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The King's Head

Property class: 3.5

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At The King's Head, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a free daily manager's reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as concerts and live shows and a coffee shop/cafe.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a door.

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bench, a mirror, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Premier Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a hanging coat rack, and a door.

Premium Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bench, and a mirror.

Premier Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Kirkby Stephen, The King's Head is next to a golf course and in a national park. Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. and Brough Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve. Traveling with kids? Consider Kennedys Fine Chocolates and Eden Valley Railway. Visit our Kirkby Stephen travel guide
Map
Riverside, Kirkby Stephen, England, CA17 4NH

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by large boulders.
    Yorkshire Dales National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A wooden house with a balcony on a lakeside, surrounded by snow-covered mountains.
    Ullswater
    39 min drive - 37.8 miles
  • A coastal town with a marina, green fields, and a river.
    Lake Windermere
    43 min drive - 33.5 miles
  • A duckling in a nest surrounded by straw and branches.
    World of Beatrix Potter
    46 min drive - 33.4 miles
  • Riverside Public Golf Course
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bay Horse Inn
    9 min drive
  • The Old Forge
    6 min drive
  • The Taggy Man
    6 min drive
  • The Black Swan
    5 min walk
  • The King's Head
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1763
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with satellite channels
  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The King's Head pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The King's Head?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– midnight for a fee of GBP 20.

What time is check-out at The King's Head?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The King's Head located?

This family-friendly Kirkby Stephen hotel is located in a national park, just steps from Eden Valley and Riverside Public Golf Course. Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve and Cross Bank Nature Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 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 King's Head Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved being here and plan to go back soon. It's idyllic. Beautifully kept and presented; with very kind and professional staff. I didnt know what time the event I was attending nearby would end; and as soon as I came back they brought me a wonderful platter of fish and much more. Saying theyd rather I had it prepared freshly than keep it waiting. Beside a river, in glorious, quiet countryside with the dramatic fells above; I can't wait to stay longer and explore the area. Can't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place..lit by candles & fairy lights…roaring fires,great food, lovely staff…superb… Would recommend without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely experience - warm welcome, comfortable room, cosy bar and good food. Beautiful walks from the doorstep. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Fabulous staff

Fabulous stay. Wonderful location. Room was beautiful. Host's and staff brilliant. Would love to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb country pub with excellent food and ales. Very friendly and welcoming team. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

An excellent place to stay and eat

The pub is situated in peaceful countryside and is in a great location. The proprietors were so welcoming and kind, helping me to my room with my luggage. My room was comfortable, nicely decorated and the bathroom clean with nice toiletries. The food in the pub was good, and the service was friendly and efficient. I cannot recommend this hotel highly enough and would certainly stay there again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Wallace Family

Fantastic stay for an overnight stop before hols. Great rooms, great food and unbelievable hospitality by the owners. Would recommend this to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow what a find. Beautiful pub, excellent food and a very lovely room ! I have to call out the incredibly friendly owners and a sense of a really happy place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 400 year old pub on a stream with facilites to eat outside also. No complaints about anything and would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed at the Kings Head last weekend and had a lovely time. The pub itself is gorgeous, decorated beautifully, it is cosy and inviting and located in a lovely spot by the stream.Although the actual car park itself was small this was no problem as we parked literally a couple of minutes away on the lane, perfect as it allowed the opportunity to see a tiny red squirrel busy in a nearby tree. The bar was great and the rooms furnished beautifully with lots of lovely little touches to make your stay a tad more comfortable. From coffee,biscuits and tea,to shower caps, cotton buds and earplugs. The food was delicious and the hearty , ample full english next day was gorgeous. The resident dogs were delightful and every person working we encountered could not have been more friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a tasteful yet homely pub stay! There was poor comunication between expedia and kings Head regards the number of people in our party for the room! But staff did all in their power to compensate and make us comfortable!! Will certainly go back and will give an excellent score. Loved the food and everything about it!! Only downside is - food stops at 8pm. But they do ptovide a cold platter after this time that's delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Northern Yorkshire Dales.

Cosy, interesting old pub by a river, recently updated. Very clean. Has lovely rooms and large comfortable beds. Owners and staff delightful, and very welcoming. Food good. Off the beaten track but popular with walkers. If not a walker, need a car to explore the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is an absolute hidden gem and the perfect base for exploring the surrounding areas. The views are nothing short of picturesque, and there are plenty of peaceful nature walks right on the doorstep. The hotel itself is beautifully designed, with an incredible attention to detail that makes every corner worth exploring. Each room is uniquely decorated, cosy, and full of character—truly a home away from home. The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, ideal whether you’re enjoying a relaxed meal or just stopping in for a drink. What really makes this place special, though, are the owners—so warm and welcoming, they instantly make you feel like part of the family. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Cosy and warm

The Kings Head is so atmospheric - immediately upon walking in we felt at home, warm and cosy, very welcome after walking up to the 9 Standards Rigg in fog and rain. We stayed in Room 5, which we think was either above the bar or games room area and although we were aware of the music etc, it didn’t detract from our comfort and enjoyment. The room was lovely and clean, bed very comfortable. Fresh fruit always available on the way to our room which is a lovely touch. Breakfast choice was great, really filling and the evening meals were fab. Staff very pleasant and kind. All in all, a great couple nights away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcoming place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very individual hotel, carefully curated to give a special experience. Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay hosts very good food was very tasty
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Night away in Ravenstone.

A superb night away, both the food/drink and service was spot on. They couldn't have made it more dog friendly. With nice little touches. Breakfast was also a real treat. Highly recommend and will certainly return. Thank you Paul, Annalie and Immy (Teddy & Maisie)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Excellent people, accommodation and area

I don’t want to advertise the place too much because i want the area to stay like the oasis it is! Phenomenally beautiful area, really nice people, quiet and peaceful, loved the King’s Head
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

Diana

Liked: Staff & service
Food was average
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Tommie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

TOTAL DISGRACE

This was a late booking and I landed at the hotel, I booked a room for 3 adults and everything was looking ok. I got to the hotel at 11pm and the ported said. The room is for 2 adults only, even with my booking being for 3 adults (me and my 2 sisters). They he went on to charge an additional £50 for me having an extra person in the room. After this he also informed me the room service staff leave at 3pm so there was no one available to move a spare bed so one of my sisters had to sleep on the floor. YES I had to pay £50 to sleep on the FLOOR! absolute disgrace. My son spoke to the manager and the following morning and accepted it was wrong but refused to give the refund of £50 in her words. "they still have bills to pay!" they wouldn't even honour the breakfast side of the B&B deal for my sister this also came at an additional cost even after they apologised for making her sleep on the floor. TOTAL DISGRACE
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful location and presentation. Lots of thoughtful details. Thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andries

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hari

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024