Is Dorchester House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dorchester House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

Where is Dorchester House located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Keswick Museum and Art Gallery, Hope Park and The Puzzling Place. Theatre By The Lake and Derwentwater are also within 10 minutes.

Dorchester House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

7 Jul, 2025

Comfortable, quiet, very nice breakfast.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

22 Jun, 2025

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Breakfast was delicious and Lorraine was very helpful with our food allergies!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

1 Jun, 2025

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Wonderful hosts. Great breakfast. Incredibly convenient to town.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

1 Aug, 2025

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Our room was bigger than we expected and our beds were very comfortable. It was lovely to arrive to a delicious afternoon tea cake to enjoy in our room. The breakfast was delicious. Tasty locally sourced bacon and sausages, all cooked to perfection. The location is super close to town and about 45 minutes walk to Castlerigg Stones. Highly recommend staying here, Lorraine has so much local knowledge too!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

3 Aug, 2025

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We had the best sleeps in these beds!!!! The breeze through the big windows was a relief. The room was perfect for myself and 2 boys, spacious and everything we needed!!! Breakfast was delicious, the Yorkshire tea brewed in a pot was perfect. Lorraine and Simon are lovely hosts, I would definitely recommend the guest house to my friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

1 Jul, 2025

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Fantastic B&B in beautiful Keswick! The hosts were warm and super friendly. The room was clean and comfy. We tried a few of the breakfast options and they were all delicious. There’s a beautiful park (Fritz) nearby, and it’s 5-10 miles from several great hiking options, including the breathtaking Buttermere area. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

4 Oct, 2024

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The hosts are amazing, nothing was too much trouble for them, the location is perfect for getting into Keswick and the rooms lovely - the breakfast was amazing.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

9 May, 2024

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I loved this humble b&b and its staff! Room and bathroom were clean and they are so nice and accommodating!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

8 Apr, 2023

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Great stay!

We had a lovely time staying here- it was spotlessly clean, super friendly hosts and the breakfast was really nice too with lots of options. Will be back to stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter

27 Sept, 2024

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Very comfortable guest house. Lorraine and Simon could not have been nicer or more welcoming. Breakfast was great. Really wish we had planned a loner stay than two nights

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

18 Feb, 2024

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Wonderful stay

Fabulous stay with Lorraine and Simon. We received a very warm welcome, the room was spotless and very comfortable and the breakfasts were superb. Thank you, we look forward to returning!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vladas

3 Jun, 2023

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Absolutely loved the place - from comfy beds to bathroom, from charging station to the view from the window. The breakfast was great as well. Would recommend it without any doubt

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

20 Sept, 2022

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A fabulous guest house, with lovely owners. Nothing was too much trouble, and we were made to feel very welcome. Superb breakfast options available, and all delicious.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tore

22 Oct, 2023

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Dorchester house is such a lovely place to stay! With cozy interior and a beautiful dining room, it's just as being invited home to Lorraine and Simon. Lorraine greeted us when we arrived and was always helpful and kind as well as giving practical info about keswich. Would definitely recommend if you're visiting.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

13 Nov, 2023

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An exceptional guesthouse - felt very comfortable and looked after. Great breakfast, perfect location and very well priced. The owners really couldn’t have done more! Amazing. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

8 Aug, 2024

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Simon and Lorraine were very welcoming hosts and us feel at home during our short stay. The B&B is situated on a quiet residential road near the town centre with parking avaible on the roadside. We found our room well furnished, clean and spacious with a good ensuite bathroom. One can choose from a variety of breakfast items including full English, porridge, etc, all freshly prepared in the morning. Simon and Lorraine do a great job running their guesthouse and long may that continue.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

29 Mar, 2022

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Dorcester House is such a gem, as are the hosts Lorraine and Simon. The location is perfect for getting anywhere and yet it's on a lovely, quiet street. Excellent breakfasts with a nice variety. Porridge with whisky butter is to die for! One of our best UK stays.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rus

19 Apr, 2023

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excellent

Great little b n b. No issues at all. A lovely stay with lovely hosts . Would definitely use again in the future

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

4 Aug, 2022

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Warm welcome- fantastic stay

Really impressed with our stay at Dorchester House. Right in the door step of Keswick and the Lakes but the best part was the service- nothing was too much for Lorraine and her welcome was always so warm. Especially impressed with the lengths she went to accommodate dietary (vegan) requirements.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

25 Aug, 2023

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From the moment we set foot on the property, Lorraine and Simon impressed me with their warm welcome and concern for their guests. They went out of their way to be helpful at every opportunity, they quickly learned our preferences and accommodated them, and they were friendly with every interaction. The room was clean, comfortable, and the amenities were spot on. The food was delightful. I will absolutely be booking here on my next trip to Keswick.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis

10 Oct, 2023

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The owners were extremely pleasant and helpful, and provided a wonderful breakfast. The room was a bit small, and the bathroom might present some problems for an obese guest. Fortunately, we are both small people, and had no problems at all! The town is fascinating, with access to a beautiful lake and walks, many pubs, and interesting shops.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

12 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay

I stayed at Dorchester house with my auntie for 2 nights, really lovely place. Very well kept and spotless throughout. Lorraine and Simon made us feel welcome from the second we arrived. Really lovely couple. The rooms had everything you would need for the stay, beds were comfortable, as the weather was hot a fan was provided. Breakfast was delicious, excellent quality and good selection. There is seating in the front garden to sit in the fresh air. Excellent location as it is only a few minutes walk into the town centre and about10-15 minute walk to derwentwater lake, beautiful place. I would 100% stay again and would recommend it.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

7 Mar, 2022

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Cheeky Weekend

We received a lovely warm welcome from Lorraine & Simon on our arrival. Our room was immaculate, extremely comfortable bed and plentiful tea/coffee facilities. Bathroom well stocked with toiletries and the fluffiest towels ever! Breakfast was perfect to set you up for the day’s activities with choices of fresh fruits yogurt cereals and of course the Full English cooked just as you like it! We booked on a whim as had Tesco vouchers due to expire so chose Dorchester House through Hotels.com with Tesco Rewards so go on treat yourself to a stay here 😉 Thank you to Lorraine & Simon for a great weekend we’ll see you again for sure.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

3 Jul, 2022

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I was there for 2 nights. Good breakfast both mornings, very clean room and bathroom. My only issue was with the bathroom. Sink very small with a small glass shelf just above it. Therefore very little space to wash face or shave. Moving this shelf to the left or placing it on the opposite wall would have solved the problem very easily.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Glenn

5 Aug, 2023

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The Dorchester was immaculate. I was in a small single room with a seperate spacious bathroom and shower, accessible only to me. The only gripe I had was that since my room was at the front, people would stand chatting right under my window. I don't usually mind, however when it is at 6 - 7am in the morning, forget about having a lie in. It might be an idea to request guests in the area to be more considerate to others when hanging around outside. One guy just wouldn't stop talking and I could hear the entire conversation. I was tempted to tell him to cork it and clear off. Lorraine, the landlady was very attentive and welcoming. She made sure everyone was comfortable and happy. Little cakes would appear on the hallway table with my room number on them. My friend stayed in another B&B nearby, which in comparison made the Dorchester look like a luxury hotel. The Dorchester was so clean and crisp that everything looked brand new. I would definitely recommend staying at the Dorchester.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

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