The King's Head Hotel

Situated at the foot of Mount Helvellyn, in the heart of the Lake District, this former 17th century coaching inn boasts spectacular views toward St Johns in the Vale, Blencathra and Skiddaw.

The King's Head Hotel is perfectly situated close to the shores of Lake Thirlmere and within easy reach of walking routes, including Helvellyn (right behind the hotel), as well as all the main attractions in the nearby Lake District towns of Windermere, Ambleside and Keswick.

With 17 en suite bedrooms, comprising of doubles and twins, all with views of the surrounding fells, the King’s Head also features a Lakeland Speciality Store offering a wide range of local food, drinks and gifts from the finest Cumbrian producers.

Rooms: 17

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – Garden – Non-Smoking Rooms – Heating – Shops in Hotel – Gay Friendly

Activities

Golf Course (within 3 km) – Darts

Services

Bridal Suite – Souvenirs/Gift Shop – Shoe Shine – Packed Lunches – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Food & beverage

The award-winning St John’s Restaurant serves a 4-course seasonal menu of traditional English cuisine, prepared by the Head Chef.

The recently refurbished Bar Restaurant also serves a range of traditional favourites, accompanied by local real ales, fine wines and malt whiskies.

All meals are provided using the freshest local produce.

Room information

All rooms have views of the surrounding fells.

For special occasions, the hotel can arrange flowers, chocolates and chilled champagne to be waiting in your room upon arrival. Please ask for more details.

All rooms at The King's Head are non-smoking.

Travel information

By Car:
From the North:
- Take the M6.
- Exit at junction 40.
- Take the A66 toward Keswick.
- Before Keswick, turn onto the A591 toward Windemere.
- The Kings Head Hotel is located 6 miles south of Keswick on the A591.

From the South:
- Take the M6.
- Exit at junction 36.
- Take the A590 toward Windemere and the A591.
- Continue to Thirlmere.
- The Kings Head Hotel located 20 miles to the north of Windemere on the A591.

By Train:
From the North:
Take the train to Carlisle and transfer to the Number 555 bus for Lancaster from outside the station, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere.

From the South:
Take the train to Windemere and transfer to the Number 555 bus for Carlisle from outside the station, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere.

By Bus
From the North:
Take the Number 555 bus from Carlisle toward Lancaster from outside the train station at Carlisle, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere.

From the South:
Take the Number 555 bus for Carlisle from outside the train station at Windemere, asking the driver to stop at The Kings Head Hotel at Thirlmere.

Important information

Group Bookings:
Group bookings are welcome, including hen and stag nights.

If you are planning on bringing your pet, please contact the hotel prior to your arrival.

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