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Skiddaw Hotel

About this place

Fronting Keswick’s Market Square, the Skiddaw Hotel puts you right in the middle of town with shops, cafés and the weekly market on the doorstep and Derwentwater an easy stroll away. Recently refreshed bedrooms offer comfortable, contemporary spaces to unwind after a day on Catbells, Walla Crag or around the lake. Downstairs, a bright conservatory/bar serves coffees, light lunches and afternoon tea, while the hotel restaurant covers relaxed dinners with seasonal Cumbrian produce. It’s a great base for Theatre by the Lake, Keswick Launch cruises and the northern fells.

Why go

Unbeatable central location on Keswick’s Market Square
Comfortable bedrooms including family and dog-friendly options
Conservatory & bar for coffees, cocktails and afternoon tea
Restaurant with crowd-pleasing, locally inspired dishes
Short walk to Derwentwater, Keswick Launch and Theatre by the Lake
Ideal base for Catbells, Skiddaw, Walla Crag and classic Keswick walks

Good to know

Parking: guests typically use nearby public car parks; ask reception for guidance/discounts where available
Check-in/out: standard hotel times; early/late options by request
Accessibility: lift to most floors; some rooms more accessible than others—check requirements before booking
Dogs: designated dog-friendly rooms and areas; small charge/policy may apply
Families & groups: family rooms and cots available; group bookings welcomed
Getting around: buses for Borrowdale/Whinlatter stop close by; Keswick Launch piers ~10–15 minutes’ walk

Perfect for: couples and families who want a walk-everywhere Keswick stay, theatre breaks, lake days without the car, and easy access to food, drink and fell routes.