Passing by, we dropped in for lunch - the outdoor area was busy, mostly with families with dogs. There was no heating inside, despite at least three fireplaces, and it was so cold we kept our coats on. We were going to order two soups, as the board stated French Onion, however we were told it was actually Tomato and... More

This hotel is very secluded with incredible views. Really lovely room with a huge bed and large en-suite bathroom. Me and my partner sat downstairs in the pub for hours, playing board games and eating! The staff were very friendly, and we chatted for a little while with a few of them. Breakfast was hearty in the morning, and set... More

Stayed for a short break at the Royal while my wife and i had a weekends lakeland walking. Well appointed rooms, friendly staff and warm atmosphere, in lovely surroundings, The hearty full english breakfast was most welcome, after a 15 mile fell walk the previous day ! The only criticism would be the evening meal we had in the resturant,... More

I wouldn't normally write a review, but feel the need after last night. Went for a meal there, because we had a good one there a few years back. Think it has changed hands now. Thankfully I had a sandwich. That was all right. But its hard to make a bad sandwich. Everything else was pretty lousy... Expensive greasy burgers,... More

We found staff very attentive, the room pleasant bar meals all good deserts wonderful . An excellent location for walks from the door. A family run hotel with consistantly helpful staff we stayed at a time when a large party of male walkers were also staying. It would have been easy to ignore us but we felt well served and... More

we dropped in for sunday lunch-only 2 others in bar at prime time-a bad omen. food was dismal-overpriced reheated roast chicken and left over veg swimming in gravy-3 stale roast potatoes, cubed swede and a dollop of mash. fish and chips no better greasy battered er.. fish-tasteless (probably coley) and saturated chips childs food was basic salad £30 of wasted... More

Glenridding and Pattedale have really raised their game in terms of Hotels and Dining. They are the 'Jewel' in the English Lake District. Superb environment, easy to get to and stunning scenery. Driving into the area you get a real sense of quality. It's all too easy to fall in love with either location, but, somehow they also look too... More

Just spent 3 nights at the Royal Hotel, dont usually comment on accommodation, but this was an excellent choice in terms of location, some great walks and drives nearby, food, a very reasonable bar menu, price and hospitality, would certainly stay here again

Chicken way over cooked, burger burnt, chips cold 5 pence off eleven pounds. Barman only employee to front of house apologising a lot.Chef needs sorting out as what was presented was a disgrace. The bread bun was literally rock hard. The fish was good, shame it did not come with the chips. There was a 35 minute wait..just enough to... More