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Shakespeare Inn

3.5 star property
Inn in Kendal with a restaurant and a bar

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Bar (on property)
Fireplace
Family Room | Desk, free WiFi
Restaurant
Exterior
Shakespeare Inn combines genuine hospitality with thoughtful amenities. Travelers can unwind in the peaceful garden, challenge companions to a game at the billiards table, and stay connected with complimentary WiFi. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
78 Highgate, Kendal, England, LA9 4HE

What's nearby

  • Brewery Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kendal Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kendal Castle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sizergh Castle - 6 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Levens Hall and Gardens - 8 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kendal Station - 11 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ye Olde Fleece Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Miles Thompson (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brew Brothers - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fell Bar (Kendal) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Comida - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Shakespeare Inn

Property highlights
At Shakespeare Inn, you can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A billiards/pool table and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Shakespeare Inn offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 25 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Shakespeare Kendal
Inn Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Kendal Shakespeare Inn Inn
Inn Shakespeare Inn
Shakespeare
Shakespeare Inn Inn
Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Shakespeare Inn Inn Kendal

Frequently asked questions

Is Shakespeare Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shakespeare Inn?

Shakespeare Inn doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Shakespeare Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shakespeare Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shakespeare Inn located?

Situated in Kendal, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Brewery Arts Centre, Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry, and The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition. Abbot Hall Art Gallery and Kendal Museum are also within 15 minutes. Kendal Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Shakespeare Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 246 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Baxter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located in the centre close to shops and restaurants. Clean cosy room. Excellent attention by the management. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Man Hon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historical building with great food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From start to end of stay, the staff were excellent, knowlegable, respectful and always happy to be of assistance. The food was delicious, large portions and the beer was very good. Wonderful town to easily walk about. High social consciousness w several charities highlighted. Room was exactly as described, clean, spacious and the bed/pillows super comfy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with friendly staff and nice rooms, the food was really nice and fairly cheap, located in the centre of town so can walk to most things
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little pub with very friendly staff. Accommodation was clean and breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kendal Whistle Stop Tour

Great stay. Good breakfast. Great Pie mash and gravy. Pints good too. Great spot in Kendal. Conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mehwish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for the night. Just
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great hotel great staff great food! Great area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for town centre excellent hosts lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, comfortable beds, cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check-in was quick and effortless - the lady who checked us in was very nice, efficient, and extremely helpful. Our room was spacious, with a double bed and a single bed, and a very basic continental breakfast was provided in the morning. The room itself could use a little refurbishment - the carpet was a bit tired, some fittings could do with updating or replacing, and the bathroom would benefit from a fresh coat of paint. However, these were only minor niggles and didn’t affect our stay at all. Despite heavy rain overnight, the windows provided excellent soundproofing, which made for a comfortable night’s sleep. The location was fantastic - very central, with plenty of cafés nearby. The tea room next door served a great bacon sandwich, too! Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend The Shakespeare Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place in a lovely city. Really friendly staff and the breakfast was a very nice touch! Would recommend anyone who wants a good place for the money. Also a cheap parking lot closeby (2.5 pounds between 18 and 9 which is good for people who want to go to lake district wit car)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff and good location

A great location and looked after well by the staff. The room was spacious and comfortable and quiet at night so got a good nights sleep, located well for Kendal town centre and to use as a base for exploring the Lake District. Breakfast was tasty and filling too. Staff very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location,comfortable bed and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was great right in the centre of kendal ..room was lovely and food was brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little place, top quality for the money and the breakfast is fantastic, definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Ideally located, very pleasant room, easy access, breakfast included in rate and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Shakespeare was short but will be remembered as a really good experience. I felt like a truly valued customer, everyone was so friendly and helpful. The room was good and the bed was huge!! It was 2 lovely nights sleep, nice hot shower in the morning followed by a cooked breakfast. It really set me up for the day. I would most certainly revisit and can recommend it for a good place to stay in Kendal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay again! Looking forward to next one already! Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely cosy little room with an excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place, super friendly and perfect for town. brilliant value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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