Disliked: More variety in daily menu

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Andrew Tue, 8 July 2025

Good

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Robert Tue, 8 July 2025

A lovely stay at a...

Liked: Perfect location for the walks we wanted to do - although the weather wasn’t the best and we decided against Helvellyn and walked opposite the hotel to Raven Crag and beyond. The staff and management were all superb and the food was excellent. You have to try the Steak and Kidney Pudding!Rooms are uneven and squeaky, but that’s to be expected and certainly not an issue.
Disliked: Nothing bad to say tbh.

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

John Tue, 8 July 2025

Would not recommend this pub...

Liked: The breakfast room,lounge and bar area was nice with nice furnishings
Disliked: The upstairs corridor and bedrooms were totally unloved the windows in room 18 did not shut so they put tacky double glazed panels over the windows.The door had to be slammed to lock,the bedroom was clean but very tired.the pictures on booking.com do not represent what you see when you arrive

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Jeff Mon, 7 July 2025

Superb

Liked: Staff. Food. Cleanliness.
Disliked: Bathroom. Good but far to small.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

John Mon, 7 July 2025

Good

Liked: Lovely old inn
Disliked: I was staying in room 4. One problem I was loathe to open the window ( Only opened from the bottom) because the ivy on the outside wall was growing above the bottom sill of the window, so when the window was opened the bugs in the ivy flew into the room. Not pleasant

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Jillian Sun, 6 July 2025

Lovely restful break

Liked: Lovely room with very comfortable bed. Restaurant food was beautiful.
Disliked: Quite an expensive stay considering breakfast wasn’t included.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Theresa Thu, 3 July 2025

Really enjoyable place to stay

Liked: Really enjoyed our stay here. Felt homely and comfortable and the service from the landlord was excellent. We had a great evening meal and there was a lovely ambience to the place. The room was tastefully furnished and bed very comfortable.
Disliked: Room was very small with limited space to walk around the bed.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Anonymous Thu, 3 July 2025

No other comments

Liked: Was fine no probs
Disliked: Would have been good to have breakfast included

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

George Tue, 1 July 2025

Review kings head

Liked: Friendly staff Breakfast great evening meal good location fantastic
Disliked: Not the most comfortable bed I've slept in, I think they could have changed the menu same food every night.

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