The George Hotel

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5

Property highlights

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About this property

The traditional The George Hotel, stands in the very center of the bustling market town of Penrith on the edge of the Lake District and the North Pennines. Free high-speed Fibreoptic Wi-Fi can be accessed throughout the property. Meals can be enjoyed in the intimate, candlelit Devonshire restaurant which features a beautiful ornate ceiling and an open fire. An all day bar is also available for guests to use. Enter through the The George Hotel, revolving doors and experience quality and tradition to remind you of bygone days. The nostalgic wood paneling and old local wall prints combine to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where many generations of loyal visitors have returned time after time. Make this lovely hotel your own homely base when visiting the Lake District and the North Pennines. The George Hotel is dog friendly but please ensure that you contact the hotel if bringing your dog as we have limited dog friendly rooms available (charges will be applicable)

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar

  • Located in the best-rated area in Penrith, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Donald
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Super comfy bedding and bed' pillows correct height for me.”
Rob
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room, staff and the food are all very nice, the bedroom was very good and the bed was so comfy.”
Kelly
United States United States
“Historic hotel in a wonderful location. Great staff, parking, food and bar.”
Linda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very good central location, handy for the M6 and travelling south. Staff all very professional and friendly.”
Michelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were friendly & professional. The hotel was warm & had a cosy feeling. The room was comfortable. The breakfast was well prepared. The service was good . there was a wide selection of food & drinks.”
Cordelia
United States United States
“Beautiful old hotel. Loved the location. Best breakfast since coming to England…the fruit in the jar, covered in OJ is brilliant! Dinner was very good too. Room was spacious, very clean & bed was comfortable.”
Lily
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic quaint hotel. The staff were polite and helpful even though it was busy. Very courteous and go out of there way to help you. I love historical buildings with good old fashioned charm and close to all amenities! Staff are top notch ...”
Jillean
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was very nice. Breakfast also very nice - straightforward and tasty.”
Georgina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable room and lovely breakfast, staff very helpful”
Sandra
United States United States
“The history of the hotel. The location was great. Food was very good. Staff were very friendly and helpful.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Devonshire Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The George Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a required deposit per person (not per room). This amount is nonrefundable.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Extra beds are available in some rooms, please inquire at time of booking.

To enter car park please approach the barrier, which is automatic when entering. Please note that when you wish to leave the car park you will need to obtain a code from reception to get out.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The George Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.