Located in the rolling hills surrounding Esthwaite Water, the village of Hawkshead is home to The Queen’s Head Inn. This 17th Century inn has been awarded an AA 4-star rating for its varied menu, serving the finest local ingredients in a traditional country pub setting. Each bedroom has a modern tiled bathroom and a contemporary design, some feature original beamed ceilings and a four-poster bed. The hotel features free Wi-Fi and each bedroom has an LCD TV. The Queen’s Head serves lunches and dinners ranging from fresh steamed mussels to Cumbrian rib-eye steak. An extensive wine list and local ales are available at the bar, as well as a selection of malt whiskeys. The village of Hawkshead is within a 10-minute drive of both Coniston Water and Windermere, and within 15 minutes by car, hikers can be at the feet of the renowned central Lakeland fells.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Victoria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were very friendly and attentive. Lovely atmosphere. Nice choice of breakfast options. Meal in the restaurant was lovely.
  • Ludekens
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent friendly staff. Traditional old inn. Great location for walking.
  • John
    United States of America United States of America
    The most amazing, quaint yet lively pub inn in all the Lakes. Love that it’s in Hawks Head. If you want the best little corner to explore south lakes without the crowd, this is the place.

Managed by Queens Head Inn

Company review score: 9.4Based on 11,313 reviews from 17 properties
17 managed properties

Company info

Guests that book direct with the hotel are provided parking permits. Reservations made through booking agencies pay for parking using the pay and display car park a two minute walk away.

Property info

The Queens Head Inn and Restaurant has been welcoming weary travellers for over 300 years. Fully re-furbished in 2012 we are now a quaint village inn that packs a punch! Come and see what all the fuss is about, you wont regret it! Breakfast is included in the rates provided. Parking is at the pay and display, a two minute walk away.

Neighborhood info

Hawkshead is a village and civil parish in Cumbria, England, which attracts tourists to the South Lakeland area. The parish includes the hamlets of Hawkshead Hill, 1.2 miles (1.9 km) to the north west, and Outgate, a similar distance north. Hawkshead contains one primary school but no secondary school and four public houses including The Queens Head. The township of Hawkshead was originally owned by the monks of Furness Abbey; nearby Colthouse derives its name from the stables owned by the Abbey.

Languages Spoken

English,Hungarian,Romanian

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Queen's Head Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British • Local
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of Queens Head Inn & Restaurant
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Racquetball
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hungarian
  • Romanian

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Queens Head Inn & Restaurant takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Queens Head Inn & Restaurant accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please not that not all rooms can accommodate an extra bed due to room size and layout.

Please inform Queens Head Inn & Restaurant of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about Queens Head Inn & Restaurant

  • Room options at Queens Head Inn & Restaurant include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Queens Head Inn & Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

    • Queen's Head Restaurant

  • Queens Head Inn & Restaurant offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Racquetball
    • Movie nights
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live music/Performance
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Aerobics
    • Horseback riding
    • Badminton equipment
    • Archery
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Bingo
    • Tennis equipment
    • Cooking class

  • Check-in at Queens Head Inn & Restaurant is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The prices at Queens Head Inn & Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Queens Head Inn & Restaurant is 500 feet from the center of Hawkshead. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.