Royal Oak Hotel, Rosthwaite ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Borrowdale, Rosthwaite, United Kingdom, CA12 5XB

Perfect

9.1

/10

4.7

4.5

“The hotel's location in the stunning Borrowdale Valley made our hiking adventures lovely and truly relaxing.”view full review

Royal Oak Hotel, a 3-star family-run establishment, offers a peaceful retreat in the Borrowdale Valley with an emphasis on locally sourced dishes. Guests can enjoy characterful rooms featuring hypoallergenic bedding, along with amenities such as a drying room and electric car charging station.

Rooms & Amenities

Royal Oak Hotel features a mix of beautifully designed classic and executive en-suite bedrooms, including a self-contained apartment. Each room is equipped with individually sprung mattresses and free WiFi, and many offer scenic views of the beck and fells.

Dining & Beverages

Dining options include a hearty Cumbrian breakfast and a daily changing evening menu, prepared with fresh local ingredients. The on-site bar offers a selection of local ales and fine wines, complementing a relaxed dining atmosphere at the hotel.

Leisure & Activities

Guests can engage in a variety of outdoor activities, including challenging walks and scenic hikes around the stunning landscape, with direct access to many trails. The hotel is dog-friendly, welcoming well-behaved pets in designated areas, including dining rooms.

Location & Transportation

The nearest bus stops are within a short walking distance, providing easy access for guests traveling from nearby Keswick or Penrith rail stations. Local attractions include Castle Crag and Ashness Bridge, both accessible for a day of exploration.

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Royal Oak Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

2 persons

270 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Deluxe Twin Room

2 persons

240 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Single Room

2 persons

140 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

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Standard Twin Room

2 persons

185 sq. feet

2 Single beds

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Facilities

Royal Oak Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Exquisite Meals!

“The three-course dinner we enjoyed exceeded our expectations, offering very nice flavors for just £35.” view full review

Welcoming Features

“The hotel provided an inclusive atmosphere, making it easy for everyone to enjoy their stay comfortably.” view full review

Cozy Lounges

“The hotel's relaxing lounges featured a real fire and a selection of board games, perfect for winding down.” view full review

Stylish and Modern

“The beautifully modernized room decor truly impressed us, blending comfort with contemporary design.” view full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.3/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Free parking
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Children

Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Royal Oak Hotel Location

Borrowdale, Rosthwaite, United Kingdom, CA12 5XB

Map view

Borrowdale, Rosthwaite, United Kingdom, CA12 5XB

City landmarks

Landmark

Castle Crag

4700 ft

Landmark

Rosthwaite Stepping Stones

2500 ft

Landmark

The Bowder Stone

1.5 mi

Landmark

Great Crag

3500 ft

Landmark

Millican Dalton Cave

4500 ft

Landmark

Castle Crag Hill Fort

4500 ft

Landmark

Standing Stones

4600 ft

Landmark

Lake District National Park

1.8 mi

Landmark

Honister Slate Mine

2.3 mi

Landmark

Derwent Water

3.7 mi

Landmark

Watendlath Tarn

1.3 mi

Landmark

Holy Trinity

1.7 mi

Landmark

Grange Methodist Chapel

1.7 mi

Landmark

Holy Trinity Church

1.7 mi

Landmark

Reecastle Crag Hillfort

1.9 mi

Landmark

Copper Plate Copper Mine

1.9 mi

Landmark

High Tove

2.1 mi

Landmark

Surprise View

2.6 mi

Landmark

Dale Head copper mine dressing floors and associated buildings 400m north of Dale Head

2.2 mi

Landmark

Long Work Lead Mine

2.1 mi

Landmark

High Spy West

2.1 mi

Landmark

Dale Head

2.2 mi

Landmark

Plumbago Mines

2.2 mi

Waterfall

Lodore Falls

2.5 mi

Landmark

Chandravadan Parekh's Monument

2.3 mi

Landmark

Loss

2.3 mi

Landmark

Salt Spring

2.3 mi

Landmark

Castlenook Lead Mine

2.3 mi

Landmark

Near Tongue Gill Copper Mine

2.4 mi

Landmark

Pluckhor Longwork Copper Mine

2.4 mi

Nearby

Rosthwaite Stepping Stones

2500 ft

Great Crag

3500 ft

Restaurants

The Flock In Tearoom

700 ft

Borrowdale

Getting around

City Centre

Rosthwaite3 min · 700 ft

Airports

Carlisle Lake District Airport (CAX)117 min · 48.4 mi

Blackpool International Airport (BLK)214 min · 88.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop14 min · 5.4 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-21:30

Check-out

from 08:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Royal Oak provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Royal Oak Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 317 verified reviews

9.2/10

Perfect

97%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.5/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Comfort

9.5/10

Facilities

9.3/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.9/10

Location

9.6/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.5/10

Staff

9.6/10

Value for money

8.8/10

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