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Armathwaite Hall Hotel & SpavsSix Castlegate
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa scores slightly better than Six Castlegate. Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa is ranked #18 in Lake District with accolades from 2 sources including Oyster, The Telegraph.
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent Independent Independent
Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite CA12 4RE
From $350/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
OysterLuxury
"This stunning four-and-a-half pearl Lake District hotel built into a stately English country home looks like a fairy-tale castle." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This luxurious waterside retreat — with views to Bassenthwaite Lake, Skiddaw and the Lakeland fells — offers an award-winning spa, gym, luxurious outdoor infinity pool and fine dining." Full review
Independent "With views stretching across to Bassenthwaite Lake, Skiddaw and the spellbinding Lakeland Fells, Armathwaite – which has stood on its site in one form or another since the 11th century – has all the trappings of a historic country house"
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Independent "There’s archery, clay pigeon shooting, tennis courts and even photography courses on offer here, as well as the usual gorgeous Lake District walks right on your doorstep. The dog can join you."
Independent "Set in 400 acres of private woodland, the hotel’s interiors, particularly in the main hall, are original and grand: sweeping staircases, open fireplaces...rooms themselves are neat and unfussy."
Six Castlegate
Fodor's
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
6 Castlegate, Cockermouth CA13 9EU
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Fodor's "Elegant B&B in a Georgian town house with spacious rooms immaculately decorated in pale, natural tones; all have good views, generous showers, and comfortable beds." Full review
Lonely Planet "Georgian and Grade II–listed, this elegant B&B has a hint of grandeur. All the rooms are named after fells: go for Blencathra, Melbreak or Latrigg if you're after maximum space." Full review
Lonely Planet "Georgian and Grade II–listed, this elegant B&B has a hint of grandeur, from the handsome double front door through to the wood-panelled hall and period-themed, quaint rooms" Full review
