Bassenthwaite Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Armathwaite Hall Hotel
Great atmosphere staff pool & spa this was our 2nd visit & looking forward to next year to stay at Armathwaite again
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Lake District Castle Inn
Room 31 was clean and tidy, but the shower was too hot, and a leaking tap. The room we were moved to (127) was also very clean and tidy. The staff were very nice and helpful. The hot tub/jaccuzi could have been warmer. When we went in it was not very warm.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Ravenstone Manor
Room was spotless with fantastic views. Staff couldn't have been more friendly
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Halston
Room was quiet and large.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

The Old Wool House Apartments
Perfect place to stay, right in the middle of the city. You have all you need here
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

2 South Street
Popular places to visit

Derwentwater
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Derwentwater during your travels in Keswick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Hellvellyn
Explore the great outdoors at Hellvellyn, a lovely green space in Patterdale. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Honister Slate Mine
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Skiddaw
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Skiddaw during your travels in Keswick. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Find out about the history of St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn when you spend time at Castlerigg Stone Circle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Hope Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hope Park, a lovely green space in Keswick. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do

Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Northern Lake District: Self Guided Walking Tour of Keswick









