The George HotelvsThe Cottage in the Wood
Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Cottage in the Wood is the choice of most writers compared to The George Hotel. The Cottage in the Wood has a TripExpert Score of 77 with positive reviews from 2 reviews such as Insight Guides, Lonely Planet.
The George Hotel
Devonshire Street, Penrith CA11 7SU
From $76/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Best suited for couples and dog owners, considering its pet-friendly lounge, ballroom with balcony, elegantly furnished bar, restaurant with a wine cellar, and access to sister hotel’s leisure club." Full review
The Cottage in the Wood
Magic Hill, Whinlatter Forest, Braithwaite, Keswick CA12 5TW
From $154/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
Insight Guides
"Tucked away in a beautiful mountainous location, this former 17th-century coaching inn has delightful, modern rooms and a fine restaurant that supports quality local suppliers."
The Telegraph
9.0
"Wrapped in woodland with tree-top views to Skiddaw and a 10-minute drive from Keswick, this restaurant-with-rooms offers inventive cooking, contemporary-style rooms and a warm, unstuffy atmosphere." Full review
The Guardian
"A one-stop-shop for an indulgent foodie weekend with plenty of hearty outdoor appeal, this restaurant with nine bedrooms feels delightfully off-grid, tucked away 1,000ft above Keswick in the Whinlatter Forest"
The Guardian
"Don’t be misled by the name; the Cottage is actually a striking Georgian mansion, set high above the spa town of Malvern, surrounded by woodland"
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"For a secluded spoil, head for this out-of-the-way bolthole, on the road to Whinlatter Forest, in a completely modernised coaching inn." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The cooking is modern with some Nordic influences, courtesy of Head Chef Sam Miller’s experience in Scandinavia, and there are subtle touches of innovation too" Full review