Armathwaite Hall Hotel & SpavsThe Langstrath Country Inn
Both properties are rated highly by writers. On balance, Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa ranks slightly better than The Langstrath Country Inn. Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa has a TripExpert Score of 82 with positive reviews from 2 reviewers including Oyster, The Telegraph.
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite CA12 4RE
From $350/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Luxury
"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 Telegraph
8.0
"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."
The Langstrath Country Inn
Stonethwaite, Borrowdale CA12 5XG, England
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Board games / puzzles
Fodor's
"A perfect base for walkers, it has spacious, unfussy rooms (some with wood beams) with stunning views out to the surrounding countryside and hills." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Borrowdale's country hotels are expensive, so you'll be better off basing yourself at this out-of-the-way inn in Stonethwaite."
The Telegraph
8.0
"This venerable inn proves the old adage that location is everything." Full review