1 / 8Kings Arms Hotel
Keswick, Cumberland
Yes. Dogs can stay in most rooms, up to 1 dog per room.
A 17th century coaching inn in the centre of Keswick, where your dog is welcome in the bar and by the lounge fire all day.
Keswick was a crossroads for the horse and carriage routes of the Lake District in the 17th century, and the Kings Arms Hotel, family owned and run in the very centre of town, is a true coaching inn of that period. The building is over 300 years old, and this dog friendly inn keeps a welcome for dogs in the bar and lounge all day, where you can relax after a day exploring the Lakes.
Most of the 13 bedrooms take dogs, one dog to a room, and because of the age of the building no two bedrooms are the same. Room 3, one of the dog friendly rooms, has window seating looking out over Keswick's Market Square. Dog beds and bowls are available on request, so there's no need to fill the car with extra baggage. The inn's pages do not mention if your dog can stay alone in the bedroom during an evening out; ask the team about that before booking.
The cosy bar and lounge are the heart of the place, with a warm glow from the lounge fire and local real ales recognised by the Cask Marque Award, and your dog is welcome in both. Home-cooked meals are served throughout the day into the evening, though dogs aren't allowed in the restaurant itself. On Sundays there are two classic roasts with all the trimmings.
Four of the bedrooms are Superior rooms, with super king-sized beds and a seating area. Two of Wildpack's dog walks are 1.4 miles away: Latrigg Summit Walk from Keswick, and Skiddaw from Keswick for a longer day out with your dog.
Facts checked October 2026 from the hotel's own website. Details can change, so please confirm anything important, especially the dog rules, with the hotel before you book.
At a Glance: Dogs
- Rooms for dogs
- Most rooms
- Dogs per room
- Up to 1
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £20 per night
- Left alone in the room
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the bar
- Welcome
- In the lounge
- Welcome
- Eating with your dog
- Not in the dining areas
- In the grounds
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog extras
- Dog beds and bowls
- Walks from the door
- The hotel doesn't say
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Maryport Beach, 16.5 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Parking
- Paid parking
- Awards
- Cask Marque Award
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kings Arms Hotel dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in most rooms, up to 1 dog per room. This comes from Kings Arms Hotel's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to Kings Arms Hotel?
Up to 1 dog per room.
Is there a charge for dogs at Kings Arms Hotel?
£20 per night.
Can I eat with my dog at Kings Arms Hotel?
Dogs aren't allowed in the dining areas. Dogs are welcome in the bar and the lounge.
Can I leave my dog in the room at Kings Arms Hotel?
The hotel doesn't say whether dogs can be left alone in the room, so check with the hotel when you book.
Are there dog walks near Kings Arms Hotel?
Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Friar’s Crag and Derwentwater Lakeshore (Keswick) (0.4 miles), Latrigg Summit Walk from Keswick (1.4 miles) and Skiddaw from Keswick (1.4 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near Kings Arms Hotel?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Maryport Beach, 16.5 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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