On Keswick’s main street, 10 minutes’ walk from Derwentwater, The Kings Arms Hotel offers easy access to the Lake District. A private bathroom is included in each room, which has a modern or classic décor and a TV. Full English breakfasts and traditional British dishes are served in the Restaurant. An open fire features in the Lounge Bar, which serves light meals, snacks and real ales. In the Kings Arms Courtyard, LB’s Pizza House specialises in homemade stone baked pizzas. Outdoor dining is possible in the summer months. Casa’s Bar shows all major sporting events live on TV and offers a wide range of drinks and cocktails. The Kings Arms is just 5 minutes’ walk from the Cumberland Pencil Museum. A 20-minute drive will get you to Grasmere, Cockermouth, Thirlmere or Ullswater.

The Kings Arms is close to a nightclub that is open until 02:00, Thursday-Sunday during winter, and every night during summer (until 03:00 on Friday/Saturday). Some noise may be heard. The Kings Arms provides permits for the nearby car park that cost GBP 2 a day.