Name: The Royal Kings Arms
Address: Market Street, Lancaster, LA1 1HP, United Kingdom, Market Street, Lancashire, LA1 1HP, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £60 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.1

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The Royal Kings Arms

Market Street, Lancaster, LA1 1HP, United Kingdom –

*8.7* Trough of Bowland: only 5 minutes away! (400 yards on foot)

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15 May 2016

Hotel being substantially upgraded, nice bright room with views across to the Pennines across the rooftops. Central location with free parking just behind (subject to availability), narrow entrance but signed. Interesting lift - old-fashioned but listed! Great location, very central.

Christopher, United Kingdom

Dinner was delicious, though pricey. The room itself was lovely, with beautiful high ceiling and shower/bath + toilet ensuite. Mattress was a little soft for my taste, but still comfortable. The decor is fantastic and it's just a couple minutes walk from the train station.

Connor, United Kingdom

The attention from staff at Reception, Dinner and Breakfast was exceptional.

Edward, United Kingdom

The staff were fabulous. So friendly and helpful. Renovation was in progress. A little bit loud but not a problem. I would definitely visit this hotel again and again. Carnt wait to visit when the full renovation is done. Well done to all the staff who all 'Living through it'. Hopefully see you soon.

Kathy, United Kingdom

Excellent position in town. Staff exceptionally helpful. Excellent breakfast.

Isabel, United Kingdom

The hotel is being refurbished and the reception area bar and a new brasserie are now on the ground floor. The dining room is located on the first floor and has been redecorated. The breakfast choices are varied and also include local foods. I noted the dining room now appears to cook evening meals but we had arranged to go out as the last time we visited there was a very limited choice. The manager who was new last year has made significant improvements to the hotel since we visited in 2017. The hotel is located very close to the castle, bus and railway stations. It is very handy for the City Centre.

Fiona, United Kingdom

We arrived during upgrades and renovations, which are looking very promising in giving a modern look,yet staying true to the age and heritage of the building when the rooms are done it should look really nice.the room was very small for a twin room, yet functional and i felt comfortable and safe.The staff are friendly and helpful,always ready with a smile and a warm hello.I loved the location of the hotel only 5 minutes from the train station and right across the road from town.

Maria, United Kingdom

The hotel is practically in the city center, 5 minutes away walking from the bus station and so from the train station. It has been renovated so everything inside seems new. It is a clean hotel with a very friendly staff and excellent location. The room I had was with a street view. A little bit noisy when the windows are opened but the view was beautiful and the room was excellent - large, clean and comfortable. Free coffee and tea is at your disposal during all your stay in the room. An excellent morning is served every morning in the restaurant - croissants, toasts, yoghurt, cheese and everything you want from a continental breakfast incl. fruits. A cooked dish can prepared if you prefer it.

Vladoslavov, Bulgaria

The bed was comfy. The staff were pleasant. The location was excellent

Jackie, United Kingdom

Hotel was very central. Seemed to have a very dated interior, but carried it off very well. Room was well equipped with tea and toiletries.

Euan, United Kingdom

This city-centre hotel is 200 yards from Lancaster Castle and 550 yards from Lancaster Rail Station. It has free Wi-Fi.

Guests at The Royal Kings Arms can enjoy drinks in the lounge. Each room also has a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee.

In the morning, The Royal Kings Arms serves a varied breakfast menu. The hotel is close to Lancaster's shops, bars and restaurants. The Universities of Cumbria and Lancaster can each be reached in less than 25 minutes by public transport, and the hotel is less than 3 miles from the M6.

The Royal Kings Arms is a good base for day trips to Blackpool and the Lake District, which can be reached in around 45 minutes’ drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room size 140 ft² This room comes with free Wi-Fi, a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Shower • Telephone • Hairdryer • Iron • Trouser Press • Desk • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe/Closet • City view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Can you tell us what you'd like to see here? (We'll use your feedback to improve the information in this section) Enter your feedback Submit No thanks Thank you for your time Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Brilliant! Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room size 140 ft² This room comes equipped with free Wi-Fi, a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Shower • Telephone • Hairdryer • Iron • Trouser Press • Desk • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe/Closet • City view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Can you tell us what you'd like to see here? (We'll use your feedback to improve the information in this section) Enter your feedback Submit No thanks Thank you for your time Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Brilliant! Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room size 86 ft² Features include free Wi-Fi, a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Shower • Telephone • Hairdryer • Iron • Trouser Press • Desk • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe/Closet • City view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Can you tell us what you'd like to see here? (We'll use your feedback to improve the information in this section) Enter your feedback Submit No thanks Thank you for your time Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Brilliant! Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room size 215 ft² Features include free Wi-Fi, a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Shower • Telephone • Hairdryer • Iron • Trouser Press • Desk • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe/Closet • City view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Can you tell us what you'd like to see here? (We'll use your feedback to improve the information in this section) Enter your feedback Submit No thanks Thank you for your time Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Brilliant! Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room size 215 ft² Features include free Wi-Fi, a TV, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Shower • Telephone • Hairdryer • Iron • Trouser Press • Desk • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe/Closet • Landmark view • City view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Can you tell us what you'd like to see here? (We'll use your feedback to improve the information in this section) Enter your feedback Submit No thanks Thank you for your time Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Brilliant! Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room size 140 ft² Rooms are 13 square metres. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Telephone • Hairdryer • Iron • Desk • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe/Closet • City view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Can you tell us what you'd like to see here? (We'll use your feedback to improve the information in this section) Enter your feedback Submit No thanks Thank you for your time Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Brilliant! Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Room size 269 ft² Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Shower • Telephone • Hairdryer • Iron • Desk • Ironing Facilities • Free toiletries • Toilet • Bathroom • Heating • Bath or Shower • Carpeted • Flat-screen TV • View • Electric kettle • Wardrobe/Closet • City view • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Can you tell us what you'd like to see here? (We'll use your feedback to improve the information in this section) Enter your feedback Submit No thanks Thank you for your time Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Brilliant! Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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Property surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!

Closest landmarks

Lancaster Castle
0.1 miles
Trough of Bowland
0.2 miles
Cathedral Church of St Peter
0.4 miles
Ashton with Stodday
2.4 miles
Lancaster University
2.9 miles
Lancaster Forton Services M6
6.3 miles
Burton-in-Kendal Services M6
9.5 miles
Bentham Golf Club
13 miles
Beacon Fell
13.2 miles
Farmer Parrs Animal World
13.9 miles

Restaurants and markets

Lancaset market Market
0 miles

Closest airports

Leeds Bradford International Airport
48 miles
Liverpool John Lennon Airport
49.3 miles
Manchester Airport
52.1 miles

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“a really amazing experience when our family staying here. very convenient, friendly and cozy. Morever, you can soad in the historical buding, imagining your having breakfast with Dekins.”

LIBING

China

“Staff were friendly, very close to the station and easy to get to. Common parts of the building have a lot of character.”

Nora

United Kingdom

“Great location and friendly reception staff.”

Isabelle

United Kingdom

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All children are welcome.

All children under 2 years are charged GBP 10 per night for children's cots/cribs.

The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Reviewed: 22 May 2018

Christopher
United Kingdom

3 helpful votes
8.3

“Nice overnight stop in Lancaster”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Room a bit tired but expect that to be addressed by upgrade
눇Hotel being substantially upgraded, nice bright room with views across to the Pennines across the rooftops. Central location with free parking just behind (subject to availability), narrow entrance but signed. Interesting lift - old-fashioned but listed! Great location, very central.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 22 May 2018

Connor
United Kingdom
9.6

“Great location, decor and room, but a little pricey.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉The bar/restaurant staff took a long time to appear - I went down to the main desk to ask. Breakfast was served much too late for me (08:00 earliest on a Saturday I think). The foyer area is having some redecoration work, but they've got another bar area upstairs so not a massive issue. Still quite expensive.
눇Dinner was delicious, though pricey. The room itself was lovely, with beautiful high ceiling and shower/bath + toilet ensuite. Mattress was a little soft for my taste, but still comfortable. The decor is fantastic and it's just a couple minutes walk from the train station.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 21 May 2018

Edward
United Kingdom
7.1

“Very pleasant experience. Good memories of the staff”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Lift was oldfashioned. Couldn't make the tv work.
눇The attention from staff at Reception, Dinner and Breakfast was exceptional.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 18 May 2018

John
United Kingdom
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Bath tap not working correctly and not notified of ongoing work to hotel
눇Good location

Stayed in April 2018
Reviewed: 17 May 2018

Kathy
United Kingdom
9.6

“Wonderful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Nothing
눇The staff were fabulous. So friendly and helpful. Renovation was in progress. A little bit loud but not a problem. I would definitely visit this hotel again and again. Carnt wait to visit when the full renovation is done. Well done to all the staff who all 'Living through it'. Hopefully see you soon.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 14 May 2018

Isabel
United Kingdom
8.0

Very good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Very difficult to find ones own bedroom (arrows misleading) My room was 111. Creaking floor boards in the corridors.
눇Excellent position in town. Staff exceptionally helpful. Excellent breakfast.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 14 May 2018

Fiona
United Kingdom
7.0

“Room for improvement but getting there”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉The bed was very uncomfortable I could feel the springs in the mattress although it was slightly better than a mattress we had in a nearby caravan park that we visited a couple of weeks ago. The hallway carpet and decor on the second floor where the bedrooms are are very outdated and not pleasant to look at. I am aware the hotel is in the middle of being upgraded and have every confidence that these will be changed in the very near future.
눇The hotel is being refurbished and the reception area bar and a new brasserie are now on the ground floor. The dining room is located on the first floor and has been redecorated. The breakfast choices are varied and also include local foods. I noted the dining room now appears to cook evening meals but we had arranged to go out as the last time we visited there was a very limited choice. The manager who was new last year has made significant improvements to the hotel since we visited in 2017. The hotel is located very close to the castle, bus and railway stations. It is very handy for the City Centre.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 14 May 2018

Maria
United Kingdom
6.7

“Despite my negative comments, the posotives outweigh them. I felt safe warm and comfortable .”
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉My twin room was very small,the look of the room was dated and a bit grotty looking.Things like fans could be bigger and cleaner.We didn't eat much at the hotel as we werent much impressed with the food.mine was greasy and bland.The vegetarian menu needs to be expanded as there was little or no choice for my daughter.
눇We arrived during upgrades and renovations, which are looking very promising in giving a modern look,yet staying true to the age and heritage of the building when the rooms are done it should look really nice.the room was very small for a twin room, yet functional and i felt comfortable and safe.The staff are friendly and helpful,always ready with a smile and a warm hello.I loved the location of the hotel only 5 minutes from the train station and right across the road from town.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 12 May 2018

Shannon
United Kingdom
2.5

“Never again.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Rats in the ceiling, moved rooms at 12am, asked for a refund on our second night which we were told we would get but did not, rude staff, fire alarm going off consistently so that we couldnt get into our room. Awful stay.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 12 May 2018

VladoSlavov
Bulgaria
Age group: 35 – 44
9.6

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
눉The shower was not moving.
눇The hotel is practically in the city center, 5 minutes away walking from the bus station and so from the train station. It has been renovated so everything inside seems new. It is a clean hotel with a very friendly staff and excellent location. The room I had was with a street view. A little bit noisy when the windows are opened but the view was beautiful and the room was excellent - large, clean and comfortable. Free coffee and tea is at your disposal during all your stay in the room. An excellent morning is served every morning in the restaurant - croissants, toasts, yoghurt, cheese and everything you want from a continental breakfast incl. fruits. A cooked dish can prepared if you prefer it.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 8 May 2018

Jackie
United Kingdom
5.0

“The fire evacuation first night was a farce suggest a health and safety review.!!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉The standard of the room was not acceptable. Worst one ever been in using Booking.com Wallpaper peeling old rusting metal Windows held down with bolts. The cold tap over bath did not work. The heat in the room was unbearable with big hot water pipe going around skirting. Unable to turn off. Needs complete refurb.
눇The bed was comfy. The staff were pleasant. The location was excellent

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 8 May 2018

Yvonne
United Kingdom
5.0

Passable
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
눉The rooms disgusting
눇Location

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 7 May 2018

Euan
United Kingdom
9.2

“Exactly what I needed to make a short stay enjoyable.”
- • Group of friends
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Wifi didn't quite stretch to the bed, and the bed itself wasn't incredibly comfortable.
눇Hotel was very central. Seemed to have a very dated interior, but carried it off very well. Room was well equipped with tea and toiletries.

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 7 May 2018

Richard
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Breakfast included on the price then it would have been perfect
눇Central location, staff, parking

Stayed in May 2018
Reviewed: 7 May 2018

Claire
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
6.7

“Too expensive for what it was”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
눉Decor shabby, matresses very thin, windows need replacing and sound proofing
눇Clean, friendly staff

Stayed in May 2018

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