Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 1 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa suits guests who want a country house stay and a proper spa under one roof. The house dates back to the 11th century and stands in 400 acres of deer park and woodland near Bassenthwaite Lake, with Skiddaw close by and walks from the grounds. Guests talk most about the setting, the infinity pool and its view, the warm interiors and the dinners, from the fine dining restaurant to the steak and Asian restaurants. The age of the building brings the main trade-offs. Rooms on the upper floors mean plenty of stairs, and some guests heard the original windows rattle on windy nights. Breakfast is uneven, praised by some and thought flat by others, and when a wedding is on, parts of the house feel less your own. Couples planning a restful spa break with time outdoors will find a calm, well-kept base; anyone who struggles with stairs should book with care.
Guests score it 9.1 out of 10 — the average across the 9 hotels we list in the Lake District is 9.1.
What Guests Loved
- The hotel sits in 400 acres of deer park and woodland close to Bassenthwaite Lake, and guests keep coming back to the grounds, the gardens and the views over the lake. Many describe the setting as quiet and calm, with scenic walks starting from the estate.
- The infinity pool looks out over the lakeland scenery, and guests describe the spa as excellent and very relaxing. Alongside it are a hydrotherapy pool, a sauna, a steam room, an outdoor hot tub and treatment rooms.
Things to Consider
- Breakfast divides opinion: some guests found it superb, while others felt the cooked breakfast lacked flavour, the coffee could have been better and the dining room was very quiet. One guest found the bar meal underwhelming next to the rest of the stay.
- Rooms on the upper floors mean a lot of stairs, so guests who find stairs difficult should ask for a lower floor. Some guests also heard the original windows rattle in the wind at night.
Should you book it?
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa is worth booking for couples looking for a spa break in a country house setting — but pick somewhere else if you find stairs difficult.
Book it if you want
- Couples looking for a spa break in a country house setting
- Walkers who want parkland and lake views on the doorstep
Pick somewhere else if
- You find stairs difficult
- You would rather not share the hotel with a wedding party
Frequently asked questions
How far is Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa from the centre of Lake District?
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa is 26 km from the centre of Lake District.
How do guests rate Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa?
On Booking.com it scores 9.1/10 from 336 guest reviews.
How many stars does Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa have?
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa is a 4-star hotel.
What amenities does Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa offer?
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa offers spa, indoor Pool, outdoor Hot Tub, fitness Centre, 3 Restaurants and bar.
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Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite, CA12 4RE, United Kingdom