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Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel

3.0 star property
Lakeside tranquility awaits at Dale Head Hall with daily manager's receptions and a cozy lobby fireplace for post-exploration relaxation.

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Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel offers peaceful waterfront moments with practical comforts. Relax in the garden, warm up by the lobby fireplace, or enjoy coffee at the on-site shop. Free in-room WiFi and attentive staff are highlights.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a tufted headboard, bedside tables, lamps, and a window with blinds.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a small white table, two dark armchairs, and a window with patterned curtains.

Double Room, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Lakeside | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Double or Twin Room, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room, Lake View (Four Poster Bed)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Bedroom (Cottage)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Keswick, Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Derwentwater. Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and The Herdy Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Keswick travel guide
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Lake Thirlmere, Keswick, England, CA12 4TN

What's nearby

  • A lake surrounded by hills and a house in the valley.
    Thirlmere
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with a lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and snow-capped peaks.
    Derwentwater
    15 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • A rocky path through a valley with grassy hills and a cloudy sky.
    Honister Slate Mine
    45 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Lake District Wildlife Park
    28 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Lodore Falls
    30 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station
    23 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL)
    116 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Kings Head
    5 min walk
  • The Wainwright Pub
    8 min drive
  • Crag Bar
    7 min drive
  • YHA Borrowdale
    21 min drive
  • The Royal Oak
    9 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee: GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 per person
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 15.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 15.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is steps from Thirlmere and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Hellvellyn. Castlerigg Stone Circle and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 143 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Great location. Staff were helpful and attentive. Property and facilities dated. Breakfast was good with variety of options. Limited choice for evening meal so we ate out at nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful location, good customer service, food was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place full of character, friendly people, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

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

Well worth a stay!

Very nice and welcoming! The food and service is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
an amazing place for some quiet time and lots of walks around
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent time here. Hotel is amazing and exactly what we wanted. Very friendly staff who helped us with planning our walking holiday!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Great Hotel

This hotel is lovely old building with lots of charm and character. The views are amazing. Breakfast is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location for walkers and other tourists in this part of the lakes. The lake side location is an extra bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, attentive staff, comfortable quiet room. Pub serving evening meals just across the road.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gordon

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

long weekend in the lakes

Character old house set in a picturesque quiet location. family run and friendly, good breakfast. centrally located to make exploring the lakes easy. would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay at the Dale Head Hotel! Beautiful location and well-manicured grounds to walk around. There is access to the lake from the property, but not easily - the path is a little over-grown. The Manager, Dale, was lovely and could not have been more helpful. We were there to hike Helvellyn, and he advised us that Swirls Car park (beginning of the hike) is easily accessed from the hotel by a woodland footpath, rather than the main road, or paying for the car park. Drinks on the terrace over-looking Thirlmere lake were lovely in the evening, as were the home-cooked bar meals provided. The menu is small, but is ideal for when you return in the evening hungry and wanting something substantial. I had the Chicken & Bacon pie and my husband had the burger - both were cooked beautifully and very tasty. They also served a home-made beef stew with cheese scones, which looked (and tasted, according to other guests) amazing. A short, 5 minute walk from the hotel is The King's Head Pub on the main road, who also serve delicious food. We stayed in a 4-poster deluxe double with a lake view. The room was full of character (slanting floor - interesting!) And very comfortable - especially the bed! First time I haven't woken feeling like Ive slept on a board! Breakfast was also superb! The poached eggs were cooked perfectly each day! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would not hesitate to book again in the future. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A lovely old hotel, with beautiful views and very friendly and helpful staff. The bedrooms were comfortable but signs of it being tired (the towels need to be changed, cracked toilet seats, shower unit kept coming out). Lovely stay and fab breakfast… just needs a little investment
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect . The bartender , cook and receptionist did a perfect job - it was all Dale - he was great . The hotel and view could not have been better .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and fantastic views, very short walk to footpath for Helvellyn. Great lake walk straight out of the back of the hotel. Decor a little dated, but cosy and well worth the money. Breakfast is very nice as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here in a large room with modern bathroom. All staff were very welcoming and friendly, felt homely. The breakfast was delicious. The view of the lake at the front of the hotel was stunning - we enjoyed being able to sit and watch the sunsets. Our only negative point was the poor wifi if you need it (which we did to remotely work so this was a struggle). Otherwise we would happily return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved the lake view. Property a bit tired and would benefit from refurbishment
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location

Beautiful location overlooking Thirlmere. Lovely old building, in need of a little TLC & modernisation. Friendly staff. We stayed in a superior room, which had a recently refurbished bathroom which was good. Bed way too soft for my taste & I’d expect bigger than a double in a superior room. Breakfast was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night, but its dated, makes it feel dirty, the bed felt like every spring had gone If the price was right i would stay again, however its twice what it should be considering the facility On a good note breakfast was lovely and the staff couldnt do enough for you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First visit, easy to find with drive on A591. Good parking. Magical setting with access to lakeside walk from gardens. Silence and darkness over Thirlemere at night, stars beautiful. Feels like staying over at home of friends in traditional not overdeveloped property. Breakfast piping hot. Will be visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

sharron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We where upgraded to a superior room with patio, the views where spectacular, great to sit out in the morning with a coffee and see the sunset come up on the water and hills, unfortunately the soundproofing in the rooms is poor. Apart from your room there is no other facilities at this house, which we found disappointing. Breakfast was very average and small portions, which we felt a little disappointed with.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lakeside hotel; lovely comfortable room and a very nice breakfast indeed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dhawal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and really nice staff Had a long chat with owner discussing history Really recommend it for a Lake District holiday
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the family room for the weekend. The room was very clean and spacious, with a brilliant view of the lake. The hotel is only a stone's throw away from Hellvelyn which is where we intended to visit, which was very convenient. With the delicious breakfast it was very good value. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location amazing - quiet, no noise from main road, great view of lake and direct access to the lovely 10 mile path all around the lake. Beds in our twin room were nice and comfy. Lovely staff. Nice breakfast. Only negative is that the hotel really needs a bit of a refurb/modernisation, but for the price it's still great value. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024