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The King's Head

3.5 star property
Georgian hotel with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Premium Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2021
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 16 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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Riverside, Kirkby Stephen, England, CA17 4NH

What's nearby

  • Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Brough Castle - 14 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Wensleydale Creamery - 26 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Lake Windermere - 37 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taggy Man - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mulberry Bush - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The La’l Nook - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bay Horse Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Mango Tree - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The King's Head

Family-friendly hotel remodelled in 2021 and located near Yorkshire Dales National Park
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a free daily manager's reception at The King's Head. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as concerts and live shows and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, a billiards/pool table and smoke-free property
  • Secured bike storage, golf clubs on-site and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and smart speakers, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Rainfall showers, shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 32-inch plasma TVs with satellite channels
  • Smart speakers, free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station shuttle on request
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1763
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Georgian architecture
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - March 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with satellite channels
  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 20 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The King's Head Hotel
The King's Head Kirkby Stephen
The King's Head Hotel Kirkby Stephen

Frequently asked questions

Is The King's Head pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The King's Head?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The King's Head?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to midnight for a fee of GBP 20.

What time is check-out at The King's Head?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The King's Head located?

This family-friendly Kirkby Stephen hotel is located in a national park, within 2 mi (3 km) of Riverside Public Golf Course, Smardale Gill National Nature Reserve and Cross Bank Nature Reserve. Stainmore Railway Company Ltd. and Yorkshire Dales National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The King's Head Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Superb country pub with excellent food and ales. Very friendly and welcoming team. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This hotel is an absolute hidden gem and the perfect base for exploring the surrounding areas. The views are nothing short of picturesque, and there are plenty of peaceful nature walks right on the doorstep. The hotel itself is beautifully designed, with an incredible attention to detail that makes every corner worth exploring. Each room is uniquely decorated, cosy, and full of character—truly a home away from home. The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, ideal whether you’re enjoying a relaxed meal or just stopping in for a drink. What really makes this place special, though, are the owners—so warm and welcoming, they instantly make you feel like part of the family. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Fabulous stay. Wonderful location. Room was beautiful. Host's and staff brilliant. Would love to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10

Food was average
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

I don’t want to advertise the place too much because i want the area to stay like the oasis it is! Phenomenally beautiful area, really nice people, quiet and peaceful, loved the King’s Head
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Fantastic stay for an overnight stop before hols. Great rooms, great food and unbelievable hospitality by the owners. Would recommend this to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Wow what a find. Beautiful pub, excellent food and a very lovely room ! I have to call out the incredibly friendly owners and a sense of a really happy place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Cosy, interesting old pub by a river, recently updated. Very clean. Has lovely rooms and large comfortable beds. Owners and staff delightful, and very welcoming. Food good. Off the beaten track but popular with walkers. If not a walker, need a car to explore the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

The Kings Head is so atmospheric - immediately upon walking in we felt at home, warm and cosy, very welcome after walking up to the 9 Standards Rigg in fog and rain. We stayed in Room 5, which we think was either above the bar or games room area and although we were aware of the music etc, it didn’t detract from our comfort and enjoyment. The room was lovely and clean, bed very comfortable. Fresh fruit always available on the way to our room which is a lovely touch. Breakfast choice was great, really filling and the evening meals were fab. Staff very pleasant and kind. All in all, a great couple nights away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10

This was a late booking and I landed at the hotel, I booked a room for 3 adults and everything was looking ok. I got to the hotel at 11pm and the ported said. The room is for 2 adults only, even with my booking being for 3 adults (me and my 2 sisters). They he went on to charge an additional £50 for me having an extra person in the room. After this he also informed me the room service staff leave at 3pm so there was no one available to move a spare bed so one of my sisters had to sleep on the floor. YES I had to pay £50 to sleep on the FLOOR! absolute disgrace. My son spoke to the manager and the following morning and accepted it was wrong but refused to give the refund of £50 in her words. "they still have bills to pay!" they wouldn't even honour the breakfast side of the B&B deal for my sister this also came at an additional cost even after they apologised for making her sleep on the floor. TOTAL DISGRACE
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Lovely 400 year old pub on a stream with facilites to eat outside also. No complaints about anything and would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10

Excellent stay hosts very good food was very tasty
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022