If you’re planning a Lake District break and wouldn’t dream of leaving your dog behind, Keswick’s a brilliant choice. Surrounded by fells, lakes and some of the most-loved walking routes in the area, it’s a town that really suits travellers with dogs. Add in a great range of dog-friendly hotels and you’ve got everything you need for a relaxed and adventure-filled stay together.

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Inn in Keswick · 0.10 mi from centre
9.2
356 reviews
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When you a stay at Royal Oak at Keswick in Keswick, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute walk of The Puzzling Place and Hope Park. This inn is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Ullswater and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Keswick Museum and Art Gallery.

Hotel in Keswick · 0.04 mi from centre
8.8
1,143 reviews
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Located in the heart of Keswick, the refurbished Skiddaw Hotel offers good food, and spacious rooms with tea/coffee making facilities. There is free WiFi throughout the hotel, and parking permits available at an extra cost for the car park near the hotel. The hotel's restaurant, Brasserie 31, serves seasonal menus of local produce, while the lounge bar offers drinks, bar meals and our Hiker's Picnic Board - a savoury twist on traditional afternoon tea. A full Cumbrian or continental breakfast is provided each morning, made using the finest locally sourced ingredients. Surrounded by dramatic lakes and mountains of the Lake District, Skiddaw Hotel is a short walk from Keswick’s shops and cafés. Derwentwater is less than a 5-minute drive away. The hotel has a conservatory lounge overlooking the market square, with food and drink served all day. Discounted vouchers for local attractions are available from reception.

Hotel in Keswick · 2.70 mi from centre
8.7
1,638 reviews
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Set in 5 acres of woodland gardens, The Mary Mount Hotel is set on the shores of Derwentwater. With countryside views, rooms are en suite. There is also a restaurant and free WiFi throughout. Free parking is available. With the picturesque Borrowdale Valley all around, the Mary Mount has a peaceful country house atmosphere. Rooms have TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel’s oak-panelled bar has a real open fire whilst the restaurant has large picture windows with spectacular views across the Lake. There is an à la carte menu and a regional wine list. Take a boat trip across the Lake or visit Keswick, which is only 3 miles away. The Mary Mount can provide you with quality packed lunches for your excursions.

Hotel in Keswick · 0.04 mi from centre
8.8
701 reviews
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In the Lake District National Park, Inn on the Square has a central location by Keswick’s market square. This family-run property offers Scandinavian-style design combined with Cumbrian elements. Modern bedrooms have an en suite bathroom. The property features a chic lounge bar and a steakhouse. A 10-minute walk from Derwentwater Lake, the property is close to shops, bars and restaurants. You can take a boat out or simply enjoy a walk and the lovely views.

Guesthouse in Keswick · 0.19 mi from centre
9.0
19 reviews
With a stay at Lyndhurst Guest House, you'll be centrally located in Keswick, just a 5-minute walk from Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and 6 minutes by foot from The Puzzling Place. This guest house is 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Ullswater and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Hope Park.

Holiday home in Keswick · 0.23 mi from centre
9.0
3 reviews
Located in Keswick in the Cumbria region, Red Robin has a patio. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3 km from Derwentwater Lake. The 3-bedroom holiday home has a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Buttermere is 17 km from Red Robin, while Askham Hall is 32 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 127 km away.

Guest house in Keswick · 0.18 mi from centre
8.8
132 reviews
With sleek and modern bedrooms and located in the centre of Keswick, Rooms36 is just a 10-minute walk from Keswick Ferry Landing on Derwent Water. The traditional Lakeland stone townhouse features free Wi-Fi and allows pets on request. All bedrooms at Rooms36 feature a stylish en suite bathroom, a TV and tea/coffee-making facilities. The rooms have a fresh white décor and some have views of the surrounding fells. The property is within 2 minutes’ walk of some of Keswick’s finest places to eat, while the surrounding countryside is dotted with traditional inns. Parking is possible outside the property and is free overnight. Guests will be within a 10-minute drive of picturesque Borrowdale and 20 minutes’ drive from the trails leading up to Skafell Pike, England’s tallest mountain.

Apartment in Keswick · 0.52 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
When you stay at Brigham Farm Apartments in Keswick, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Castlerigg Stone Circle and Derwentwater. This apartment is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Lodore Falls and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Bassenthwaite Lake.

Guest house in Keswick · 0.19 mi from centre
7.4
201 reviews
Room only self catering accomodation. Situated in the heart of Cumbria, Lyndhurst Guest House is 5 minutes’ drive from Derwent Water and Bassenthwaite Lake, both located in the Lake District National Park. Free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in all Lyndhurst rooms. A DVD player is also included. The guest house is in the centre of Keswick, and is just 15 minutes’ walk from the Theatre by the Lake. The prehistoric monument of Castlerigg Stone Circle is only 1.7 miles away. Fitz Park is a 5-minute walk from the guest house and features the Keswick Museum and Art Gallery.

Guest house in Keswick · 0.65 mi from centre
7.5
463 reviews
Twa Dogs Inn, a property with a bar, is situated in Keswick, 4 km from Derwentwater Lake, 17 km from Buttermere, as well as 31 km from Askham Hall. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. The property has a garden, as well as a restaurant that serves British cuisine. The units in the guest house are fitted with a TV. All units have a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. You can play darts at Twa Dogs Inn. World of Beatrix Potter is 35 km from the accommodation, while Lake Windermere is 42 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 126 km away.

Hotel in Keswick · 2.70 mi from centre
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With a stay at Mary Mount Hotel in Keswick, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Derwentwater and Lodore Falls. This hotel is 21 mi (33.8 km) from Lake Windermere and 18.6 mi (30 km) from Ullswater.

Hostel in Threlkeld · 5.24 mi from centre
7.9
621 reviews
Situated in Threlkeld, 12 km from Derwentwater Lake, The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 23 km of Askham Hall. The property is non-smoking and is set 25 km from Buttermere. All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. World of Beatrix Potter is 40 km from The White Horse Inn Bunkhouse, while Lake Windermere is 42 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 118 km away.

Hotel in Penrith · 10.89 mi from centre
8.4
349 reviews
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With a stay at Macdonald Leeming House in Penrith, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Ullswater and Aira Force. This hotel is 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Lake Windermere and 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Guesthouse in Cockermouth · 6.40 mi from centre
9.0
110 reviews
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Located in Cockermouth, Ouse Bridge House is a 1-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake and 7 minutes from Lake District Wildlife Park. This guest house is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Derwentwater and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Theatre By The Lake.

Hotel in Keswick · 6.60 mi from centre
9.0
178 reviews
When you stay at Armathwaite Hall Hotel in Keswick, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Lake District Wildlife Park and Bassenthwaite Lake. This spa hotel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Dubwath Silver Meadows and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Church Bay.

Hotel in Cockermouth · 7.17 mi from centre
9.2
255 reviews
Located in Cockermouth, Embleton Spa Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Bassenthwaite Lake and Dubwath Silver Meadows. This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Sale Fell and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from St Michael's Church, Isel.

Hotel in Glenridding, Penrith · 8.57 mi from centre
8.2
96 reviews
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When you stay at The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group in Penrith, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Ullswater and Lake Windermere. This upscale hotel is 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Derwentwater.

Guest house in Dockray · 7.96 mi from centre
8.8
1,259 reviews
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Nestled peacefully amongst the Eastern Lakeland Fells and located on many of the best-loved Lakeland walks, this charming country retreat is ideal for a peaceful break in Dockray. Run by a charismatic and friendly family, the hotel provides a relaxed, informal but efficient service, well suited to the Lakeland way of life. The Helvellyn and High Street mountain ranges are right on the doorstep, which makes The Royal Hotel an ideal and comfortable base for walkers. The facilities include 10 en suite bedrooms with Freeview TV. Royal Hotel has a large restaurant and a bar that boasts a fine selection of wines, locally produced Real Ales and malt whiskies.

Hotel in Grasmere, Ambleside · 10.52 mi from centre
8.4
419 reviews
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Located in Ambleside, The Swan at Grasmere - The Inn Collection group is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Wordsworth Museum and Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. This upscale hotel is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Lake Windermere and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

Bed and breakfast in Troutbeck · 7.97 mi from centre
8.8
550 reviews
Amidst the scenery of the Lake District, this family-run bed and breakfast provides rooms with free Wi-Fi and views of the fells. Between Penrith and Keswick, it is just a 5-minute drive from Ullswater Lake. Netherdene Country House Bed & Breakfast’s rooms all have a flat-screen TV as well as a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Free tea, coffee and ironing facilities are provided, and all rooms look across the countryside. Freshly prepared on the Aga, the cooked breakfasts include local sausages and bacon. The bright, airy breakfast room boasts a large feature window, looking onto the peaceful garden and fells. Pet-friendly Netherdene Country House has lovely walks on the doorstep, whilst the popular hiking paths at Blencathra Fell are 4 miles away.
Dog-friendly hotels in Keswick are well set up for walkers and outdoor lovers travelling with dogs. Many places are close to the town centre or just outside it, giving you quick access to footpaths, lake walks and open countryside.
Here’s what you’ll usually find when you stay in a Keswick dog-friendly hotel:
Overall, Keswick’s layout and outdoor focus make it easy to enjoy long walks, scenic views and relaxed evenings while keeping your dog comfortable and happy.
Keswick is all about the outdoors, which makes it ideal if your dog loves to be on the move. The town sits right on the edge of Derwentwater and is surrounded by open fell land, so you can head out on foot straight from your hotel.
With lakes, mountains and a welcoming town atmosphere, Keswick is a great base if you want a dog-friendly break that’s all about fresh air and freedom.
Here are a few well-known options to help you get started.
A traditional hotel right in the heart of Keswick. Dog-friendly rooms are available, and the central location makes it easy to explore the town and head straight out to nearby walking routes.
A modern and welcoming hotel on Keswick’s main square. Dogs are allowed in selected rooms, and you’re just a short walk from Derwentwater and several dog-friendly pubs.
A friendly, relaxed option with dog-friendly rooms and a great location for both town exploring and countryside walks.
Policies vary, so it’s always best to double-check the latest details before you book, especially if you’ve got a larger dog or plan to bring more than one.
Have a look through our dog-friendly hotels in Keswick and find the stay that suits your plans. Whether you’re here for long walks, lakeside views or cosy evenings in town, you’ll find places in Keswick where both you and your four-legged companion can settle in and enjoy the Lake District together.
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