“A grand country house with all-round appeal – from spa-lovers to active families – with mesmerising views over Lake Bassenthwaite in the quieter northern lakes. A choice of traditional or contemporary rooms plus fine dining and comfort food.”
“A grand country house with all-round appeal – from spa-lovers to active families – with mesmerising views over Lake Bassenthwaite in the quieter northern lakes. A choice of traditional or contemporary rooms plus fine dining and comfort food.”
Hotel Review
With sweeping views down the length of Lake Bassenthwaite and the surrounding fells, and with no near neighbours, Armathwaite Hall feels deep in the country. And yet busy Keswick is only six miles away. As impressive as the views is the building, a former Victorian stately home with towers, battlements, vast mullioned windows, and sitting in 400 acres of deer park and gardens. Public rooms are grand with high ceilings, wood panelling and gilt-framed paintings yet furnished in a contemporary style: velvet and leather armchairs, softly glowing table lamps and swag-free curtains. The bar, with its enormous carved fireplace and rich blue walls, is a suitably clubby room for pre-dinner drinks while the elegant drawing room, in soft greys and with views towards the lake, seems designed for the hotel’s eye-popping afternoon tea. Dining is a choice between casual dishes in the Brasserie and more polished cooking in the Lake View Restaurant. Work up an appetite with walks around the grounds or neighbouring Wildlife Park. Or just give in to some serious pampering in the spa, a sprawling affair spreadover two floors. Bedrooms are split between the modern spa wing and the original hall with the latter more traditional and with original features while the former spoil with terraces and balconies.
Written by Helen Pickles
Recommended For
- Great walks
- Take advantage of both lakeside strolling and major fells such as Skiddaw and Blencathra
- Other Activities
- Soak in the local culture at Keswick's well-regarded Theatre-by-The-Lake
- Local markets
- Cockermouth and Keswick both hold weekly markets
- Archery
- Tennis
- Golf
- Weddings
- Spa
- 10 treatment-room spa plus thermal experience, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room and studio
- Gym
- Keep your mind and body sharp at the fully equipped fitness centre
- Family Suites
- Wedding license
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Sit-out Terrace
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Hills & mountains
- Restaurant
- Boutique
- Historic
- Pet friendly
- Business Hotel
- Luxury
- Romantic
- Conference facilities
Facilities
- Spa
- 10 treatment-room spa plus thermal experience, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room and studio
- Garden
- Take in the spa gardens from the indoor covered 'Tranquility Terrace'
- Gym
- Keep your mind and body sharp at the fully equipped fitness centre
- Swimming Pool
- Take a dip in the stunning infinity pool
- Parking
- Free parking
- Massage
- Business Centre
- Shops
- Family Suites
- Bar
- Wedding license
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Sauna/Steam
- Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
- Babysitting
- Bicycle hire
- Lift
- Sit-out Terrace
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Laundry
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Bath robes
- Hot Tub
- Concierge
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Wifi
- Games room
- Conference facilities
Activities
- Great walks
- Take advantage of both lakeside strolling and major fells such as Skiddaw and Blencathra
- Other Activities
- Soak in the local culture at Keswick's well-regarded Theatre-by-The-Lake
- Local markets
- Cockermouth and Keswick both hold weekly markets
- Archery
- Tennis
- Golf
Map & Location
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Why do people love staying in your hotel? People love staying at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa, firstly due to the mesmerising surrounding landscape of the North Lakes. We are incredibly lucky to have this backdrop and it makes our hotel the ideal escape for nature lovers and holiday makers alike. Our commitment to exception customer service ensures everyone has a personalised and enjoyable stay and people also love our first class facilities, notably the spa!
What is there to do in the area? The Lakeland fells offer some of the best high-level walks in England which all have the most incredible views from their summits. The Lake District Wildlife park has over 100 species of wild and domestic animals, set in 24-acres of parkland. Entry for the wildlife park is discounted for all of our guests. If you are looking for a leisurely way to take in the breathtaking sights of the Lake District then canoeing and kayaking are ideal! At the hotel we offer guided canoe and kayaking with a qualified instructor on Bassenthwaite Lake on the estate. No list of activities to do in the Lake District would be compl;ete without a visit to the World of Beatrix Potter – you can meet Peter Rabbit and all his friends as Beatrix Potter’s stories, inspired by the beautiful Lake District landscape come to life.
What kind of breakfast do you offer? Breakfast is table service for hot food with a continental buffet
Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? Yes, our Lake View Restaurant is our formal restaurant. Our Courtyard Bar and Brasserie offers contemporary and informal cuisine. We also offer Afternoon Tea
Which are your most popular room types, and why? Our new Spa Garden Suites are proving our more popular option at the moment. They opened in Spring this year and offer gorgeous panoramic views of the lakes
What facilities do you have for children and can you fit extra beds in your rooms ? Children under 12 years sharing with adults are accommodated at £15.00 per child including breakfast. Children in deluxe family rooms with adjoining twin bedded rooms charged at £60.00 per child per night bed and breakfast. Children under 16 years occupying adult accommodation will receive 25% discount off bed and breakfast tariff.
