Shap Wells Hotel

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Staff

8.8

On the edge of the Lake District, Shap Wells offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, many with countryside views. The games room has a small gym and snooker table. Riverside Lounge and Bar offers light meals and Birkbeck Restaurant has river views. The Fell Lounge has a 50-inch flat-screen TV and log fires. All of the rooms at Shap Wells have private bathrooms, satellite TV and tea/coffee. A buffet breakfast with full English and continental options is available. Between Penrith and Kendal, Shap Wells Hotel is surrounded by 30 acres of woodland and wildlife. The M6 motorway is just 5 minutes away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

  • Free parking available at the hotel

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Gary
Australia Australia
“Staff were cheerful, very helpful and took time to answer questions It was explained on check in that coach tours were staying that night and staff suggested we select times for dinner and breakfast. Excellent buffet breakfast - even had fried...”
Terra
United States United States
“The Staff of Jamal and Clyde were exceptional. Jamal picked us up in Shap after a long day hiking coast to coast from Patterdale. Breakfast was plentiful. Clyde helped to secure taxi out. Very grateful.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Long ride on motorbikes to the hotel. Perfect stop over for our journey just off A6 or M6. Good big parking area, secure and safe. Lovely welcome by reception and bar staff as we needed a pint sitting outside in the evening sun. Nice twin room...”
Graeme
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful location. Lovely staff and dinner was very good.”
Milosz
Germany Germany
“Right near some trailheads, a beautiful old building with large dining rooms. A touch of luxury before a hiking trip. The snooker table was a nice touch. The pub was atmospheric, and the full English breakfast was tasty.”
Julie
United States United States
“Staff were exceptional and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable. Lovely grounds and great red squirrel spotting! Food was decent and plentiful. Room was comfortable. Property is in a very rural location, which could probably be...”
Gallagher
United States United States
“Location was very serene. Hostess young girl worked bar and dining, was so good made everyone else look bad”
Mark
Canada Canada
“If you are walking the coast to coast Trail, do not be fooled by the name Shap Wells hotel. It is quite a ways out of town and unless you have transportation laid on, it is a long distance to add to your walk.”
Dion
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location was quiet and remote surrounded by a very beautiful woods and river. And of course the Red Squirrels.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room and breakfast was nice. Close to the M6, nicely broke up a journey from south to Scotland.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Shap Wells Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 3:30 AM to 11:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
£10 per stay

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

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Pets
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Maximum capacity of extra beds is 2 and some rooms cannot accommodate any.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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