Hotel Scafell Hotel

Rosthwaite, Borrowdale, Rosthwaite, CA12 5XB, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.4/10! (score from 505 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.3
Very good
505 reviews

The hotel is just a perfect well kept English Lakes gem. Absolutely wonderful to stay.

Matthew United Kingdom

Great location walked straight into the hills from the hotel. Bed very comfortable with great pillows slept like a log. Breakfast delicious. Very quiet, friendly staff.

Smithwhite United Kingdom

Room was nice if a little small but comfy enough. Food in the restaurant was very delicious but a little skimpy with the lamb in the Sunday roast. Hotel location is stunning, Borrowdale Valley is beautiful.

Martin United Kingdom

Wi-Fi wasn’t an issue. The weekend was all about spending time with my son.

Timothy United Kingdom

The breakfast was great, with a selection of cereals and pastries from their continental spread and the cooked breakfast (the full cumbrian) was spot on. The staff were really helpful and had such great knowledge of the area. I would recommend Scafell Hotel to anyone who is keen on the outdoors, as it’s in a prime spot with only a 6 minute drive from the foot of scafell pike

Conah United Kingdom

Room was lovely, very spacious and very well equipped, loved the bathroom. Breakfast was cooked beautifully and dinner was exceptional.

Michelle United Kingdom

A fantastic hotel! We were filming in the local area and the hotel was perfect. Katie and the rest of the team were friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate our requests. Excellent breakfast.

Francesca United Kingdom

Absolutely wonderful hotel, staff very accommodating for both early check in and early check out. Could recommend more

Joseph United Kingdom

The staff was really friendly and helpful, room comfortable and and breakfast delicious

Anna United Kingdom

Beautiful surroundings, very comfortable and clean room. Close to Scaffel. All people working in hotel very very nice. Delicious Breakfast, great hot options.

Agnieszka United Kingdom
8.3
Very good
505 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The hotel is just a perfect well kept English Lakes gem. Absolutely wonderful to stay.”
    Matthew Matthew United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great location walked straight into the hills from the hotel. Bed very comfortable with great pillows slept like a log. Breakfast delicious. Very quiet, friendly staff.”
    Smithwhite Smithwhite United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room was nice if a little small but comfy enough. Food in the restaurant was very delicious but a little skimpy with the lamb in the Sunday roast.”
    Martin Martin United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Wi-Fi wasn’t an issue. The weekend was all about spending time with my son.”
    Timothy Timothy United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The breakfast was great, with a selection of cereals and pastries from their continental spread and the cooked breakfast (the full cumbrian) was spot on.”
    Conah Conah United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room was lovely, very spacious and very well equipped, loved the bathroom. Breakfast was cooked beautifully and dinner was exceptional.”
    Michelle Michelle United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “A fantastic hotel! We were filming in the local area and the hotel was perfect. Katie and the rest of the team were friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate our requests.”
    Francesca Francesca United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Absolutely wonderful hotel, staff very accommodating for both early check in and early check out. Could recommend more”
    Joseph Joseph United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff was really friendly and helpful, room comfortable and and breakfast delicious”
    Anna Anna United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Beautiful surroundings, very comfortable and clean room. Close to Scaffel. All people working in hotel very very nice. Delicious Breakfast, great hot options.”
    Agnieszka Agnieszka United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi 4.6
Low score for Rosthwaite

Scafell Hotel in Borrowdale is surrounded by mountains and peaceful meadows. Overlooking the river, the Riverside Bar has a cosy fireplace and each bedroom has a digital LCD TV.

The elegant lounge at Hotel Scafell has views of the gardens and the Borrowdale Valley. The bar offers light meals, snacks and real ales and over 60 malt whiskies.

Some of the stylish bedrooms have traditional antique furniture or countryside views. Each room features a radio, a modern en suite bathroom and tea/coffee facilities.

The restaurant serves a menu of English and international dishes, featuring meat, game and fish. A full English breakfast or continental breakfast is available.

Set in the English Lake District, the shores of Derwent Water are less than a 5-minute drive from the Scafell. The hotel is an ideal base from which to explore the many local walking routes.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Scafell Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 3 Aug 2005.

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Most popular facilities

Pets allowed
Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free parking available at the hotel

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Guest reviews

8.3
Very good · 505 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money7.8
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi 4.6
Low score for Rosthwaite

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Matthew United Kingdom

    “The hotel is just a perfect well kept English Lakes gem. Absolutely wonderful to stay.”

  • Smithwhite United Kingdom

    “Great location walked straight into the hills from the hotel. Bed very comfortable with great pillows slept like a log. Breakfast delicious. Very quiet, friendly staff.”

  • Martin United Kingdom

    “Room was nice if a little small but comfy enough. Food in the restaurant was very delicious but a little skimpy with the lamb in the Sunday roast. Hotel location is stunning, Borrowdale Valley is beautiful.”

  • Timothy United Kingdom

    “Wi-Fi wasn’t an issue. The weekend was all about spending time with my son.”

  • Conah United Kingdom

    “The breakfast was great, with a selection of cereals and pastries from their continental spread and the cooked breakfast (the full cumbrian) was spot on. The staff were really helpful and had such great knowledge of the area. I would recommend Scafell Hotel to anyone who is keen on the outdoors, as it’s in a prime spot with only a 6 minute drive from the foot of scafell pike”

  • Michelle United Kingdom

    “Room was lovely, very spacious and very well equipped, loved the bathroom. Breakfast was cooked beautifully and dinner was exceptional.”

  • Francesca United Kingdom

    “A fantastic hotel! We were filming in the local area and the hotel was perfect. Katie and the rest of the team were friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate our requests. Excellent breakfast.”

  • Joseph United Kingdom

    “Absolutely wonderful hotel, staff very accommodating for both early check in and early check out. Could recommend more”

  • Anna United Kingdom

    “The staff was really friendly and helpful, room comfortable and and breakfast delicious”

  • Agnieszka United Kingdom

    “Beautiful surroundings, very comfortable and clean room. Close to Scaffel. All people working in hotel very very nice. Delicious Breakfast, great hot options.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Are pets allowed in the family room?
    YES PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE FAMILY ROOMS
    Asked about: Family Room • Answered on 13 January 2020
  • Is there groundfloor rooms available.
    Yes, please request these rooms upon booking.
    Answered on 23 June 2020
  • Are pets allowed in the single rooms please? Thanks
    Dogs are allowed in the single rooms at £6.00 per dog, per night - Kind Regards Scafell Hotel Team.
    Asked about: Single Room • Answered on 9 March 2020
  • Are hair dryers in the room .
    ALL OUR BEDROOMS HAVE HAIRDRYERS
    Asked about: Classic Double Room • Answered on 13 January 2020
  • on 16 th october this year its our 50 th wedding anniversary . we stayed at the Scafell Hotel in room 25 . Does that room still exist ? We had the romantic notion of coming back to stay . For your amusement . we paid the princely sum of £60 and 13 pence for 7 nights .
    Hello Room 25 does still exist. Would love to welcome you back to Scafell for your special occasion.
    Answered on 23 August 2021

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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
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What's nearby
  • Cat Bells
    3.2 miles
  • Derwentwater
    3.8 miles
  • Buttermere
    4.9 miles
  • Theatre by the Lake
    5 miles
  • Scafell Pike
    5.8 miles
  • Wastwater Lake
    6 miles
  • Go Ape Whinlatter Forest Park
    6.8 miles
  • Whinlatter Forest Park
    6.9 miles
  • Rydal Water
    8 miles
  • Rydal Mount & Gardens
    8.4 miles
Top attractions
  • Wasdale
    8.8 miles
  • Grizedale Forest
    12 miles
Natural beauty
  • Lake Dewentwater
    3 miles
  • Mountain Scarfell Pike
    7 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 restaurant on site

    Restaurant

    Cuisine: British

    Open for: Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

Facilities of Scafell Hotel

Most popular facilities

Pets allowed
Bar
Outdoors
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Room service
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
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Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

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Check-in

15:00 - 23:00

Check-out

08:00 - 11:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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The fine print

FAQs about Scafell Hotel

  • Room options at Scafell Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Twin/Double
    • Single

  • Guests staying at Scafell Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Check-in at Scafell Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Scafell Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking
    • Free parking

  • The prices at Scafell Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Scafell Hotel is 100 yards from the centre of Rosthwaite.

  • Scafell Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Scafell Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bicycle rental (additional charge)