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The King's Head

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The King's Head, Thirlspot, Bassenthwaite -0800 031 8416
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4.35
HOTEL RATING: 
EXCELLENT
4.35 out of 5 (2132 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.

Check-in time: 15:00   Check-out time: 10:30
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Amenities View More
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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

The King's Head Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Excellent (4.35 out of 5)

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5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Temoor Mon, 30 June 2025

Cozy stay with friendly people...

Liked: Very friendly and helpful staff. Location was also nice.
Disliked: Had a minor issue with the room I initially booked however, this was rectified by staff immediately.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Kerry Mon, 30 June 2025

Very good

Liked: Staff are excellent and accommodating. Our room could have done with a bit of TLC and a few other bits around the hotel. Nothing major . A good breakfast and food was brilliant

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Julie Sun, 29 June 2025

Very good

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Frances Sun, 29 June 2025

The staff were so friendly...

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Walker Sun, 29 June 2025

Superb

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Su Fri, 27 June 2025

Very good

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Stephen Fri, 27 June 2025

Would recommend and would stay...

Liked: Evening meals are good but if you’re there for a week might not be enough choices.Breakfast excellent.
Disliked: Plenty of parking

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Marion Fri, 27 June 2025

Delightful place

Liked: Where it was, how it looked, nice rooms, friendly staff
Disliked: There was nothing to not like

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Profkdb Fri, 27 June 2025

Basically fine

Liked: All smooth
Disliked: Room was very smallRoom hot - radiators off, window open, still hotBreakfast not served until 8:15 - too late

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Anonymous Fri, 27 June 2025

Great value for money. Old...

Liked: Location . Food . Staff.
Disliked: Room was a bit dated. Bathroom could do with a refresh.

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