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The Old Dungeon Ghyll HotelvsThe Masons Arms

The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel and The Masons Arms are both rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel scores marginally better than The Masons Arms. The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel comes in at 84 with praise from 3 reviews including The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.

The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel
8/10
Great Langdale, Ambleside LA22 9JY
From $150/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Family Friendly
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Fodor's Fodor's
"There's no more comforting stop after a day outdoors than the Hiker's Bar of this 300-year-old hotel at the head of the Great Langdale Valley." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Everyone who has ever done any walking in the Lake District will have heard of the ODG, as it’s known to all." Full review
The Guardian The Guardian
"Usually heaving with fell walkers enjoying a post Scafell Pike-high, this famous mountaineers’ pub is one of the classic venues in the Lake District"
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Affectionately known as the ODG, this historic inn is awash with Lakeland heritage: many famous walkers have stayed here, including Prince Charles and mountaineer Chris Bonington." Full review
The Masons Arms
8/10
Strawberry Bank, Cartmel LA11 6NW
From $0/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant
  • Free Parking
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Three miles east near Bowlands Bridge, the marvellous Mason's Arms is a local secret." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"With fabulous views over the rolling countryside of the Winster Valley to the east of Windermere, the Masons Arms is a slate-floored traditional old inn serving local ales and good pub food." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Traditional Lakeland pub, in a quiet setting with sensational views and all the right ingredients - cosy snugs, toasty fires, low-beamed ceilings, plus handsome cooking and decent ales." Full review

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