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About this property
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 en suite facilities, 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sue
United Kingdom
“Location superb-red squirrels wonderful Good breakfast. Staff all excellent.” - Cowell
United Kingdom
“Excellent location, near motorway, but seemed much more 'away from it all' with a lovely walk along stream through woods.” - Philip
United Kingdom
“The location was a quiet countryside one near a fast flowing river and small forest off the M6. A large hotel which needs to be approached from the A6 rather than the B road as the tarmac single track had very large potholes difficult to miss.” - Alan
United Kingdom
“More than adequate bedroom and bathroom. Both well heated. Satisfactory, standard dinner and breakfast fare but good service considering the hotel had three large coach parties also dining there. Early 20th century luxury decor in public rooms...” - Jacqueline
United Kingdom
“Nevan is always very friendly each time we go ..sad he is leaving.the lovely girl behind the bar lovely to.food great.” - Bronwen
United Kingdom
“I often stay at Shap Wells to break a journey north. I like to visit the red squirrels and birds in the woods next to the hotel.” - Nik
United Kingdom
“Beautiful old hotel. The entrance and lobby are stunning as is the old lift. Fair sized bedrooms, good parking area. Great breakfast options including fried bread which i had not had for years. Very helpful and friendly staff.” - Margaret
United Kingdom
“It is a beautifully appointed historic establishment, with very comfortable rooms. Staff are polite and helpful, and quietly attend to everything, no pomposity. Gentle walks in the grounds.” - Susan
United Kingdom
“Restaurant was enormous and somewhat old fashioned like the rest of the hotel. Service and food both very good” - Barbara
United Kingdom
“Dinner was Ok. Did not stay for breakfast as we left early to be the traffic home to Devon”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
Maximum capacity of extra beds is 2 and some rooms cannot accommodate any.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.