Reviews of Lake District Castle Inn Hotel and Spa 4 stars
Bassenthwaite Nr. Keswick, Keswick, CA12 4RG, United Kingdom
#26 of 27 hotels in Keswick
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 2117 hotel reviews
7.6Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.2
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Comfort
8.2
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Location
8.3
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Facilities
8.1
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Staff
8.5
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Value for money
7.6
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Free WiFi
8.1
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Reviewed: 2 May 2024
James
United Kingdom3 reviews8.0“Fantastic value and everything that you need.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Executive Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We were in a group of 14 and the chap on the bar seemed quite put out when we ordered a round of drinks…
Excellent value for money with spacious and clean rooms. Facilities are good, with a pool and gym all included in the price. Bar was open until about 10:30pm and the food was pleasant enough.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Kevin
United Kingdom60 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Getting an e-mail when I returned home to say one of the rooms had not been paid for when it had been paid to booking.com when the booking was made. and had to telephone the hotel to get it sorted out.
Lovely room, great breakfast. Good location and friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Tracey
United Kingdom26 reviews5 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room not cleaned properly
Good breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Andrew
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The room was lovely, spacious and comfortable. Staff were very friendly, the garden was lovely. Plenty of places nearby to visit, lots of walks locally. Will go again.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Brian
United Kingdom16 reviews3 helpful votes7.0“Nice hotel ,nice staff.food in hotel not good dinner menu poor ,”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bit soulless
Nice hotel large room, Swimming pool &gym
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 28 April 2024
George
United Kingdom100 reviews5 helpful votes9.0“Very good choice.”- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No real downside.
Spacious room with en-suite both of which were well appointed and the room included a fridge. The location and outlook offered good relaxation with easy and quick access to the Lake District. Food was very good and reasonably priced. Breakfast was buffet with a great choice. In all a very pleasant and relaxing stay.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Kevin
United Kingdom60 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great hotel and good location and great breakfast. Bit annoyed about payment confusion.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Received e-mail when back at home saying one of the rooms had not been paid for but payment had been taken by booking.com when the room was booked so had to phone hotel and explain details of payments etc. Nothing was mentioned at check in.
Nice room, great breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Kate
United Kingdom17 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Some road noise but not too bad. Menu choice was limited for non-meat eaters. Extractor fan didn't work in the bathroom.
The room was pleasant and a good size. Beds comfy. The chap serving in the restaurant/bar was very helpful and accommodating as we hadn't booked a table. We got the impression from the website that bar food was available, but it is definitely a sit-down restaurant! The breakfast room was well stocked, and the cooked option was hot and tasty. Perfect for a one night stop over before we reached our rented accommodation for the week. Would use the hotel again.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Natalie
United Kingdom9 reviews8.0“Great family stay for the weekend”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast was great - worth paying extra for , beautiful views from breakfast room Kids loved swimming pool/sauna/steam room Easy to park Lovely staff Well equipped gym (but never got to use) Great location (approx 10 minute drive to Keswick)
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Kerryn
Australia19 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
That it wasn't actually IN Keswick!
Room was large and well-appointed. Breakfast was delicious - heaps of choices. Staff were friendly and approachable.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Colin
United Kingdom10 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Great couple of days at a lovely hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Everything
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Walker
United Kingdom2 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite with Twin Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Free use of pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Graeme
United Kingdom21 reviews8.0“A lovely location with good food”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Suite with Twin Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I possibly in need of an update, but given the amount of money we paid it was satisfactory
An excellent located hotel with incredible views in slight need of renovation however, very good value for money
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Edgerley
United Kingdom6 reviews8.0“All in! An ideal place to stay to explore the lakes”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The hotel itself was a bit dated but was satisfactory! The sealant around the jacuzzi was badly mouldy the steamroom had questionable stains all over it!
Staff was polite and friendly, and rooms were cleaned to a good standard!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Ian
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Thouroughly enjoyed our stay. We found all staff were very welcoming and helpful. The bar staff in particular were excel”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No room refresh during our stay, tea and coffee facilities were not replenished.
The ‘bar staff’ 🙂
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Mr
United Kingdom4 reviews7.0“Hotel clean and tidy .”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bath didn’t hold water properly. Very secluded area .
Staff were all lovely and friendly
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Waring
United Kingdom14 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Executive Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
All OK
Leisure centre, food,
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Natalia
United Kingdom1 review9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Room with Double and Single Beds
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The rooms were old and the carpets were totally dirty :(
The location was amazing with a beautiful view 😊
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Julie
United Kingdom15 reviews7.0“Weekend break”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Cobwebs in the corner of the ceiling. Dog hair's on carpet. Could have had more comfortable chairs and decor a bit outdated. Curtains were loose on the rail. Had to ask for more tea bags and sugar which reception did provide
Very quiet hotel. Comfortable bed and large room. Shower was excellent. Food was nice in the restaurant. Plenty of parking.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Geoff
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Very good place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double or Twin Room - Disability Access
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Peace and quietness
Location
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Margaret
United Kingdom24 reviews8.0“Good hotel away from the crowds”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing significant.
Good choice for breakfast, nice pool and steam room, good gym. The location is lovely, having breakfast overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake. The room was large and comfortable and the temperature in the room was not stifling.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Gadsby
United Kingdom14 reviews7.0“Lovely location to explore the northern lakes.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Restaurant menu could have been a bit more adventurous but what we had was very good.
Excellent location. Friendly, helpful staff. Great facilities with pool, spa, sauna and steam room. Super breakfast and a great location for exploring the lakes.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Roger
Australia91 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“An excellent place to stay, highly recommended.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Executive Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Access to the shower over the bath could be made safer by fitting a grab handle.
Breakfast was very good, dinner was good, desserts were very good. Room was large and very well appointed.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Lucy
United Kingdom8 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
WiFi could've been better. However if you're planning on being out of the hotel exploring the lakes for your stay this wouldn't matter.
Parents were over the moon with their stay, very clean and comfy.
Stayed in April 2024
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