Penrith

Travel Guide

Penrith
Penrith
Penrith
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Where to stay in Penrith

Newton Rigg

While Newton Rigg isn't home to many top sights, Rheged and Lowther Castle and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Newton Rigg
North Lakes Hotel And Spa
North Lakes Hotel And Spa
4 out of 5
Ullswater Road, Penrith, England
The price is SAR 423 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
SAR 423
SAR 507 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (891 reviews)
"Great room and lovely food in the evening. Didn’t stay for breakfast as early work start."

Reviewed on 5 June 2025

North Lakes Hotel And Spa
The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
4 out of 5
Glenridding, Penrith, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 529 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
SAR 529
SAR 634 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a bar/lounge. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (158 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay in a Beautiful part of the lake's staff very attentive and helpful would recommend to anyone"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
Roundthorn Country House and Luxury Apartments
Roundthorn Country House and Luxury Apartments
5 out of 5
Beacon Edge, Penrith, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury country house in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with gorgeous views. Excellent service. Only slight problem was the narrow staircase up to the top floor where our rooms were."

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

Roundthorn Country House and Luxury Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Orton Hall, Royalist Suite
Orton Hall, Royalist Suite
Orton
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Orton Community Park and Kennedys ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"The apartment is a real gem in a special building. It has a bookcase for a door!"

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

Orton Hall, Royalist Suite
Stoney Steps, a spacious apartment in the heart of the English Lake District
Stoney Steps, a spacious apartment in the heart of the English Lake District
Penrith
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ullswater and Glenridding Sailing ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Just perfect!
"Not only is Glenridding a wonderful place in Lake District and an absolute recommendation, but to have this great apartment as a "home base" made our vacation perfect!Stoney Steps is a clean and very well equipped accommodation from where you can do lots of activities!Everything was perfect! Thank ..."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Stoney Steps, a spacious apartment in the heart of the English Lake District
Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District
Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District
Troutbeck
Stay at this cottage in Penrith. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ullswater and Rookin House Activity Centre are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (113 reviews)
Peaceful cottage.
"Can’t fault the property or the location. Overall our stay was peaceful and relaxed. Ideal spot to base yourself for the Lake District. Dog friendly and access to a large field at the rear."

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Character Cottage with fabulous mountain views in the North Lakes District
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Penrith

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Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lovely little town with nice shops. It is difficult to drive in because there are a majority of one way streets so if you miss what you are looking for you have to make a big circle. However, the restaurants and shopping facilities are nice.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We hired guide for Hadrians wall, Peter Carney. He was fabulous, well worth the price. He can be found by internet search.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

One shop in three was boarded up and closed

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Windermere was beautiful 20 minutes drive over beautiful mountains with lovely views. Tight Z roads with Sheep and Goats.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Enjoyed the castle and grounds

4/5 - Good

Beth

The King Arthur jousting area is near, if you belive in folklore.