Nestled in the incredible Lake District National Park, Keswick is a small market town in northwest England. It’s surrounded by countryside and mountains, making it the perfect choice for a dog-friendly holiday. It’s not just about outdoor adventures, though. Keswick also has a number of cultural and historical attractions to explore, including The Cumberland Pencil Museum, the Keswick Museum & Art Gallery and Castlerigg Stone Circle.
Those in search of somewhere to stay will definitely be pleased with our dog-friendly hotels in Keswick. From luxury bed and breakfast hotels with views over the water to charming guest houses set amidst the dramatic countryside, we really do have it all in our dog-friendly Lake District hotels collection. Browse our 3 to 5-star rated properties and see the likes of en-suite accommodation, swimming pools and spas. In some cases, your pups will be treated to a range of pooch-friendly treats in-room too!
Visitors have been flocking to Keswick for decades with their four-legged friends in tow — and it’s not hard to see why. Spend your days trying activities like hiking, climbing, wild water swimming and even kayaking. Or take it easy with a gentle wander through meadows and grasslands before stopping off at an award-winning pub. One thing’s for sure: Keswick deserves to be on your travel bucket list and we’re sure to have accommodation to suit.
505 properties
Hotel in Portinscale, Keswick · 0.82 mi from centre
7.0
201 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Derwentwater Hotel in Keswick, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lodore Falls and Womenrock. This hotel is 16.5 mi (26.5 km) from Ullswater and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Derwentwater.
Hotel in Keswick · 0.04 mi from centre
8.6
978 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in the heart of Keswick, the refurbished Skiddaw Hotel offers good food, and spacious rooms with tea/coffee making facilities. There is free WiFi throughout the hotel, and parking permits available at an extra cost for the car park near the hotel. The hotel's restaurant, Brasserie 31, serves seasonal menus of local produce, while the lounge bar offers drinks, bar meals and our Hiker's Picnic Board - a savoury twist on traditional afternoon tea. A full Cumbrian or continental breakfast is provided each morning, made using the finest locally sourced ingredients. Surrounded by dramatic lakes and mountains of the Lake District, Skiddaw Hotel is a short walk from Keswick’s shops and cafés. Derwentwater is less than a 5-minute drive away. The hotel has a conservatory lounge overlooking the market square, with food and drink served all day. Discounted vouchers for local attractions are available from reception.
Hotel in Keswick · 2.86 mi from centre
8.3
1,166 reviews
Breakfast available
Overlooking picturesque Lake Derwentwater, the four-star Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa is set in forty acres of tranquil land with a waterfall and a lakeshore. Views across the lakes or mountains feature in many of the rooms at Lodore Falls. Free Wi-Fi is provided, and the elegant rooms also feature tea and coffee facilities. Mizu Pan Asian Restaurant serves a selection of Japanese, Chinese and Thai-inspired dishes, freshly prepared from the finest ingredients with a Lake District twist. The Falls Spa offers a thermal suite with twelve different heat experiences, five treatment rooms, an exclusive Champagne bar and an outdoor infinity-edge vitality pool, with neck jets, underwater loungers and stunning views. Guests staying in a Lodore Suite or Deluxe Spa Suite receive two hours of complimentary access to the spa per day, bookable once your reservation is confirmed. Guests staying in all other room types can book two hours of access to the spa, subject to availability at an additional cost. The Falls Brasserie award-winning Lake View Restaurant has a varied menu of local produce and fine cuisine, serving light meals and afternoon teas. The lounge bar offers cocktails, real ales and afternoon tea. Spa is undergoing an upgrade and will be closed from 28th October 2024 until 10th November 2024. The hotel is next to a variety of woodland trails, just five miles from Keswick.
Hostel in Keswick, Threlkeld · 5.24 mi from centre
8.3
806 reviews
Situated in Threlkeld, 12 km from Derwentwater, The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 23 km of Askham Hall. The property is non-smoking and is set 25 km from Buttermere. World of Beatrix Potter is 40 km from the hostel, while Lake Windermere is 42 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 118 km away.
Bed & breakfast in Keswick · 4.28 mi from centre
8.6
197 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Keswick, The Lodge In The Vale is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Hellvellyn and Castlerigg Stone Circle. This bed & breakfast is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Lake Windermere and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Lodore Falls.
Apartment in Keswick · 0.52 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
With a stay at Brigham Farm Apartments in Keswick, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lodore Falls and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. This apartment is 14.3 mi (23.1 km) from Ullswater and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from The Puzzling Place.
Bed and breakfast in Keswick, Bassenthwaite · 4.82 mi from centre
9.3
189 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Bassenthwaite, in the North of Lake District National Park, Highside B&B offers relaxed accommodation, free Wi-Fi throughout and free public parking on site. The property is set right off the A591 road, only 13 minutes' drive from the renowned market town of Keswick. Each room at Highside B&B features an en suite bathroom with a shower. Some rooms offer views overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake, and all rooms have mountain views. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes an à la carte selection of yogurts, cereals, toasts, fruits, and beverages. A continental breakfast hamper is also available. The property is happy to accommodate any dietary requirements. This bed and breakfast is set in a Grade I listed working farm house dating back to 1668. The house retains many of its original features, whilst providing the comforts of modern day living. There is an array of different walks guests can take straight from the farmhouse door. Other popular activities in the area include hiking, fishing and cycling.
Hotel in Grasmere · 10.83 mi from centre
8.4
2,578 reviews
Breakfast available
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Grasmere – the heart of the Lake District; and at the heart of Grasmere is The Inn at Grasmere, the original Inn of Grasmere, where travelers have come for centuries to stop, rest and enjoy the Lakes. The Inn at Grasmere is part and parcel of the historic village. With breathtaking views in a central location, the Inn provides visitors with easy access to the Lakes District in a luxurious setting. Ancient traditions and modern comfort come together in The Inn at Grasmere, the heart of Grasmere. Your home away from home. Our Inn has stylish rooms and a on site Leisure Centre which features a sauna, chill room and heated swimming pool. Limited car parking is available on site free of charge. We also have parking at our sister hotel a 2 minute walk away providing us with ample parking. All of our rooms at The Inn At Grasmere are newly refurbished with new carpets, deco, beds, bathrooms, also have free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, as well as a power shower/bath, H2K of Harrogate toiletries and lots of luxury touches. 1769 Bar & Restaurant features a traditional menu of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients with the hotel's Lakeland Bar & Restaurant offering a selection of real ales and bar meals. We also have a delightful Courtyard where you can unwind and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The Inn at Grasmere is set in the centre of the village, with walking and hiking routes right on the property's doorstep. The hotel is situated in a prime location for easy access to neighbouring locations and a bus stop is conveniently located across the road from the property. Ambleside is 6.9 km away, while Keswick is 20 km away.
Hotel in Grasmere, Ambleside · 10.52 mi from centre
8.4
419 reviews
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Located in Ambleside, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Wordsworth Museum and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. This upscale hotel is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Lake Windermere and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.
Hotel in Glenridding, Penrith · 8.57 mi from centre
8.2
96 reviews
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When you stay at The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group in Penrith, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Ullswater and Lake Windermere. This upscale hotel is 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Derwentwater.
Hotel in Keswick · 6.60 mi from centre
8.8
149 reviews
When you stay at Armathwaite Hall Hotel in Keswick, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Lake District Wildlife Park and Bassenthwaite Lake. This spa hotel is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Lodore Falls and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Dubwath Silver Meadows.
Hotel in Keswick · 6.54 mi from centre
8.0
554 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Keswick, Lake District Castle Inn is on a lake – a 2-minute drive from Lake District Wildlife Park and 11 minutes from Derwentwater. This hotel is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Theatre By The Lake and 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from Castlerigg Stone Circle.
Guest house in Grasmere · 11.05 mi from centre
9.2
439 reviews
Breakfast available
Set in an acre of gardens, in the picturesque village of Grasmere, Lake View Country House is located in the heart of the Lake District, in a recently-renovated period property with original features. There is private access to Grasmere lake-shore. Free parking is available on site. Each of the stylish rooms has an en-suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, tea and coffee facilities and luxury toiletries. Most of the rooms have lake and mountain views. Our latest and very popular addition is an infrared sauna, which is free to use for house guests. A Full English breakfast with vegetarian and healthy options is available at The Good Sport gastro-pub a short stroll away. It also offers a selection of Grasmere Brewery beers, which are brewed on-site at Lake View Country House. All guests receive a discount at The Good Sport. Lake View Country House is situated just 4 miles from Ambleside town centre, a 20-minute drive from Windermere and a 30-minute drive from Keswick. The hotel offers a scenic location, with walking routes available from the front door.
Guesthouse in Cockermouth · 6.40 mi from centre
9.0
107 reviews
Breakfast available
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Located in Cockermouth, Ouse Bridge House is a 1-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake and 7 minutes from Lake District Wildlife Park. This guest house is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Derwentwater and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Theatre By The Lake.
Hotel in Wigton · 7.06 mi from centre
9.4
25 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Wigton, Overwater Hall is within a 10-minute drive of Lake District Wildlife Park and Mirehouse & Gardens. This hotel is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Isel Hall and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Keswick Museum and Art Gallery.
Guest house in Mungrisdale, Troutbeck · 7.11 mi from centre
8.9
182 reviews
Located in Troutbeck and only 15 km from Derwentwater, Lane Head Farm Country Guest House provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated guest house is located 20 km from Askham Hall and 29 km from Buttermere. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside. At the guest house, all units have a desk, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guests can have wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Continental and vegetarian breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available daily at the guest house. Guests can chill out in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. World of Beatrix Potter is 36 km from Lane Head Farm Country Guest House, while Lake Windermere is 44 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 115 km from the property.
Hotel in Cockermouth · 7.17 mi from centre
9.2
238 reviews
Located in Cockermouth, Embleton Spa Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Bassenthwaite Lake and Dubwath Silver Meadows. This hotel is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Lodore Falls and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Sale Fell.
Inn in Mungrisdale, Penrith · 7.35 mi from centre
8.4
214 reviews
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Set in Penrith, 18 km from Derwentwater, The Mill Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is situated 31 km from Buttermere, 40 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 48 km from Lake Windermere. The property is non-smoking and is located 24 km from Askham Hall. All units in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The units at The Mill Inn come with a private bathroom and bed linen. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Guests at The Mill Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Penrith, like cycling. Brougham Castle is 22 km from the inn, while Cat Bells is 22 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 119 km from the property.
Apartment in Wigton · 9.40 mi from centre
9.2
13 reviews
Situated in Wigton, within 23 km of Derwentwater and 32 km of Buttermere, Secluded Pine Lodge 2 features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property has garden views and is 46 km from Askham Hall and 24 km from Whinlatter Forest Park. Featuring a private bathroom, units at the apartment complex also boast free WiFi, while some rooms have a balcony. Cat Bells is 25 km from the apartment, while Brougham Castle is 42 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 121 km away.
Holiday home in Wigton · 9.46 mi from centre
9.6
28 reviews
Snittlegarth Farm Lodges, a property with a garden, is set in Wigton, 23 km from Derwentwater, 32 km from Buttermere, as well as 46 km from Askham Hall. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. In good weather, guests are welcome to sit outside. The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Whinlatter Forest Park is 24 km from the holiday home, while Cat Bells is 24 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 121 km from the property.
Whatever your dream Lake District staycation looks like, there’s a village or town to call home for a few days. Knowing where to stop off can be hard but we’ve rounded up the most popular areas to suit all ages and needs:
Discover the allure of Derwentwater! Nestled in the breathtaking Lake District, this picturesque gem offers scenic boat trips, stunning walking trails, and peaceful lakeside picnics. Unwind in nature's embrace and explore its beauty.
Address: Derwentwater, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ
Immerse yourself in the mystique of Castlerigg Stone Circle! Dating back over 5,000 years, this ancient marvel enchants visitors with its awe-inspiring aura. Experience the magic of standing among the ancient stones and soak in the panoramic views of the Lake District. Address: Castle Lane, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RN
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