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The Kings Arms

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The Kings Arms Hotel with a brick facade, a central entrance with a black door, and flower boxes on either side. - The Kings Arms (Penrith)
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and leather chairs, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs. - The Kings Arms (Penrith)
A historic building with a clock tower, a gravel path, and a dog walker with a dog. - The Kings Arms (Penrith)
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, an orange wall, and a window with red curtains. - The Kings Arms (Penrith)
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Located close to Acorn Bank and Whinfell Forest, The Kings Arms provides free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Lounge Bar, the on-site bistro. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a green armchair, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Penrith, The Kings Arms is in a rural area. Appleby Castle and Penrith Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Whinfell Forest and Yorkshire Dales National Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Acorn Bank. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Penrith travel guide
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Temple Sowerby, Penrith, England, CA10 1SB

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by large boulders.
    Yorkshire Dales National Park
    21 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • A castle surrounded by lush green fields and dense trees.
    Lowther Castle and Gardens
    22 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • A wooden house with a balcony on a lakeside, surrounded by snow-covered mountains.
    Ullswater
    25 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Acorn Bank
    17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Whinfell Forest
    13 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Appleby Station
    9 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Arturo Lounge
    9 min drive
  • Crown & Cushion Inn
    9 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    8 min drive
  • George & Dragon
    10 min drive
  • The Lounge Hotel & Bar
    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

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Lounge Bar
  • Pub Bar

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 45 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 45 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kings Arms pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kings Arms?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Kings Arms?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Kings Arms located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Acorn Bank and within 9 mi (15 km) of Whinfell Forest and Appleby Castle. Penrith Castle and Lowther Park are also within 9 mi (15 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

The Kings Arms Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice stay. Staff were really helpful; particularly accommodating food allergies. Pets were welcome in the pub itself as well as the room that had been booked. Nice little added extras like dog treats in the room and dog beds provided. Breakfast was nice too - hot options + selection of cereals and toast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, nice clean room, good selection of beers and wine, decent area outside if weather permits, and a very enjoyable meal in the evening. The village itself is very quiet, but would certainly recommend if looking for an overnight stay to break up a journey north or south.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gorgeous restaurant and lovely hotel rooms, and the staff were all wonderful, very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast was also excellent, as was dinner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn in a quiet village. Our stay was even quieter due to the Horse Fair in Appleby meaning the Inn was only open to residents. The inn clearly loves having dogs to stay so if you don’t like that, think carefully. Food was well prepared and the homemade steak pie was definitely on the large side! Bedroom was comfortable with all modern facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was very friendly, room was clean and modern, food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pet friendly. Great food. Lovely people. Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, warm and cosy. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous spot, lovely staff, great property and amazing food.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kara

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

Great pub

Amazing pub, great food, lovely comfy rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and property. Just couldn’t find an iron
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pretty old Inn with excellent, attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb for an overnight stay on our way from Scotland to the south coast. Liked the large and recently refurbished room. The public areas were spacious and decorated well also. Friendly and helpful hotel staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful country village location excellent quality and service, welcoming to humans and dogs alike.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely smallish independent hotel in a beautiful village setting. Spacious, comfortable room with good bathroom. Nice, local toiletries. Fantastic cooked breakfast included. Atmospheric bar restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicole is wonderful food was amazing services exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet property. Staff are really pleasant and helpful. Set in a lovely quaint village. Great location for exploring the North Lake District.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angeka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcomed jasper, bed, bowls and treats for him. Clean comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

Great place

Excellence food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

A great night during Storm Amy!

Excellent atmosphere- very friendly towards dog- was very wet when we got there but there was a dog towel in hallway and dog bed in the room . Room very clean and unfussy. Hotel itself has a lovely comfortable cosy feel about it. Staff very attentive and food v good too! Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

The kings arms Holyoke and pub review

The stay was amazing service amazing food amazing the beds were very comfy and the bathroom looked gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

BUTCHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly and ready to help. The location is quite and convenient for travelling.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, welcoming and spotless! Breakfast was exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice experience + highly recommended

Very nice staff, delicious dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Family overnight

Really nice pub and hotel with good food and friendly owners. Dog and child friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thae staff were welcoming, helpful and friendly. There was a lovely atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024