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The Kings Arms

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Acorn Bank

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The Kings Arms sits near Whinfell Forest, blending English charm with modern amenities. Travelers can wander through the garden or unwind with free WiFi and coffee in the lobby. The Lounge Bar earns particular praise from guests for its dining experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
Highchair
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Temple Sowerby, Penrith, England, CA10 1SB

What's nearby

  • Acorn Bank - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Whinfell Forest - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 13 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Ullswater - 19 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown & Cushion Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arturo Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dog Beck - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Kings Arms

Hotel near Acorn Bank
Located close to 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.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Outdoor furniture, a banquet hall, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at The Kings Arms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Wardrobes/closets, highchairs, and heating

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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 accessible parking space
  • 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
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Kings Arms Hotel
The Kings Arms Penrith
The Kings Arms Hotel Penrith

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).

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