Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa is a beautiful four red star 17th century former stately home situated near to Keswick on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake in the English Lake District.
The hotel and spa is privately owned and features forty six bedrooms of individual character from stylish spa bedrooms to the luxury of Studio suites with stunning lake views.
The two rosette fine dining Lake View Restaurant serves table d’hôte lunches and dinners in elegant surroundings to both residents and non-resident guests. The Courtyard Bar and Brasserie is a stylish modern alternative serving meals in a relaxed atmosphere. Afternoon teas are served daily and are a great way to celebrate with family and friends.
The award winning Spa offers the best in facilities and from the minute you walk through the door you can relax and enjoy this indulgent experience. The facilities of the spa include a 16-metre infinity edge pool, thermal suite, gymnasium, exercise studio and luxurious outdoor hot tub with stunning views to the garden and woodlands. Expert therapists deliver an array of treatments and friendly staff will be on hand to ensure you have a fantastic experience at this award winning hotel and spa.
View Armathwaite Hall’s entry in the Good Spa Guide
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Also Worth Knowing
Children – Family accommodation includes spacious rooms with extra beds for children, interconnecting rooms offering space and privacy and deluxe family rooms with integral bunk bedded rooms.
Dogs welcome – Dogs are part of the family and are welcome at Armathwaite Hall. Selected bedrooms are available suitable for those bringing their faithful friend. Dogs are accommodated at a cost of £15.00 per dog per night and receive a bed with cushion, dog treats, and waste bags. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the public rooms and must be kept on leads in the surrounding gardens.
Dining
The two rosette fine dining Lake View Restaurant serves table d’hôte lunches and dinners in elegant surroundings to both residents and non-resident guests. The Courtyard Bar and Brasserie is a stylish modern alternative serving meals in a relaxed atmosphere. Afternoon teas are served daily and are a great way to celebrate with family and friends.
The Spa
See at a glance the amazing facilities that Aramthwaite Hall has to offer.
- 16m infinity edge pool overlooking beautiful gardens.
- Wallow pool ideal for those not so confident in water. 1m deep.
- Outdoor hot-tub overlooking beautiful gardens.
- Hydrotherapy pool with hydro jets under side benches, neck shower and mood lighting.
- Aroma room: with heated walls, a cross between a steam room and a tepidarium. Periodic jets of steam and essence provide a relaxing and soothing experience enhanced by the feature lighting and stunning Snow Quartz Crystal. Kneipp hoses to cool down as required.
- Steam room: a traditional and spacious steam room with stunning Amethyst Madonna Crystal Cave and feature lighting centrepiece, essences and Kneipp hoses to cool down and refresh as required.
- Traditional sauna with windows overlooking the decked patio and garden.
- Tropical shower: a hot or cold option with lights and essence for further enjoyment.
- Rain dance shower: a pulsating water sensation to refresh and revive.
- Dance/exercise studio: from circuits to yoga to relaxation.
- State of the art gymnasium with Life Fitness Elevation series.
- Personal training, fitness assessments and MOT health indicator tests.
- Disabled changing rooms, toilets and treatment room.
- Spa lounge with feature central fireplace and dining area.
- 10 luxurious treatment rooms.
- Hush tranquillity room with veranda looking over gardens and fells.
- Dedicated manicure and make-up area.
Spa opening times:
Spa open from 7.00am – 9.00pm.
Children are welcome to use the swimming pool only in the spa from 8.30am – 10.30am and 4.30pm – 6.30pm Monday to Saturday, and 8.30am – 10.30am and 2.00pm – 6.30pm Sunday.
Pricing
Double room for two people per night including full Cumbrian breakfast and VAT from £200.00 per room, per night.
For best available rates call 0800 089 3929.
Directions
By Road
By car from the east
M6 to Penrith, leave the motorway at junction 40, A66 to Crossthwaite roundabout at Keswick then A591 signposted Carlisle. Go 8 miles to Castle Inn junction, turn left and Armathwaite Hall is 300 yards ahead.
By car from the west
A66 towards Cockermouth and Keswick. After approximately 2 miles after passing the turn off for the village of Embleton, turn left and immediately right onto B5291 following signs for Castle Inn, Dubwath and the brown tourist attraction signs for Lake District Wildlife Park. Cross over Ouse Bridge to the right and the signs for Armathwaite Hall will be further along the road ignore first junction as it is the exit, take the next sharp turn left through entrance gates.
By car from the south
From M6 follow instructions travelling from the east. Travelling through the lakes on the A591 to Keswick, exit from Keswick onto A66 towards Cockermouth. Approximately 7 miles after dual carriageway finishes turn right and immediately right again, onto B5291 following signs for Castle Inn, Dubwath and the brown tourist attraction signs for Lake District Wildlife Park. Cross over Ouse Bridge to the right and signs for Armathwaite Hall will be further along the road ignore first junction as it is the exit, turn sharp left through entrance gates.
By car from the north
From M6 follow instructions travelling from the east. From Carlisle turn right at Bothel and follow signs for A591 to Keswick. Approximately 7 miles turn right at Castle Inn and Armathwaite Hall is 300 yards ahead.
Please note that if travelling by coach, it is best to approach the entrance of Armathwaite Hall via the A591 from Keswick than over Ouse Bridge.
By Train
To Carlisle (25 miles) or Penrith (24 miles). Continue by taxi or hire car.
By Air
By helicopter
We have our own helipad in the grounds of the hotel.
Lat/Long = N54°40.83 W003°13.93 BNG = NY 2065 3241 300ft AMSL DCS 115.2 129 4.3
Lawned area 150m x 100m x 80m south of hotel
Caution 60ft trees flanking east and west sides and cables 500m east
By private aircraft
To Carlisle Airport (33 miles). Continue by taxi or hire car.
82 miles from: Newcastle International Airport. Continue by hire car or commercial shuttle service.
131 miles from: Manchester International Airport. Continue by hire car or commercial shuttle service.
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Attractions Near
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Situated on the Armathwaite Hall 400 acre estate is The Lake District Wildlife Park (formally known as Trotters World of Animals Wildlife Park), a family attraction offering a great day out for all. Families staying at Armathwaite Hall receive the special admission rate of adults two for the price of one and children go free. The Lake District Wildlife Park is home to hundreds of rare and endangered animals, birds of prey and reptiles with daily demonstrations, soft play centre, gift shop and tearoom.
There’s a variety of attractions close to the hotel, including:
The Lake District Wildlife Park, Armathwaite Hall estate
Wordsworth House, Cockermouth
Go Ape, Whinlatter Forest
Keswick Launch on Derwentwater, Keswick
Mire House, Bassenthwaite
Lake Distillery
