Welcome to Shakespeare Inn, where warm hospitality and modern comforts come together. Unwind in the garden or challenge friends at the billiards table, then connect with free WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (3)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Garden
Feel at home (4)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
The current price is R1 644
R1 644
R1 973 total
includes taxes & fees
06 Apr - 07 Apr
Room options
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Double Room, Private Bathroom
Highlights
TV
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Family Room
Highlights
TV
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
23 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom
Highlights
TV
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
11 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Kendal Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Lyth Valley - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Sizergh Castle - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
Getting around
John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 104 min drive
Oxenholme Station - 8 min drive
Oxenholme Station - 10 min drive
Kendal Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
The Miles Thompson - 2 min walk
Brew Brothers - 2 min walk
Brewery Arts Centre - 3 min walk
The Factory Tap - 7 min walk
Fell Bar - 2 min walk
About this property
Shakespeare Inn
Shakespeare Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and World of Beatrix Potter. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, this inn is within a short drive of Lake Windermere. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 25 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Shakespeare Kendal
Inn Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Kendal Shakespeare Inn Inn
Inn Shakespeare Inn
Shakespeare
Shakespeare Inn Inn
Shakespeare Inn Kendal
Shakespeare Inn Inn Kendal
Frequently asked questions
Does Shakespeare Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shakespeare Inn 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 Shakespeare Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shakespeare Inn?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Shakespeare Inn.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shakespeare Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Shakespeare Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and windsurfing. Shakespeare Inn also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Shakespeare Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Shakespeare Inn like?
Shakespeare Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Brewery Arts Centre and 12 minutes' walk from Kendal Castle.
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Shakespeare Inn Reviews
Reviews
9,0
Wonderful
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9,2/10
Cleanliness
9,4/10
Staff & service
8,6/10
Amenities
8,6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8,2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
28 March 2025
Great stay
Great hotel great staff great food! Great area!
C
C, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 February 2025
Location was great right in the centre of kendal ..room was lovely and food was brilliant.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 March 2025
Fabulous stay again! Looking forward to next one already!
Thanks!
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 December 2024
Great location.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2024
Great location,comfortable bed and great breakfast
Phil
Phil, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
03 November 2024
Lovely little place, top quality for the money and the breakfast is fantastic, definitely stay again
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 November 2024
Worth a stay. Great breakfast
Lovely quirky happy clean venue with great staff
Jude
Jude, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 October 2024
Ideally located, very pleasant room, easy access, breakfast included in rate and very friendly staff.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
Very clean and tidy room. Quite basic but excellent for 1 night stay. Hospitable staff, very helpful.
SHARON
SHARON, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 September 2024
Lovely cosy little room with an excellent breakfast
john
john, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
05 December 2024
Great Stay.
Clean, comfortable and quiet. Great breakfast....Thouroughly recomend.
Antony
Antony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 September 2024
Easy check in , clean good room , right in town
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 January 2025
Birthday present.
This accommodation was adequate for an overnight stay. We came to Kendal to see a group at a nearby venue. It was only a few minutes away, the parking charges were really good and everything was good.
Had a really good time and would definitely do it again.
WILLIAM
WILLIAM, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2024
A nice place to stay, very handy for shops,caffe's restaurants, bus stop right outside of propery, hearty breakfast, and good Sunday roast,lovely friendly staff, very happy with our stay.
James
James, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
06 December 2024
A pleasant stay
Pleasant stay at the Shakespeare. A warm welcome by Lee and shown up to our room. Nice large room ( we opted for the family room ). Nice breakfast in the morning. Staff were very nice too!!
Dean
Dean, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 October 2024
Room was Ok. Breakfast was good and staff was friendly.
Linda
Linda, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
2 nights stay
Top top service. Great breakfast too. Dead happy with this pub stay.
Jill
Jill, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 February 2025
Ok stay
It was ok, however the shower wasnt great one min it would just trickle out then go boiling hot. There was alao no way of turning the heating off.
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 August 2024
A large cozy room with nice breakfast and good service. Definitely will book Shakespeare Inn again when we visit Kendal in the future.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 November 2024
I liked everything. Friendly pub comfy bed very quaint and clean
Lesley
Lesley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
07 September 2024
Loved my stay, short and sweet as a stop off back from the Highlands, wonderful staff and oh what a yummy menu both for dinner and breakfast, thank you!
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 November 2024
Friendly welcome
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
Lovely pub and very nice cottage room. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great value. Superb breakfast.
Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2024
It was a fantastic place to stay. Lovely room, lovely people.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 April 2024
Lovely place to stay, very central and staff were welcoming and friendly