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The Drunken Duck InnvsArmathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Both The Drunken Duck Inn and Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Drunken Duck Inn is the choice of most writers compared to Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa. The Drunken Duck Inn comes in at 83 with positive reviews from 2 sources like The Telegraph, Fodor's.
The Drunken Duck Inn
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Barngates, Off B5286, Ambleside LA22 0NG
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Spa
Fodor's "After four centuries, this friendly old coaching inn remains an outstanding place for both food and lodging." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Ideal for an epicurean escape to the country. You'll find chic interiors, a deservedly popular restaurant, and lovely rooms." Full review
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."
