Skelwith Bridge Hotel

Skelwith Bridge Hotel - A 3-star lakeside retreat with log fires, à la carte dining, and outdoor access

Skelwith Bridge Hotel features 28 en-suite rooms, including dog-friendly accommodations and the accessible Grasmere Suite with private garden access. Guests choose between single, twin, double, or superior queen rooms-some with bath-and-shower combinations. The Talbot Bar serves Lakeland comfort food and a selection of draught beers like Jennings ales and Warsteiner, along with an à la carte restaurant offering dishes such as Classic Bolognese with tagliatelle (£15). Located 1 km from Elter Water, the property provides direct access to fell walking and cycling routes, with Lake Grasmere and Rydal Cave within 3 km. A games room and garden terrace are available for leisure.

Pros

The Grasmere Suite includes wet-room showers and private garden access.

On-site dining serves local specialities like Lakeland Bedrock gin and regionally sourced meats.

Proximity to outdoor activities, with Elter Water and Skelwith Fold both 1 km away.

Cons

No dedicated spa or wellness facilities on-site.

Superior rooms incur a £40 single-occupancy supplement.