Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel, Thirlmere ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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Thirlmere, Thirlmere, United Kingdom

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“The hotel's location offers amazing views of the lake and easy access to stunning walking trails in the Lake District!”view full review

Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel, a 3-star establishment with an 8.6/10 rating on Booking.com, is situated on the serene shores of Thirlmere. The hotel features a restaurant, lush gardens, and convenient fishing options for guests. Host to varied wildlife, it is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel offer diverse accommodations including family rooms and doubles with lake views. Each room features a flat-screen TV, a sitting area, and en-suite bathrooms. Some rooms have four-poster beds and private terraces.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include a restaurant serving bar meals. Guests can also enjoy picturesque views of Lake Thirlmere and surrounding mountains while dining. Nearby, various restaurants offer additional dining experiences.

Leisure & Activities

Dale Head Hall provides direct access to walking paths and fishing on Thirlmere, offering an ideal base for exploring the Lake District. Nearby landmarks include Helvellyn (2 miles) and Castlerigg Stone Circle (4 miles). Outdoor activities such as hiking and boating are popular.

Services & Local Area

The hotel is accessible by bus, with the nearest stops just a short walk away. Dale Head Hall offers 24-hour reception and event spaces upon request. Local wildlife includes red squirrels, which thrive in the area.

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Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Twin Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Classic Double Room Lake view

2 persons

175 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior Lakeside Double

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Classic Family Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Lovely View!

“Our room offered a amazing view of the lake, making every moment spent inside feel luxurious and serene.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“Breakfast was a good spread, perfectly cooked and just the right amount to fuel our adventures for the day.” view full review

Modern Amenities!

“The bathroom was impressively updated and offered luxurious products that made our stay feel special.” view full review

Cozy Comfort!

“The living area felt warm and inviting, with a spacious layout that made it perfect for relaxing after a day out.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.1/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Beach umbrellas
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel Location

Thirlmere, Thirlmere, United Kingdom

Map view

Thirlmere, Thirlmere, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Landmark

Thirlspot Copper Mine

3200 ft

Landmark

Thirlmere Embankment

5000 ft

Landmark

Castle Crag Fort

1.2 mi

Landmark

Stannah Gill Lead Mine

1.1 mi

Landmark

High Tove

1.7 mi

Landmark

Raise

1.9 mi

Landmark

Helvellyn Lead Mine

1.8 mi

Landmark

Wythburn Lead Mine

1.8 mi

Landmark

Derwent Water

3.9 mi

Landmark

Fornside Copper Mine

2.0 mi

Landmark

Brown Cove Lead Mine

2.0 mi

Landmark

Helvellyn

2.4 mi

Church

Wythburn Church

2.5 mi

Landmark

Keppel Cove Dam

2.2 mi

Landmark

Reecastle Crag Hillfort

2.4 mi

Landmark

Castlerigg Stone Circle

4.0 mi

Landmark

Avro 585 Gosport Plane Landing plaque

2.4 mi

Landmark

ruined chimney

2.4 mi

Landmark

Red Tarn

2.5 mi

Landmark

Surprise View

3.0 mi

Landmark

Watendlath Tarn

2.5 mi

Landmark

chimney flue

2.6 mi

Bridge

Ashness Bridge

3.0 mi

Landmark

Catstye Cam Lead Mine

2.8 mi

Landmark

Thirlmere

3.5 mi

Landmark

Glencoynedale Baryte Mine

3.0 mi

Landmark

Greenside Lead Mine

3.1 mi

Landmark

St John's Church

3.1 mi

Landmark

Rosthwaite Stepping Stones

3.7 mi

Landmark

Castle Crag

4.1 mi

Nearby

Thirlspot Copper Mine

3100 ft

Restaurants

King's Head Inn

1300 ft

Lakeside Hotel A591

Getting around

City Centre

Thirlmere17 min · 4600 ft

Airports

Carlisle Lake District Airport (CAX)104 min · 42.8 mi

Blackpool International Airport (BLK)186 min · 76.8 mi

Bus

Bus stop12 min · 4.9 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-21:00

Check-out

from 08:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP15 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 290 verified reviews

8.5/10

Great

90%

Recommend

Breakfast

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Comfort

8.9/10

Facilities

8.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

6.4/10

Location

9.5/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.4/10

Staff

9.3/10

Value for money

8.5/10

based on 276 reviews

3.5/5

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