Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Luxury Spa Hotel on Bassenthwaite Lake
- Bassenthwaite, Lake District & Cumbria
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Nestled on the serene shores of Bassenthwaite Lake, Armathwaite Hall Hotel beckons both you and your four-legged companions to indulge in a truly memorable holiday experience amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District. This enchanting retreat, once a grand stately home and now privately-owned, is ensconced within 400 acres of pristine deer park and verdant woodlands, offering unparalleled vistas of the majestic Skiddaw mountains and the picturesque Lake District Fells. For your furry friends, it's nothing short of a canine haven!
After exhilarating adventures exploring the local treasures, you can retreat to the comfort of your room, leaving Fido to snooze away the day's excitement while you unwind at Armathwaite Hall's acclaimed spa. This haven of relaxation boasts an array of accolades, including a thermal suite, luxurious treatment rooms, an inviting infinity pool, and an outdoor hot tub. Pro-tip: make sure to reserve your spot in advance to ensure a seamless experience. Armathwaite Hall Hotel prides itself on offering a timeless yet contemporary countryside spa experience in the heart of the Lake District. Here, amidst the tranquil rural setting, guests can indulge in the epitome of comfort and luxury, with a range of bespoke treatments meticulously designed to elevate both physical and mental well-being.
The hotel has carefully curated a collection of dog-friendly bedrooms tailored to accommodate guests traveling with their beloved companions. Strategically situated on the ground floor, these rooms offer seamless access to the hotel's patio areas and gardens. Each dog-friendly room comes equipped with essential amenities, including a cozy dog bed, cushion, treats, and waste bags, ensuring a comfortable stay for both guests and their furry friends. Additionally, the hotel warmly welcomes well-behaved dogs to join their owners in the Hall Lounge from 10.00am to 7.00pm, fostering a relaxing environment where everyone can dine and unwind together. To further enhance the experience, a convenient doggy hairdryer is provided for pet owners to use in case their canine companions get damp after enjoying the picturesque Lakeland trails.
But that's not all — This property features Adaptil calming rooms with wellbeing guides, and calming communal spaces using Adaptil Calm Diffusers, Adaptil Travel Sprays at reception, and Douxo Calm Shampoos to borrow for mucky pups.
Highlights
- Award winning spa
- Beautifully scenic close to Bassenthwaite Lake
- Estate activities from fell walking, archery and Falconry
Pooch perks
- 400 acres of deerland and woodland
- Dog beds, bowls and treats provided
Bow Wow Factor
Has to be the 400 acres of a private estate for your pooch to explore! They'll even have access to sniff around Bassenthwaite Lake, one of the largest lakes in the National Park.
There are a number of dog-friendly ground floor rooms with easy access to the gardens. All bedrooms have lovely lake views, Egyptian cotton bed linen, TV with Sky channels, hairdryer, trouser press, tea & coffee making facilities, bathrobes and slippers and fresh fruit on arrival. All furry guests will receive a dog bed with a comfy cushion, dog treats and waste bags on arrival. There is even a doggie hairdryer available!
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Dine with Your Dog
With the abundance of locally sourced seasonal produce and specialties from Cumbria, the culinary team at Armathwaite Hall craft an array of dishes influenced by traditional English cuisine and French gastronomy. Guests can indulge in a delightful culinary experience alongside their four-legged companions, as they are welcome to join for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea in the inviting ambiance of the Hall Lounge from 10am to 7pm. However, for pets seeking a more relaxed environment, they are welcome to stay comfortably in their owner's room during meal times. Additionally, guests have the option to explore the charming town of Keswick, where they'll find an array of wonderful dog-friendly eateries to enjoy alongside their furry friends.
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Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa Reviews
- 94 reviews
- Member since January 2025
Cumbria, CA12 4RE
Lovely hotel in beautiful surroundings
We booked Armathwaite Hall for a special 2 day weekend treat, the hotel was very busy with weddings on both Saturday and Sunday, the room allocated to us was not as shown in the brochure it was tired and in need of refurbishment, a big disappointment. The staff without exception were excellent, the restaurant service / food equally excellent. I would book again but insist on a room as shown in the brochure and book Monday to Thursday when hopefully the hotel was catering for none wedding guests.
We say...
Thank you for your feedback following your stay at Armathwaite Hall.
Your comments have been forwarded to the hotel and they are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the food and experienced excellent service. They have confirmed that you were allocated one of their club rooms, being a traditional spacious room in the main house, however it is one that is next in line for refurbishment.
Kind regards
Offpeakluxury
OK, but wouldn't go back.
We booked a one night stay with 5 course meal and use of the Spa facilities, via OffPeakLuxury.com. We also thought we'd take advantage of the lovely walks in the area and so we also paid an upgrade to bring our dog. This was great as the hotel provided a dog bed (we took our own anyway), some poop bags and a bag of treats.
The spa is lovely, we loved the outdoor hot tub (in the rain) and the thermal suite. We didn't use the gym but it looked well equipped and not too busy. The food was also amazing quality and presented really nicely (portions were small but after 5 courses I was full, although husband could have eaten all 5 courses again!) The hotel staff were also very polite, efficient and attentive. The hotel grounds were also really well kept and very well presented. There endeth our list of positives!
We were on the ground floor which was the main thoroughfare to a wedding going on down the hall. So it got noisy at night and there were always loads of people passing, the dog wasn't happy with all the noise outside the door so was very disgruntled while we were in the room and was awake, grumbling and pacing for most of the night. Secondly, the plumbing in the room was SO noisy. Every time someone in the room next door or above, turned the tap on or flushed the loo, there was a series of loud knocks that seemed to come from behind the wall, like the boiler or something. With wedding guests returning to their rooms at all times of the night, this banging went on ALL night, so we didn't really get any sleep. Thirdly, I think the waste water pipe from the rooms above, ran down a pipe in our room, so it sounded as though water was coming through the ceiling at about 6am when someone decided to have a shower.
Lastly, this hotel is NOT dog friendly. Our poor pooch wasn't allowed anywhere in the hotel, not even the bar area etc, so she had to stay in the room for most of our stay. We were able to take her out for walks etc but given that it was chucking down with rain, it would have been nice if we could have taken her to the brasserie or even the Reception area, to just sit and have a coffee while she was with us. I don't see why this hotel would call itself 'dog friendly' or state 'we welcome dogs' if they have to stay confined to the room. I purposely booked this hotel because we could take our dog, so this was really disappointing - especially as dog walking in the Lake District is so popular.
One more thing which we found disappointing, is that no one pointed out to us, before we arrived, that there was a formal dress code for evening dinner. My husband didn't bring a suit, or suit trousers, but had brought smart jeans and a were approached by the Head waiter as we tried to enter the Lake View Restaurant, and asked whether we had received an email about the dress code, but we hadn't received any information whatsoever before our arrival. After a little 'telling off' we were allowed in eventually, but "only because it is quiet" This didn't start the evening off on a good foot. The food and service was excellent however, but the atmosphere was so stuffy and not at all relaxed.
All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed the walks around Armathwaite Hall, the spa facilities and the good food and drink, but we tried to spend as little time inside the hotel as possible. The interior is very tired and old fashioned and the room wasn't of 4* standard. Had a nice time but won't be returning.
Interesting
We were very disappointed with room we booked after much deliberation we were offered an upgrade payable to a suite .although bigger this hotel needs a refurb all
A bit tired and with Covid you aren t getting the full service and is expensive
The staff were very friendly and the food all in all very good
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Bassenthwaite
Cumbria
CA12 4RE
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Location & Local Attractions
Situated within the Lake District National Park, there are miles and miles of country and fell walks for you and your best furry friend to enjoy. Walk around the lakes and tarns, have a sniff around the hotel grounds, bike through Whinlatter Forest and breathe in that salty air along Solway coast. If you have time, The Cat Bells & Lakeshore is well worth a visit with your furry family members. Enjoy the stunning views and an absolutely wonderful walk for everyone visiting Keswick. You can also follow this up with an amazing lunch at the equally fabulous The Chalet at Portinscale!
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