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The Derwentwater Hotel

3.5 star property
Lakefront hotel in Keswick with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Lobby
Exterior
Lobby lounge
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Overlooking the serene lake, The Derwentwater Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a charming garden and picturesque terrace. Savor breakfast or dinner at Deers Leap Restaurant, connect to WiFi in your room, and unwind with a drink at the bar.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Family Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Premier Twin Room, Lake View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Apartment, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Premier Double Room, Lake View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
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7.2 out of 10, Good, 339 reviews
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About the area

Map
PORTINSCALE, CA12 5RE, Keswick, ENG, CA12 5RE

What's nearby

  • Derwentwater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Crosthwaite Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hope Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Carlisle (CAX) - 60 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 135 min drive
  • Penrith Station - 22 min drive
  • Aspatria Station - 24 min drive
  • Workington Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lingholm Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Relish - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Derwentwater Hotel

When visiting Keswick, The Derwentwater Hotel is a great choice to consider. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Deers Leap Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Deers Leap Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Derwent Bar - This bar serves light fare only.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.95 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Derwentwater Hotel
Derwentwater Hotel Keswick
Derwentwater Keswick
Hotel Derwentwater
The Derwentwater Hotel Keswick/Portinscale, Cumbria
The Derwentwater Hotel Hotel
The Derwentwater Hotel Keswick
The Derwentwater Hotel Hotel Keswick

Frequently asked questions

Does The Derwentwater Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Derwentwater Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Derwentwater Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Derwentwater Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Derwentwater Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at The Derwentwater Hotel and nearby?

The Derwentwater Hotel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Derwentwater Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Deers Leap Restaurant.

What's the area around The Derwentwater Hotel like?

The Derwentwater Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Derwentwater and 17 minutes' walk from Derwent Pencil Museum.

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Reviews

The Derwentwater Hotel Reviews

7,4

Good

7,6

Cleanliness

9,0

Location

8,0

Staff & service

6,6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Loved everything .have been here several times and have never been disappointed
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Bad room

Room was in a state of repair the wallpaper was hanging off wall was full of dust i have stopped in cheaper hotels with better rooms not worth 100 a night and the room looked nothing like the website
christopher, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Lovely cosy hotel situated perfectly for walking into Keswick. The hotel is situated on the Derwentwater lake. Lovely grounds with great views.
Cheryl, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay.

Staff were amazing. Room was very comfortable.
Jemma, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel is very tired as well as restaurant staff. We stayed in the self catering cottage which was comfortable enough however could do with more cleaning. Especially Sofas were a bit dirty.
5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Walking Holiday

Superb location for low and high level walks
Jon, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

a lovely hotel staff really friendly excellent location
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Está un poco antiguo y la ubicación no es muy buena. Está retirado de Keswick. Hay un pub a unos min. andando que está bien
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was poor buffet style but food was cold
Mr.Phillip, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful views and short walk to the lake. Complimentary access to underscar spa which had lovely pool, rain showers, jacuzzi, and saunas, restaurant and bar upstairs
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Overrated

Overrated. In need of refurbishment.
Kevin, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Ok hotel.

Firstly, I would say that the room was not worth the £125 I paid for it. The room is OK. Nothing more. The walls are very thin, so much so that when the surrounding rooms put their TVs on in the morning, you can hear what they're watching. The 'shower' was a dribble of either scalding or lukewarm water- no in between. Rattling bedroom door whenever nearby room doors were left to auto close, horrible slippery acrylic bedroom carpet and a nearby barking dog were some of the other low lights of our stay. On the plus side, the late night receptionist was very friendly and helpful when we arrived later than we had expected to, at 11pm (thanks M6). I have stayed in cheaper, nicer hotels- this one was a disappointment, but I suppose you are paying for both the hotel and the isolated location. I wouldnt stay here again.
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The two bedroom apartment had an excellent view and was very spacious.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location and veiw overlooking the lake, perfect for a long or just a overnight stay, the garden was a perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring the lakes
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Medelålders par på genomresa

Rummet var visserligen rymligt men det luktade fukt och mögel. Vi bodde på första våningen och hade fönster som var täckta så vi kunde inte se ut. Städningen på bla toaletten var under all kritik. Inget vattentryck alls i duschen. Hotellet hade dock ett bra läge nära sjön, en fin trädgård och vänlig personal.
Lennart, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Beautiful location with brilliant view. Excellent value for money through Hotels.com. Great meals in the hotel. Lovely walk down to the lakeside.
Stephen, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Just a little overpriced for what it is.
steph, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Disappointing

Very dated room. Poor food presentation.
Lynda, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Needs an injection of cash and decent management.

The hotel is tired and needs an injection of both cash and decent management. Whilst the bedroom and en suite are as clean as they can be, they just need someone to try using the facilities themselves to understand what needs improving. Grey Paint does not solve holes in the bath, rubber eggs at breakfast or staff that tell you that filter coffee is "like" espresso! I know what espresso is and that is why we asked if we could purchase one from the bar instead of the lacklustre filter coffee....but alas this was not possible. Neither did we enjoy the shower with no pressure that you couldn't stand under, or listening to staff conversations outside the room at 4am....or for that matter, our view.....of another room. Oh, and don't be fooled by signs with arrows, they nearly all point in the wrong direction....Best avoided.
Zuzana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing - a wonderful time made especially memorable by the weather
Leslie, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

Lovely location - poor housekeeping

Some rooms still need a big makeover we could look past that but the bathroom had thick black mould on the shower head that a simple clean would have, and did remove! The room smelt mouldy and musty and the radiator made such a racket the night porter had to turn the heating off. Such a Shane as the grounds were lovely, the conservatory well refurbished and the staff very helpful. Would stay again but only if cleanliness issues were resolved.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Quite dirty
M, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Value for money

The room is pretty big for 2, the decoration is a bit old school, overall is clean.
Mei Lai, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

廚房客廳很舊，附近完全沒有便利店或超市
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

We were not provided with twin beds as requested and staff said it was due to Expedia not notifying them of our request The accommodation was not even suitable for my dog and totally filthy ,and everything in the apartment should be thrown away into a skip and the apartment totally steam cleaned and redecorated as it is unsuitable for human habitation.This is the worst accomodation I have ever stayed in and unsanitary and should not be advertised on your website.I cannot see how it even has a one star rating.This apparently is a situation with previous guests commenting on the state of the accomodation over a long period and nothing has been done.
Michael, 2-night trip