In the heart of Derwentwater, The Derwentwater Hotel offers a warm welcome with a garden and Deers Leap Restaurant. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or connect to in-room WiFi. With helpful staff, luggage storage, and 24-hour front desk services at your fingertips.
The Derwentwater Hotel, Portinscale, Keswick, England, CA12 5RE
What's nearby
Womenrock - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Derwentwater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Derwent Pencil Museum - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Hope Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
Theatre By The Lake - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
Getting around
Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 133 min drive
Penrith Station - 22 min drive
Aspatria Station - 24 min drive
Workington Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
The Wild Strawberry - 19 min walk
Crooked River Tap - 4 min drive
Cafe Hope - 4 min drive
The Lingholm Kitchen - 20 min walk
The Round - 4 min drive
About this property
The Derwentwater Hotel
When visiting Keswick, The Derwentwater Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other features include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
47 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 6 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Fishing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Deers Leap Restaurant - Onsite restaurant.
Derwent Bar - Onsite bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.95 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 6 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
The Derwentwater Hotel Hotel
The Derwentwater Hotel Keswick
The Derwentwater Hotel Hotel Keswick
Frequently asked questions
Does The Derwentwater Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Derwentwater Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Derwentwater Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Derwentwater Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 6 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Derwentwater Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Derwentwater Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Derwentwater Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Deers Leap Restaurant.
What's the area around The Derwentwater Hotel like?
The Derwentwater Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Derwentwater and 17 minutes' walk from Derwent Pencil Museum. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
The Derwentwater Hotel Reviews
7.2
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
7.0
Cleanliness
6.8
Amenities
8.0
Staff & service
5.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
6/10 Good
Dec 20, 2025
Nice lakeside location
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Friendly helpful staff, great location, good food
Marjory
Marjory, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 15, 2025
Overall great experience. Beautiful location and friendly staff. Room was ok but no channels on the TV which is what you need when you've had a day out. Breakfast lovely would stay again
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2025
Excellent location and price
Triada
Triada, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 2, 2026
The Potter suite that I was staying in had the most beautiful view on the lake and the mountains. My comfortable room was being cleaned every day. I can also recommend the bathtub in which I took very relaxing baths. The staff is friendly and accommodated to all of our needs and were overall just very helpful. Taking morning walks to the lake is also something that I enjoyed doing a lot. The hotel truly has a magical garden. I will definitely come back to the Derwentwater Hotel when I visit the Lake District again.
Yann
Yann, 7-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2025
Nice hotel & very dog friendly
Will go back again.
Nigel
Nigel, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2024
Staff were really friendly and the location was excellent.
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Staff were really friendly and accommodating
Gwyn
Gwyn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Old style hotel but clean and bed comfortable. Nice area to walk.
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Really enjoyed my stay, I felt at ease from the get go. Lovely location, beautiful scenery and would definitely return.
Rhea
Rhea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
During our short stay we found the staff to be very helpful and courteous
David
David, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 19, 2025
Good Breakfast
Staff friendly and helpful
Hotel in need of an upgrade
David
David, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 29, 2025
Right on the lake and an easy walk into Keswick. Staff and food excellent
William
William, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Excellent staff
Shaun
Shaun, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 16, 2024
Great Hotel
It was a beautiful hotel with great garden.
The dinner and breakfast was very nice and the staff was very pleasant.
Gurjeevan
Gurjeevan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 4, 2025
Great for the money paid , beautiful location, tired decor. Helpful staff
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2025
Beautiful hotel great space.
Lovely spacious hotel in beautiful grounds and good size car park. Great for visiting Keswick just a short stroll away. They hotel is huge. Breakfast was good. There is signs of age in the decor but quite adequate for an over night stay. A bit of a re fresh wouldn't go a miss but was a friendly welcoming nights stay.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
Lovely scenery but tired hotel
Lovely hotel, very dated and needs a refurb but for hiking trip was value for money.
Beer garden was stunning and lots of grounds to walk over.
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2024
Very lovely hotel. Great walks all around
Tin Wai
Tin Wai, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Walking weekend
Rooms basic but comfortable, overall hotel was dated but clean and staff very friendly
Owen Patrick
Owen Patrick, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2025
Very pleasant and good value
Excellent location and very peaceful. All the staff were very professional and pleasant. The room was spacious with a good sized ensuite bathroom. Having read previous reviews about the hotel we were not surprised or disappointed by the rather dated decor and bathroom. And given the good value of our stay compared to other similar venues, this was clearly factored in.
K E
K E, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 21, 2024
Great break and location
Great location, very friendly staff and dog friendly. The hotel was clean & adequate for a walking weekend.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
Dated but great stay, great staff
Great staff and service, hotel dated, could definitely do with a kettle in the rooms, the location is awesome
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
May 19, 2025
The surrounding gardens lounge nice to sit in.
Needs refurbishment and decorating.
Gillian
Gillian, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Great for overnight stay with dogs
Great for overnight stay with dog. All staff friendly and helpful. Hotel is dated and rooms could be cleaner however bed was comfortable and bar and dining area clean with great breakfast choice. Large enclosed gardens and 15 minute walk into Keswick from back of the hotel (off road country walk)