Scafell Hotel
Rosthwaite, Borrowdale, Rosthwaite, CA12 5XB, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 657 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Great location. A mix of old charm and modern facilities. Relaxed atmosphere. Enjoyed dinner in the restaurant.
United Kingdom
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.- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Bar
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- Paul
United Kingdom“Great location. A mix of old charm and modern facilities. Relaxed atmosphere. Enjoyed dinner in the restaurant.” - DebbieanneUnited Kingdom“I loved that I had a bath in my room! When on the Coast to Coast trail, that is the dream!! The hotel felt like it was of a good standard, a proper hotel. The staff were super friendly and professional especially the receptionist. The TV...”
- CCharlesUnited Kingdom“The food was excellent and you are in the heart of the Lake District. What could be better?”
DavidUnited Kingdom“Lovely quiet location, large comfortable room, helpful staff and grat breakfast”- JJUnited Kingdom“First class breakfast . Proper smoked haddock and perfect poached eggs Great service. Table cloths !”
SheilaUnited Kingdom“Friendly, helpful staff, quiet room with a lovely aspect”- RRichardUnited Kingdom“Location in Borrowdale valley meant lots of mountains to climb right on the doorstep.Manager Jason was very knowledgeable about the mountains and although busy would grant me a few minutes to wax lyrical about what I had seen. Attentive staff in...”
- PPeterUnited Kingdom“Excellent location for easy access to the mountain trails, reception were very helpful and welcoming the adjoinng pub served delicious food”
JanUnited Kingdom“Lovely location, great service, very clean , meals delicious. Was in the annexe as I was travelling with my furry bestie it was perfect,”- SteedUnited Kingdom“Great breakfast included!!! This hotel is in a lovely location and was great value for money.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Are pets allowed in the family room?
YES PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE FAMILY ROOMSAnswered on 13 January 2020Is there groundfloor rooms available.
Yes, please request these rooms upon booking.Answered on 23 June 2020Are 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.Answered on 9 March 2020Is it possible to book a table for evening meal. I read that it’s limited for evening meals due to staffing issues.
It is possible to book in the hotel restaurant for an evening meal.Answered on 23 August 2021Are hair dryers in the room .
ALL OUR BEDROOMS HAVE HAIRDRYERSAnswered on 13 January 2020Hi are dogs allowed in the classic double room?
Yes they are, we charge £6.00 per dog per night for our four legged guests.Answered on 23 August 2021- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- Open forDinner
Facilities of Scafell HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.4
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Bar
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
- Garden
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Luggage storage
- Packed lunches
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Room service
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
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.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cash
Scafell Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
FAQs about Scafell Hotel
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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.
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Scafell Hotel is 100 yards from the centre of Rosthwaite. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Scafell Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Room options at Scafell Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin
- Family
- Twin/Double
- Single
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Scafell Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Bicycle rental
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Guests staying at Scafell Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
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Scafell Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
