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George and Dragon Clifton

3.0 star property
Inn in Penrith with free breakfast and a restaurant

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The George and Dragon Clifton combines warm hospitality with rustic charm. Guests start their day with a full breakfast, relax by the lobby's cozy fireplace, or enjoy drinks at the bar. Free WiFi and luggage storage make stays convenient and hassle-free.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bathrooms
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Clifton, Penrith, England, CA10 2ER

What's nearby

  • Mayburgh Henge - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lowther Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Brougham Hall - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Rheged - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 12 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arturo Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Dog Beck - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fell Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Queens Head - ‬4 min drive

About this property

George and Dragon Clifton

Inn near Ullswater
At George and Dragon Clifton, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, an off-leash area, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Guidebooks and local maps
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, 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 uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

George and Dragon Clifton Inn
George and Dragon Clifton Penrith
George and Dragon Clifton Inn Penrith

Frequently asked questions

Is George and Dragon Clifton pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 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 George and Dragon Clifton?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at George and Dragon Clifton?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is George and Dragon Clifton located?

Situated in Penrith, this inn is within 2 mi (3 km) of Eden Valley, Brougham Hall, and Lowther Park. The Eden Millennium Monument and Mayburgh Henge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

George and Dragon Clifton Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous inn with lovely bedrooms and excellent food. A great base for a weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for driving from north Scotland to south of England. Dog friendly, clean and good restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room, comfortable bed, dog friendly and on-site EV charger
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, wonderful rooms and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So much nicer than lots of the 'generic' hotels along the M6. Impressive food, friendly staff, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A really impressive property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stop near M6. Lovely decor, warm, lovely staff and exceptional food. Dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favourite place for a night away Perfect in every way. Love the attention to detail and relaxed atmosphere Fabulous food and wine and first class service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel and restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Great little stopover

We only needed a place for a one-off stopover and the George and dragon fitted the bill perfectly. We had a lovely meal in the restaurant and the staff were very attentive and helpful. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and inviting
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food excellent. Friendly and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, comfortable rooms, fantastic food
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Excellent stay

Comfy room - great food - friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Excellent base for the Lake District

Very comfortable and relaxing stay. One of the best hotels we've stayed at in the UK for cleanliness, comfort and service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

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

Excellent hotel, a true gem

This is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. The room was wonderful - comfortable and clean, with nice extra touches. The bed was so comfortable it was difficult to get up in the morning! The restaurant was wonderful - excellent food and service. Breakfast was also excellent. Will definitely book again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

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

A Pleasant Surprise!

A fantastic gem of a place….accommodation clean, fresh, well appointed, individual….bed very comfortable….restaurant/menu and wine list exceptional…breakfast not to be missed….and excellent value for money, you really got what you paid for and more unlike some of the high-end chains we’ve visited recently….we will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous in every way! Staff, service, room, attention to detail, ambience and food were beyond first class! Interior design was truly inspirational and coordinated to perfection! Cannot recommend The George and Dragon Clifton highly enough. Back very soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jacquie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Improvements needed

Unfortunately food was not as good as our previous stays.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Lovely hotel.

Lovely hotel. Really appreciated all the extra touches.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful property, staff fantastic and food wonderful. In perfect location for our journey , easily accessed fro M6 and full of character. Will use again and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great handling of a quick stay

It was a one night stay and the kitchen was closed. They phoned ahead to tell me and the staff on that night were really friendly I also managed to get a cheeky wee burger as the work was done so quickly! Yummie
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Nice accomodation. Would have dinner elsewhere

Accomodation fine. Welcome greeting factual but short on personality. Evening meal menu was short on options and tried to be too 'modern and trendy' for my taste. Steak at evening meal was cold and served on cold plate. Bacon at breakfast was over cooked and appeared to have been prepared early and 'kept warm'. Would stay again if visiting area but would give evening meal a miss and find restaurant in town instead!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room noisy directly over the bat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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